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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

Low Fat CocoaDownload

An enjoy your favorite winter time drink with less fat.


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

 

Mango Frappe Download
A refreshing summer treat.

 

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

 

Breakfast

Apple Cinnamon BunsDownload

Start your day off with some hot homemade buns.


Banana-Kiwi Breakfast Shake Download
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 Download
A tasty way to start your day.

 

Rise-and-Shine Cookies Download
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 Download
This is an open-faced omelet. You can add just about any vegetable to a frittata – whatever's around.

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

Banana Bread Download
Best eaten fresh and warm from the oven!

  

Chocolate Strawberry Shortcake (serves 8) Download
Delicious summer dessert.

 

Key Lime Yogurt Pie Download
A tangy, tasty dessert.



Entrees

Fresh Tomato PizzaDownload

An easy and nutritious way to make pizza.

 

Chicken-Apple Saute

Try this yummy chicken and fruit combination.


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

   

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

 

Vegetarian Chili Download
A warm, filling Fall meal.

 

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

  

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

 

Devona's Crab Cakes Download
A treat from the sea.

 

Cheesy Stuffed Potatoes Download
A low-cal entree or side.

 

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

 

Mustard Baked Chicken Download
A simple, low-cal dinner.

 

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

 

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

 

 

Soup/Salad/Sides

Carrots with HerbsDownload

An easy way to prepare carrots.


Southwestern Three Bean Salad Download
A protein packed side dish.

 

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

 

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

 

Shrimp Spread for Bagels Download
Use this for lunch.

 

Broccoli Casserole Download
A delicious and filling side dish.

 

Potato Salad with Dill Download
A tasty salad perfect for picnics!

 

Minestrone Soup Download
A hearty soup that is easy to swallow.

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

Sweet Potatoes with Apple (serves 8) Download
An attractive and tasty accompaniment to any meal. provided by the American Diabetes Association.

 

 


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