Ingredients for 4 servings: 1. 12 ounces beef round steak, trimmed and cut into 4 serving portions2. nonstick cooking spray3. 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can stewed tomatoes, roughly chopped4. 1 cup sliced celery5. 1 cup sliced carrot6. 1 small onion, sliced and separated to...
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Whole Wheat Fettuccine in Light Alfredo Sauce
Ingredients for 4 servings: 1. 12 ounces whole wheat fettuccine2. 1 medium onion, chopped3. 1 garlic clove, minced4. 2 teaspoons olive oil5. 2 cups skim milk6. 1 cup chicken broth7. 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour8. 1/2 teaspoon salt9. 1/2 teaspoon ground black...
Chicken Tamale Casserole (Cooking Light)
Ingredients for 8 servings: 1. 1 cup preshredded 4-cheese Mexican blend cheese, divided2. 1/3 cup nonfat milk3. 1/4 cup egg substitute4. 1 teaspoon ground cumin5. 1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper6. 1 (14 3/4 ounce) can cream-style corn7. 1 (8 1/2 ounce) box corn...
Light Wheat Bread or Rolls (ABM)
Ingredients for 15 servings: 1. 11 1/2 ounces lukewarm water2. 1 egg, beaten3. 4 tablespoons sugar4. 2 tablespoons dry milk5. 2 teaspoons salt6. 2 tablespoons melted butter7. 1/2 cup whole wheat flour (I use Hodgson's Mill)8. 3 1/2 cups white bread flour9. 2...
Light and Tangy Twister
Ingredients for 2 servings: 1. 2 cups vegetable juice2. 1/3 cup orange juice3. 1/4 cup grapefruit juice4. 2 teaspoons honey Directions: 1. In pitcher, combine juices and honey. Mix well.2. Serve over ice. Garnish with orange peel curls if desired. Enjoy your...
Rågbröd – Light Rye Bread With Raisins
Ingredients for 1 servings: 1. 1 quart water, hot (the water leftover from boiling potatoes is called for)2. 1 cup sugar3. 1/4 cup butter4. 2 -3 tablespoons dark molasses5. 1 1/2 tablespoons salt6. 2 compressed yeast cakes7. 1/4 cup water, lukewarm8. 2 cups light...
Creamy Lemon Pie (Light)
Ingredients for 8 servings: 1. 6 ounces shortbread pie crusts2. 2 (1 ounce) boxes sugar-free instant lemon pudding3. 12 ounces lemon yogurt4. 1 cup skim milk5. 1 1/2 cups fat-free whipped topping Directions: 1. Mix yogurt and milk together until smooth.2. Add...
Italian Chicken Cheese Rollups (Light)
Ingredients for 4 servings: 1. 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts2. 1 teaspoon dried basil3. 1/4 teaspoon pepper4. 1/4 teaspoon salt5. 4 (1 ounce) part-skim mozzarella cheese, string6. cooking spray7. 1 cup tomato sauce Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 350°F.2. Place...
Tom Kha Gai (Light)
Ingredients for 4 servings: 1. 13 ounces coconut milk (light)2. 2 stalks lemongrass3. 1 piece galangal4. 1 lb chicken5. 8 ounces mushrooms6. 3 tablespoons lime juice7. 4 tablespoons lemon juice8. 1 tablespoon fish sauce (nam pla)9. 2 teaspoons chili paste10. 1...
Light Twice-Baked Potatoes
Ingredients for 8 servings: 1. 4 large baking potatoes2. 1/2 cup nonfat sour cream3. 1/2 cup light butter, softened4. 1/2 cup fresh chives, chopped5. to taste salt and pepper6. to taste fresh chives, Chopped7. to taste paprika Directions: 1. Heat oven to 400...
Traffic Lights
Ingredients for 1 servings: 1. 1/2 ounce banana liqueur2. 1/2 ounce strawberry liqueur3. 1/2 ounce melon liqueur Directions: 1. Pour banana liqueur in a shot glass,then carefully float the strawberry liqueur on top by pouring it on the back of a teaspoon.2. Using a...
Spaghetti Bacon Carbonara in Light Cream
Ingredients for 4 servings: 1. 2 tablespoons butter2. 2 tablespoons olive oil3. 2 tablespoons of finely chopped chives4. 6 slices turkey bacon, chopped5. 1 cup light light cream6. 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese7. 1 teaspoon freshly grind black pepper8. 1...
Light and Fruity Wine Cooler
Ingredients for 8 servings: 1. 1/2 cup orange juice, freshly squeezed pulp ok2. 1/4 cup cranberry juice3. 2 tablespoons lime juice (fresh)4. 2 teaspoons granulated sugar5. 1 cup Sprite or 7 up type carbonated beverages6. 1 (12 ounce) bottle sweet white wine (a...
Light As Air Cheesecake
Ingredients for 12 servings: 1. 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened2. 1 cup agave syrup3. 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract4. 4 eggs5. 1/2 cup toasted almond, ground Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 350 Fahrenheit. Butter an 8-inch springform pan.2. In a large...
Sweet N’ Sour Pork Stir-Fry from Light & Tasty
Ingredients for 8 servings: 1. 1 (20 ounce) can unsweetened pineapple tidbits2. 2 tablespoons cornstarch3. 2 tablespoons Splenda brown sugar blend4. 1/4 cup soy sauce5. 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar6. 1 teaspoon ground ginger7. 2 garlic cloves, minced8. 1 small...
