Recipes for Health & Wellness: Healthy Recipes

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    Pennsylvania Dutch Potato Doughnuts

    4 reviews

    My relatives have been making these tasty doughnuts for years. The potatoes keep them moist, and the glaze provides just...


    Onion-Dijon Pork Chops

    19 reviews

    Coated in a flavorful sauce, these chops are cooked to tender perfection. Serve with rice and carrots for a full...


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    Slow-Cooker Lamb Chops

    21 reviews

    These slow cooker lamb chops are, without a doubt, the lamb dish we like best. I usually simmer them on...


    Firecracker Grilled Salmon

    31 reviews

    Let this sensational firecracker salmon perk up dinner tonight. With a super flavorful glaze that kicks you right in the...


    Leeks in Mustard Sauce

    1 review

    Leeks have a delicious oniony flavor and they are wonderful in this side dish. The mustard sauce compliments the leeks...


    Creamed Spinach & Pearl Onions

    7 reviews

    When I was a culinary student, this creamy dish wowed me, and I don't even like spinach. This side is...


    Zucchini Ricotta Bake

    19 reviews

    I have made this lasagna-like zucchini ricotta bake frequently over the years and shared the recipe with many people. It's...


    Cheese and Fresh Herb Quiche

    4 reviews

    With herbs from the garden to use, I created a quiche with basil, parsley and dill along with feta, Swiss,...

    Baked Sweet Potato Fries

    3 reviews

    I can never get enough of this baked sweet potato fries recipe! Even though my grocery store sells them in...


    Barley Corn Salad

    8 reviews

    A terrific alternative to pasta salad, this colorful side dish adds refreshing herb flavor to corn, barley, and red and...


    Andouille-Stuffed Peppers

    4 reviews

    I was inspired by the important role of green peppers in Cajun dishes when I created my spiced-up recipe. For...


    Chinese Chicken Spaghetti

    16 reviews

    It's hard to believe that something that comes together so easily could be this tasty and lower in fat, but...


    Cheesy Summer Squash Casserole

    30 reviews

    Onion and cheddar cheese add flavor and richness to the bounty of summer squash in this comforting casserole. A crispy...


    Croissant Breakfast Casserole

    5 reviews

    Turning croissants and marmalade into a classic overnight casserole makes a wonderful treat for family and guests in the morning....


    Lauren’s Bouillabaisse

    1 review

    This golden-colored soup is brimming with an assortment of seafood and is paired with savory, colorful sourdough toast with spread.—...


    Grilled Steak and Mushroom Salad

    1 review

    My husband loves this salad, especially during summer. He says he feels as if he's eating a healthy salad and...


    Judy’s Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

    28 reviews

    I received this chocolate chip banana bread recipe from my co-worker and dear friend Judy years ago. When she gave...

    Nutmeg Brussels Sprouts

    3 reviews

    Gladys De Boer of Castleford, Idaho provides this lightly spiced side dish with only a handful of ingredients for maximum...


    Veggie Bean Tacos

    2 reviews

    In the summer when fresh corn and just-picked tomatoes are in season, authentic Mexican dishes like this leave you always...


    Chuck Roast Dinner

    6 reviews

    A tasty tomato sauce nicely coats this comforting combination of beef, potatoes and carrots. My father gave me the recipe....


    BLT Bites

    109 reviews

    These quick hors d'oeuvres may be mini, but their bacon and tomato flavor is full size. I serve them at...


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    Grilled Lemon-Garlic Salmon

    2 reviews

    A lot of people fish here on the shore of Lake Michigan, so I've developed quite a few recipes for...


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    Smashed Potatoes

    8 reviews

    I wouldn't dream of making my favorite chicken recipe without making these potatoes, too. —Jennifer Shaw of Dorchester, Massachusetts.

    Easy Grilled Squash

    10 reviews

    This is grilled butternut squash recipe is one of my favorite ways to cook with fresh produce. I usually make...


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    Arroz con Gandules (Rice with Pigeon Peas)

    1 review

    Feed a crowd with this authentic arroz con gandules recipe, which was handed down to me from my mom. It's...


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    Slow-Cooker Mulled Wine

    For a festive holiday drink or something to keep you warm during those winter months, you'll love sipping this warming...


    Grandma’s Rosemary Dinner Rolls

    6 reviews

    My grandma (I called her Baba) made these in her coal oven. How she regulated the temperature is beyond me!...


    Baked French Toast with Blueberry Sauce

    10 reviews

    French toast has a special-occasion feel, but why save it for company? Top it with a homemade blueberry sauce to...


    Creamy Mushrooms

    6 reviews

    Simply prepared yet so satisfyingly good, these mushrooms are creamy and cozy. —Mary Lou Boyce, Wilmington, Delaware