Recipes for Health & Wellness: Healthy Recipes

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    Grilled Lemon-Garlic Salmon

    Many fish for salmon here on the shore of Lake Michigan, so I've developed quite a few recipes for it,...


    Cheesy Spinach-Stuffed Shells

    This is my own personal recipe. I'm very proud of it because I am still a beginner cook and it...


    King Cake with Cream Cheese Filling

    Round out your Mardi Gras celebration with a King Cake—a colorful ring-shaped pastry drizzled with green, gold and purple icing....


    Thai Pasta with Spicy Peanut Sauce

    We love how the whole wheat pasta and crisp, raw vegetables blend with the rich and creamy peanut sauce. The...


    Root Stew

    While inventing a new form of comfort food, I made a stew of carrots, turnips, parsnips and rutabaga. When I'm...


    Beefy Cabbage Bean Stew

    While on one of our small group quilting retreats, one of my friends made this wonderful recipe for dinner. We...


    Waffle Sandwich

    Breakfast for lunch or dinner? Why not, when the recipe's this easy! I like to serve it with some crisp,...


    One-Pot Beef & Pepper Stew

    I love most things made with green peppers, tomatoes or green chiles. I wanted to prepare a quick and satisfying...

    Chunky Salsa

    This fresh-tasting salsa is wonderfully chunky. If you like it hotter, add more habanero peppers; if you prefer a mild...


    Fresh Fruit Salsa with Cinnamon Chips

    Lime and basil really brighten the flavors in this colorful salsa. It's best when scooped up on a homemade cinnamon...


    TLC (Thanksgiving Leftover Casserole)

    Turkey, stuffing and veggie leftovers come together into a fabulous casserole. There’s comfort in every bite. —Barbara Lento, Houston, Pennsylvania


    Raisin Nut Oatmeal

    There’s no better feeling than waking up to a hot, ready-to-eat breakfast. The oats, fruit and spices in this homey...


    Spiced Pumpkin French Toast Casserole

    What a sweet way to start your morning! It’s perfect for the holidays, but we enjoy it year-round. Prep the...


    Turkey Ramen Noodle Salad

    My husband and I make this awesome salad together—he does the chopping. When we bring it to potlucks, we pack...


    Rhubread

    We moved into a house with a yard of fresh rhubarb. To use some of those ruby stalks, we made...


    Chilled Shrimp Pasta Salad

    This chilled salad, along with a nice cool drink, is all you need on a hot summer day. It also...


    Brussels Sprouts with Bacon & Garlic

    When we have company, these sprouts are my go-to side dish because they look and taste fantastic. Fancy them up...

    Cajun Shrimp Skillet

    There’s plenty of sauce with these shrimp—I always have some bread on the side to soak it up. Make the...


    Fruit Salsa with Cinnamon Tortilla Chips

    If you are serious about getting your fruit servings in, this is a fun way to do it. The bright...


    Pork Tenderloin with Cran-Apple Sauerkraut

    I love all the ingredients in this recipe because together they're perfect for Oktoberfest, a fun festival during my favorite...


    Fresh Corn & Potato Chowder

    This soup was one of my favorites as a child in upstate New York, and I still love it today....


    Backyard Red Potato Salad

    Here's a potato salad that has no mayo, so it’s perfect for outdoor picnics. Plus, it looks just as good...


    Italian Sausage and Provolone Skewers

    My husband made sausage and veggie kabobs when we didn't have buns to make classic sausage bombers. Grill ‘em up,...

    Marinated Chicken & Zucchini Kabobs

    These tasty (and healthy!) kabobs are a family favorite. You can change them up with turkey tenderloins and other veggies,...


    Makeover Hash Brown Casserole

    I wanted a hash brown casserole I could feel good about eating. This light version keeps the cozy flavor while...


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    Cream of Potato & Cheddar Soup

    The Yukon Gold potatoes my daughter shares from her garden make this soup incredible. Add some cheddar cheese and crisp...


    Buttery Lemon Sandwich Cookies

    My grandson approves of these lemony sandwich cookies made with crackers and prepared frosting. Decorate them with whatever sprinkles you'd...


    Chipotle BLT Wraps

    BLT sandwiches are so good, but they can make a lot of messy crumbs from the toasted bread. Since we...


    Satisfying Tomato Soup

    After craving tomato soup, I decided to make my own. My sister Joan likes it chunky-style, so she doesn't puree....