Recipes
 Watch Us Cook Harvest Vegetables - Health eCooking™ Show
Save some time and enhance the flavor by making this delicious side dish a few days in advance. Watch the video to see how to dice root vegetables safely.
Butternut Squash Risotto
Try this simply sweet butternut squash risotto recipe as an entrée or as creative holiday side dish. This scrumptious dish is a healthier version of a classic Italian dish. Cranberry Sauce
Cranberry sauce is a staple at Thanksgiving, but most commercial brands are loaded with sugar and calories. Make this sugar-free cranberry sauce with fresh cranberries and only 27 calories. Roasted Sweet Potato Puree with Almonds
Try this healthy sweet potato puree this Thanksgiving. Each serving has under 100 calories. Calorie, fat, and cholesterol savings come from using safflower or grapeseed oil instead of butter. Squash Corn Bread
This quick and easy squash corn bread recipe is healthy and low in calories. This moist and delicious bread can compliment any lunch or dinner. Thanksgiving Stuffing
Prepare this easy stuffing in a baking dish, or use it to stuff the turkey. This healthy stuffing gets its sweetness from the apples and a unique flavor from the onion and walnut combination. Watch Us Cook Caramelized Onions - Health eCooking™ Show
These savory caramelized onions are sauteed in a healthy oil instead of butter. Cooked onions can enhance meat, chicken or fish dishes with their dark, sweet, browned flavor. Garlic Mashed Potatoes
These garlic mashed potatoes are fat free! Use skim milk instead of heavy cream to lower calories, fat, and sodium. Make these potatoes one day ahead, and refrigerate until just before serving. Green Beans Amandine
This healthy green bean amandine recipe combines fresh green beans and sliced almonds. Blanch the beans quickly to retain their vibrant color. Brown the almonds to give this dish a robust flavor. Pumpkin Pie
The secret to this luscious and healthy, lightened up pumpkin pie recipe are egg whites, skim milk and reduced fat cream cheese. You can make this pie up to a day ahead; then cool, cover and chill. Sweet Potato Ginger Soup
Here's an Autumn soup that's so light and tasty, you can serve it as a first-course to a hearty dinner. This soup gets its wonderfully creamy texture from the purèed sweet potatoes and soy creamer. Chocolate Peanut Butter Breakfast Smoothie
If your kids like peanut butter cups, they will love this yummy chocolate and peanut butter breakfast smoothie, and so will you. Keep frozen bananas on hand to whip up this quick breakfast treat. Easy Breakfast Taco
Here is an easy, healthy, on-the-go breakfast of scrambled egg whites, salsa and a touch of cheese. This quick breakfast will keep you full all morning. Healthy Banana Muffins
Try this healthy version of delicious banana muffins for breakfast or for an after school snack. Use very ripe (almost black) bananas because they get sweeter as they ripen. Healthy French Toast
This healthy French toast is lower in carbs than a traditional version because it has reduced-carb whole wheat bread and is topped with sugar-free syrup instead of powdered sugar. Mini Quiches
These elegant mini quiches will wow your family as a mid-week breakfast to go or as a formal Sunday brunch side dish. Make a batch ahead of time so that you can microwave them quickly. Watch Us Cook Chicken Soup - Health eCooking™ Show
This homemade chicken noodle soup is a healthier version of classic chicken soup. It is the ultimate comfort food for colds and a delicious recipe for a light dinner or lunch. Watch Us Cook Meat Loaf - Health eCooking™ Show
We add broccoli to ground beef to make this meat loaf recipe a healthier version of a family favorite meal. This low calorie meat loaf recipe uses lean beef and fresh chopped vegetables. Watch Us Cook Traditional Muesli - Health eCooking™ Show
Tired of breakfast from a box? Try a homemade cereal. Mix oats, almonds and cranberries for a healthy, traditional Swiss muesli, an energizing cereal that will jump start your day.
