These dishes are also madelow in saturated fats and sodiumto fit seamlessly into a heart-healthy eating pattern.
you might use leftover chicken and cook the pasta ahead of time to speed up the prep.
You’d never guess that within this comforting casserole hides a layer of thinly sliced eggplant.

Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food Stylist: Annie Probst
The thin slices become tender when roasted and add a subtle savory note.
The corn adds a nice pop of sweetness, while the rice helps absorb some of the flavors.
A crunchy topping of crushed tortilla chips finishes off this comforting, Southwestern-inspired casserole.

Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food Stylist: Annie Probst
Its ideal for making use of any leftover chicken and rice you have on hand.
Chicken Tetrazzini
This retro dish will just kids and adults alike.
Turkey-Vegetable Bake
Need to use up leftover turkey from the holidays?

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Melissa Gray
Make this low fat casserole.
It’s made with brown rice and lots of vegetables.
Vodka sauce adds a creamy note to the sauce.

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If you dont have vodka sauce on hand, add a few tablespoons of cream to regular marinara.
Mom’s Creamy Chicken & Broccoli Casserole
This lightened-up creamy chicken casserole is packed with veggies.
It’s easy to make the recipe vegetarian by substituting smoked tofu for the turkey.

Florentine Lasagna Roll-Ups
Think portion control with these individual lasagna roll-ups.
Leftovers are great for lunch the next day.
This version blends peas, leeks and carrots with diced turkey, all in a creamy herb sauce.


Photographer: Jake Sternquist, Food stylist: Annie Probst, Prop stylist: Gabriel Greco

Brian Woodcock; Styling: Cindy Barr




Photography / Fred Hardy, Styling / Ruth Blackburn / Audrey Davis
