Made with baking soda, cocoa powder, sugar substitute, margarine, water, skim milk, eggs, egg whites, vanilla extract
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
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Sugar Free Ketchup
It's crazy how much sugar is in commercially made ketchup. This homemade variety is sugar-free, and fresher tasting too.
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Sugar Free Fat Free Sweetened Condensed Milk
No fat or sugar in this version of homemade sweetened condensed milk
Time: 2-5 hours
Sugar Free Applesauce
Packaged applesauce is usually packed with high fructose corn syrup, but this homemade version is plenty flavorful without all the added sugar.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Low-Fat Chicken and Mushroom Quiche
This healthy recipe has a lot to love--mushrooms, diced chicken, and shallots with tarragon all together in an egg mixture baked up in a crispy crust.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
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Diabetic Pecan Pie
This diabetic-friendly, low-sugar pecan pie is astoundingly good. This recipe preserves that ooey-gooey inside and fulfills a rich, sweet fantasy.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Quick Sugar-Free Coconut Cream Pie
Sugar-free vanilla pudding mix makes for a guilt-free pie. Toasted coconut flakes provide an attractive and flavorful topping; add a dash of coconut extract for some...
Time: 1-2 hours
Crispy Cheddar Frico (Fried Cheese Crisps)
Simple cheese crisps made with just one ingredient: cheese! A great low carb snack which can be eaten plain, topped with ingredients nacho-style, or used as...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Make Your Own Low Sodium Soy Sauce Substitute
This soy substitute is great if you're gluten free or just trying to cut down on the salt. This recipe gives you all the umami with none of the sodium.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Zero Calorie Salad Dressing
Quick and easy vinegar-based dressing thrown onto salad gives plenty of zing without all the sneaky calories and fat that really add up in most traditional dressings.
Time: 30-60 minutes
Diabetic Cherry Pie
This cherry pie is the perfect dessert for those with a sweet tooth and dietary restrictions. It's a delicious dessert that everyone can enjoy.
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie With Rice Krispies Crust
A slice of this peanut butter and chocolate pudding pie is decadent enough that you won't even notice you're skipping out on all those calories.
Time: 1-2 hours
Carrot Tofu Cake
Finally, a cake that balances sweetness with nutrition, this carrot tofu cake makes the most of whole wheat and shredded carrots while infusing moist richness with applesauce and tofu.
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Low Fat Salisbury Steak
Who says you can't enjoy Salisbury steak on a diet? This low-fat version is here to change the game, one lean, savory patty at a time.
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Sugar-Free Cherry Crisp
This from-scratch dessert is a real treat for anyone watching their sugar intake. It definitely doesn't taste sugar-free!
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Low-Fat Chicken Enchiladas
When you think of enchiladas, it's a gooey, cheesy, decidedly not low-fat picture that comes to mind, right? Doesn't have to be. Keep the cheesy and keep the gooey with this...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Low Sodium Baking Mix
Cooking on a low sodium diet? This versatile low sodium baking mix can be used for a variety of baked goods such as pancakes, waffles, and muffins, and is a great alternative to...
Time: under 30 minutes
Pork Rind Pizza Crust
Low carbers know that pork rinds are more than just for snacking. Ground up they make a great crumb coating or as in this case, a pizza crust!
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Baked Fish
This recipe works well with a wide variety of fish. We like a firm white fish such as tilapia, cod, or flounder. Adjust the cooking time as needed to account for the thickness of the fish.
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
12 Egg White Angel Food Cake
This classic 12-egg white angel food cake is light and fluffy, with a delicate flavor. Perfect for any special occasion.
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Sugar Free Lemon Meringue Pie
This lemon meringue pie is a delicious dessert that is perfect for those on a sugar-free diet. The lemon filling is tart and refreshing, while the meringue topping is...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Low Fat & Low Cholesterol Chocolate Cake
Baking doesn't always have to mean a sugar overload. This low-fat, low-cholesterol chocolate cake shows you can enjoy dessert without a hefty price tag for your...
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Skillet Shrimp
This dish features shrimp cooked in a flavorful blend of garlic, lemon juice, and spices, resulting in a quick and delicious seafood treat. Ideal for a speedy dinner or a tasty...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Weight Watchers Garden Vegetable Soup
Made with salt, dried oregano, carrot, onion, garlic, broth, cabbage, green beans, tomato paste, dried basil
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Diabetic Sweet Potato Pie
Made with ground nutmeg, pie crust, sugar substitute, sweet potatoes, eggs, margarine, flour, evaporated milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon
Method: oven
Time: 2-5 hours
This iconic whiskey is a "Jack of all trades" when it comes to cooking. Toss it in some pasta, as a savory dipping sauce, and even bake it into something sweet.
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Not to be confused with evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk is very sweet (and very sticky) and used primarily in desserts.