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Recipes

Looking for new healthy recipes? This section is filled with healthy and easy to prepare recipes provided by our member health charities - appetizers, entrees, soup/salads, dessert and more. There may be a recipe for you!

Beverages

Strawberry Milkshake 

Yummy and good for you. Provided by American Diabetes Association.

Low Fat Cocoa

An enjoy your favorite winter time drink with less fat.

Orange Juice Spritzer
A juicy way to get folic acid into your diet.

Mango Frappe
A refreshing summer treat.

Peach Punch
Light and refreshing non-alcoholic drink perfect for picnics and parties.

Breakfast

Apple Cinnamon Buns

Start your day off with some hot homemade buns.

Banana-Kiwi Breakfast Shake
Depending on the sweetness of the fruit, you may want to add one to two tablespoons of sugar to this smooth morning drink.

Lemony Sunrise Parfait 
A tasty way to start your day.

Rise-and-Shine Cookies 
Cookies for breakfast? Sure--when they are rich in fiber and low in fat and taste like big chunks of granola. Make these ahead of time for a quick breakfast treat.

Potato Frittata 
This is an open-faced omelet. You can add just about any vegetable to a frittata – whatever's around.

 
Dessert
Frozen Fruit Cups 

A dessert the kids will love.

Pumpkin Custard 
A low-calorie treat for the holiday season.

Banana Cream Pie 
A low-fat version of a favorite classic.

Pumpkin Pie 
A new version of a classic favorite, with some exciting new additions.

Sharon's Cheesecake 
A yummy treat that's good for your head.

Banana Bread 
Best eaten fresh and warm from the oven!

Chocolate Strawberry Shortcake (serves 8) 
Delicious summer dessert.

Key Lime Yogurt Pie 
A tangy, tasty dessert.

Entrees

Kabobs

Headache free cooking.  Provided by National Headache Foundation.

Fresh Tomato Pizza

An easy and nutritious way to make pizza.

Chicken-Apple Saute

Try this yummy chicken and fruit combination.

Seared Chicken with Apple Salsa 
A nutritious entree for people with diabetes.

Tin-Foil Dinner 
A whole meal in one easy package. Provided by St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Vegetarian Chili 
A warm, filling Fall meal.

Barbecue Pulled Pork 
A great sandwich for people who enjoy barbecue.

Southwestern Turkey Wraps 
Heart healthy, low-fat, and full of taste!

Devona's Crab Cakes 
A treat from the sea.

Cheesy Stuffed Potatoes 
A low-cal entree or side.

Chicken Breasts Stuffed with Ricotta and Goat Cheese 
This impressive dish is a snap to make and classy enough to serve for very special occasions.

Mustard Baked Chicken 
A simple, low-cal dinner.

Spicy Ole Bake 
A layered Mexican dish. You can easily leave out the chicken for a vegetarian meal.

Grilled Chicken Sesame 
A tasty and simple summer meal for the grill.

Soup/Salad/Sides

Kiwi and Chicken Salad

Low fat and No fat meal.  Provided by Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International- Capitol Chapter

Carrots with Herbs

An easy way to prepare carrots.

Southwestern Three Bean Salad 
A protein packed side dish.

Asparagus and Strawberry Spinach Salad 
Tasty and summery, just the perfect salad for a warm summer evening.

Oven French Fries (Serves 8) 
Try this heart-healthy replacement for a fast-food favorite.

Shrimp Spread for Bagels 
Use this for lunch.

Broccoli Casserole 
A delicious and filling side dish.

Potato Salad with Dill 
A tasty salad perfect for picnics!

Minestrone Soup 
A hearty soup that is easy to swallow.

Roasted Red Pepper Dip 
A great way to wake up a boring vegetable tray.

Creamy Carrot Soup 
Warm and nourishing, yet so simple to prepare!

Chicken and Pasta Salad
A tasty, easy to assemble recipe, perfect for a summer picnic.