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Iced Tea, Lightened Up

raspberry iced tea
A tall glass of iced tea is perfect for chilling — and rehydrating — in the summer heat. You can make a large batch in no time (please, none of that powdered stuff!), but knowing what to put in it is the important part. Here are some tips and recipes you might to try.

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Burgers, Lightened Up

Turkey Burger
Spring and summer are prime time for burgers — they’re so perfect for cookouts. Today is actually National Burger Day, and what better way to celebrate than with a few tips and recipes. Whether you like beef, poultry or veggies, there’s a patty out there for you. Here are some ways to build a lighter — but still yummy — sandwich.

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Egg Salad, Lightened Up


Egg salad is a classic sandwich stuffer, but with gobs of mayo mixed in, it can be high in fat, cholesterol and calories. Try these new takes on the traditional recipe.

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Cupcakes, Lightened Up

Cupcake
They may come in pretty little packages, but cupcake calories can sure get ugly. Here are some lighter ways to enjoy these tasty pastries.

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Baked Ham, Lightened Up

Ham

When I used to teach at a culinary school, my bonus each year was a ham (I know, a ham!). Baked ham can be healthy, but it can also be a sugar and sodium disaster. Avoid the common pitfalls and create a healthier main course for your holiday feast — or for dinner any time of year.

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Mashed Potatoes, Lightened Up

Mashed Potatoes
I love mashed potatoes — garlic-flavored, sweet potatoes, chunky, skin-left-in or just the plain old creamy ones. Alas, most recipes call for tons of butter and that means loads of calories and fat. Thankfully, there are workarounds.

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Chicken Pot Pie, Lightened Up

Chicken Pot Pie
Sure, spring is here, but if you’re in the northeast like us, warmer days are still to come. Take advantage of these last few chilly nights with this hearty, one-pot classic.

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Cheesecake, Lightened Up

Cheesecake

Velvety smooth, sweet and creamy, but with than 600 calories and 45 grams of fat per slice, can it be part of a healthy diet? Here’s how you can have your (cheese)cake and eat it too!

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Lasagna, Lightened Up

Lasagna Rolls
With meat, cheese and oodles of pasta, it’s no wonder this bad boy carries a hefty total of 1,000-plus calories per serving. But you can create a lasagna masterpiece that is leaner — and here’s how.

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  • Posted at 11:00 am
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Macaroni & Cheese, Lightened Up


I don’t know many people that would turn down mac and cheese, but we know all that cheese really ups the calories and fat. Here are some ways to enjoy the creamy goodness with less calories and the same — or more — flavor.

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