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Meal Makeover: Healthy Spaghetti Squash Bowl

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Craving a big ole bowl of spaghetti? Try this Spaghetti Squash Bowl instead! Fill up on antioxidants and fiber, instead of heavy carbohydrates that are higher in calories and lower in nutrients, with spaghetti squash and still get that savory Italian flavor you desire! This dish is so satisfying and versatile and is sure to be a family-favorite and please any pasta-lover!

Meal Made in Minutes: Lightened-up Italian Chicken & Mozzarella Dish

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Looking for a Traditional Italian Dish that is full of flavor, yet lacking unnecessary calories and fat and can be made and on the table in under 10 minutes? Then look no further than this week's Meal Made in Minutes that also doubles as a Meal Makeover with a few minor tweaks to boost the nutrient factor while reducing the calories and fat found in most traditional Italian dishes. Trust me, you won't regret the makeover!

Meal Makeover: Zucchini Pancakes with Creamy Dill Sauce

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Looking for a savory dinner that's actually healthy and delicious? Then look no further than this meal makeover of a classic Ukrainian dish! With a little tweaking of ingredients, these Zucchini Pancakes with Creamy Dill Sauce will knock your socks off with their crispy and creamy texture and please even the pickiest of taste buds! Don't believe me? Give it a try and see for yourself!

Meal Makeover: Healthy Chicken Enchiladas (Gluten Free, Dairy-Free optional)

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There's nothing like your Momma's Chicken Enchiladas... and nothing quite as high-calorie and high in fat! Craving this savory dish, but don't want the unnecessary calories or saturated fat? Check out my Meal Makeover Recipe for Healthy Chicken Enchiladas! Trust me, you won't miss the excess cheese or the guilt that may come after eating the old-school version of this family favorite dish!

Meal Makeover: Healthy Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Dip

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It's SUPER BOWL SUNDAY!! Even though my beloved New England Patriots did NOT make it to the Super Bowl this year, the show (game) still must go on. To tell you the truth, I am more excited about the delicious food that will be at the Super Bowl Party we are going to tonight, especially since I am bringing my famous (healthier) Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Dip! Here's the super easy recipe!

Meal Made in Minutes: Healthy Buffalo Chicken Dip

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Now that you are recovering from a fun-filled weekend, you may be struggling to get yourself together and meal prep for the work-week ahead. Have no fear! I have the perfect recipe for you to whip up a quick and healthy meal that will keep you full and satisfied all week long (and makes for an awesome Super Bowl Sunday Crockpot appetizer to share with your family and friends next weekend)!!

Meal Makeover: BBQ Chicken and Sweet Potato Noodles

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First Meal Makeover of 2016 and it is a winner, winner, (BBQ) chicken dinner! Here is my modified recipe for an all-time favorite meal made healthier! Most recipes for BBQ chicken are high in fat and sodium and are often paired with other high-fat, high-calorie foods. Not this BBQ Chicken meal! I found the easiest recipe for a healthy crockpot BBQ chicken and I paired it with sweet potato noodles for a savory and sweet balanced meal.

Meal Made in Minutes: Chocolate and Peanut Butter Chia Pudding

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Just look at that bowl of deliciousness! This recipe takes about 5 minutes to make and when you wake up you will have a perfect breakfast on-the-go, a mid-day pick-me-up snack, or a decadent dessert to top off your day! This disguised dessert is packed with heart-healthy Omega-3 Fatty Acids (thanks to the Chia seeds) and lean protein (thanks to the protein powder and peanut powder). Get the easy recipe here!