People love to ask the question, 'Why don't French women get fat?' And the answer has been explained in many different ways, but we would sum it up in terms of cultural norms - how they eat, when they eat, what they eat, food quality, and how they behave when they've eaten too much. That's where this recipe comes from. We have it on decent authority that when many French women overindulge, they will take a weekend and eat, 'Magical Leek Broth,' to undo the damage. Is it true? Who knows. But it's tasty! While we wouldn't recommend a full weekend only eating leek broth, we do see the value in a light and gentle broth-based soup when you're feeling the need for something simple.

Add your choice of veggies, chicken, or fish if you desire, not to mention herbs or spice. There's value in simple staples. Dress it up as you like. But here's the basic simple soup because it's too culturally interesting to leave out.

Sweet potatoes and lean ground beef are the base for this delicious chili. Onions, peppers, fire-roasted tomatoes, cumin, chili, and garlic bring up the rear. Shared with us by a bikini challenge coach, this was fast one of our favorites. Dig in, girls!

This high-protein, creamy Greek soup whisks you away to Athens with every lemony-Dill mouthful. The unique ingredient combo brings protein from chicken and eggs together with a garlicky citrus broth, paired with PCOS-friendly Shiratki rice for fullness and satisfaction. Goodbye hunger! Kaliméra satisfaction!

Whether you're looking for a leaner chili that ticks the spice and savory boxes or something cozy to sink into for the night, our white chicken chili is a favorite. Top with plain yogurt to cool the spice and cilantro for extra zing.

Not everyone wants their protein-rich oat bran served sweet each and every day. Try your oats savory as presented here for an experience similar to morning grits or dinner rice. This recipe is very mild. Flavor comes exclusively from the roasted red pepper and scallion. So, if you enjoy these 2 ingredients, this may be your new favorite brekkie. If you're looking for a bit more zip, add feta, fat-free parmesan, or drizzle with olive oil. Just be sure to log the additional calories.

Simple and light, this herby lemon-scented chicken soup goes straight into your bones to soothe you through and through. Add more shirataki rice or noodles to make it hearty, or leave it out altogether for a more broth-like variety.

This hearty bean and turkey soup is perfect for a day when you're already close to meeting your protein quota. The greens are just the 'roughage' your digestive tract is calling for and you will enjoy every delicious bite.

Using almond milk instead of water gives oat bran more richness. Blueberries add delightful interest, but with the addition of the orange zest, this protein-laden breakfast becomes something really special.

We add protein powder to lots of our breakfasts and snacks to up the protein count, but not this one. Here, you're getting all your protein from egg whites, resulting in a lighter breakfast bowl. Top with berries and dig in.

Avocado brings smooth hedonism to almost any breakfast. The sheer variety of this simple morning meal with minimal prep will start you off smiling.

This is a simple recipe we use again and again. The reason is also simple. Cabbage is a miracle vegetable. You get an absolute TON of bulk for very little calories. So you can stuff your tummy like a goop! And give it a semi-spicy flair with grainy Dijon mustard. Tasty and calorie-cutting!

Summertime calls for a cold dessert and these healthy popsicles will keep you enjoying freezer sweets with everybody else. Lovely layers of yogurt, berries, and oats will put a summer smile on your face.

Parfaits are all about presentation. They're fun to make to see if you can get the layers perfectly separate. But whether you do or your don't, it tastes great all the same.

New and inventive ways to get your veggies is our daily charge. This is one of the highlights in our collection. It is divine. 

Beef, onions, carrots, and broth. This recipe serves 8. It's a bit higher-calorie than many of our dishes, so take care to watch your portion size. Perfect for those fall and winter months.

The difference between a flan and crem brûlée is the runny caramel sauce. Vanilla protein, vanilla extract, vanilla sauce, vanilla extravaganza!

In addition to being a delightful treat day snack, these no-bake cookies are a huge life-saver when you're on the verge of wrecking your progress and NEEEEED something sweet during the week. Whip up a batch. They're super fast. We find after eating about half a cookie, the cravings calm and we're good to go. Nice to have on hand for emergencies. ;)

Almonds give a different texture to these green beans and Parmesan adds a zip.

Carrot, onion, and diced tomatoes bring your daily veggie servings to life in a delicious way. Basil and parsley brings the flavor.

The psyllium husk gives this after-dinner treat it's firmness. We put it through the test kitchen a few times to find the perfect quantity. Blending with a blender is strongly recommended for this recipe. Otherwise you may not get a smooth, enjoyable consistency. At the end of the day, it's warm, it's chocolatey. We were audibly saying, "YUMMMM," as we were testing it. Grab your spoon!

There's no denying that fish and seafood provides a tasty way to get your protein. But dressing it up in the pan can get a bit tiresome. We present this lovely soup from Brazil for a change. The light coconut milk makes this a treat day food. But the towering protein count makes this an uber-healthful indulgence.

The processed onion provides a fresh texture and flavor for the peppers and seafood to bloom. The end flavor is mild and warming. Perfect for fall and winter. Spice it up with hot sauce if desired.

Many of the pastries you'll encounter in Swedish coffee shops are spiced with cardamom, a somewhat intense flavor often related in the US to Christmas cooking. We use 1/2 a teaspoon to keep it light, but if you love cardamom, go ahead and bump it up to a full teaspoon. Delicious, nutty, and fruity.

We typically pack our snacks full of protein which is wonderful. But it does dial up the calories. If you're eating high-calorie meals you may need a light snack to stay within your deficit. Enter Vanilla Buttermilk Panna Cotta with berries. We put it through the test kitchen 3x to get the consistency just right. Just set and creamy. 

We have served this cauliflower soup at dinner parties and women are always asking us for 'that healthy veggie soup recipe their partners actually like.' Well, here it is - all 4 ingredients! Adjust the amount of stock added to make it thicker or thinner. The thicker version is more like healthy mashed potatoes. The thinner, soup version will warm you through and through. Perfect as a light lunch or as a side to your main protein.

Potato salad is a summer staple and absolutely reeks havoc on a PCOS body. Thankfully cauliflower has been making the rounds filling a healthy position in many of our beloved recipes and holding its own! This faux potato salad is no exception. Cooked and chilled, covered in yogurt, green onions, and Canadian bacon, this cauliflower dish creates a new twist on a classic you can eat by the heaping bowlful for very few calories. So fill up!