Recipes for Health & Wellness: Healthy Recipes

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    Simple Salad Dressing

    7 reviews

    "A friend created this mild and light dressing that's a snap to whip up with on-hand ingredients," says Joan Rose...


    Greek Salsa

    14 reviews

    Color, texture and a fantastic blend of flavors—this salsa has it all. It's easy to adapt to the taste preferences...


    Parmesan Baked Chicken

    12 reviews

    This no-fuss recipe has been a longtime hit with my family. After a few minutes of prep, the oven does...


    Quick Chicken Fried Rice for Two

    12 reviews

    David Tiren of Catonsville, Maryland uses leftover chicken and rice to make this classic Chinese recipe, enhanced with soy sauce...


    Coffee & Cream Martini

    11 reviews

    With Kahlua, Irish cream liquor and chocolate sandwich cookies, this martini is almost like a dessert. It's an after-dinner drink...


    Chilled Bean Soup

    3 reviews

    Betty Nickels of Tampa, Florida combines crunchy fresh veggies with black beans and a splash of hot pepper sauce to...


    Pineapple Beef Stir-Fry for Two

    1 review

    Packed with veggies, tender beef and pineapple tidbits, this sweet-and-sour stir-fry is ideal for blustery weeknights or activity-packed weekends.
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    Pork Tenderloin Stir-Fry

    1 review

    A flavorful stir-fry doesn't have to feed an army, as this delicious serves-two version proves. From Aylmer, Ontario, Shelly McCallum...

    Garlic-Almond Green Beans

    1 review

    Garlic-Almond Green Beans is her family’s favorite way to eat this popular vegetable, writes Genny Monchamp from Redding, California. “The...


    Chicken Veggie Alfredo

    4 reviews

    My family loves this dinner—it's easy to make and a great way to save time after a busy day. If...


    Makeover Oatmeal Bars

    20 reviews

    These delicious bars are even more moist and chewier than the original recipe, but with all the old-fashioned oatmeal flavor...


    Slow-Cooked Beef

    2 reviews

    Crushed gingersnaps, lemon and vinegar give the marinated slow-cooked beef and gravy their appetizing sweet-sour flavor. —Susan Garoutte, Georgetown, Texas


    Sesame Chicken Veggie Wraps

    1 review

    I'm always on the lookout for fast, nutritious recipes that will appeal to my three little kids. They happen to...


    Quick Rhubarb Coffee Cake

    2 reviews

    "If you're a rhubarb lover, this cake is for you," says Judy Roy of Flaxcombe, Saskatchewan. "I'm a former home...


    Green Beans with Shallots

    2 reviews

    A package of frozen green beans makes these “dill-icious” green beans a fast and tasty accompaniment to almost any main...


    Rhubarb Berry Coffee Cake

    10 reviews

    I rely on a cake mix to speed the prep for this moist streusel-topped dessert that pairs tart rhubarb with...


    Artichoke Nibbles

    2 reviews

    "My mother-in-law gave me the recipe for these cheesy appetizers when I married her son 5 years ago, and I've...

    Sesame Ginger Chicken

    3 reviews

    Why grill plain chicken breasts when a simple ginger-honey basting sauce can make them extra special? This tempting chicken is...


    Easy Macaroni Salad

    8 reviews

    This hearty pasta salad is sure to please appetites of all ages—and it serves a lot of folks! —LaVerna Mjones,...


    Asparagus with Horseradish Dip

    2 reviews

    This is a great hot weather party dip. Serve asparagus on a decorative platter with lemon wedges on the side...


    Southwestern Dip Mix

    3 reviews

    Keep a container of this mix on hand to make dip at a moment's notice. The dip is spiced just...


    Crouton Tomato Casserole

    4 reviews

    This old-fashioned side uses lots of delicious tomatoes and seasonings that give it an Italian twist. Every time I serve...


    Apple Chicken Stew

    15 reviews

    My husband and I enjoy visiting the apple orchards in nearby Nebraska City. We always make sure to buy extra...

    Creamy Ranch Mac and Cheese

    4 reviews

    I came up with the recipe for this creamy and comforting macaroni and cheese with a ranch-flavored twist. My husband...


    Easy Coffee Cake

    9 reviews

    This from-scratch coffee cake is quick to put together, and it easily serves a crowd. While it's delicious with peach...


    Spicy Coconut Shrimp with Quinoa

    5 reviews

    Help yourself to a plate full—generous servings are still lower in calories and big on protein. If you have company,...


    Herbed Potatoes and Onions

    1 review

    Says Rosadene Herold of Lakeville, Indiana, "My family thinks my Herbed Potatoes and ONions is a tasty alternative to fried...


    Roasted Carrot Fries

    6 reviews

    Turn carrot sticks into fun "fries" with a happier health profile by popping them in the oven and serving them...


    Edamame Corn Carrot Salad

    3 reviews

    I came up with this easy salad while brainstorming light, protein-filled recipes. My vegetarian and vegan friends are especially big...