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Slow-Cooked Meat Loaf
Cooking this meat loaf in a slow cooker means you can come home to a ready-to-eat dinner after a long day at work! Ground turkey replaces beef to make this comfort classic more diabetes-friendly. This recipe can be found in The New Soul Food Cookbook for People with Diabetes.
Chicken Tacos
Author Robyn Webb: "I chose chicken thighs for this taco filling, as the spicy chile sauce pairs better with it than chicken breasts. Feel free to use chicken breasts if you prefer. Chicken is blander in taste than beef, and it benefits greatly from a nice soak in a lime juice-laced spice blend. You can also prepare just the chicken filling (leave out the tortillas) and serve it with a few vegetables on the side for a nice lean, but definitely tasty, meal." This recipe from The Perfect Diabetes Comfort Food Collection , by Robyn Webb.
Turkey Sloppy Joes
This family staple is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner! Using ground turkey instead of beef makes for a lighter version of this comfort classic. Find this recipe and more in The New Soul Food Cookbook for People with Diabetes. To order directly from the American Diabetes Association, click here .
Slow-Cooker Ropa Vieja
Ropa Vieja is a classic Cuban dish. The literal translation is "old clothes" and refers to the stringy texture of the meat when it is shredded. It make a great filling for tacos, or served along side rice or plantains. Complete the meal with serving of vegetables like a simple salad or flavorful roasted veggies like these Cubano Roasted Broccoli Florets .
5 Diabetes-Friendly Recipes for St. Patrick’s Day
You’ll want to put on a green apron to make these fun, diabetes-friendly recipes for St. Patrick’s Day! Whether you are Irish, or simply Irish at heart, these dishes are lower in calories, fat, and carbs than the traditional recipes. (They’re just as tasty, though!)
How to Make Winter Comfort Foods Healthier
It’s no surprise that winter comfort foods tend to be less than healthy. We’re craving warmth and something that gives us feelings of love and nostalgia. They tend to be filled with fat, salt, and carbohydrates—big on calories but not much in nutrition. Indulging in all that nostalgia has its health pitfalls, but there are ways to modify those comfort foods of our past to make them healthier.
2-for-1 Meals: Making the most out of leftovers
Saving leftovers is a great way to get more meals out of less cooking. But eating the same meal two or more days in a row can get boring! Shake things up by repurposing your leftovers instead of just reheating them. Try these “Double Up” recipes—make extra one night, and repurpose it in a whole new dish later in the week.
How to Make Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie
Shepherd’s pie is a comforting dish, but it’s often packed with unhealthy fats and a lot of carbs. This cooking class focused on making a healthier version of a traditional shepherd's pie by using ingredients that are beneficial for people with diabetes. It also highlighted the importance of mindful eating, especially during the holiday season. 3 Cooking Class Takeaways 1. Use sweet potatoes and turkey for a healthier shepherd's pie. Chef Jenny demonstrated how to create a healthier version of shepherd’s pie using sweet potatoes and turkey instead of the traditional beef and white potatoes
Ajiaco (English)
There are many variations of ajiaco. This one uses fresh chard.
Homemade Apple Butter
What to do with all those delicious, vitamin C-rich apples during apple season? Make homemade apple butter of course! For this recipe, add three pounds of your favorite apples and boost the flavor with 100% natural Splenda® Stevia Sweetener, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. Stir the apple butter into your morning oatmeal, spread it on whole grain toast, or add it as a glaze to meat!