Blueberry Cantaloupe Yogurt Parfaits
Here is a low calorie parfaits recipe packed with super foods. It is so versatile that it can be served for breakfast, snack or a dessert. Paella
Paella is a traditional Spanish dish that can be made with a variety of meats. This recipe replaces high fat beef sausage with healthier low fat chicken sausage and shrimp. Salmorejo
This cool Spanish soup is loaded with taste! Try this as a side dish on a hot summer day or a first course to a festive meal. Spanish Tortilla
This Spanish tortilla is a delicious healthier alternative to traditionally high fat quiches. Strawberry Blintzes
This delicious strawberry blintze recipe has less than 140 calories per serving! Serve it for breakfast or dessert. Watch Us Cook Fresh Tomato Pasta - Health eCooking™ Show
Have a pasta party with this no cook tomato sauce. Low fat noodles and fresh tomato sauce with Italian cheese makes this a fast, easy pasta recipe. Use whole grain penne to make a healthy pasta meal. Watch Us Cook Berry Cheesecake - Health eCooking™ Show
This cheesecake is a delicious low fat dessert. The secret cheesecake ingredient is tofu whipped into a graham cracker crust. Add strawberries and blueberries and have your cheesecake and diet, too. Healthy Hamburgers
Yes, it's all beef. This hamburger recipe is great for a barbecue. Use sautéed mushrooms and very lean beef for a tender, juicy burger that is low in saturated fat and low in calories. Beef Enchiladas
This lighter and healthier recipe for traditional Mexican enchiladas is full of delicious, authentic flavor minus the fat and calories. Cauliflower and Potato Mash
Cauliflower is a fantastic ingredient to enhance flavor and to reduce the calories in mashed potatoes. Share this mashed potato recipe with friends who want to reduce starch in their diet. Ceviche
This authentic Peruvian Ceviche is a seafood dish that is “cooked” in the acid of citrus fruits; this recipe uses limes. Creamy Asparagus Soup
This easy asparagus soup has less than 100 calories per serving. For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth. Garnish with thin asparagus spears for an elegant presentation. Egg Salad
This homemade egg salad is lower in fat and calories than store-bought versions. To lighten this egg salad, yolks from one third of the eggs are removed. Hummus with Whole Wheat Pita Chips
Hummus with whole wheat pita chips is a healthy substitute for the regular chips and dips at parties. Lemon Quinoa Salad
Quinoa is a whole grain that is loaded with iron and is super quick to cook. Low Fat Ranch Dressing
This healthier, homemade ranch dressing has only 1 gram of fat per Tbsp. compared to 7 grams of fat in its store-bought counterpart. This dressing is also thick enough to use as a vegetable dip. Mango and Brie Quesadillas with Raspberry Dipping Sauce
These sweet mango and brie quesadillas are a great starter to any summer meal. Shrimp Toast
Serve this delicious shrimp toast as an appetizer any time of the year. Tomato, Basil and Avocado Salad
This colorful salad is a great addition to any meal. Watch Us Cook Strawberry Avocado Salsa - Health eCooking Show™
This fresh summer salsa combines heart healthy avocados and sweet strawberries. Serve as a salsa dip with baked tortilla chips or use it as a seafood salsa over grilled halibut or shrimp kebabs. Chicken and Pineapple Kabobs
This healthy chicken and pineapple kabob recipe is easy to prepare on the grill or in the oven. The spicy chicken is accompanied by refreshing fresh pineapple. Guilt Free Sweet Potato French Fries
These sweet potato french fries are lower in sodium, sweeter and much healthier than deep fried french fries. They have only 70 calories and less than one gram of fat per serving. Parsnip Soup
This sweet and velvety parsnip puree works well as a first course for an Autumn dinner party. Each serving has less than 100 calories. Polenta
Polenta is an easy, delicious, low calorie alternative to pasta. Chilled, polenta can be cut into shapes and grilled, or sautéed or even used in place of lasagne noodles. Sesame Spinach Salad with Shrimp
This spinach salad is topped with shrimp, avocado and sesame seeds for a symphony of flavors! Spanish Rice
Packaged rice is too high in sodium! This spicy rice recipe uses brown rice and fresh vegetables for added nutrients. Strawberry Melon Smoothie
Refreshing Low Fat Summer Smoothie Strawberry Pineapple Mold
This fat free dessert uses sugar free Jell-o and crushed pineapple, sure to please any sweet tooth. Tabouleh
High fiber, delicious Middle Eastern salad livens up any meal. You can even use it as a dip. Teriyaki Turkey Burgers
Teriyaki turkey burgers are a nice change to the regular hamburger. This recipe can easily fit into a diabetic meal plan. Warm Spinach with Portabella Mushrooms
This fat free vegetable side dish has a deep flavor and is packed with vitamins. Whole Wheat Pasta Salad with Garden Vegetables
Toss whole wheat pasta with colorful garden vegetables and cheese. Try this if you need a low fat pasta recipe or high fiber pasta dish that’s a better side dish than white potato salad.
