This recipe for Almond-Crusted Chicken Salad will not only provide the basis for a delicious meal but a healthy one with large amounts of calcium and other nutrients.Ingredients:1 egg white1 cup chopped almonds8 skinless boneless chicken tenders8 cups baby spinach leaves1 cup halved grape tomatoes1 cup diced cucumber1 cup cooked shelled edamameDressing:1 cup fat-free yogurt3 tablespoons light mayo...

If you've made a New Year's Resolution to loose weight this year -- try this low-cal recipe for Gingered Shrimp With Cashews and make every calorie delicious. Cutting 10 calories a day could help you lose 10 pounds in a year. Ingredients:1 pound uncooked deveined peeled medium shrimp ...

How would you like a "fast food fix" on the regular Steak 'n Shake Chocolate Malt Shake? The Discovery Health website has published a recipe developed by Devin Alexander that will save you 90 calories and 19g fat. Ingredients: 2 cups fat-free, sugar-free vanilla ice cream 1/2 cup light silken tofu 1/4 cup fat-free milk 3 tablespoons malted milk powder 2 tablespoons chocolate syrup 1/3...

This recipe for Banana Mini-Chip Muffins is a light and luscious muffin that could be served for breakfast or brunch.Ingredients:2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt3/4 cup light butter, softened1/3 cup Splenda® Sugar Blend 1/3 cup Splenda® Brown Sugar Blend, packed1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 medium ripe bananas, mashed1 large egg1 (12-ounce) package semi-sweet choco...

This recipe for Pineapple Plantain Muffins is a light and luscious muffin that could be served for breakfast or brunch.Ingredients:1 large ripe plantain 1/4 teaspoon light butter 1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon2 cups all-purpose flour plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 2 tablespoons light butter3/4 cup Splenda® Sugar Blend 1/3 cup Splenda®...

This recipe for Cheery Cherry Muffins is a light and luscious muffin that could be served for breakfast or brunch.Ingredients:1/2 pound fresh or frozen cherries, pitted1/4 cup margarine1/4 cup reduced-fat cream cheese1/2 cup Splenda® Granulated No Calorie Sweetener1 large egg2 cups self-rising flour, sifted1 cup nonfat milkDirections:1. Preheat oven to 400ºF. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper l...

This recipe for Miniature Apple Muffins is a light and luscious muffin that could be served for breakfast or brunch.Ingredients:3/4 cup Splenda® Granulated No Calorie Sweetener1 cup butter, softened2 teaspoons molasses2 large eggs1/3 cup apple juice concentrate, thawed2 teaspoons grated fresh lemon peel2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 teaspoon baking sod...

This recipe for Crispy French Toast is a light and luscious version of french toast that could be served for breakfast, brunch or anytime. After dipping the bread in egg mixture, it is dredged in crushed cornflake cereal and baked until crispy.Ingredients:1 cup 1% low-fat milk3/4 cup half and half1/2 cup Splenda® Granulated No Calorie Sweetener2 tablespoons vanilla extract4 large eggs6 thick slice...

This recipe for Lemon-Orange Walnut Bread is a light and luscious quick bread that could be served for breakfast or brunch.Ingredients:2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda2/3 cup 1% low-fat milk1 tablespoons lemon juice1-1/2 teaspoons freshly grated orange peel2 large eggs3/4 cup Splenda® Granulated No Calorie Sweetener1/2 cup butter, melted2 teaspoons vanilla e...

This recipe for Citrus Glazed Chicken with Almonds is a light and luscious way to prepare chicken in less than an hour.Ingredients:4 (4-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves3 tablespoons orange juice concentrate, thawed2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice½ cup chicken broth3 tablespoons Splenda® Granulated No Calorie Sweetener1½ teaspoons cornstarch1 tablespoon unsalted butter1 tablespoon cho...

