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I remember making my first spaghetti squash when I was a teenager. My sister and I had so much fun combing out strands of the squash as you would spaghetti. We always called spaghetti squash “our” spaghetti. This version is much more grown up with the flavors of sage and cheese, but to be honest, I could still top spaghetti squash with a little marinara sauce and call it a meal.

Looking for a lower-carb side dish? This festive salad is easy to put together and makes for a light, yet tasty side on Thanksgiving - or any other day of the month!

Most store-bought barbecue sauces are loaded with added sugars. This quick and easy homemade sauce gets it sweetness from applesauce instead! This recipe is for a small batch, but you could easily double, triple or even quadruple it. Store leftovers in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to one week. Find this recipe and more in The Clean & Simple Diabetes Cookbook by Jackie Newgent, RDN, CDN

Asparagus is one of the first green veggies to start popping up in early spring. Here is a simple recipe that lets those spears shine! They’re seasoned with pepper and lemon zest, then finished with fresh lemon juice and a dusting of parmesan

A light summer salad that makes a great side or snack. The crunchy cucumber is extra refreshing this time of year! Pack this salad along with some sandwiches for your next day trip to the pool or beach.

When you are craving something cheesy, try this low-carb snack. Cauliflower adds extra fiber and nutrients and baking gives it a light crunch. You can add garlic powder and/or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes to give them an extra kick of spice.

Are you tired of the same boring vegetables every night and need a change? Are you not sure how to cook kale or spinach? Try this delicious and easy dish for a nutritious addition to your dinner. Leafy greens are packed full of vitamins and fiber, and are low in calories and carbs.

Author Robyn Webb says, "Salsa isn’t just tomatoes. Scour the salad bar and you’ll find a bevy of ingredients to make homemade salsa special. Paired with a juicy, but lean grilled steak, it’s a perfect summer meal."

Amy Riolo's Note: In addition to their creamy texture and buttery flavor, artichokes contain healthful antioxidants. If you’ve never worked with fresh artichokes before, don’t be intimidated. The steps to prepare them are simple, and after cooking them once, you’ll be a pro. When baby artichokes are in season, try using those—they cook in only half the time. When fresh artichokes are not in season, substitute canned, reduced-sodium artichoke hearts or frozen hearts. This recipe from The Italian Diabetes Cookbook, by Amy Riolo. To purchase this cookbook directly from the ADA, click here.