British Scones (Makeover – Light)
Ingredients for 8 servings: 1. 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour2. 1 cup cake flour3. 2 tablespoons brown sugar4. 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder5. 1/4 teaspoon baking soda6. 1/2 teaspoon salt7. 3 tablespoons cold butter8. 2 tablespoons canola oil9. 1 egg, lightly...
Light Mexican Chicken
Ingredients for 4 servings: 1. 8 ounces uncooked boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips2. 1 small onion, quartered and sliced3. 1/8 cup lemon juice, bottled or canned (you can use fresh)4. 1/4 cup water5. 14 1/2 ounces canned stewed tomatoes, drained6. 1...
Light and Zesty Pasta Salad
Ingredients for 6 servings: 1. 8 ounces rotini pasta or 8 ounces similar pasta2. 2 oranges, juice of3. 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard4. 1 lime, juice of5. 1 tablespoon olive oil6. 1 tablespoon sugar7. 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce8. 1/2 green pepper, slivered9. 1/2...
Light Yogurt Banana Split
Ingredients for 1 servings: 1. 2 strawberries (sliced)2. 1 banana (sliced)3. 1/2 cup nonfat vanilla yogurt4. 1/4 cup granola cereal Directions: 1. Put fruit into a bowl2. Add yogurt on top3. Sprinkle with granola.4. Enjoy. Enjoy your meal!
Zuppa Toscana Soup – Light Version
Ingredients for 8 servings: 1. 1 lb hot Italian turkey sausage2. 1 quart water3. 29 ounces chicken stock4. 2 1/2 lbs russet potatoes, peeded and cubed5. 2 cloves garlic6. 1 medium onion7. 2 cups kale, chopped8. 1/2 cup non-fat powdered milk, dissolved w/ a bit of...
Light Pesto Sauce
Ingredients for 5 servings: 1. 4 ounces romano cheese, cut into 1-inch pieces2. 6 garlic cloves3. 2 2/3 cups fresh basil, loosely packed4. 1/3 cup walnuts, chopped5. 3/4 teaspoon salt6. 1/8 teaspoon pepper7. 1/4 cup lemon juice Directions: 1. In food processor,...
Graham Cracker Bread (Cooking Light)
Ingredients for 16 servings: 1. 2 1/4 teaspoons dry yeast2. 1/4 cup warm water (105 to 115 )3. 2 cups all-purpose flour4. 3/4 cup cinnamon graham cracker crumbs (about 5 full cracker sheets)5. 1/2 cup whole wheat flour6. 2 tablespoons honey7. 1/2 teaspoon grated...
Pesto Burgers (Light)
Ingredients for 5 servings: 1. 1 lb extra lean ground beef2. 1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs3. 1/4 cup finely chopped green onion4. 1 teaspoon dried basil5. 1/4 cup pesto sauce6. 1 large egg7. 1 teaspoon minced garlic Directions: 1. Mix the beef, bread crumbs, green...
Greek Feta Burgers (Light)
Ingredients for 5 servings: 1. 1 cup chopped mushroom2. 1/2 cup chopped onion3. 2 ounces reduced-fat feta cheese, crumbled4. 1 lb lean ground beef5. 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh chives or 1/4 cup green onion6. 3 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano (or 1 tsp dried)7. 2...
Chicken Breasts in Light Lemon Sauce
Ingredients for 4 servings: 1. 6 boneless chicken breasts2. 1/4 teaspoon salt3. 1/2 teaspoon pepper (I actually use lemon pepper)4. 2 tablespoons margarine5. 2/3 cup chicken broth6. 2 tablespoons sherry wine (I have used wine in a pinch)7. 1 tablespoon lemon zest8....
Skillet Pork Chop Saute With Peaches (Cooking Light)
Ingredients for 4 servings: 1. 2 teaspoons olive oil2. 4 (4 ounce) center-cut boneless pork loin chops, trimmed3. 1/2 teaspoon salt4. 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper5. 2 tablespoons thinly sliced shallots6. 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme7. 2 peaches, cut...
Flatout Light Herb Roasted Veggie Pizza (4ww Points)
Ingredients for 1 servings: 1. 1 light italian herb flatout bread2. 1/2 cup chopped artichoke3. 1/4 cup red onion, cut into thin wedges4. 1/4 cup button mushroom, sliced5. 1/4 cup red pepper, sliced6. 1/4 cup olive7. 1 garlic clove, minced8. black pepper9. olive oil...
Light South-East Asian Zucchini Bake
Ingredients for 4 servings: 1. 1 lb zucchini, coarsely grated (weighed after cleaning, about 4 x 6-inch large baby zucchini)2. 1 medium onion, coarsely grated Directions: 1. Set oven at 325 deg F and grease an oven dish, pref. round and deep, like a souffle dish....
Acorn Squash – a Healthy, Light & Vegetarian Summer Favorite
Ingredients for 4 servings: 1. 1 cup uncooked quinoa2. 2 acorn squash3. 1 (15 1/2 ounce) can cannellini beans4. 1/4 cup olive oil5. 2 tablespoons fresh parsley6. 2 tablespoons of fresh mint7. 2 tablespoons fresh basil8. salt & pepper, to taste at end9. 1 avocado10....
