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01/03/2022

Instant Pot Chicken Bruschetta
Next time you're craving Italian, whip up this weeknight meal topped with basil, balsamic vinegar, and parmesan cheese.

12/23/2021

Lobster-Noodle Casserole
This elegant casserole was inspired by the tuna-noodle childhood favorite. It can be baked in individual casseroles or in one large dish and served buffet style.

12/15/2021

Meatballs with Polenta

This recipe lightens up the meatball (using sirloin and turkey instead of veal and pork), but, more importantly, it ditches the spaghetti in favor of polenta, an Italian staple of stone-ground corn with a fraction of the calories, but just as hearty, creamy, and completely delicious.

11/26/2021

INSTANT POT TURKEY CHILI
"Absolutely delicious! It’s of my favorite soups. I made another batch to freeze for later."

11/15/2021

Skinny Cheesy Potato Casserole

Ingredients

1 large head Cauliflower (grated)
6 large Eggs
1 pound Shredded chicken
1/2 medium White onion (diced)
1 medium Red bell pepper
1 teaspoon Garlic powder
1 teaspoon Sea salt
1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
1/2 cup Buffalo sauce (I use Frank's Red Hot)
Optional Toppings
Cooked bacon
Red onion (diced)
Green onion (sliced)
Avocado (diced)
Paleo ranch dressing
Tomatoes (diced)

11/15/2021

Skinny Cheesy Potato Casserole

Ingredients
3 1/2 pounds russet potatoes, washed and peeled
1/2 cup finely chopped green onions
1 tablespoon butter, melted
2 ounces low fat cream cheese, softened
1 1/2 cups plain non fat Greek yogurt
1/2 cup skim milk
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
3/4 cup part skim mozzarella, divided
3/4 cup sharp cheddar cheese, divided

11/15/2021

Ground Turkey Quinoa Casserole

Ingredients
2 cups uncooked quinoa
2 lbs ground turkey
1 medium onion finely chopped
4 large garlic cloves grated
11 oz package baby spinach
14 oz can tomato sauce I used low sodium
1/2 cup whole wheat bread crumbs
3 cups cheddar or mozzarella cheese shredded
2 tsp basil dried
1/4 tsp thyme dried
1/2 tsp salt
Ground black pepper to taste
1 tbsp avocado oil or coconut oil
Cooking spray I use Misto
Green onions and diced tomatoes for garnish (optional)

11/13/2021

3 Cheese Mac & Cheese

INGREDIENTS
1/2 c. (1 stick) butter, plus more for baking dish
1 lb. elbow macaroni
1/2 c. flour
5 c. whole milk
1 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 tsp. mustard powder
3 c. shredded cheddar
2 c. shredded Gruyère
1 1/2 c. grated Parmesan, divided
1 c. panko bread crumbs
3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
Freshly chopped parsley, to garnish

11/13/2021

Cornbread Dressing

INGREDIENTS
FOR CORNBREAD
Cooking spray
1 1/4 c. cornmeal
1 c. all-purpose flour
2 tbsp. granulated sugar
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. kosher salt
1/2 c. (1 stick) butter, melted
1 1/4 c. buttermilk
1 large egg
FOR DRESSING
2 tbsp. butter, plus more for baking dish
1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1 lb. Italian sausage, casings removed
1 medium onion, finely chopped
3 stalks celery, finely chopped
2 tsp. fresh thyme leaves
2 tsp. fresh sage, minced
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
3/4 c. low-sodium chicken broth
1/4 c. milk
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
Freshly chopped parsley, for garnish

10/31/2021

Healthy Mexican Hot Dogs

For nights when you are craving Mexican flavors but don't have the time to cook a full meal, this easy dish delivers in just a few minutes. To keep it healthy, make sure you are on the lookout for hotdogs that are free of chemical preservatives, like the variety offered from Applegate Farms.

10/31/2021

Breakfast Burritos

By swapping out white tortillas for whole wheat, swapping fatty pork sausage for the lean chicken variety, and adding fiber-rich beans and some fresh avocado, we've slashed the calories in half while increasing the overall nutrition (and deliciousness).

