Kid friendly American recipes with 400 or fewer calories

Potato Sandwich Buns

Soft and fluffy buns for burgers, hot dogs, and other sandwiches.

Oven Fried Chicken Thighs

This is a healthier alternative to fried chicken. Flavorful, crispy and crunchy- this is a perfect family dinner!

Green Chicken Chili

This isn't your thick beans and meat sort of chili, but it is absolutely delicious. Think a cross between a soup and a traditional chili. It's…

Banana Apple Loaf

Apple Custard Pie with Oatmeal Crust

Adapted from: Vegetarian Times Magazine. This is a simple and delicious dessert. Enjoy and Have Love in…

Polly's Crackers

I found this recipe in a "Handed Down" recipe book my mom gave me... This is a very simple snack to make for your family or to take along anywhere!…

Grilled Asian Pork Loin

We had a BBQ party today and served pork loin with two different types of marinade. This one was universally loved. It has a wonderful sweet and…

Zucchini Blueberry Bread

This is a good master recipe that you can modify to meet your taste and dietary needs. My kids love it.

Simple pan fried trout

We use this recipe for both pan fried trout and Kokanee salmon. We recently caught some Kokanee up at Lake Tahoe and made this dish. It is super…

Greek Yogurt Pancakes

I am not messing around here - these are really good pancakes! They are light and fluffy and moist and they might even be kind of good for you…

Old-Fashioned, Homemade Lemonade

During those hot summer days, this drink will quench your thirst!

Easy Pan Fried Tomatoes

This recipe is incredibly easy and really tasty. We're healthy eaters, so frying tomatoes isn't the first thing that comes to mind. But you have…

Buttermilk Dinner Rolls

Fluffy, soft yeast rolls. Will freeze well.

Miso Mayo dip

Healthier, lower fat dip yet flavorful! Easy to make dip, perfect for vegetable sticks.

Flavorful Grilled Shrimp

This is a classic grilled shrimp recipe originally from Craig Clairborne's NYT cookbook, then adapted by Ina Garten, and then finally perfected by…