Recipes for Health & Wellness: Healthy Recipes

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    Garden Potato Pancakes

    My family eats these all the time, and the pancakes don't even taste like they're full of fresh veggies. We...


    Grilled Shrimp Scampi

    When I was in second grade, my class put together a cookbook. I saw this recipe from one of my...


    Grilled Shrimp with Spicy-Sweet Sauce

    These finger-lickin' shrimp practically fly off the platter at my get-togethers. Play with the amount of sriracha to get the...


    Layered Garden Bean Salad

    For easy entertaining, cover and refrigerate the salad a few hours before guests arrive so you don't have to bother...


    Balsamic Three-Bean Salad

    Here's my little girl's favorite salad. She devours it just about as fast as I can make it. I suggest...


    Simple Shrimp Pad Thai

    Here's my shortcut version of pad thai. Stir in soy sauce and brown sugar, add a sprinkle of cilantro and...


    Croissant Breakfast Casserole

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


    Chicken Salad Party Sandwiches

    My famous chicken salad arrives at the party chilled in a container. When it’s time to set out the food,...

    Toasted Ravioli Puffs

    I call toasted ravioli a fan favorite because it disappears faster than I can make it. With just five ingredients,...


    Tomato-Onion Green Beans

    Fresh green beans are the stars of this healthy side. Serve with grilled chicken, pork tenderloin or seafood for a...


    Angel Hair Primavera

    I love to make this when summer is in full swing and the vegetables are at their very best. You...


    Almond Ginger Cookies

    Think outside the box this season and enjoy these traditional Chinese cookies, each one topped with an almond slice. —Shirley...


    Deli-Style Potato Salad

    I was inspired by my grandmother to cook, and loved going to her house for Sunday dinner. She passed her...


    Salisbury Steak Supreme

    When I was running late one night, a go-to recipe of my mom's popped into my head. Now it's one...


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    Picnic Berry Shortcakes

    You can make the berry sauce ahead of time and chill it. Then assemble the entire dessert right before the...


    Chicken & Waffles

    My first experience with this dish sent my taste buds into orbit. I first made this chicken and waffles recipe...


    Cherry-Chicken Lettuce Wraps

    I came up with this amazing recipe when I had a load of cherries on hand. My family polished them...

    Simple Sesame Chicken with Couscous

    I created this dish after my three kids tried Chinese takeout and asked for more. To make things easy for...



    Honey-Roasted Chicken & Root Vegetables

    When my whole family comes over for dinner, I make a big platter of roast chicken with sweet potatoes, carrots...


    Cherry Tomato & Basil Focaccia

    When I had 80 pounds of tomatoes, I got creative incorporating them into meals. Sometimes I slice this loaf into...


    Amazing Slow Cooker Orange Chicken

    I love Chinese takeout food, but I know that it’s very high in sodium and fat. So I got to...


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    Scalloped Sweet Corn Casserole

    This is my Grandma Ostendorf's corn recipe I grew up enjoying. Now a grandmother myself, I still serve this comfy,...

    Slow-Cooker Chicken & Black Bean Tacos

    My husband and I love Mexican food and these tacos have become one of our favorite meals. Try setting out...


    Garlic-Sesame Green Beans

    Sauteed bits of garlic and shallot, with a sprinkling of toasted sesame seeds, turn ordinary beans into something special. Keep...


    Beer-Braised Stew

    Guests will take one bite of this savory stew and immediately know something is different. And they'll never guess the...


    Cold-Day Chicken Noodle Soup

    When I was sick, my mom would make me this heartwarming chicken noodle soup. It was soothing when I had...


    Dutch Apple Pie Tartlets

    These adorable mini apple pie pastries make a delightful addition to a dessert buffet or snack tray. The recipe calls...


    Tropical Island Shrimp Kabobs

    Shrimp, mango and pineapple on skewers make a sunny presentation at parties. To boost flavors, we use a coconut milk,...