Fettuccini Alfredo – Light Edition
Ingredients for 4 servings: 1. 12 ounces fettuccine pasta, dry2. 2 tablespoons butter3. 1 -2 garlic clove, minced4. 1 1/2 cups 2% low-fat milk (or I have used skim)5. 1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour6. 1/3 cup parmesan cheese, grated (real is better)7. 1/2...
Tiramisu- Cooking Light
Ingredients for 9 servings: 1. 1/2 cup sugar2. 1 cup nonfat cottage cheese3. 1 cup nonfat sour cream4. 2 tablespoons dark rum5. 1 (8 ounce) carton low-fat vanilla yogurt6. 1 (8 ounce) package neufchatel cheese7. 1 1/4 cups hot water8. 1 tablespoon instant espresso...
Lemony Light Waldorf Salad
Ingredients for 2 servings: 1. 1/2 cup raw honey or 1/2 cup agave nectar2. 1 lemon, juice of3. 1/4 cup tahini4. 4 cups mixed baby lettuces and spring greens5. 2 red apples, chopped6. 3 celery ribs, diced7. 2 cups red grapes8. 1 cup walnuts Directions: 1. Combine...
Light Pina Colada Drink
Ingredients for 6 servings: 1. 4 cups ice cubes2. 1 1/2 cups pineapple juice (natural, or no sugar added)3. 2/3 cup skim milk4. 1/2 cup Malibu coconut liqueur Directions: 1. Put ice cubes, pineapple juice, milk and malibu into blender.2. Blend until smooth.3. DRINK!...
Light Pumpkin Cornbread
Ingredients for 8 servings: 1. 3/4 cup self rising flour2. 3/4 cup cornmeal3. 1/4 cup Splenda brown sugar blend (can use regular brown sugar)4. 2 teaspoons baking powder5. 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice6. 16 ounces pumpkin puree (plain)7. 1/3 cup fat free Greek yogurt...
Rise and Shine Oatmeal (Cooking Light)
Ingredients for 4 servings: 1. 2 cups 1% low-fat milk2. 2 cups regular oats3. 1/2 cup golden raisin4. 2 tablespoons honey5. 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt6. 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract7. 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon8. 6 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted9. 2 tablespoons...
Light Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
Ingredients for 4 servings: 1. 2 cups fat-free half-and-half2. 1 cup skim milk3. 1 cup granulated sugar4. 4 ounces pastuerized egg substitute (Egg Beaters)5. 1/2-1 teaspoon peppermint extract6. 3/4-1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or 3/4-1 cup miniature semisweet...
Light Artichoke Tomato Pasta Sauce
Ingredients for 6 servings: 1. 1 (14 ounce) can water-packed artichoke hearts2. 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, in juices3. 1 cup mushroom, sliced4. 3 garlic cloves, minced5. 1/2 large white onion, minced6. 3 tablespoons tomato paste7. 1 tablespoon extra virgin...
Moussaka Light
Ingredients for 1 servings: 1. 1 fresh eggplant2. 8 ounces ground turkey3. 3 cups tomato sauce4. 1 cup raw onion, chopped5. 2 garlic cloves6. 3 1/2 ounces red wine7. 1/2 cup white flour8. 1 cup nonfat milk9. 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese10. 1/2 cup reduced-fat feta...
Light Greek Orzo Salad
Ingredients for 6 servings: 1. 2 cups orzo pasta2. 1 garlic clove, minced3. 1 lemon, juice and zest of4. 5 cups baby spinach leaves5. 1 red bell pepper, small diced6. 1/2 cup kalamata olive, roughly chopped7. 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced fire-roasted tomatoes, with...
Rocky Mountain Mini Cheesecakes (Light)
Ingredients for 12 servings: 1. 1 3/4 cups smooth 5% ricotta cheese2. 3 ounces light cream cheese, softened3. 1/2 cup low-fat sour cream4. 1 large egg5. 3/4 cup sugar6. 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder7. 1 1/2 tablespoons flour8. 1/3 cup miniature...
Light As a Feather Angel Biscuits
Ingredients for 1 servings: 1. 1 (370 ml) can fat-free Carnation Evaporated Milk2. 1/2 cup lemon juice or 1/2 cup vinegar3. 1 (11 ml) package dry yeast4. 1/2 cup warm water5. 5 cups all-purpose flour6. 1/4 cup granulated sugar7. 1 tablespoon baking powder8. 1...
Light Honey-Mustard Chicken Salad
Ingredients for 4 servings: 1. 4 cups water2. 1 cup chopped onion3. 4 garlic cloves, chopped4. 3 sprigs rosemary5. 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast6. 3 tablespoons egg substitute7. 3 tablespoons honey8. 2 tablespoons olive oil9. 1 tablespoon rice vinegar10. 2...
Baked Tilapia Fillets With Light French Onion Sauce
Ingredients for 4 servings: 1. 4 (6 ounce) tilapia fillets2. salt, to taste3. pepper, to taste4. 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided5. 1/2 cup diced yellow pepper6. 1/2 cup diced red pepper7. 2 medium diced zucchini8. 1 cup half-and-half9. 5 wedges light laughing cow...
