Recipes

Pasta, vegetables, and a sprinkle of cheese make this a child-friendly classic that adults will love too 8 ounces dry whole-wheat spaghetti 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon garlic, minced…

So fun to eat that your children won’t know it’s healthy too 12 ounces  boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes (24 cubes) (about 2 large breasts) 1 cup…

Similar to a Spanish empañada, this empaña "pita" uses pita bread for the shell. 2 (6½-inch) whole-wheat pitas 1 cup tangy salsa For filling: 2 cups canned low-sodium black beans,…

Serve with a fresh fruit, whole-wheat toast and a cup of fat-free milk for a balanced breakfast. Add 1/2 cup of your favorite lean meat if desired. Ingredients: 1/2 cup…

Traditional Mediterranean-style fish with tomatoes and peppers For fish: 12 ounce fillets of red snapper or bass, cut into 4 portions (3 ounces each) 1 tablespoon olive oil ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon ground…

Comfort food in a fun muffin shape. Non-stick cooking spray 1/2 cup onions, chopped 1/2 cup red bell peppers, chopped 1/2 cup carrots, chopped 1-1/4 pound lean ground sirloin, or…

Your children will jump right out of bed for these delicious oatmeal pecan waffles or pancakes. For waffles: 1 cup whole-wheat flour 1/2 cup quick-cooking oats 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon sugar…

Try this recipe for sautéed apples in a skillet instead of a traditional apple pie to save additional calories, fat and sugar. 2 tablespoons light margarine 3 medium cooking apples…

Try this family classic, crunchy chicken fingers, made healthier with baked chicken and a tangy dipping sauce For chicken: ½ teaspoon reduced-sodium crab seasoning (or substitute ¼ teaspoon paprika and…

A side dish of grilled asparagus would be a great addition to this meal. Asparagus is rich in color, fiber, and is a great source of the vitamin folate. Non-stick cooking spray…