Healthy Recipes

Homemade BBQ Chicken Breasts Ingredients: 6 bone in chicken breast halves (8 ounces each) ⅓ cup chopped onion ¾ cup ketchup ½ cup water ⅓ cup white vinegar 3 Tablespoons brown sugar 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon ground mustard ¼ teaspoon salt ⅛ teaspoon pepper Directions: 1. In a nonstick skillet coated with cooking […]

Whole Roasted Garlicky Herb Chicken Ingredients: 1 roasting chicken (4 to 5 pounds) 2 teaspoons each minced fresh parsley, rosemary, sage and thyme ¾ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon pepper 20 garlic cloves, peeled and sliced 1 medium lemon, halved 1 large whole garlic bulb 1 sprig each fresh parsley, rosemary, sage and thyme Directions: 1. […]

Broccoli-Lovers Lasagna Ingredients: 9 uncooked lasagna noodles1 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced¼ cup chopped onion2 Tablespoons butter⅓ cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules¾ teaspoon garlic salt¼ teaspoon pepper¼ teaspoon dried thyme2½ cups fat free milk6 cups broccoli florets1½ cups (12 ounces) 1% cottage cheese10 ounces reduced-fat shredded Swiss cheese, divided Directions: 1. Cook noodles according […]

Simple Stir-Fried Chicken and Noodles Ingredients: ½ cup chicken broth ⅓ cup reduced sodium soy sauce ¼ cup white wine or additional chicken broth 2 garlic cloves, minced ¼ teaspoon ground ginger ¼ teaspoon pepper ⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes ¾ pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips 4 teaspoons canola oil, divided […]

The Ultimate Chicken Sandwich Recipe Ingredients: 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each) 1 cup buttermilk ½ cup reduced fat biscuit/baking mix ½ cup cornmeal 1½ teaspoons paprika ¾ teaspoon salt ¾ teaspoon poultry seasoning ½ teaspoon garlic powder ½ teaspoon pepper ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper 6 onion or kaiser rolls, split 6 […]

Easy Turkey Pot Pie Ingredients: 1 large onion, chopped 1 garlic clove, minced 1½ cups cubed peeled potatoes 1½ cups sliced carrots 1 cup frozen cut green beans, thawed 1 cup reduced sodium chicken broth 4½ teaspoons all-purpose flour 1 can (10¾ ounces) reduced fat condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted 2 cups cubed cooked […]

Villa Giardino Fresh Lasagna Ingredients: 2 red bell peppers2 green bell peppers1 medium eggplant2 medium zucchini (about 8 ounces each)Olive oil cooking spray 1 tub (8 ounces) part skim ricotta cheese1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese1 cup part skim shredded mozzarella cheese1 egg, lightly beaten2 garlic cloves, minced1 Tablespoon Italian seasoning1 teaspoon salt 6 cups tomato basil […]

Rosa’s Cucina Spinach Manicotti Ingredients: 1 carton (15 ounces) reduced-fat ricotta cheese1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1½ cups (6 ounces) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided2 egg whites2 teaspoons Italian seasoning1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon onion powder½ teaspoon pepper2 teaspoons minced garlic4½ cups spaghetti sauce¾ cup water1 […]

Meatless Monday Chili Mac Ingredients: 1 large onion, chopped1 large green pepper, chopped1 Tablespoon olive oil2 garlic cloves, minced2 cups water1½ cups uncooked elbow macaroni1 can (16 ounces) mild chili beans, undrained1 can (15½ ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14½ ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce4 teaspoons chili powder1 […]

Creamy Pink Penne Pasta Ingredients: 1 package (16 ounces) penne pasta1 cup thinly sliced onions2 Tablespoons butter2 Tablespoons minced fresh thyme or 2 teaspoons dried thyme2 Tablespoons minced fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil1 teaspoon salt1½ cups half and half cream, divided½ cup white wine or reduced sodium chicken broth1 Tablespoon tomato paste2 Tablespoons […]

Italian Vegetable Rotini Alfredo Ingredients: 1 medium onion, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons olive oil8 ounces uncooked rotini2 Tablespoons butter3 Tablespoons all-purpose flour1 cup fat free milk1½ cups fat free half and half1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese1 Tablespoon Italian seasoning½ teaspoon salt¼ teaspoon white pepper1 can (14½ ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, drained1 package (10 ounces) […]

Parmesan Breaded Fish Nuggets Ingredients: ⅓ cup Italian style bread crumbs⅓ cup finely crushed cornflakes⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese2 Tablespoons finely chopped parsley¾ teaspoon salt¼ teaspoon pepper1½ pounds cod fillets, cut into 1 inch cubesButter flavored cooking spray Directions: 1. Combine the bread crumbs, cornflakes, Parmesan cheese, parsley, salt and pepper in a shallow bowl. […]