This recipe for Chicken Cacciatore Over Pasta is a light and luscious way to prepare chicken in about 30 minutes.Ingredients:1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper1 (16-ounce) can chopped tomatoes, drained1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce2 tablespoons Splenda® Granulated No Calorie Sweetener1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning1/3 cup sliced r...

This recipe for Chili Vegetarian Style is a light and luscious way to prepare an all-time favorite chili.Ingredients:1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped1/2 cup chopped onion1-1/3 cups chopped red and yellow bell peppers6 teaspoons chili powder1-1/2 teaspoons paprika1/4 teaspoon garlic powder3/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper1/2 cup Splenda® Granulated No...

This recipe for Sweet Potato Casserole is a light and luscious way to prepare nutritious vegetables like sweet potatoes.Ingredients:4 medium sweet potatoes¾ cup Splenda® Granulated No Calorie Sweetener½ cup whole milk2 teaspoons grated orange peel¼ cup fresh orange juice2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 large egg, lightly beaten½ cup all-purpose flour3 tablespoons butter, melted1 cup panko breadcrumbs½...

This recipe for Spring Greens with Citrus Vinaigrette is a light and luscious way to prepare a nutritious salad.Ingredients:1 teaspoon cornstarch3 tablespoons Splenda® Granulated No Calorie Sweetener1/4 cup water2 teaspoons grated orange1 tablespoon fresh orange juice1 tablespoon fresh lime juice1/4 cup white wine vinegar1/2 cup canola oil1 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon ground white pepper5 ounces bab...

This recipe for Fluffy Carrot Soufflé is a light and luscious way to prepare nutritious vegetables like carrots.Ingredients:1 pound baby carrots2 cups water½ teaspoon salt¼ cup butter3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder¼ cup Splenda® Granulated No Calorie Sweetener3 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extractDirections:1. Preheat oven to 350ºF.2. Combine carrots, water, and salt in a ...

This recipe for Ginger Noodle Salad is a light and unique pasta salad.4 ounces dry spaghetti or capelliniDressing:1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger3 tablespoons Splenda® Granulated No Calorie Sweetener1 tablespoon ketchup1/4 cup lite soy sauce1/4 teaspoon Chinese chile paste (add more if you want it spicier)1 tablespoon water2 tablespoons fresh lime juice1 teaspoon sesame oil or vegetable oil2 cups...

This recipe for Saucepan Rice Pudding is a lighter version of the America's favorite rice pudding.Ingredients:3 cups whole milk1/4 cup Splenda® Granulated No Calorie Sweetener2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 cinnamon stick1 cup uncooked long-grain rice1 pinch salt1/4 cup raisins or mixed dried fruit2 tablespoons rum* or orange juice1 pinch nutmeg*For dietary purposes, please note that this recipe cont...

This recipe for Berry-Cherry Pie is a lighter version of the America's favorite cherry pie.Ingredients:1 (15-ounce) package refrigerated pie crusts1 (14.5-ounce) can pitted tart red cherries, undrained1 (12-ounce) package frozen raspberries, thawed1 cup fresh blueberries or frozen blueberries, thawed1 cup Splenda® Granulated No Calorie Sweetener1/4 cup cornstarch2 tablespoons butterOptional toppin...

Here's a lighter version of Tangy Coconut Tartlets which is a sweet and simple dessert recipe.Ingredients:1-1/2 cups sweetened flaked coconut1/4 cup Splenda® Granulated No Calorie Sweetener3/4 cup all-purpose flour2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 egg whites1 (3.4-ounce) package instant lemon pudding mix2 cups fat-free milk1 (8-ounce) tub fat-free frozen whipped topping, thawed1 tablespoon unsweetened ...

Here's a special recipe for a lighter version of Apple Cookies because it uses Splenda® Granulated No Calorie Sweetener.Ingredients:3/4 cup butter, softened1 cup Splenda® Granulated No Calorie Sweetener2 teaspoons freshly grated lemon peel2 teaspoons molasses2 large eggs1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce1/3 cup apple juice concentrate1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour2/3 cup old-fashioned oats1 teaspoon bak...

