Taste of Home - Lower Fat Recipes

Cinnamon Spritz

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 05:08:16 GMT

With lots of cinnamon flavor, these rich buttery cookies are similar to a classic Snickerdoodle. The dough is so easy to work with.

Rustic Autumn Soup

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 05:08:16 GMT

This recipe is a great way to use the harvest of fall. The rich, velvety soup makes a special first course, and the flavors of root vegetables really shine with a subtle sweetness from apple.—Denice Hageli, Elmhurst, Illinois

Pumpkin Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 05:08:16 GMT

A classic cream cheese frosting tops pleasantly spiced pumpkin cookies. Everyone enjoys the soft, cake-like texture.—Lisa Chernetsky, Luzerne, Pennsylvania

Peppermint Meringue Clouds

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 05:13:27 GMT

I love to bake so my kitchen gets a real workout every Christmas. This unique recipe combines both sugar and meringue cookies. —June Rolf, Norwood, Minnesota

Hazelnut Chocolate Chip Pizzelle

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 05:13:27 GMT

I've experimented with different varieties of pizzelle recipes, but this is definitely a favorite. My dad likes to help make them so that we don't run out!—Aimee McCullen, Youngwood, Pennsylvania

Orange-Cranberry Bars

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 05:13:27 GMT

With the incredible combination of orange and cranberry, these bars are fast sellers at my church's Christmas bazaar.—Agnes Ward, Stratford, Ontario

French Onion Casserole

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 17:50:30 GMT

Fans of French onion soup will gobble up this comforting casserole. The 30-minute side dish would be a nice accompaniment to beef entrees.—Margaret McClatchey, Loveland, Colorado

Crab Dip in a Bread Bowl

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 17:50:30 GMT

I whipped up this recipe for a get-together when my husband had no interest in the spinach dip I had prepared. Ranch salad dressing mix is the fantastic flavoring.—Sharon Monroe, Littleton, Colorado

Chocolate-Dipped Orange Cookies

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 17:50:30 GMT

With orange peel and extract, these tender cookies are bursting with fresh citrus flavor. Dipping them in chocolate adds a special touch.—Joanne Burkert, Beecher, Illinois

Vanilla Crescent Cookies

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 15:46:03 GMT

This recipe originated in Croatia and has been in my husband's family for generations. I was thrilled when my mother-in-law shared it with me.

Northwoods Beef Stew

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 15:46:03 GMT

I live in northern Wisconsin, where we appreciate hot and hearty meals during our cold winters. Conveniently prepared in a slow cooker, this stew is superb for company.—Janice Christofferson, Eagle River, Wisconsin

Pineapple Orange Trifle

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 15:46:03 GMT

Guests are pleasantly surprised to see this lovely trifle on my holiday table. Coconut, pineapple and mandarin oranges lend a tropical taste to every spoonful.—Renee Schwebach, Dumont, Minnesota

Chocolate Reindeer

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 06:41:50 GMT

You can enlist little hands to help position the antlers, eyes and noses on these adorable, crisp cookies.—Pat Habiger, Spearville, Kansas

Nutty Mini Cheese Balls

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 06:41:50 GMT

Ranch salad dressing mix is the fast flavoring for these cute cheese balls. If your family isn't fond of nuts, roll them in minced fresh parsley, chopped ripe olives or finely shredded cheddar cheese.—Meta West, Abilene, Kansas

Peach-Filled Muffins

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 06:41:50 GMT

I altered an existing recipe to suit my family's taste and added the almond topping for a bit of crunch. For a change of taste with equally great results, use cherry preserves.—Lisa Varner, Charleston, South Carolina