Why this recipe?  I thoroughly enjoy a good burger, but I could do without all the calories and fat!  A turkey burger is certainly healthier,  but they can be really bland and dried out!

The Flip:

• Removed 28 grams of fat by using ground turkey breast.
• Used stronger flavors to create a Tuscan Burger with a kick—because ground turkey can be very bland!
• Grilled the burgers over lower heat—turkey burgers will easily dry out.
• Added egg for extra moisture.
• Basted the burgers with a marinade during the grilling/cooking process.
• No need for cheese on top—it's built into the burger for added moisture.

My thoughts:  Feel free to double the recipe and freeze the extra turkey patties—they make a easy meal.  I layer the patties between wax paper and place the extra marinade in a small bag; after that, everything fits perfectly into a large freezer bag.

I plan to try this recipe with extra lean ground beef, too.  Either way, the Tuscan flavors will make for wonderful burgers!

Why this recipe?  If I'm going to break the rules and eat high calorie food, Lasagna is one of my favorites! A dinner size portion of Lasagna at my favorite Italian restaurant is approximately 21 points—almost a day's worth of points! That's why Lasagna is a perfect Flip2Tasty challenge.  

The Flip:   The first thing I replaced was the pasta.  By using Barilla Classic Blue Box Oven-Ready Pasta sheets I cut the calories, fat, carbs and points in half!  You'll be surprised by the excellent quality of this pasta product by Barilla.

Next, I used my Flip2Tasty Italian Turkey Sausage (99% fat-free) in place of normal Italian Sausage.  Instead of preparing a time-consuming homemade red sauce, I used Prego Light Smart, traditional sauce; it adds incredible flavor.

However, I didn't change the most important part of the Lasagna—cheese!!  I mixed a large flavorful bowl of cheeses and herbs for spreading between layers.


My kitchen smelled amazing while the lasagna was baking.  It was bubbling hot and loaded with gooey Mozzarella cheese when I pulled it out of the oven.  My family loved this lasagna dinner—score one for Mom!




My thoughts:  I make my Italian Turkey Sausage in advance and keep it in our freezer so it's ready for any recipe—like my Italian Turkey Sausage Sandwich!  

When serving lasagna, I drizzle red sauce over each piece—YUM!  It's wonderful to know this healthy and low-point Lasagna made my family think they were eating the original recipe!  This recipe freezes well for quick and delicious meals when you need them.

Check out the point-value of my Flip2Tasty dinner size portion of Lasagna.  Also, take a moment and sign up to follow Flip2Tasty.com so you can let me know what you think!  Enjoy.

Why this recipe?  I really enjoy a great Italian Sausage but I'm not willing to consume 35g of fat per serving!  My Italian Turkey Sausage is the perfect alternative.

The Flip:  This recipe is really easy to prepare.  I used  99% fat free ground turkey with all the herbs you find in a great Italian sausage. FYI—it's important to give the sausage 24 hours in the refrigerator to let the flavors come together.


If you're not making meatballs, the trick to a delicious Italian Sausage is to bake it.  My kitchen smelled amazing!  It comes out of the pan juicy and ready to tear or cut into perfect pieces for Red Sauce, Lasagna, or your favorite Italian recipe.


My thoughts:  If you leave the Italian Sausage in a block, it can easily be frozen and stacked in your freezer. My Italian Turkey Sausage is so tasty that you'll forget it's healthy and low in points!  Give it a try and let me know your thoughts.  Enjoy!

Why this recipe?  When I think of comfort food, nothing compares to a homemade Chicken Pot Pie!  My recipe is healthy, easy to prepare, and hard to resist when it's fresh out of the oven!

The Flip:  Instead of a double pie crust, I used a thick and flavorful biscuit topping—but not just any biscuit—a Cheddar Bay Biscuit, Red Lobster style!  Also, there is no added butter or salt in this recipe.  You can easily make a Turkey or Beef Pot Pie by changing the stock and replacing the chicken with your choice of meat.




My thoughts:  White wine was a special ingredient in my Chicken Pot Pie—the wine is subtle and gives this dish a wonderful flavor for some lucky company!  You can certainly use stock in place of the wine if you prefer.  Pot pies are very flexible—any veggie you have available can be added to the recipe!  Enjoy.