Any Flavor Crystal Light Protein Smoothie
Ingredients for 1 servings: 1. 1 1/2 cups skim milk (or water)2. 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder (NOT mrp)3. 1/4 cup oat flour4. 1 tablespoon flax seed oil (or ground flax seed)5. 2 teaspoons Crystal Light powdered drink mix (any flavor)6. 3 ice cubes Directions: 1....
Light Chocolate Truffles With Toasted Coconut
Ingredients for 60 servings: 1. 4 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips2. 8 ounces cream cheese, softened and cubed3. 3/4 cup sweetened condensed milk4. 3 teaspoons vanilla extract5. 2 teaspoons water6. 3 tablespoons flaked coconut, finely chopped and toasted Directions:...
Light Oatmeal Scotches
Ingredients for 48 servings: 1. 1 1/2 cups flour2. 1 cup wheat flour3. 1 teaspoon baking soda4. 3 1/2 cups quick-cooking oats5. 1 egg6. 1 egg white7. 1/2 cup butter8. 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce9. 1/2 cup brown sugar10. 1/4 cup Splenda sugar substitute, plus11. 2...
Light Scalloped Potatoes
Ingredients for 16 servings: 1. nonstick cooking spray2. 2 minced garlic cloves3. 1/3 cup diced onion4. 1 1/2 tablespoons flour5. 12 ounces evaporated skim milk6. 1 teaspoon salt7. 1/2 teaspoon dry crushed red pepper8. 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper9. 9 cups...
Creamy Cucumber Salad
Ingredients for 4 servings: 1. 3 cups English cucumbers, peeled and thinly sliced2. 1 teaspoon salt3. 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced4. 1/4 cup plain fat-free yogurt5. 1 teaspoon dried dill6. 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar7. 1 teaspoon granulated sugar Directions:...
Creamy Marshmallow Dip (From Cooking Light)
Ingredients for 8 servings: 1. 1/2 cup tub-style low-fat cream cheese (light cream cheese)2. 1/2 cup low-fat strawberry yogurt3. 1/4 cup marshmallow creme Directions: 1. Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl.2. Beat at low speed with an electric mixer until well...
Light Pasta and Cheese Sauce
Ingredients for 6 servings: 1. 2 cups skim milk2. 2 tablespoons flour3. 3 chicken bouillon cubes4. 2 cups grated parmesan cheese (could use smoked cheddar or gouda as well)5. 800 g pasta Directions: 1. Cook pasta as directed; drain well.2. Mix milk, flour and...
Coffee Light Frappuccino-Improved! 🙂
Ingredients for 1 servings: 1. 3/4 cup brewed cold very strong coffee2. 1/4 cup skim milk3. 1 tablespoon sugar substitute4. 1 teaspoon instant pudding mix (any variety)5. 2 cups crushed ice Directions: 1. Combine all ingredients in a blender, or a container for a...
Light Lemon Blueberry Pound Cake
Ingredients for 12 servings: 1. nonstick cooking spray2. 1 tablespoon flour3. 1 (18 1/4 ounce) package light yellow cake mix4. 1/3 cup lemon juice, plus5. 4 teaspoons lemon juice, divided6. 1 teaspoon vanilla7. 1 (8 ounce) package light cream cheese8. 3 large egg...
Traffic Light Stew
Ingredients for 4 servings: 1. 2 (20 ounce) packages Simply Potatoes Diced Potatoes with Onion2. 4 tablespoons bacon bits3. 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed4. 1 (32 ounce) box chicken broth5. 1 red bell pepper, diced6. 4 green onions, diced7. 1 teaspoon...
Chicken Stroganoff – Light
Ingredients for 6 servings: 1. 1 tablespoon oil, divided2. 1 teaspoon oil, divided3. 10 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch strips4. 2 cups sliced mushrooms5. 1 cup onion, sliced6. 1 cup low sodium chicken broth7. 2 teaspoons flour8. 3...
Light Wheat Beer Bread
Ingredients for 6 servings: 1. 1 cup whole wheat flour2. 2 cups bread flour (or all purpose flour)3. 3 teaspoons baking powder4. 1/2 teaspoon salt5. 2 tablespoons sugar6. 2 tablespoons Splenda sugar substitute7. 12 ounces beer8. 3 tablespoons butter, melted...
Light As Air A.1. Bruschetta #A.1.
Ingredients for 6 servings: 1. 1 (17 1/3 ounce) package puff pastry sheets, defrosted overnight2. 1 pint cherry tomatoes, quartered (red and yellow)3. 2 avocados, ripened and sliced as thinly as possible4. 2 ounces of prepared Dijon mustard5. 6 ounces A.1. Original...
Light Cheesy Crab Stuffed Mushrooms
Ingredients for 1 servings: 1. 12 small-to-medium-sized brown mushroom caps (1 - 2-inch wide, stems removed)2. 2 ounces drained white crabmeat3. 2 tablespoons celery, minced4. 2 tablespoons red peppers, minced5. 1 piece Laughing Cow cheese, 1 wedge (Laughing Cow,...
Salmon in a Light, Fragrant Broth
Ingredients for 2 servings: 1. 1 1/4 cups chicken broth2. 1 stalk lemongrass, trimmed, peeled, white part finely sliced3. 2 shallots, peeled, finely sliced4. 1 red chili pepper, finely sliced5. 3 1/2 ounces oyster mushrooms, finely sliced or 3 1/2 ounces shiitake...
