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This version has FAR fewer calories than the traditional butter and cream laden version of fettucine alfredo but still retains that classic rich and satisfying taste. I did some research and one serving of traditional alfredo has an average of 604 calories (and that’s the average – some were as high as 800+, others [...]

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This dish is somewhat of a “short-cut” version of traditional fra diavlo. It comes together really quickly, so it makes a great choice for a weeknight meal. You can vary the amount of heat in this meal by increasing or decreasing the amount of hot pepper to suit your taste. Paired with [...]

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Broccoli Rabe (also called “rabe” or “rapini”), is a leafy green vegetable popular in Southern Italy. It is very rich in vitamins and phytochemicals – and has only 20 calories per cup. A vegetable that is that low in calories while still having such an amazing nutritional profile – you know that I just [...]

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Traditional chicken piccata recipes are usually a fairly healthy choice; but unfortunately, most restaurants prepare it using loads of butter and fatty chicken stock. With just a few adjustments, this low-fat, low-calorie chicken piccata will have you indulging in one of Italy’s finest cuisine contributions. This light tasting, delicious classic Italian meal will [...]

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Chicken Chow Mein as we know it, is actually a Chinese-American hybrid. It is vegetables and meat served over crispy fried noodles. This lighter version bakes the noodles instead, which eliminates all of that extra fat and added calories. This is another versatile dish that can easily be changed around depending on [...]

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Whenever I have the opportunity to try ethnic food, I jump at the chance. The different flavors and methods used to prepare foods in other cultures vary greatly from those found here in the United States. Traditional-style Pad Thai has quickly risen to the top of my list as a new favorite [...]

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Lasagna is a great choice for entertaining guests. It can be prepared in advance, and simply popped in the oven, so that when company comes you can spend your time mingling instead of standing over the stove! Experiment with this recipe by varying the vegetables used, adding cooked lean ground beef or chicken, [...]

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This gourmet entree combines the flavors of sweet potato, tangy yogurt, sage and asiago cheese with outstanding results. It is an out of the ordinary combination that makes for a unique culinary experience. If you’ve been wanting to try something new and different – this healthy ravioli recipe is the place to start! [...]

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This dish has some serious heat!! If you prefer yours less spicy, simply reduce the amount of red pepper flakes (or omit them all-together). If you would like it with even more bite (like we do!!) add 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper when you add the red pepper flakes. This dish goes great [...]

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