Creamy White Chili
Serve this heart healthy, white chili at your next Winter buffet. This turkey and white bean dish is a healthier, low fat twist on traditional beef and bean chili that is high in fat. Diced Gazpacho
This is a refreshing beginning to an alfresco meal. A few ripe tomatoes, bell peppers, and a hint of jalapeno, are the keys to this marvelous Mediterranean soup with a kick. Easy Ziti
This classic Italian meal is made with whole wheat ziti and fresh tomatoes for a healthy change. Etouffee: A New Orleans Low Fat Stew
This spicy Cajun classic, Etoufee, is a Creole dish typically served with shellfish or chicken over rice, similar to gumbo. Try this healthier version over brown rice. Chocolate Tofu Cheesecake
Don't let the Tofu scare you! This chocolate cheesecake is heart healthy and full of flavor. Cobb Salad
This heart healthy Cobb Salad turns a dish normally high in saturated fat and calories into a lighter, healthier meal. Arrange this salad on one large platter and let your guests serve themselves. Crab Cakes
Here's a heart healthy twist on everyone's favorite, crab cakes. Chill the crab cake portions to help them hold their shape as they cook. Bell Peppers with Farro
Farro is a nutty tasting healthy and delicious rice alternative. Paired with sweet bell peppers this savory side dish works well with any meat or chicken dish. Black Bean Dip
This bean dip recipe is easy to make, delicious, and heart healthy. It's packed with vitamins and minerals, but only 1 gram of fat. Black Beans and Rice
This hearty black bean and rice dish is cooked in a crock pot. Serve it as a side dish or as the main course with a fresh green salad. Blueberry and Peach Crisp
Healthy, cholesterol free dessert, packed with antioxidants and flavor. Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad
This crunchy broccoli and cauliflower medley create a light side dish. Is is also a great alternative to potato salad or macaroni salad. Cannellini Bean and Tuna Salad
This delicious spin on your ordinary tuna-mayo salad calls for healthy cannellini beans instead of high-fat mayo. Beans are high in dietary fiber, iron, and folic acid. Cheesy Spinach Artichoke Dip
This cheesy spinach artichoke dip is an INCREDIBLE hit at any party. It is super easy and healthy. You can serve it with veggies or whole grain crackers. It is heart healthy. Chicken and Brown Rice Casserole
Substitute brown rice for white rice in this healthier version of chicken casserole and add 5 times more fiber to your dish. Chicken and Bulgur Wheat Salad
Bulgur wheat is a heart healthy alternative to rice or couscous. Try this delicious chicken and bulgur wheat salad warm or cold. Chicken Ballotine
Try this healthy version of a classic French chicken ballotine recipe. Chicken Cacciatore
Chicken cacciatore has never been easier or healthier! Serve this hearty classic Italian dish with whole wheat pasta and please the whole family. Chicken with Broccoli and Garlic Sauce
This colorful dish combines sweet and salty flavors to create one healthy and tasty low calorie, chicken and broccoli dinner. Baked Crab Rangoon
Baked Crab Rangoon is a heart healthy alternative to fried crab cakes. Serve the blended crab meat in wonton wrappers available in the produce aisle of any grocery store. Barley and Black Bean Salad
Low sodium and low cholesterol, are what make this tasty salad heart-healthy. Watch us Cook Chicken Casserole - Health eCooking™ Show
This easy chicken casserole recipe is packed with flavor, plus it's low fat and low carb. Use left over chicken, low fat sour cream and cornflakes for a healthy crunch. Watch us Cook Asparagus Frittata - Health eCooking™ Show
