Category Archives: healthy recipe makeover

Cauliflower “Mock” Mashed Potatoes…Healthy Recipe Makeover

Cauliflower “Mock” Mashed Potatoes…Healthy Recipe Makeover

My mother made these just the other day and they were so delicious!  This has to be on your “must try” list of recipes.   Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Yields 4 (1-cup) servings Ingredients 1 cauliflower head, cut into florets 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic 1/2 to 3/4 cup lower-sodium chicken broth… Continue Reading

Breakfast Egg Strata – Healthy Recipe Makeover

I make this healthy egg strata for Easter brunch every year.  It is an absolute hit among everyone, including the kids.  I swear everyone will L-O-V-E it!  What I really like about this recipe, besides for the fact that it tastes fabulous, is that you make it the night before.  All you have to do… Continue Reading

Mini Mint Cheesecakes Shamrocks…Healthy Recipe Makeover

I am beyond excited to share this recipe with you today.  It is FABULOUS!  I can’t take any credit this time.  Diane, from Created By Diane, made it very easy on me.  Not only did she create this fantastic recipe idea but she already put a healthier twist on it. I know some people of… Continue Reading

Peanut Butter Pie…Healthy Recipe Makeover

I LOVE peanut butter and so does my family.  If you can somehow put chocolate into the mix I’m in HEAVEN!  One of our favorite desserts is peanut butter pie.  Ummm…it’s so good.  I can’t get enough of it.  What I don’t like is looking at the calories and fat per slice.  Until now!  I… Continue Reading

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 4 tbsp light cream 2 tbsp butter, cut into small pieces 2/3 cup chopped seeded plum tomato 2 tablespoons… 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

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