Light Butterscotch Pineapple Mousse
Ingredients for 5 servings: 1. 1 (19 ounce) can crushed pineapple with juice (no sugar added type)2. 1 (30 g) package sugar-free instant butterscotch pudding mix3. 2 cups Cool Whip Free (or Ultra Low Fat Cool Whip)4. 1 cup sliced strawberry (to garnish) Directions:...
My Light and Spicy Tuna Salad
Ingredients for 6 servings: 1. 2 (5 ounce) cans of light tuna in water i use bumble bee chunk light tuna (never in oil, blech!)2. 1 tablespoon chipotle mayonnaise ("Goya Chipotles in Adobe Sauce")3. 2 tablespoons salsa (add more or less or skip according to taste)4....
Light and Luscious Stuffed Cabbage Rolls
Ingredients for 4 servings: 1. 8 cabbage leaves2. 12 ounces 90% lean ground beef or 12 ounces ground turkey3. 1/3 cup chopped onion4. 1 clove minced garlic5. 1 1/4 cups water6. 1 (7 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes7. 1/2 cup long grain rice8. 1 tablespoon...
„light” Greek Ground Beef Roll
Ingredients for 18 servings: 1. 1 medium onion, chopped2. 2 lbs extra lean ground beef, no more than 7% fat3. 1 garlic clove4. 10 ounces frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry5. 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon6. 1 teaspoon ground thyme7. 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg8. 2...
„light” Broccoli Carbonara
Ingredients for 4 servings: 1. 12 ounces rotini pasta or 12 ounces other pastas2. 1 onion, diced fine3. 4 garlic cloves, minced4. 2 bunches Broccolini or 2 heads broccoli, chopped into 1/2 inch pieces5. 1/2 lb lean bacon or 1/2 lb turkey bacon6. 1 1/2 cups shredded...
Light Chocolate-Amaretto Cheesecake
Ingredients for 12 servings: 1. 6 chocolate wafers, finely crushed2. 1 1/2 cups light cream cheese3. 1 cup sugar4. 1 cup 1% low fat cottage cheese5. 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa6. 1/4 cup all-purpose flour7. 1/4 cup Amaretto8. 1 teaspoon vanilla...
Cooking Light Easy Tzatziki Sauce
Ingredients for 12 servings: 1. 3/4 cup plain low-fat yogurt2. 2 tablespoons cucumbers, grated, peeled, seeded3. 1 1/2 teaspoons onions, minced4. 1/8 teaspoon salt5. 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground Directions: 1. Combine all ingredients.2. Refrigerate in...
Light Bean and Cheese Tostada
Ingredients for 1 servings: 1. 1 low-fat tortilla2. 3 tablespoons fat-free refried beans3. 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder4. 1/4 teaspoon salt5. 1/4 teaspoon black pepper6. 1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese7. salsa Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.2....
Light Lemon Cheesecake
Ingredients for 8 servings: 1. 1 graham cracker, crushed2. 1 package lemon gelatin3. 2/3 cup boiling water4. 1 cup low fat cottage cheese5. 8 ounces neufchatel cheese6. 2 cups Cool Whip Lite7. 1 cup cherry pie filling Directions: 1. Spray 9-inch pie plate with cooking...
Filet Mignon With Mushroom-Wine Sauce – Light Version Weight Wat
Ingredients for 4 servings: 1. 1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine, divided2. 1/3 cup finely chopped shallot3. 1/2 cup fresh shiitake mushroom, stems removed4. 1 1/2 cups cabernet sauvignon wine or 1 1/2 cups dry red wine, divided5. 1 (10 1/2 ounce) can beef...
Banana Pancakes
Ingredients for 1 servings: 1. 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour2. 1/2 cup whole wheat flour3. 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder4. 1/2 teaspoon baking soda5. 1/2 teaspoon salt6. 1 3/4 cups low-fat buttermilk7. 2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine, melted8. 1 egg9. 3...
Crowd Pleasing Light Oat Bread (Bread Machine)
Ingredients for 1 servings: 1. 1 1/4 cups water2. 2 tablespoons margarine3. 1 teaspoon salt4. 3 cups all-purpose flour5. 1/2 cup rolled oats6. 2 tablespoons brown sugar7. 1 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast Directions: 1. Place all the ingredients in the order listed or...
Chicken Tortilla Soup
Ingredients for 6 servings: 1. 1 tablespoon vegetable oil2. 1 small onion, chopped3. 3 -4 garlic cloves, minced4. 1 (4 ounce) can of chopped green chilies, drained5. 1 cup chopped fresh tomato6. 1 finely chopped jalapeno pepper7. 1 (12 ounce) can V8 vegetable juice (I...
Light Rocky Road Brownies
Ingredients for 8 servings: 1. 4 egg whites, whipped2. 1/2 cup sugar3. 1 tablespoon vanilla4. 1/2 cup cocoa powder, sifted5. 1/2 teaspoon baking powder6. 1/4 teaspoon salt7. 1/2 cup flour8. 1 cup marshmallow cream Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees.2. Prepare...