Asparagus Frittata is a healthy Italian casserole baked in a no crust pie shell. Nonfat cottage cheese and egg whites are the secrets to keeping this frittata low in fat and carbs. Day After Thanksgiving Salad
Here's a healthy way to use your Thanksgiving leftovers and enjoy a light and easy meal the day after Thanksgiving. Low Fat Chocolate Cake
A dessert with the phrase "low fat" and the word "chocolate" does exist! Try this low fat and cholesterol free chocolate cake recipe for dessert! Mustard and Rosemary Chicken
Great low carb chicken recipe for a dinner for two. Oatmeal Muffin Cake
Oatmeal is great for you, why not add it to your dessert? Try this low cholesterol oatmeal muffin cake recipe that's even great for breakfast! Orange Glazed Parsnips
This orange glazed parsnip recipe is not only low fat, it's cholesterol free as well! Orange Pineapple Shake with Yogurt and Honey
Try this refreshing fat free shake for breakfast instead of coffee or with lunch instead of a soda Oriental Marinade
This cholesterol free marinade adds great flavor, without the calories and fat, to chicken, beef, fish and tofu! It also keeps for one month refrigerated! Oven Roasted Ratatouille with Summer Vegetables
Eat more vegetables! In the summer, that's easy advice to follow. Ratatouille is an easy and low fat way to use peppers, zucchini, eggplant, and tomatoes! Parmesan Sweet Potato Skins
Serve these tasty sweet potato skins as an appetizer or with a hearty soup for lunch or dinner. Sweet potato skins are full of vitamins and sweet flavor. Pasta Cannellini
This cholesterol free dish works well with fresh steamed vegetables or a tossed salad. Pasta, Vegetables and Pine Nuts
This healthy cholesterol-free, pasta dinner is easy and filling. This delicious entrée is a good choice for a vegetarian dinner any night of the week. Peanut Butter Surprise
A heart healthy peanut butter dessert that your family will love! Pistachio Crusted Halibut with Chevre
This low carb and high protein recipe uses halibut and pistachios but you can use any type of whitefish Pizza Bagels
This whole grain pizza bagel recipe can double as a healthy snack for kids after school or a fun breakfast. Pumpkin Lime Soup
Try this delicious, low-fat pumpkin soup as the first course for a fall dinner party or as a festive Halloween party side dish. Sesame Banana Nut Bread
For breakfast or dessert, served warm or cool, this banana bread is sure to please. Spinach Walnut Salad
This spinach walnut salad is perfect for a summer afternoon luncheon or a hearty side salad with a light meal. Sweet and Sour Tempeh Kebabs
Tangy Tempeh Kebabs Perfect for a Healthy Barbecue Tangy Fruit Salsa with Cinnamon Chips
Try this yummy dish at your next get-together. It can be served as an appetizer, side dish or even a dessert. Tomato and Bread Salad
Summer, when local tomatoes are at their luscious best, is the best time to enjoy this salad. Tomato Barley Risotto
A hearty and healthy dish that everyone will love. Vegetarian Sloppy Joes
Here's a spicy dish that makes an easy meal with zero fat and zero cholesterol a healthy twist on the old classic. Winter Squash with Apples
Serve this sweet, creamy squash and apple puree as a warm dessert or add more water to transform it into a delicious, hearty bisque. Zucchini and Tomatoes
This delicious heart healthy side dish is full of flavor. Andalusian Gazpacho
Serve this healthy low calorie cool Spanish soup as refreshing start to any meal. Asparagus Appetizer
This easy and healthy asparagus appetizer is naturally high in vitamin C and a delicious start to any meal Broccoli Slaw