Each Thanksgiving I find my self wondering, "what will I do with my leftover Turkey?" I've found that there's nothing better than a easy crock pot full of chili—especially after a long day of shopping!  

This chili is full of turkey and beans so it's rich in protein, and because of that I concentrated on flipping the sodium level.  I managed to cut over 3000 mg of sodium.  To save time, I used canned Northern White Beans making sure to take extra time to rinse away the huge amount of sodium in the beans.  If you prefer, you can use dry beans--soak them over night and proceed as instructed by recipe.

The layers of flavors with a subtle hint of smokiness make this a chili worth trying.  Adjust the herbs and spices to your liking and make sure to comment with your ideas!  Enjoy.

If you want something beyond the same old Holiday Turkey this year, look no further than my stuffed turkey breasts.  I designed this recipe using various savory flavors that come together to create an incredible dish!  This recipe is healthy, low on points, and easy to make.

These butterflied turkey breasts are topped with a rich turkey sausage stuffing made with my Master Mix Breadcrumbs.  My breadcrumbs are filled with cheese, herbs and garlic!  When I work with store bought turkey sausage I add additional herbs to enhance the flavor of the sausage.  I also topped the turkey breasts with bacon to keep them moist.

With a meal like this I can indulge my cravings and watch my weight at the same time!  Check out the recipe and let me know what you think.  Enjoy.

People typically describe my Sage Turkey Gravy with one word—amazing!  The rich stock is full of flavor, and (for anyone looking for something extra) I round out the flavor with a hint of Sage and Rosemary.  This gravy is quick and easy to prepare—it will look perfect placed on your Thanksgiving table along with my Delicious Sausage Bread Stuffing.

To flip the original Sage Turkey Gravy recipe, I first reduced the flour needed by adding corn starch.  Next, I cut back on butter, which lowered the recipe's fat and point-value.  I also used one quarter of the salt along with a naturally low-sodium stock.  The end result is a smooth, flavorful, and creamy gravy!

Why wait for the holidays?  I know I'll make this gravy throughout the year!  Enjoy.

When I was a little, I traveled to Colorado every summer to visit my Aunt and Uncle.  I can still remember my Uncle Dick standing in the kitchen making his incredible Italian sausage sandwiches.  We would gobble them up almost as fast as he could make them!  This is my healthier, flipped version in honor of my Uncle.

I wasn't sure what the results would be using herbs and spices for normal Italian sausage in ground turkey instead of pork.  I was thrilled with the results!  It beats the store brand in flavor and nutrition.   I definitely plan on freezing some for future recipes!

I compared an average Italian sausage sandwich to my flipped Italian turkey sausage version and here's what I discovered:

Instead of 700 calories, mine has 298 calories.  Instead of 42g of fat, mine has 5g of fat.  Instead of 46g of carbs, mine has 25g of carbs.  Are you ready for this?  Instead of 2230mg of sodium, mine has 636mg of sodium!!

Many of you are familiar with the type of bread I used just by looking at the picture.  So, you have an idea of the size of this easy to make sandwich.  It's more like a Quarter pound burger made with Italian sausage!

Of course, you can't call a sandwich "Italian" without real Provolone cheese.  Click on the recipe and take at look at the special ingredient I used.  Enjoy!

Are you ready for easy-to-make, crispy Italian chicken?  Along with Flipped Italian-style Breadcrumbs, it only requires two ingredients.  Don't forget, real Parmesan cheese and fresh basil are included in the breadcrumbs...Mamma Mia!

We had this for dinner yesterday evening and my youngest (our picky one) asked,"when are you going to make these again, Mom?"  I knew I had a winner.  Especially after he went back for seconds!

There's so many times I'll glance at a recipe and think, "that looks good," and never do another thing with it.  Do you find yourself doing this?  I built Flip2Tasty wanting low points (I'm watching my weight), easy to prepare recipes (work and school have started), and healthy substitute ingredients...without compromising flavor.

Take a look at the recipe.  I hope this becomes one of your family favorites...enjoy!