Bikini-Ready, Light Creamy Parmesan Dressing
Ingredients for 1 servings: 1. 1/2 cup light mayonnaise2. 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated3. 1/4 cup low-fat buttermilk4. 2 small garlic cloves, minced5. 1/2 teaspoon fresh parsley, minced6. 1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice Directions: 1. Whisk together all ingredients...
Carrot, Apple and Cinnamon Loaf (Light)
Ingredients for 12 servings: 1. 1/4 cup vegetable oil2. 2 large eggs3. 1 cup granulated sugar4. 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon5. 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg6. 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract7. 1/3 cup low-fat plain yogurt8. 1 1/4 cups grated carrots9. 2/3 cup peeled...
Rocky Mountain Brownies (Light)
Ingredients for 16 servings: 1. 1 cup granulated sugar2. 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder3. 1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce4. 1/4 cup vegetable oil5. 1 large egg6. 1 teaspoon vanilla7. 1/4 cup low-fat yogurt8. 3/4 cup flour9. 1/2 teaspoon baking powder10. 3/4 cup...
Rice Pudding (Light) Without Raisins
Ingredients for 12 servings: 1. 1 cup white rice2. 2 cups warm water3. 1 2/3 cups fat-free half-and-half4. 1 cup brown sugar5. 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon6. 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt7. 1 egg, beaten8. 2 tablespoons light butter9. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Directions:...
Tasty and Light Berry Parfait
Ingredients for 2 servings: 1. 1/2 cup strawberry, sliced2. 1/2 cup blueberries3. 2 teaspoons Splenda granular, sugar substitute4. 1 cup low fat cottage cheese5. 6 ounces light vanilla yogurt6. 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract7. 1/4 teaspoon almond extract Directions: 1....
Chicken Cacciatore
Ingredients for 4 servings: 1. 1/4 cup olive oil2. 8 chicken tenderloins3. 1/2 bell pepper4. 1/4 large onion5. 28 ounces diced tomatoes6. 8 ounces tomato sauce7. 1/2 teaspoon oregano8. 1/2 teaspoon parsley9. 1 bay leaf10. 1/2 teaspoon salt11. 1/2 teaspoon garlic...
Bright, Light Buttermilk Syrup
Ingredients for 10 servings: 1. 3/4-1 cup sugar2. 1 cup buttermilk3. 2 tablespoons butter4. 2 tablespoons corn syrup5. 1 teaspoon baking soda6. 2 teaspoons vanilla Directions: 1. Place first five ingredients in a large saucepan.2. Bring to a boil and cook for 7...
Fruit-Filled Muffins (Light)
Ingredients for 12 servings: 1. nonstick cooking spray2. 1 1/2 cups flour3. 1/3 cup sugar4. 1 teaspoon baking powder5. 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon6. 1/4 teaspoon baking soda7. 1/8 teaspoon salt8. 2/3 cup buttermilk9. 1 egg10. 3 tablespoons cooking oil11. 1/4 cup peach...
Diner Meatloaf Muffins (Light)
Ingredients for 6 servings: 1. 1 teaspoon olive oil2. 1 cup finely chopped onion3. 1/2 cup finely chopped carrot4. 1 teaspoon dried oregano5. 2 garlic cloves, minced6. 1 cup ketchup, divided7. 1 1/2 lbs extra lean ground beef (raw)8. 1 cup finely crushed saltine...
Light Brioche Buns
Ingredients for 1 servings: 1. 3 tablespoons milk, warm2. 2 teaspoons active dry yeast3. 2 1/2 tablespoons sugar4. 2 large eggs5. 3 cups bread flour6. 1/3 cup all-purpose flour7. 1 1/2 teaspoons salt8. 2 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened Directions: 1. In a...
Light Pumpkin Muffins
Ingredients for 18 servings: 1. 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour2. 1 cup granulated sugar3. 1 tablespoon baking powder4. 1 teaspoon baking soda5. 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon6. 1/2 teaspoon salt7. 1 cup canned pumpkin8. 3/4 cup nonfat sour cream9. 1/3 cup nonfat milk10. 1/4...
Uncle Bill’s Light Vegetable Soup
Ingredients for 12 servings: 1. 4 cups vegetable broth or 4 cups chicken broth2. 8 cups water3. 4 tablespoons chicken soup base or 4 tablespoons vegetable bouillon cubes4. 2 tablespoons butter5. 1 large onion, chopped small6. 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, include...
Simple Light Lemon Custard
Ingredients for 10 servings: 1. 2 eggs, beaten2. 1 tablespoon lemon rind, grated3. 1/4 cup granulated sugar4. 2/3 cup fresh lemon juice (about 3 lemons)5. 1 tablespoon light margarine Directions: 1. Combine eggs, lemon rind and sugar in a saucepan on medium heat.2....
Light and Creamy Peas
Ingredients for 4 servings: 1. 2 cups frozen peas2. 2 tablespoons plain yogurt3. 1 pinch crushed dried mint4. 1 pinch fresh ground pepper Directions: 1. Cook peas in a small amount of water until tender-crisp (about 4 minutes if cooked in microwave) - or cook...
Whole Wheat Pasta and Light Vodka Sauce
Ingredients for 6 servings: 1. 1 tablespoon light butter2. 1/2 tablespoon olive oil3. 1/2 cup onion, chopped4. 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes (no-salt-added, preferred)5. 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can crushed tomatoes6. 1/4 teaspoon salt, to taste7. 1 dash pepper...
