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How to Make Grilled Stuffed Jalapeños

The rich and creamy combination of bacon, cream cheese, and cheddar unite w...
The rich and creamy combination of bacon, cream cheese, and cheddar unite with grilled jalapeño peppers to bring an irresistible pop of flavor to your next party.    View Recipe: Grilled Stuffed Jalapeños

How to Make Crunchy Homemade Sweet Potato Chips

When the chip craving strikes, look no further than these healthy, homemade...
When the chip craving strikes, look no further than these healthy, homemade chips. With just a few ingredients and 15 minutes, you'll have a delicious, salty snack that clocks in at less than 50 calories and 1g of fat per serving! View Recipe: Microwave Sweet Potato Chips

100-Calorie Chocolate Peanut Butter Swirls

When rich dark chocolate meets creamy peanut butter, you've got a match mad...
When rich dark chocolate meets creamy peanut butter, you've got a match made in heaven. Pop these out of the freezer when chocolate cravings hit, or serve ’em up to guests as a quick yet crowd-pleasing dessert. View Recipe: Chocolate Peanut Butter SwirlsSee More: 100-Calorie Chocolate Treats

How to Bake with Whole Grains and Nut Flours

Avoid brick-like baked goods with these substitution guidelines for baking ...
Avoid brick-like baked goods with these substitution guidelines for baking with whole grains. See More: 4 Tips to Baking with More Whole Grains

Breakfast

Squash Egg-in-the-Hole

Remember that childhood breakfast favorite, a piece of toast with an egg co...
Remember that childhood breakfast favorite, a piece of toast with an egg cooked into its cutout center? Well, try this stunning grown-up twist that replaces the bread with baked slices of acorn squash. The natural hole where the seeds once were is just waiting to be filled with an egg. This is a simple, company-worthy brunch dish that’s as easy to make for a dozen guests as it is to make for just you and your family. Don’t worry, the kids will also love the sweet squash paired with the rich egg—not to mention the crisp bacon crumbled over the whole thing. Mornings are looking sunny-side up!

How to Make Prosciutto-Melon Toast

Salty prosciutto and sweet melon combine for this satisfying toast that wor...
Salty prosciutto and sweet melon combine for this satisfying toast that works well for breakfast or brunch. View Recipe: Prosciutto-Melon Toast

Lunch

How to Make Cobb Salad with Green Goddess Dressing

Learn how to make a lighter version of this classic salad, while still keep...
Learn how to make a lighter version of this classic salad, while still keeping your favorite ingredients (like bacon and blue cheese)! View Recipe: Cobb Salad with Green Goddess Dressing

Naturally Delicious: Pressed Cuban Sandwiches

Learn how to make a lunchtime favorite sandwich for a delicious, budget-fri...
Learn how to make a lunchtime favorite sandwich for a delicious, budget-friendly meal in no time. Similar Recipe: Cuban SandwichesSee More: Superfast Sandwiches

Easy School Lunch Ideas

With both whole grain and gluten-free options, these easy school lunches pr...
With both whole grain and gluten-free options, these easy school lunches provide the nutrition you like and the taste your kids love. See More: Healthy Lunch Box Ideas

Snacks

100-Calorie Chocolate Snacks

Satisfy your sweet tooth with these tiny treats that pack a punch of chocol...
Satisfy your sweet tooth with these tiny treats that pack a punch of chocolatey goodness in every single bite. See More: 100-Calorie Chocolate Treats

How to Make Salt and Vinegar Zucchini Chips

Light and crunchy, with the tang of vinegar and a sprinkling of sea salt, t...
Light and crunchy, with the tang of vinegar and a sprinkling of sea salt, these zucchini chips will make you forget all about potato chips. Get the Recipe: Salt and Vinegar Zucchini Chips

Dinner

How to Cook Caribbean Pork Chops with Mango Salsa

The smoky-spicy rub on the pork pairs perfectly with sweet mango salsa. Fin...
The smoky-spicy rub on the pork pairs perfectly with sweet mango salsa. Find great Your Way tips throughout the video to customize this dish just for your family.View Recipe: Pork Chops with Caribbean Rub and Mango Salsa

Lighter Fried Chicken

With a crunchy outside and succulent inside, there’s no doubt that this cla...
With a crunchy outside and succulent inside, there’s no doubt that this classic dish is an American favorite. But it's loaded with calories and saturated fat. Here's how to make fried chicken lighter without sacrificing that wonderful crunch. View Recipe: Oven-Fried ChickenSee More: Oven-Fried Chicken Recipes

Desserts

2-Ingredient Banana Bread Cookies

Easily customizable, and perfectly portioned, these little banana bread bit...
Easily customizable, and perfectly portioned, these little banana bread bites make the perfect grab-and-go snack or afternoon treat. Did we mention they're gluten-free and only 40 calories each? View Recipe: 2-Ingredient Banana Bread Cookies

How to Make Strawberry Cheesecake Pops

Decadent strawberry cheesecake just got a healthy twist thanks to fresh str...
Decadent strawberry cheesecake just got a healthy twist thanks to fresh strawberry puree and a creamy Greek yogurt-cream cheese mixture. Powder with graham cracker crumbs for a grab-and-go version of the classic dessert. Get the Recipe: Strawberry Cheesecake Pops

Sinful Double-Chocolate Cookies (Kind of)

Achieve that rich gooey, creamy cookie center that you love with for less t...
Achieve that rich gooey, creamy cookie center that you love with for less than 100 calories each. View Recipe: Double-Chocolate Cookies

Insanely Easy Ice Cream Sandwiches

Food & Wine Test Kitchen whiz Justin Chapple demos a genius trick for makin...
Food & Wine Test Kitchen whiz Justin Chapple demos a genius trick for making easy ice cream sandwiches. See More Mad Genius Tips

Weight Loss

Salt Savvy

Maximize flavor without going overboard on sodium. Here's how.
Maximize flavor without going overboard on sodium. Here's how.

5 Healthy Baking Swaps

If you love brownies, cookies and cakes but don't love all the extra fat an...
If you love brownies, cookies and cakes but don't love all the extra fat and calories, then we've got a deal for you. Boost the nutrition of your favorite baked goods with these healthy swaps. See More: Lighter DessertsSee More: 4 Tips to Baking with More Whole Grains

Healthy Fats

Learn all about the best (and worst) fats for your health.
Learn all about the best (and worst) fats for your health.

Tips and Tricks

How to Cook Eggplant

Whether you're roasting, grilling, or pan-frying eggplant, we have great te...
Whether you're roasting, grilling, or pan-frying eggplant, we have great techniques for perfecting this silky purple veggie. See More: Eggplant Recipes

Quick Tip: Temperature Taking

Food Editor Ann Taylor Pittman shows a quick, easy way to check on your roa...
Food Editor Ann Taylor Pittman shows a quick, easy way to check on your roast.
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