This easy soup is a family favorite and can be easily cooked on the stove or in a slow cooker. It can also be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator for a day or two, or in the freezer until you’re ready to serve it.
Dinner
No Meat Bean Tacos
Beans and corn make a complete protein and one of these tacos provides 8 grams of protein! Add some salsa to one taco and pair with a favorite fruit or vegetable for a complete meal.
Iron Boosting Loaded Baked Potato
Low iron in the diet will make you tired and sleepy. This delicious potato is loaded with iron and makes a great meal. Remember, meat is the best source of iron, but plants like potatoes, collard greens, and mushrooms also have iron.
Roasted Carrots
Carrots provide vitamin A that promotes healthy eyes and skin. Pair this recipe with lean meat and whole grains for a complete and nutritious lunch or dinner
Outdoor Grill Dinner
This summer recipe is great for the whole family. Enjoy this dish with brown rice and your favorite low-fat dip.
High Protein Fresh Broccoli Pasta
This family dish provides a balance of fat, quality carbohydrates, and protein. Prepare this recipe ahead of time and save leftovers for up to 5 days.
Pan-Seared Tilapia with Pineapple Salsa
This recipe provides healthy fats from tilapia, and fiber from the pineapple and beans to keep the heart healthy.
Calcium-Filled Collard Greens
Dairy products have an abundance of calcium, but calcium is also found in collard greens. ½ cup of cooked collard greens provides 135 mg of calcium. Pair this dish with your black-eye-peas on New Year’s Day for good luck and good health!
Whole Roasted, Free-Range Chicken with Winter Vegetables
This healthy whole chicken main course is an easy, versatile, and delicious dinner.
Chicken Stock
Make this nourishing and immune-boosting chicken stock with leftover chicken bones and vegetables.