This recipe for S'Mores Campfire Pie is a lighter version of the all-time favorite campfire treat -- S'Mores.Filling:1/2 cup Splenda® Sugar Blend1/3 cup fat-free half and half1 teaspoon vanilla extract4 (1-ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate, chopped1 (9-inch) graham cracker crustMeringue:4 egg whites1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup Splenda® Sugar Blend1. Prepare Fill...

Here's a special recipe for a lighter version of Almond Cheesecake Bars. Enjoy!Crust:1/4 cup Splenda® Granulated No Calorie Sweetener1-1/4 cups graham cracker or vanilla wafer crumbs1/3 cup light butter, melted1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds, finely groundFilling:12 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese1/2 cup Splenda® Granulated No Calorie Sweetener2 large eggs1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream2-1/2 teaspoo...

Ingredients:1 tsp. baking powder1/2 tsp. salt1 cup butter or margarine, softened3/4 cup Splenda® Brown Sugar Blend, packed1 tsp. vanilla extract2 large eggs1 (11-ounce) package butterscotch flavored morsels, divided1/2 cup chopped pecansDirections:1. Preheat oven to 350ºF.2. Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in medium bowl. Set aside.3. Combine butter, Splenda® Brown Sugar Blend, and vanilla ...

Ingredients:8 ounces chopped dates3/4 cup lowfat 2% evaporated milk1 Tbsp. Splenda® Sugar Blend1 tsp. vanilla extract1 cup all-purpose flour3/4 cup quick-cooking oats1/2 tsp. baking soda1/2 tsp. salt1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened1/4 cup Splenda® Brown Sugar Blend, packedDirections:1. Preheat oven to 400ºF. Spray an 8x8-inch square baking pan with nonstick cooking spr...

This recipe for Peanut Butter and Jelly Bites is an easy no-bake sweet treat that makes two servings quickly. The children will be pleased and they could even help prepare them in about 10 minutes.Peanut Butter Balls:1 stick Splenda® No Calorie Sweetener Flavors for Coffee, Caramel1 stick Splenda® No Calorie Sweetener Flavors for Coffee, French Vanilla1 Tbsp. sugar-free cocoa mix1 Tbsp. graham cra...

Here's a special recipe that does not use sugar for the traditional favorite of Peanut Butter Cookies. It will probably take you less than half an hour to take this delightful cookie from the oven. Enjoy this kid pleaser!Ingredients:¼ cup margarine, softened1 cup creamy peanut butter¼ cup egg substitute2 Tbsp. honey½ tsp. vanilla extract1 cup Splenda® No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated1½ cups all-pu...

It's a miracle! We slashed half the calories, but kept all the yum! Tasting is believing.Ingredients:1 package (4 serving size) fat-free, sugar-free instant chocolate pudding mix1-3/4 cups fat-free milk1 teaspoon vanilla1/2 of an 8-ounce package reduced-fat cream cheese (Neofchâtel), softened1/2 of an 8-ounce container frozen light whipped dessert topping, thawed1 6-ounce chocolate-flavor crumb pi...

Ingredients:1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 cup butter or margarine, softened1/2 cup creamy or chunky peanut butter1/2 cup Splenda® Sugar Blend1/2 cup Splenda® Brown Sugar Blend, packed1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 large egg1-1/3 cups Nestle® Toll House® Peanut Butter & Milk Chocolate MorselsDirections:1. Preheat oven to 375ºF.2. Combine flour and baking soda in small bowl. S...

Ingredients:3/4 cup butter, softened1 cup Splenda® No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated2 teaspoons freshly grated lemon peel2 teaspoons molasses2 large eggs1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce1/3 cup apple juice concentrate1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour2/3 cup old-fashioned oats1 teaspoon baking soda1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 cup diced fresh apples1/2 cup raisinsDirections:1. P...