10/31/2021

Crock-Pot Chicken Tacos

Don't feel like having the tortilla? This crock-pot chicken tacos recipe is great for making huge taco salads. Simply add it to a bed of greens with some other vegetables, taco cheese, salsa, and sour cream. And if you're missing the crunch of a hard shell taco, sprinkle on some crushed tortilla chips as well!

10/26/2021

Best-Ever Borsht

INGREDIENTS
1 tbsp. butter
1 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
2 celery stalks, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 tsp. paprika
1/2 tsp. caraway seeds
1 lb. beets (about 6 medium beets), peeled and chopped into 1" pieces
1 large (or 2 small) Russet potato, peeled and chopped into 1" pieces
2 bay leaves
1/2 medium green cabbage, sliced
kosher salt
freshly ground black pepper
1/4 c. freshly chopped dill, plus more for serving
Juice of 1/2 lemon
Sour cream, for serving

10/23/2021

Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin

INGREDIENTS
1 lb. pork tenderloin, sliced in half crosswise
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
2 tsp. chili powder
1/2 tsp. ground cumin
1/4 tsp. garlic powder

10/20/2021

Chicken Adobo

INGREDIENTS
3/4 c. white vinegar
1/2 c. low-sodium soy sauce
1 tbsp. honey
6 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
3 bay leaves
1 tsp. whole black peppercorns
4 lb. skin-on, bone-in chicken drumsticks and thighs
2 green onions, thinly sliced
Cooked white rice, for serving

10/14/2021

Slow Cooker Chicken Chili

Ingredients

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1 tablespoon vegetable oil

2 pounds lean ground chicken

Kosher salt

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 medium onion, finely diced

1/4 cup chili powder

2 teaspoons ground cumin

1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Pinch ground clove

1 cup low-sodium chicken broth

One 15-ounce can no-salt-added pinto beans

One 15-ounce can no-salt-added cannellini beans

One 28-ounce can no-salt-added diced tomato

6 sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped

1 tablespoon minced chipotle in adobo

2 teaspoons molasses

2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce

Freshly ground black pepper

4 sliced scallions, for garnish

Lime wedges, for garnish

Reduced fat sour cream, for garnish, optional

10/06/2021

10/06/2021

Whole30 Breakfast Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes

Ingredients

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2 medium sweet potatoes

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

2 links sugar-free Italian sausage, meat removed from casings and crumbled

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

4 large eggs

Salsa verde, for serving

09/26/2021

Spicy Turkey Tacos

INGREDIENTS
8 hard corn taco shells
1 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1 lb. ground turkey
4 tsp. Mexican seasoning
1 tsp. cayenne pepper
kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 onion, diced
1 c. crushed tomatoes
1/4 c. chopped fresh cilantro, plus more for garnish
1 c. grated mozzarella
1 c. Pico de Gallo
1 c. sour cream

09/24/2021

The Best Butter Chicken

Ingredients

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Chicken Marinade:

1 1/4 cup whole milk yogurt

4 teaspoons kosher salt

1 tablespoon finely grated ginger

2 cloves garlic, finely grated

8 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 2 1/2 pounds)
Sauce:

6 tablespoons unsalted cultured butter (see Cook's Note)

1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds

2 bay leaves

2 green cardamom pods, cracked

One 3-inch cinnamon stick

1 whole clove

1 large onion, sliced

Kosher salt

1 tablespoon finely grated ginger

4 cloves garlic, finely grated

1 1/2 teaspoons garam masala

1 teaspoon Kashmiri red chili powder (see Cook's Note)

One 28-ounce can whole peeled tomatoes

1/3 cup heavy cream

Chopped cilantro leaves and tender stems, for serving

Basmati rice, for serving

Naan, for serving

09/22/2021

Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Ingredients

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1 1/2 pounds Brussels sprouts

3 tablespoons good olive oil

3/4 teaspoon kosher salt

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

09/15/2021

Lemon-Pepper Tilapia with Mushrooms
My husband and I are trying to add more fish and healthy entrees to our diet and this one makes it easy. It comes together in less than 30 minutes, so it's perfect for hectic weeknights.

08/27/2021

Pasta With Red Pepper Alfredo

Give this creamy pasta dish a nutrient boost by mixing in roasted veggies.

