Recipes for Health & Wellness: Healthy Recipes

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    Sauteed Cabbage

    6 reviews

    Chopped onion, minced garlic and soy sauce add savory seasoning to this snappy side dish from Connie Moore of Medway,...


    Spicy Veggie Pasta Bake

    4 reviews

    My dad cooked with cast-iron skillets, so when I do, I remember his amazing culinary skills. I keep the tradition...


    Greek Chicken Salad

    3 reviews

    My family loves this dish. Use light mayonnaise and this is a healthy salad. Even if you or your family...


    Western Broccoli

    3 reviews

    "The broccoli, kidney beans, tomato and cheddar cheese give this colorful salad a unique flavor that's absolutely delicious," raves Carol...


    Egg Blossoms

    1 review

    From North Tonawanda, New York, Barbara Nowakowski shares these cute phyllo dough shells filled with a savory combination of Parmesan...


    Barbecued Chicken Legs

    11 reviews

    On a lazy sunny summer day, these BBQ chicken legs are the best ever. We enjoy it with baked beans...


    Garlic Broccoli Pasta

    5 reviews

    "This recipe takes under a half-hour to fix and makes a great weeknight entree or side dish," suggests Michele Thompson...


    Pineapple Fluff Pie

    4 reviews

    This dessert has been a life saver for more then 20 years of entertaining and potlucks. With only four ingredients,...

    Red Beans and Sausage

    5 reviews

    Turkey sausage, beans and a zesty blend of spices make this a deliciously unique meal.—Cathy Webster, Morris, Illinois


    Parmesan & Garlic Fries

    11 reviews

    An even tastier way to eat fries! The addition of Parmesan and garlic makes this side dish simple irresistible. —Taste...


    Mandarin Pecan Salad

    4 reviews

    Toss together this refreshing salad from Jeaune Hadl Van Meter of Lexington, Kentucky. The crisp greens are mixed with nuts...


    Family Picnic Salad

    5 reviews

    The bountiful potluck at our annual family reunion includes favorites such as this salad. You can substitute Italian dressing or...


    Tomatoes with Vinaigrette

    2 reviews

    "This easy dressing is a tasty way to top tomatoes," says field editor Joanne ShewChuk, St. Benedict, Saskatchewan. "I got...


    Apple Chutney Chops

    3 reviews

    When my husband and I lived in South Carolina for a year, some good friends served this wonderful pork and...


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    Pineapple Chicken with Spaghetti

    1 review

    From Canton, Ohio, Cheryl Harris shared the recipe for this stir-fry that's full of crisp-tender veggies. Chunks of pineapple add...


    Three Cheese Enchiladas

    13 reviews

    This easy-to-prepare main dish meal has proven popular with dinner guests of all ages—and especially teenagers. You'll find the Southwest-style...


    One-Pot Pork and Rice

    7 reviews

    No one will guess that this filling entree from Duna Stephens of palisade, Colorado goes easy on fat and calories....

    Cucumber Onion Dip

    12 reviews

    “Family members request this fast and flavorful dip often,” Judith Priglmeier assures from Aitkin, Minnesota. “We especially like it with...


    Quick and Easy Corn Salsa

    1 review

    Colorful corn salsa is sure to be a hit with family and friends. It’s an easy accompaniment to an outdoor...


    Sandy’s Slow-Cooked Chili

    11 reviews

    I like to use my homemade stewed tomatoes and pizza sauce in this recipe. It's the perfect chili—not too spicy....


    Apple Cheddar Scones

    8 reviews

    I serve these golden scones for brunch. Add a scoop of ice cream and they make a great dessert. —Jeanne...


    Pork Stroganoff

    7 reviews

    This recipe is a creamy, comforting main dish, economical for any occasion.—Janice Mitchell, Aurora, Colorado


    Black Bean & White Cheddar Frittata

    1 review

    This is one of my favorite comfort foods for breakfast or even a quick dinner. I like to make it...

    Crab Crescent Triangles

    1 review

    When friends who love crab were planning a party, I created this recipe just for them. These comforting baked bundles...


    Pasta Primavera

    7 reviews

    "This colorful pasta and vegetable toss is a great quick meal," assures Charlotte McDaniel of Anniston, Alabama. It has such...


    Apricot-Glaze Chicken

    7 reviews

    My husband knows what's on the supper menu when our boys are driving home from Abilene Christian University in Texas....


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    Old-Fashioned Molasses Muffins

    3 reviews

    The spicy aroma of these muffins in the oven is truly mouthwatering! I've fixed batches for Christmas breakfast...frozen more to...


    Black-Eyed Pea Salad with Avocado and Jalapeno

    5 reviews

    “I've had a lot of compliments and requests for this recipe over the years. My husband loves it, and it's...


    Peas a la Francaise

    2 reviews

    “I love peas, and this recipe is a favorite. It features tiny pearl onions touched with thyme and chervil, and...