Fruit Parfait

This is a must try, a wonderfully light and healthy dessert.

Lemon Curd

My husband’s favorite flavor is lemon. We have been together 33 years and every year I have made him a different lemon dessert…

Z2 Chicken and Eggplant Stacks (EASY and QUICK)

This is super flavorful. Tastes just like chicken parmesan without the cheese. Don’t be afraid of eggplant. This stuff is…

Butternut Squash Fries

You will not believe how easy these are to make and how wonderful they taste! Once you start eating these “fries” you’ll never…

Fresh Berry Pie Filling

This makes a super simple dessert that tastes so authentic. This can work for ZReduction or you can add the crust and make tarts…

Almond Flour Pie Crust (or Tart Crust)

This is a pretty popular low carb pie crust recipe. I adjusted it to Zolafy it. Be sure to get some of the new sugar substitute.…

Zippy Scallion Onion Salad

This recipe is designed for your barbecue needs. Of course you can eat it with anything but I had the Korean BBQ Sauce in mind…

Oshkosh Guacamole

Add zip to your chip with Dieter Carolyn's version of guacamole. The secret she says is using lime instead of lemon!

Shrimp with Jalapeno Vinaigrette

This will make a beautiful meal for a high summer night. Can be served as an intimate dinner for two or multiplied for company.…

Cucumber “Sandwiches”

The humble cucumber strongly stands in for bread in this protein packed lunch staple. Crunchy. Wonderful. And it is so much…

Spinach Sauteed with Garlic and Chopped Tomato

This is quick cooking at its best…or novice cooking for those who are just discovering their talents in the kitchen.

Crunchy Top Cod

This dish takes no time at all. All you have to do is crust it and toss it in your oven. Come back later, and your entrée is…

Spicy-Sweet Green Bean Medley

Add this zippy side dish to your favorite piece of protein for a vitamin packed veggie punch.

Grilled Peaches with Cinnamon Butter Sauce

I adapted this recipe for Plan Z from one of Bobby Flay’s ideas. I love a good grilled peach in the summer. Even if you have a…

Chocolate Peanut Butter Squares

Think peanut butter cups. The sugar has all but been taken out of these little treats. And that’s the operative word. Little.…

My Mom’s Meatloaf

This is very close to my mother's meatloaf recipe. I used to serve this with mashed potatoes and corn when I wanted comfort food.…

Sauteed Purple Cabbage and Pea Pods

This side dish comes together in a snap. The vibrant purples and greens of the cabbage and pea pods make a boring dish pop.

Beef Stroganoff

You can have your stroganoff and eat it too! Most stroganoff recipes are served over rice or a big pile of noodles. You don’t…

Chicken Enchilada Lasagna

Dieter and KLSS Star 106 DJ Harry O stopped by Plan Z headquarters this weekend. Harry, who's lost 150 pounds on Plan Z, brought…

Quick Grilled Chicken and Veggies 4 Ways

This simply grilled chicken dish can be prepared in a variety of different styles--from French and Italian to Mexican and Asian.…

Ricotta Cream with Strawberry Compote

Aka VP Anger's 65th Birthday Dessert. This super-simple, light and dreamy dessert is easy enough for a weeknight treat and fancy…

Kickin Chicken Meatloaf

Get ready to 'kick' up your dinner with this recipe from Dieter Rebecca. She used a combination of ground chicken and Italian…

Steamed Salmon with Asparagus, Snow Peas, and Spinach

Thanks to Dieter Brian of WVJS Breakfast Bunch for sending us his take on a simple spring salmon recipe.

Mexican Chicken Salad (SUPER EASY)

You don’t even have to cook to make this dish! It’s just pick apart a chicken, chop up the veggies and stir the ingredients…