Make this low fat and low cholesterol heart healthy side dish for your next BBQ. Cabbage and Red Pepper Salad
Try this colorful healthy cabbage and red pepper salad instead of high fat cole slaw, potato or macaroni salad. Cantaloupe Campari Sorbet
Try this light recipe for fruity sorbet. It is a fat free, delicious alternative to ice cream Chocolate Strawberry Shortcake
A Delicious dessert perfect for any occasion! Citrus Dressing & White Wine Vinaigrette
These homemade dressings are light and tasty and low in calories compared to store-bought dressings. Drizzle them over your favorite salad greens or serve them as a dip with fresh vegetables. Citrus Salmon
This light, refreshing salmon recipe is easy to prepare and can be served warm or cool. Pair this salmon with a light pasta to absorb the tart and sweet taste of the citrus marinade. Crustless Tomato-Pepper Quiche
Serve this classic brunch favorite to your friends and family on low carb diets. This tasty quiche omits lots of carbs because its not baked in a high fat pastry crust. Diced Summer Salad
Here is an easy and low calorie recipe loaded with summer vegetables while fresh produce is at its best. Dilled Cucumber Salad
This cool, refreshing salad is a low-carb variation of a traditional, high-sugar, marinated cucumber salad. Try this fat-free side dish at your next BBQ. Easy Vegetable Soup
This quick and easy vegetable soup can be prepared in a snap. Vary the frozen vegetables each time you prepare it to keep this simple delicious soup a crowd pleaser. Fish with Roasted Tomatoes and Vegetables
Here's a healthy one-dish entree that can be served directly from the skillet. Any mild, firm white fish like orange roughy, haddock or scrod works well in this recipes.
Grilled Marinated Turkey London Broil
This healthy Turkey London Broil rivals traditional Beef London Broils. This recipe blends together a variety of different flavors to give the turkey a surprising and unique flavor. Guilt Free Holiday Nog
A delicious alternative to the traditional holiday treat. Low fat Blueberry Almond Scones
The blueberries add sweetness while the almonds add crunch to this low fat version of classic scones. Try these for breakfast, dessert or even with your afternoon tea. Low Fat Hot Chocolate
Warm up with a cup of hot chocolate that is low in fat and high in calcium! Low Sodium Barbecue Sauce
If you or someone in your home needs to cut back on salt, but doesn't want to sacrifice the flavor of favorite condiments, try making your own! Try this low sodium BBQ sauce recipe! Low Sodium Ketchup
If you or someone in your home needs to cut back on salt, but doesn't want to sacrifice the flavor of favorite condiments, try making your own! Try this low sodium ketchup recipe! Morning Bread
Wake up to this low sodium and low fat bread for breakfast! Multigrain Pancakes
This multigrain pancake recipe is a great alternative to a regular pancake recipe for breakfast! Watch Us Cook Blueberry Peach Crisp with Crunchy Topping - Health eCooking™ Show
Combine blueberries and ripe peaches to create this easy, healthy and cholesterol free dessert. Freshen up the recipe each time you make it by adding different berries to this classic dessert recipe. Grilled Summer Squash
A healthy, low fat and low calorie side dish that's great for summer time grilling! Easy Salmon Salad
Try this healthy salmon salad in your next sandwich instead of high fat tuna salad or serve it with your favorite crackers as a unique appetizer. Chocolate Orange Mousse
Try this light and creamy chocolate mousse with a twist! | 
