Who doesn’t love artichoke spinach dip??!!?? I absolutely love it, except for all the fat and calories. So when I stumbled onto this recipe for a “skinny” version of that dip, baked on top of chicken, I was ecstatic! It’s definitely a new favorite around here. Serve it with rice, couscous, mashed potatoes, pasta,...
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OMG–here’s my favorite new appetizer! These were a big hit at my last party and disappeared as fast as I took them from the oven. They whip up in a snap and look way fancier than they are. Thanks to Weightwatchers.com for the recipe. Ingredients: Cooking spray 16 wonton wrappers 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese 4 Tablespoons cream cheese, softened 1/4...
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Ready in half the time it takes to make traditional eggplant Parmesan, this version is stacked, loaded with cheese and sauce, and absolutely heavenly!  I found the recipe on MadHungry.com. You gotta try this one! Ingredients: 1 eggplant (1 1/4 pounds total), sliced crosswise 1/3-inch thick (12 slices total) 4 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, divided Kosher salt, to...
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Pasta meets pizza in this comforting one-dish meal. Bursting with peppers, mushrooms, marinara, and Italian chicken sausage, this will be a huge hit when it hits your table! I found the recipe on WeightWatchers.com. Ingredients: 12 oz. uncooked whole-wheat rotini (about 3 cups) 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs 2 Tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese 1 teaspoon...
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I could eat the entire pan of this in one sitting. It’s sooooo good. Healthy too. Thanks to WeightWatchers.com for the recipe. Ingredients: 3 cups fresh grape tomatoes 1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, divided 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground, divided 1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs 2 teaspoons fresh oregano, chopped 1 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped 1/2 teaspoon fresh...
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This is an easy, healthy, and filling dinner. It also freezes well. My whole family loved this recipe! Ingredients: 1/2 lb. whole wheat penne 1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 1 medium yellow onion, chopped 2 cups crimini mushrooms, cleaned and sliced 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper 3 fresh garlic cloves, minced 1 can diced tomatoes, un-drained 1/2 cup veggie stock 2 large carrots,...
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I had bacon in the fridge. I had shrimp in the freezer. I had a craving for rich, flavorful pasta. The results are below Ingredients: 1 lb. penne pasta 1/4 lb. bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces 1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed (not pictured–sorry!) 1 lb. raw shrimp, uncooked, peeled, deveined, and cut into 1-inch pieces 1 Tablespoon butter 1 cup...
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Here’s a simple, yet impressive, meal that comes together quickly! Serve with a small tossed salad for a great meal. Definitely company-worthy!! Ingredients: 2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 Tablespoons butter 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped 5 cloves fresh garlic, minced 1 Tablespoon dried minced onion 3 (6 oz.) cans chopped clams, drained, reserve juice 1 (8 oz.) bottle clam juice 14 oz. half & half 1/2 cup dry white wine 1 lb. linguine, cooked al...
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Funny story about cabbage rolls–I actually hate them. Or at least I used to. This was my least favorite meal when I was growing up. I am pretty sure that I have not eaten a cabbage roll since I was 12 years old. However…I received a giant head of cabbage in my Farm Fresh to You...
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This slow cooker meal is a real kid-pleaser. I scooped the soft chicken and sweet-savory sauce over pasta and my kids devoured it! Don’t let the red pepper flakes scare you (or your kids)–they nicely balance out the sugar in the sauce. Leftovers are even yummier the next day. Thanks to Allrecipes.com for the recipe. Ingredients: 1 large...
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