21 Creamy Pasta Recipes for When You Need a Big Hug

A comforting and creamy pasta dinner is a perfect choice for a cozy night in. Recipes like our Linguine with Lemon Alfredo Shrimp and Baked Tomato & Feta Pasta will satisfy your cravings. Reduced-fat cream cheese adds body to the sauce, while Parmesan cheese adds its signature robust flavor. Jason Donnelly Enjoy on its own as a vegetarian dinner or top with grilled chicken for some extra protein. You’ll taste a nice pop of pepper and nutty notes from the whole-wheat pasta, too....

April 21, 2025 · 2 min · 345 words · Hannah Peters

21 Diabetes-Friendly Dinners to Help You Lose Weight This Winter

Ali Redmond Enjoy a cozy winter dinner dish and reach your nutrition goals with these flavorful meals. A can of chopped green chiles adds to the warmth. If you like your chili on the mild side, opt for mild green chiles. Photo:Ali Redmond Hummus adds plant-based protein and keeps the wrap from getting dry. A spoonful of sambal oelek introduces a spicy kick. This versatile dish is perfect for a cozy dinner, and can be easily adjusted to suit your preferences....

April 21, 2025 · 2 min · 316 words · Sarah Schaefer

21 Diabetes-Friendly Snacks You'll Want to Make Forever

Prepare your taste buds for something delicious with these snacks. Each serving is appropriate for adiabetes-friendly eating pattern. Our Strawberry-Chocolate Greek Yogurt Bark is a cold, protein-rich snack perfect for a hot afternoon. Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco And no matter when you grab them, our Peanut Butter Energy Balls bring you bliss in every bite. This colorful snack is perfect for kids and adults alike....

April 21, 2025 · 3 min · 463 words · Angela Crawford

21 Dips That You'll Want to Make Forever

This creamy and satisfying dish can be served with tortilla chips and veggies for dipping. Chicken Parmesan Dip No breading and frying here! Layer on the cheese and tomatoes using leftover chicken (or turkey) in this healthy dip recipe. Greg DuPree “Roasting” the corn, pepper and tomatoes brings out smoky and caramelized notes in the vegetables. Serve it with sliced apples and pears to complement the pie-dough dippers. Tequila Guacamole Margarita lovers will go crazy for this twist on classic guacamole....

April 21, 2025 · 1 min · 181 words · Leonard Perry

21 Easy High-Protein Dinners for Winter in Three Steps or Less

Fortunately, adding extra protein to your meals can help keep you satisfied. Cheesy One-Pot Chicken-Broccoli Orzo This cheesy dish brings crowd-pleasing flavors together in one pan for easy cleanup. Its perfect for busy nights when you want something satisfying, comforting and delicious. Photo:Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Lydia Pursell Sharp Cheddar cheese adds savory flavor, but another easy-melting cheese like Gruyere or Swiss would work well too....

April 21, 2025 · 3 min · 454 words · Brandon Anderson

21 Easy, Comforting Recipes for Sick Days

American Goulash American goulash, also known as old-fashioned goulash, is the perfect economical family meal. The pasta cooks right in the sauce, so this satisfying dish can cook in just one pot. Serve with a crunchy green salad. Photo: Photographer /Antonis Achilleos, Prop Stylist / Kay Clarke, Food Stylist / Emily Nabors Hall In this easy recipe, they’re full-size, full-flavored and plenty filling. A jar of sun-dried tomatoes does double duty for this healthy dinner idea....

April 21, 2025 · 2 min · 362 words · Perry Mclean

21 Energizing Snacks That Aren't Nuts

When an afternoon lull hits, it can be tempting to turn to caffeine for a quick boost. Instead, try making one of these delicious snacks that will help you stay energized until your next meal. Theyre made with ingredients like maple syrup, pulses and eggs to help you escape that midday slump. Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle, Food Stylist: Julia Levy Or serve on top of your next ramen noodle bowl....

April 21, 2025 · 3 min · 493 words · Joyce Turner

21 Gut-Healthy Winter Dinners to Help You Lose Weight

Embrace the season with dishes that warm you up and contribute to a healthier you. These recipes include ingredients that help support yourgut-healthand healthy digestion like garlic, mushrooms and beans. Cream cheese adds the final bit of richness and a hint of sweet tang. Photography / Antonis Achilleos, Styling / Christine Keely, Ali Ramee Vegetarian Potato-Kale Soup This healthy soup recipe has a rich, yet light and velvety texture. Serve with crusty bread and a glass of wine for a cozy meal....

April 21, 2025 · 2 min · 326 words · Mercedes Owens

21 Healthy Breakfast Recipes in 15 Minutes

Whatever your preference, these breakfast recipes will help you start your day on a healthy note! Cherry tomatoes are reliably sweet and readily available year-round. Simply cook the eggs a minute or two longer. Photo:Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel This 10-minute breakfast features microgreens, which are young vegetable sprouts harvested just after the first true leaves develop. If you cant find microgreens, alfalfa sprouts or chopped baby lettuce can be used in their place....

April 21, 2025 · 3 min · 488 words · Nicole Watson

21 Healthy Recipes to Make with Cooked Chicken

Precooked chicken makes these dishes simple and delicious. Chicken-Quinoa Bowl with Strawberries & Pecans This simple chicken grain bowl makes a perfect family dinner. The top tortilla layer gets beautifully crispy in the slow cooker. Photo: Charlotte & Johnny Autry We use pinto beans, but you could easily swap in black beans. The creamy avocado crema combined with fresh cilantro is the perfect accompaniment. While we prefer the slightly sharper flavor of sheeps-milk feta, cows-milk feta works just as well....

April 21, 2025 · 3 min · 506 words · Linda Bonilla

21 Healthy Salads with Feta

Step up your salad game with these healthy and delicious recipes. Unopened feta can last up to 7 months in the refrigerator. However, once opened, it should all be used within 7 days. Photo: Jennifer Causey Feta adds the perfect creamy, salty, tangy edge, and mint makes this salad taste even brighter. This is one easy side salad you’ll want to serve at all your summer BBQs. Tossing it all with mint, feta and red onion gives it a Middle Eastern flair....

April 21, 2025 · 2 min · 311 words · Richard Salazar

21 Healthy Sandwich Recipes to Pack for Work

Work lunches just got more delicious thanks to these healthy sandwiches. These recipes are perfect for a midday pick-me-up. From veggie-packed sandwiches to classic tuna melts, these sandwiches are easy to pack in a lunch box. Photo: Victor Protasio Cucumber Sandwich This creamy, crunchy cucumber sandwich recipe strikes a lovely balance between decadent and light. Removing the crusts makes it more delicate than your average sandwich. Chickpea Salad Sandwich This vegan chickpea salad sandwich is lemony, bright and surprisingly delicious....

April 21, 2025 · 3 min · 515 words · Jessica Watson

21 Heart-Healthy Chicken Dinners You'll Want to Make Forever

From simmering soups to sheet-pan roasts, these healthy, flavorful chicken dinners are undeniably tasty. Cream cheese adds the final bit of richness and a hint of sweet tang. I call it “Mom’s Skillet Pasta” and she called it “Devon’s Favorite Pasta.” Photography / Kelsey Hansen, Styling / Sammy Mila It’s a simple dinner the whole family will love. Serve this Tuscan-inspired dish with crusty bread, a glass of Chianti and a salad....

April 21, 2025 · 2 min · 231 words · George Ho