Light Baked Butternut Squash
Ingredients for 2 servings: 1. 1 butternut squash, halved and seeded2. I Can't Believe It's Not Butter! Spray3. 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar, divided Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 350.2. Place the squash halves on a cookie sheet.3. Spray each half of the squash...
Light Herbed Cheese Spread
Ingredients for 1 servings: 1. 2/3 cup low fat cottage cheese2. 1/3 cup light cream cheese, softened3. 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh chives4. 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese5. 1 clove garlic, minced6. 1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram7. 1/4 teaspoon dried basil8. 1/4...
Light and Lemony Muffins
Ingredients for 12 servings: 1. 1 1/4 cups milk2. 1/2 cup plain yogurt3. 2 large lemons, zest of, grated4. 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice5. 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour6. 1/2 cup whole wheat flour7. 2 teaspoons baking powder8. 1 teaspoon baking soda9. 1/4 teaspoon...
Light and Tasty Biscuits
Ingredients for 4 servings: 1. 2 cups flour2. 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder3. 1/2 teaspoon salt4. 1/3 cup shortening (butter-flavored Crisco)5. 3/4 cup milk Directions: 1. Heat oven to 475 degrees.2. Sift together flour, baking powder, and the salt.3. Cut in the...
Chocolate Walnut Cranberry Cake (Light)
Ingredients for 12 servings: 1. 1 2/3 cups flour2. 1 1/2 cups sugar3. 3/4 cup cocoa4. 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder5. 1/2 teaspoon baking soda6. 1/2 teaspoon salt7. 1 cup applesauce8. 1/2 cup plain soymilk9. 1/4 cup canola oil10. 3/4 cup dried sweetened cranberries11....
Light Toasted Ravioli ("fried Ravioli)
Ingredients for 4 servings: 1. 16 frozen cheese ravioli2. 1/4-1/2 cup Italian salad dressing (not fat free)3. 1/4 cup Italian style breadcrumbs4. warm marinara sauce or pizza sauce, for dipping Directions: 1. Cook ravioli according to package directions; drain.2. Dip...
Light Chili Mac Skillet Supper
Ingredients for 4 servings: 1. 8 ounces 90% lean ground beef2. 1 medium onion, chopped3. 1 (15 1/2 ounce) can drained red kidney beans4. 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce5. 7 1/4 ounces cans diced tomatoes6. 1/2 cup elbow macaroni7. 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper8. 1/4...
Light Lemon Mousse
Ingredients for 2 servings: 1. 3 tablespoons sugar or 3 tablespoons Splenda sugar substitute2. 1 tablespoon cornstarch3. 3/4 cup nonfat milk4. 2 tablespoons lemon juice5. 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest, grated6. 1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract7. 1/2 cup light whipped topping8....
Redsie’s Lemon Yogurt Cupcakes, (Light Version)
Ingredients for 12 servings: 1. 1 1/4 cups flour, plus2. 1 tablespoon flour3. 1 teaspoon baking powder4. 1/4 teaspoon salt5. 1 cup Splenda sugar substitute6. 1/4 cup butter (or 25% reduced-fat butter, melted and cooled)7. 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce8. 1/4 cup egg...
Light & Tasty Chicken Piccata
Ingredients for 8 servings: 1. 8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves2. 1/2 cup egg substitute3. 2 tablespoons chicken broth4. 1/4 cup chicken broth (additional)5. 5 tablespoons lemon juice, divided6. 3 garlic cloves, minced7. 1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce8. 1/2...
Cabbage and Mixed Greens Salad With Light Tangy Herb Vinaigrette
Ingredients for 4 servings: 1. 2 tablespoons water2. 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar3. 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped4. 1 tablespoon lemon juice5. 1 tablespoon grainy mustard6. 2 teaspoons olive oil7. 1 teaspoon fresh dill, chopped8. 1 teaspoon honey9. 1/4 teaspoon...
Light Carrot Cocoa Snack Cake –(Brownies)
Ingredients for 9 servings: 1. 1/4 cup cocoa2. 2 tablespoons cocoa3. 1 cup flour4. 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder5. 1/2 cup sugar6. 1 cup carrot, shredded7. 1/4 cup skim milk8. 4 tablespoons applesauce9. 4 egg whites, beaten10. 1 teaspoon vanilla Directions: 1. Preheat...
Quick and Light Chicken Paprikash
Ingredients for 4 servings: 1. 1 small onion, chopped2. 2 (9 ounce) packages frozen cubed cooked chicken breasts3. 8 ounces fat free sour cream4. 1 tablespoon paprika5. 1 teaspoon salt Directions: 1. Spray a large nonstick skillet and heat over medium-high heat. Saute...
Basic, Light & Easy Whole Wheat Bread
Ingredients for 12 servings: 1. 3 cups whole wheat flour (the good stuff)2. 3 tablespoons vital wheat gluten3. 1 1/2 teaspoons salt4. 1/4 cup honey5. 9 -10 ounces warm water6. 2 1/4 teaspoons yeast (1 packet, I use fleischmans) Directions: 1. Put the ingredients in...