Ingredients
3 red peppers, cut into 1-inch chunks
3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
2 tbsp. olive oil
1 lb. linguine
3 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1/3 c. heavy cream
1/4 c. finely grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 c. small basil leaves
Kosher salt
Pepper

08/23/2021

Broccoli
Broccoli is a cruciferous vegetable that tastes great both raw and cooked. It’s an excellent source of fiber and vitamins C and K and contains a decent amount of protein compared with other vegetables.

08/13/2021

Middle Eastern Chicken Burgers

Were you planning on grilling burgers tonight, only to look out the window and see the worst thunderstorm raging outside your window? We feel that struggle, which is why we often opt to make these Middle Eastern Chicken Burgers when the going gets tough. Cooked stovetop, these burgers are a great alternative to the grilled patty and, not to mention, they’re a lot healthier than most burgers. This lean chicken burger incorporates flavors of pomegranate molasses, parsley, cinnamon, coriander and red pepper flakes, establishing a complexity on the palate.

08/09/2021

Use extra virgin olive oil
Extra virgin olive oil is one of the healthiest vegetable oils you can use. It’s loaded with heart-healthy monounsaturated fats and powerful antioxidants that have anti-inflammatory properties (55Trusted Source, 56Trusted Source).

Extra virgin olive oil may benefit heart health, as people who consume it have a lower risk for dying from heart attacks and strokes according to some evidence

07/24/2021

Breakfast Sausage

Makes a delicious, homemade breakfast sausage using ground pork and an assortment of spices.

07/17/2021

Collard Greens & Beans
I never tried collard greens until a friend gave me this recipe that calls for bacon and pinto beans. Now I look forward to serving this Southern staple on Thanksgiving.

07/17/2021

Pulled Chicken Sandwiches
I was raised as a southern girl, with the love of barbecue built into my DNA. This slow-cooker recipe allows me to enjoy the flavors I grew up eating, while still following a healthy diet.

07/17/2021

Kidney disease
Renal failure remains one of the main global medical concerns. Kidney disease is assessed by measurement of GFR, which is the ability of kidneys to filter blood. Normal value of GFR is 125ml/min and by definition decrease in GFR is kidney failure.

Causes of acute kidney injury include pre-renal causes like dehydration, blood loss and shock; renal causes include infections of kidney; obstruction to urine flow falls under post-renal causes.

When kidneys don’t function for more than 3 months, it’s called chronic kidney disease, unlike acute kidney injury which is acute in onset. Symptoms include reduced urine volume, nausea, loss of appetite, muscle cramps, etc.

Guidelines for kidney disease prevention include reduced protein intake, salt restriction, adequate fluid intake, cessation of smoking and maintaining normal body weight. Supplements like Forskolin really help in weight loss. Since kidney failure is mostly caused by diabetes and hypertension, treatment strategies include control of blood glucose level and blood pressure by necessary hypoglycemic and anti-hypertensive drugs. Kidney transplant is reserved for serious cases.

07/11/2021

Black Cohosh

– Relieves menopausal hot flashes, relieves menstrual cramps, helps circulatory and cardiovascular disorders, lowers blood pressure, reduces cholesterol, useful for nervousness and stress.

Note: Do not use during pregnancy.

07/11/2021

Herb-Marinated Pork Tenderloins
Simple ingredients, including garlic, Dijon and a mix of fresh rosemary and thyme, add up to rich flavor in Ina's pork tenderloin.

07/11/2021

Healthy Chicken Fajita Stuffed Peppers
Get all the zesty flavors of sizzling fajitas in a healthy stuffed pepper that's easy enough for a weeknight meal.

07/04/2021

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07/04/2021

Slow-Cooker Pork Tacos

It's impossible to resist flavorful and tender pork shoulder after it's been slowly simmered in chicken broth and aromatic spices.

07/04/2021

Replace Egg Whites with Whole Eggs

To eat the yolk or not to eat the yolk? That's the age-old question. Thanks to recent science, however, we finally know the answer. As it turns out, eating whole eggs is far healthier than sticking to the whites. That's because the yellow contains a fat-fighting nutrient called choline, so opting for whole eggs can actually help you trim down!