Low Fat Cooking: Grilled Cheese is Back on the Diet!

One of my all-time favorite foods is Grilled Cheese. Even though it’s warm, I especially love it in summer. I’ve found a great way to still enjoy grilled cheese and cut out most of the calories and fat! Here is how it breaks down: Regular grilled cheese sandwich: (2 slices of American cheese, 2 slices [...]

Sleep Better Naturally

If you want to sleep better naturally, take some advice from Dr Oz and try this all-natural Pumpkin Powder shake that helps the body fall asleep. The reason that Pumpkin Powder seems to work so well for Insomnia is because it contains Tryptophan, which is the same ingredient found in turkey that makes so many [...]

Low Fat Recipe: Raspberry Cheesecakes

Found this recipe on about.com and it looked too good not to share!  This is a great way to cut your calories by reducing portions and using low-fat ingredients.  Recipes like this teach us how we can still enjoy ourselves while maintaining a healthy and happy weight. If you love cheesecake but hate the fat [...]

Low Fat Turkey Meatballs

You can enjoy food while eating right.  Use this low-fat version recipe of Turkey meatballs paired with some whole wheat pasta and a side salad with light or fat free dressing! (Recipe originally posted on About.com) * 1 pound 99% fat free ground turkey ( I prefer to use the 83% fat free which changes [...]

Low Fat Turkey Chili Recipe

Turkey chili is a great low cal, low carb meal that’s perfect for any time of the day.  It’s packed with lean protein and you can serve it with your favorite veggies.  Here is a great recipe I found on About.com.  If you don’t like a lot of spice in your meals, season the chili [...]

Low Fat Recipes: Oatmeal Peanut Butter Energy Bars

Here is another great low fat recipe from FoodNetwork.com!  Peanut butter makes a great low fat, low carb snack and also gives you great energy! Ingredients Cooking spray 1/2 cup honey 1/2 cup natural creamy peanut butter 2 tablespoons maple syrup 1 tablespoon canola oil 1/4 cup light brown sugar 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 [...]

Healthy Holidays! Low Fat Mashed Potatoes

Enjoy a healthier, happier holiday meal with more of the pleasure and less guilt!  We’re sharing some of our favorite low fat Thanksgiving recipes to help make your holiday a healthy one! Low Fat Smashed Potatoes!   Ingredients: 1 1/4 pounds Yukon gold potatoes (4 medium) unpeeled, cut into 1-inch pieces 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken [...]