Light Fresh Peach Cobbler
Ingredients for 8 servings: 1. 6 medium peaches, sliced2. 6 1/3 tablespoons sugar3. 1 tablespoon cornstarch4. 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice5. 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon6. 1 cup all-purpose flour7. 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder8. 1/2 teaspoon table salt9. 3...
Light Chicken Kiev
Ingredients for 4 servings: 1. 1 (7 1/2 ounce) container Smart Balance light butter spread, room temperature2. 1 teaspoon dried parsley3. 1 teaspoon dried tarragon4. 1 teaspoon chervil5. 1 teaspoon dill6. 1 lime, zest of7. 1 lemon, zest of8. 1 teaspoon kosher salt,...
Mexican Chocolate Drop Cookies: Cooking Light
Ingredients for 32 servings: 1. 5 ounces bittersweet chocolate, coarsely chopped (60-70% bittersweet)2. 3/4 cup all-purpose flour (about 3.5 oz)3. 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon4. 1/4 teaspoon baking powder5. 1/4 teaspoon salt6. 1 dash black pepper7. 1 dash ground red...
Light Tartar Sauce
Ingredients for 1 servings: 1. 2/3 cup low-fat yogurt2. 1/4 cup minced pickles or 1/4 cup relish3. 2 tablespoons light mayonnaise4. 1 teaspoon vinegar5. 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard Directions: 1. Combine all ingredients.2. Store in refrigerator.
Light and Healthy 100% Whole Wheat Bread
Ingredients for 1 servings: 1. 1 1/4 cups water2. 1 tablespoon natural applesauce3. 3 tablespoons honey4. 1/2 teaspoon salt5. 3 cups whole wheat flour6. 1/2 cup wheat gluten7. 2 teaspoons active dry yeast Directions: 1. combine all ingredients and mix.2. knead for...
Light and Easy Chicken Chili
Ingredients for 10 servings: 1. 2 teaspoons olive oil2. 1 medium onion, chopped3. 2 teaspoons minced garlic4. 1 lb ground chicken5. 1 teaspoon chili powder6. 1/2 teaspoon sugar7. 1/2 teaspoon salt8. 1 (8 ounce) jar pineapple salsa9. 1 (16 ounce) can black beans10. 1...
Light and Creamy California Vegetable Salad
Ingredients for 8 servings: 1. 1 cup low-fat ranch dressing2. 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese3. 4 cups raw broccoli florets4. 4 cups raw cauliflower florets5. 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved Directions: 1. Mix dressing and cheese in large bowl.2. Add vegetables and mix...
Light Cheesecake
Ingredients for 12 servings: 1. 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese2. 1 pint sour cream3. 1 cup sugar4. 2 teaspoons vanilla5. 2 tablespoons flour6. 3 tablespoons crushed pineapple7. 3 tablespoons pineapple juice8. 5 eggs, separated9. 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar10. 1...
Light Chicken Kiev
Ingredients for 4 servings: 1. 1 (7 1/2 ounce) container Smart Balance light butter spread, room temperature2. 1 teaspoon dried parsley3. 1 teaspoon dried tarragon4. 1 teaspoon chervil5. 1 teaspoon dill6. 1 lime, zest of7. 1 lemon, zest of8. 1 teaspoon kosher salt,...
Mexican Chocolate Drop Cookies: Cooking Light
Ingredients for 32 servings: 1. 5 ounces bittersweet chocolate, coarsely chopped (60-70% bittersweet)2. 3/4 cup all-purpose flour (about 3.5 oz)3. 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon4. 1/4 teaspoon baking powder5. 1/4 teaspoon salt6. 1 dash black pepper7. 1 dash ground red...
Light Tartar Sauce
Ingredients for 1 servings: 1. 2/3 cup low-fat yogurt2. 1/4 cup minced pickles or 1/4 cup relish3. 2 tablespoons light mayonnaise4. 1 teaspoon vinegar5. 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard Directions: 1. Combine all ingredients.2. Store in refrigerator.
Light and Healthy 100% Whole Wheat Bread
Ingredients for 1 servings: 1. 1 1/4 cups water2. 1 tablespoon natural applesauce3. 3 tablespoons honey4. 1/2 teaspoon salt5. 3 cups whole wheat flour6. 1/2 cup wheat gluten7. 2 teaspoons active dry yeast Directions: 1. combine all ingredients and mix.2. knead for...
Light and Easy Chicken Chili
Ingredients for 10 servings: 1. 2 teaspoons olive oil2. 1 medium onion, chopped3. 2 teaspoons minced garlic4. 1 lb ground chicken5. 1 teaspoon chili powder6. 1/2 teaspoon sugar7. 1/2 teaspoon salt8. 1 (8 ounce) jar pineapple salsa9. 1 (16 ounce) can black beans10. 1...
Light and Creamy California Vegetable Salad
Ingredients for 8 servings: 1. 1 cup low-fat ranch dressing2. 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese3. 4 cups raw broccoli florets4. 4 cups raw cauliflower florets5. 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved Directions: 1. Mix dressing and cheese in large bowl.2. Add vegetables and mix...
Light Cheesecake
Ingredients for 12 servings: 1. 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese2. 1 pint sour cream3. 1 cup sugar4. 2 teaspoons vanilla5. 2 tablespoons flour6. 3 tablespoons crushed pineapple7. 3 tablespoons pineapple juice8. 5 eggs, separated9. 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar10. 1...