Recipes for Health & Wellness: Healthy Recipes

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    Lemon-Dijon Pork Sheet-Pan Supper

    5 reviews

    Most nights I need something that I can get on the table with minimal effort and delicious results. This sheet-pan...


    Caribbean Curried Chicken

    2 reviews

    Having grown up in the Virgin Islands, I've eaten my fair share of authentic curried chicken. This recipe hits the...


    Warm Cabbage, Fennel and Pear Salad

    1 review

    This crunchy salad makes an elegant first course or side, but it's hearty enough to be an entree when paired...


    Ginger Veggie Brown Rice Pasta

    6 reviews

    Once I discovered brown rice pasta, I never looked back. Tossed with ginger, bright veggies and rotisserie chicken, it tastes...


    Pork Chops with Nectarine Sauce

    4 reviews

    As a dietitian, I’m always looking for ways to make meals healthy and delicious. These juicy chops are fast, too....


    Teriyaki Pork Tacos

    4 reviews

    Flour tortillas take an Asian-style twist when filled with flavorful teriyaki pork
    strips, mandarin oranges, lettuce and crispy french-fried...


    Hazelnut Cake Squares

    1 review

    When one of my daughters is asked to bring a dish to a church function, a birthday party or any...


    Garlic Maple Dressing

    3 reviews

    Here's my go-to dressing for pretty much any salad (or veggie!) under the sun. It stores beautifully, so make it...

    Sweet & Savory Pineapple Cheese Ball

    7 reviews

    One of my favorite dishes in childhood was my mom's pineapple and green pepper cheese ball. Now I make it,...


    Spicy Shrimp & Penne Pasta

    3 reviews

    I created this creamy pasta dish when I needed to use up some marinara. Red pepper flakes give it a...


    Easy Microwave Mint Fudge

    1 review

    I make these creamy, smooth squares not only for Christmas, but also for Valentine's Day. This easy microwave fudge is...


    A Christmas Story Meat Loaf

    12 reviews

    I've watched the film “A Christmas Story” so many times since I was a kid. Now I have a family...


    Beef Tenderloin with Pomegranate Chutney

    1 review

    When I want to show family and friends some culinary love, I roast a tenderloin and serve it with a...


    Fig & Almond Cookies

    2 reviews

    In our family, holiday cookies—like these nutty fig ones—are a big deal. I'm so proud to be passing on this...


    Brown Sugar Sweet Potatoes with Apples

    This foolproof winner is easy to prepare and makes a beautiful alternative to traditional sweet potatoes. To save time, make...


    Sesame-Garlic Pumpkin Seeds

    This "everything" mix of pumpkin seeds with other seeds and seasoning is a fun treat—a lively way to use the...


    Slow-Cooked Split Pea Soup

    4 reviews

    I've been making this soup for years. After every holiday where ham is served, the hostess hands me the ham...

    Garlic Chicken with Herbs

    7 reviews

    Pan-roasting garlic cloves turns them into rich, creamy deliciousness. This chicken is also fantastic with a loaf of crusty bread...


    Butternut Goulash

    4 reviews

    We make this treasured family goulash recipe using squash from our own backyard. The chili powder and cayenne really warm...


    Roasted Butternut Squash Bread

    3 reviews

    Butternut squash is so versatile, I use it to make a sweet and savory bread that’s fabulous for breakfast, snacking...


    Saucy Veggie Spirals

    This is my daughter Tonya's favorite meal. Sometimes we make it with rigatoni and call it Riga-Tonya. Either way, it's...


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    Ramen Sliders

    4 reviews

    I grew up eating ramen and love it to this day. A fun spin on my favorite type of noodle...


    Fresh Corn & Avocado Dip

    1 review

    I alter my sister's recipe by adding a finely chopped jalapeno pepper for a little heat. This tasty dip can...

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    Lemon-Pepper Tilapia

    10 reviews

    I usually have the ingredients on hand for this lemony dish that’s ready in a jiff. I use tilapia, but...


    Coconut Curry Cauliflower Soup

    5 reviews

    When I'm in need of comfort food, I stir up a velvety batch of this Asian-spiced soup. Then I finish...


    Apple Cider Pork Chops

    17 reviews

    These apple cider pork chops are a must for fall family dinners. I serve them with buttered egg noodles to...


    Spinach-Feta Chicken Penne

    2 reviews

    I wanted a light sauce for pasta, so I cooked tomatoes with garlic, wine and olive oil. It’s a blockbuster...


    Salmon with Balsamic Orange Sauce

    Preparing this fish is so easy that you can enjoy it on busy weeknights. You will want to serve it...


    Spinach and Feta Stuffed Chicken

    2 reviews

    My chicken bundles are simple, clean and comforting. Serve them with wild rice and green beans for one of our...