Taste of Home - Lower Fat Recipes

Chocolate-Mint Truffle Cookies

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 13:11:48 GMT

These truffle-like cookies will wow guests at any holiday gathering and steal the show on the dessert table. Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Drizzled Cherry Cookie Cups

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 13:11:48 GMT

No one will ever guess these cute cookies drizzled with chocolate are lighter! Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Chocolate Swirled Bars

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 13:11:48 GMT

These swirly chocolaty bars make a crunchy and elegant addition to any cookie tray—and couldn’t be easier! Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Pumpkin Oat Bran Muffins

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 12:57:31 GMT

“The aroma from these muffins is especially wonderful in the fall. They're healthy and yummy and disappear quite quickly. They also freeze well.” Irene Robinson - Cincinnati, Ohio

Zucchini Lasagna

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 12:57:31 GMT

This meatless lasagna is chock-full of healthy zucchini and delicious cheeses. You'll be surprised that such a generous portion still weighs in at under 300 calories! Ruth Vaught - Tempe, Arizona

Chocolate Snack Cake

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 12:57:31 GMT

I have made this cake for over 50 years. Otherwise known as "crazy cake," this classic, ender and moist dessert requires only a two-step procedure to make.

Broccoli Soup

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:51:03 GMT

“This is one dish I make often to serve to guests with dinner. It's a great comfort soup on a cold day.” Broccoli lovers will appreciate the subtle seasonings that enhance the vegetable's flavor. Lorraine Ellingson - Strathmore, Alberta

Skinny Cacciatore

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:51:03 GMT

“I needed a menu light on calories but heavy on flavor for my husband's associates. They weren't watching calories, but I was and wanted to eat, too. This recipe was a big success and no one guessed I'd 'skinnied' it down!” Anita Webb - Hartsville, Tennessee

Gluten-Free Sugar Cookies

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:51:03 GMT

These cake-like cookies will be a welcome snack with a cold glass of milk. Feel free to use this recipe as a base and mix in dried cranberries or cherries, nuts or other extracts. Taste of Home Test Kitchen - Greendale, Wisconsin

Baked Veggie Chips

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:41:52 GMT

Colorful, roasted root vegetables are a fun, festive snack or side. These perfectly seasoned chips are so tasty they don't even need dip! —Christine Schenher, San Clemente, Michigan

Thai Restaurant Chicken

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:41:52 GMT

--Please romance that additional veggies can be added: make it your own Thai specialty--cjr.

Chicken Athena

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:41:52 GMT

Greek flavors abound in this tasty and tender chicken dish that's cooked in the slow cooker. Olives, sun-dried tomatoes, lemon juice and balsamic vinegar combine with chicken for a special treat tonight. Radelle Knappenberger - Oviedo, Florida

Holiday Brussels Sprouts

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:36:28 GMT

Peas and sprouts are a festive side dish when mixed with crunchy celery and flavorful bacon. This unusual combo will please both sprout lovers and non-sprout lovers alike. —Jodie Beckman, Council Bluff, Iowa

Special Green Beans

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:36:28 GMT

This tasty dish rounds out any meal with its bright color and fresh flavor. With only 10 minutes of prep time, these are ready before you know it!

Baked Blueberry & Peach Oatmeal

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:36:28 GMT

“This oatmeal bake is a staple in our home. It's very easy to prepare the night before, just keep the dry and wet ingredients separate until ready to bake. I've tried a variety of fruits, but the blueberry and peach is our favorite.” Rosemarie Weleski - Natrona Heights, Pennsylvania