Category Archives: healthy recipe makeover

Twice Baked Potatoes…Healthy Recipe Makeover

These Are FAnTASTIC! Ingredients 4 large russet potatoes Olive oil Kosher salt 1/2 cup plain greek yogurt 1/2  cup low fat buttermilk (see below**) 1 Tbsp half & half 2 Tbsp butter, softened 1 tsp ground black pepper 1 1/2 cup grated  2% cheddar cheese (seperate into 1 cup and 1/2 cup) 1/4 cup chopped… Continue Reading

Scallops With Linguine & Tomato Cream Sauce…Healthy Recipe Makeover

A Healthy & Delicious Dinner Recipe For A Happy Couple On Valentine’s Day! Ingredients 2 cup dry white wine 1/2 cup minced shallots 4 tablespoons fresh lime juice (or lemon juice) 2 tsp minced fresh garlic 1 tablespoon grated peeled fresh ginger (optional) 2 tbsp light cream  2 tbsp half & half 2 tbsp butter, cut… Continue Reading

Cheesy Potato Soup…Healthy Recipe Makeover

Oh so creamy, oh so cheesy potato soup.  Fantastic taste without the guilt of eating all those calories and fat.  This recipe is husband & family approved which for me, can be hard to do! Ingredients: 1-2 tbsp of olive oil or butter 1 small onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour… Continue Reading

Boneless Buffalo Wings…Healthy Recipe Makeover

The Superbowl is right around the corner.  What does that mean?  It’s time to eat wings, pizza, and a whole lot of appetizers.  I like to eat all that great food but I’m not a fan of all the fat that goes along with them.  Here is a great healthier alternative to buffalo wings for… Continue Reading

Turkey Lasagna…Healthy Recipe Makeover

2 tsp. olive oil 1 lb. ground turkey breast 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 medium onion, minced 8-oz. can tomato sauce 28-oz. can crushed tomatoes salt and pepper to taste 1 tsp basil or 1 tbsp fresh 1 tsp oregano or 1 tbsp fresh 1/2 tsp sugar 15 ounces low-fat ricotta or low-fat cottage cheese… Continue Reading

Cinnamon Rolls…Healthy Recipe Makeover

I LOVE cinnamon rolls but I don’t love how many calories and fat they tend to have with each bit.  I have searched and searched for a good homemade recipe. After playing around with a few different recipe I finally put this one together.  They are husband and children approved!  They are so delicious you… Continue Reading

Whipped Butter…Healthy Recipe Makeover

What is  whipped butter exactly? Whipped butter is typically defined as solid butter with the addition of air or gas to it.   Adding air or gas to it  increases the volume while also reducing the density at the same time.  It creates a lighter, fluffier, more easily spreadable butter.  It also results in fewer calories… Continue Reading

Spicy Basque Style Chicken – Healthy Recipe Makeover

Absolutely DELICIOUS!!!   Just the right amount of spice.  Great for the entire family!  It can’t get much better.   It’s quick & easy, healthy, and tastes fantastic. Ingredients 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast tenders 2 teaspoons olive oil 2 teaspoons bottled minced garlic 1/4 cup sliced green olives 2 (10-ounce) cans diced tomatoes and… Continue Reading

Cheese Ravioli With Beef Casserole – Healthy Recipe Makeover

  Yields: 6 servingsIngredients1 pound ground beef (I use 95% lean, you can use any %)1/2 (25 ounce) package frozen cheese ravioli1 (14 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce (all natural) or Homemade1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained (all natural)1 cup shredded 2 % mozzarella cheese1 cup shredded 2% Monterey Jack blend cheese1 tablespoon grated Parmesan… Continue Reading

Cranberry Oatmeal Bars – Healthy Recipe Makeover

I try to live a healthy lifestyle and also bring my children up the same way.  Many parents would like to cook meals that are healthier for their families but either don’t know where to begin or are skeptical of whether the food with actually taste good.  I’m here to tell you it’s possible. Every… Continue Reading

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