Peppery Cheese and Veggie Potato Skillet Ingredients: 1 large onion, finely chopped1½ cups sliced fresh mushrooms1½ cups chopped green pepper⅓ cup canola oil6 cups frozen shredded hash brown potatoes2 medium tomatoes, finely chopped1 cup shredded reduced fat cheddar cheese½ cup sliced ripe olives2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and sliced or ¼ cup jarred jalapeno slices (about […]

Creamy Basil Shrimp Fettuccine Ingredients: 8 ounces uncooked fettuccine¼ cup chopped onion2 garlic cloves, minced2 Tablespoons olive oil¼ cup all-purpose flour1 can (12 ounces) fat free evaporated milk1 teaspoon salt¼ teaspoon white pepper⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper1 pound uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined2 Tablespoons minced fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil Directions: 1. Cook fettuccine […]

Succulent Herb Crusted Salmon Ingredients: 1½ cups soft bread crumbs2 Tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 Tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon grated lemon peel½ teaspoon salt½ teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning½ teaspoon paprika4 salmon filets (6 ounces each)Refrigerated butter flavored spray Directions: 1. In a large bowl, combine everything but […]

Italian Five Cheese Stuffed Shells Ingredients: 20 uncooked jumbo pasta shells2 cups cooked chopped spinach1 cup (8 ounces) fat free cottage cheese1 cup part skim ricotta cheese4 slices reduced fat provolone cheese, finely chopped½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese½ cup shredded Romano cheese1 egg, lightly beaten3 garlic cloves, minced1 Tablespoon Italian seasoning1 teaspoon salt¼ teaspoon pepper1 […]

Savory Rice and Veggie Casserole Ingredients: 2 large green peppers, chopped2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1 medium onion, chopped¾ cup water1½ teaspoons canola oil2 garlic cloves, minced1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained¾ cup uncooked long grain rice2 teaspoons ground cumin1 teaspoon chili powder¼ teaspoon salt¼ teaspoon cayenne […]

Farm Market Linguine with Herbs Ingredients: 8 ounces uncooked linguine3 medium tomatoes, chopped3 green onions, finely chopped½ cup grated Parmesan cheese¼ cup minced fresh basil or 4 teaspoons dried basil2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon salt½ teaspoon pepper3 Tablespoons butter Directions: 1. Cook pasta according to package directions. 2. While pasta is cooking, combine the tomatoes, […]

Broccoli Shrimp with Orzo Ingredients: 2½ cups reduced sodium chicken broth5 cups fresh broccoli florets1 can (14½ ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 cup uncooked orzo1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined1 Tablespoon dried basil1 teaspoon oregano1 teaspoon salt½ teaspoon pepper2 Tablespoons butter Directions: 1. Bring broth to a boil in a large pan. 2. Add […]

Zesty Spiced Shrimp Ingredients: 1¼ cups chicken broth10 medium pitted black olives, finely chopped¾ teaspoon red pepper flakes2 Tablespoons lemon juice1 teaspoon dried rosemary2 garlic cloves, minced1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon paprika¾ teaspoon salt¼ teaspoon pepper2 pounds uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined1 pound gemelli pasta (twisted pasta, we used a popular blue box brand) […]

Skinny Italian Spaghetti Pie Ingredients: 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean) 1 cup finely chopped onion ½ cup chopped green pepper 1 cup canned diced tomatoes, undrained 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste 2 teaspoons dried oregano 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon garlic powder ¼ teaspoon sugar ¼ teaspoon pepper 6 ounces spaghetti, cooked […]

Easy Swiss Steak Ingredients: 4 beef cubed steaks (4 ounces each) 1 Tablespoon canola oil 1 large onion, chopped 1 celery rib, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon ground black pepper 1 can (14½ ounces) stewed tomatoes, chopped 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce 1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules 1 Tablespoon […]

Creamy Slow Cooked Garlic Beef Stroganoff Ingredients: 2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules 1 cup boiling water 1 can (10¾ ounces) reduced-fat condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted 2 cups fresh mushrooms 1 large onion, finely chopped 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon salt 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1½ to 2 pounds beef top round steak, […]

Crock Pot Coffee Beef Roast Ingredients: 1 beef sirloin tip roast (2½ pounds), cut in half 2 teaspoons canola oil 2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms 1 large onion, sliced 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 cups brewed coffee 1 teaspoon liquid smoke (liquid smoke is 100% natural) 1 teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon chili powder ¼ teaspoon […]