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"This is a traditional south Texas recipe. It freezes well and it is YUMMY!"

Ingredients: corn tortillas, 98% fat-free cream of chicken soup...

"Even though my family doesn't really like ssquash, they LOVE this casserole and often request it instead of potatoes! It's secret ingredient, nutmeg, adds a really different flavor combination that is a real people pleaser! It freezes well, so I always keep one on hand for potluck suppers or picnics. The original recipe, which I have modified..."

Ingredients: egg substitute, eggs...

"You know the John Wayne Chile Relleno casserole? The rich, eggy, cheesy one that everyone always loves? Well - it's yummy but it's fattening! Here's a delicious lower fat variation that yields a similar casserole with no guilt! Utilizes reduced fat cheese, sour cream and egg substitute for pretty darn good results!"

Ingredients: chunky salsa, cilantro...

"A nice, different way to make tortellini. Good for potlucks."

Ingredients: cilantro, diced green chilies...

"We LOVE this recipe, even DH, who hates fish. It's from "Favorite Recipes from Quilters." Prep time approximate."

Ingredients: fresh parsley, lemon juice...

"My favorite mashed potatoes to prepare for Thanksgiving. Adapted from Taste of Home and eaten many times over the years to raves from the family. Easy to make ahead and travel with if necessary as well."

Ingredients: cream cheese, low-fat sour cream...

"Adapted from Southern Living. This is very different from the usual green bean casseroles out there. I prefer sweet onions such as Walla Walla or Vidalia, but ordinary cooking onions are fine too. French style green beans are regular green beans that have been thinly sliced. If all you have is the regular kind, simply slice them into thin strips with..."

Ingredients: corn, sliced almonds...

"This is adapted from an old Pennsylvania Dutch casserole to fit my ballet diet:) It is extremely good, low fat and has no "empty calories"- everything fits into the AHA/Diabetic Exchange system. Original credit goes to Rachel Sitler of Berwick, PA for a great, versatile recipe. 1 additional cup of tomato juice can be substituted for tomatoes..."

Ingredients: eggplants, McCormick's salt-free all-purpose seasoning...

"Another wonderful recipe from my favorite award-winning cookbook and a great way to create a colorful and tasty concoction while using up some of your fresh garden vegetables. Nice vegetarian main meal for two or side dish for four. Be sure to use a shallow casserole so vegetables are tender in allotted time. Note that this may be prepared a couple..."

Ingredients: dry white wine, low-fat sharp cheddar cheese...

"This is from my beloved Betty Crocker cookbook, and it is such a favorite that I want to share it with everybody! It's also a GREAT use for those tortilla chip bits at the bottom of the bag! I've "healthed it up" a bit, but you would never guess from the flavor and the servings are huge! The cookbook says this is 345 cals per serving,..."

Ingredients: reduced-fat cheddar cheese, green onions...

"From Parade Magazine: Looks terrible but taste absolutely awesome!! Easy to make and quick to get eaten."

Ingredients: eggs, frozen spinach...

"You can also use 1 tsp of chili powder in place of the onion powder, and substitute a Mexican cheese blend for the cheddar- For a Mexican taste. Or, to go for something more Italian, use 1 tsp Italian seasoning in place of the onion powder, and use 1/3 cup shredded Parmesan for the cheddar."

Ingredients: frozen vegetables, 98% fat-free cream of chicken soup...

"If you like Mexican food you'll love this recipe! It's a little extra work but well worth it. Make it as hot or as mild as you like."

Ingredients: ground cumin, chopped tomatoes...

Ingredients: pepper, 98% fat-free cream of chicken soup...