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In the new year, we all make promises or resolutions or just simply decide to do better. Eating better is something that isn’t entirely measurable, but one thing that is measurable is something like, “I will make dinner using whole foods at home at least 3-4 days per week.”

To help make this pleasurable and tasty, I recommend being inventive or utilizing tried and true recipes from cookbooks. Recently, I’ve been getting my recipes from The Skinnytaste Cookbook: Light on Calories, Big on Flavor which aligns with my goal!








I love cooking,  but I also do need inspiration sometimes. The Skinnytaste Cookbook Light on Calories, Big on Flavor Cookbook has a nice selection of recipes and almost all of them are based on whole food recipes.

About this cookbook:

The Skinnytaste Cookbook: Light on Calories, Big on Flavor by Gina Homolka, has 150 amazing recipes with around 100 great pictures (I didn’t count but I’d say most recipes have a photo) to show what you’re supposed to be making! It includes both all-time family favorites as well as some all new recipes that allow you to have your favorite meals, but without all of the calories. This cookbook is written by a popular blogger whose readers definitely enjoy good recipes along with the commentary! She has a registered dietitian as a coauthor of the book, which helps me know they’ve been verified as wholesome. The goal is to enjoy your meals, the taste and variety without excess calories.

Recipes I’ve tried from Skinnytaste Light on Calories Cookbook

One of the best ways to know if a cookbook is good is to try their recipes. I tried a handful now and so far, so good. I recommend the following recipes from  The Skinnytaste Cookbook :

• Make-ahead Western Omelette Muffins
• Greek-a-licious Egg White Omelet
• Winter Potato, Kale, and Sausage Frittata
• Loaded “Nacho” Potato Skins
• Noodle-Less Zucchini Lasagna
• Mahi Mahi Fish Tacos

The recipes are really easy to follow and manageable for a busy family. While a few recipes are for the more adventurous palate, most can be made for the average family. While some kids (and adults) are pickier than others, I believe if you offer good, wholesome food options as the norm, your family will love them in the long run. (Plus it is healthier!)

I’m sharing the Chicken Marsala recipe with you because, in all honesty, I know it is well received by most everyone. I know my whole family loved this recipe!

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