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This sweet and savory dish uses seasonal apples and cabbage for a budget-friendly side vegetable. Great paired with a simple meat entree such as Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Thyme & Garlic Marinade and Balsamic Roasted Grapes.

Red potatoes have a waxy texture, and they stay firmer than other potatoes when cooked, giving these simple mashed potatoes a chunky texture. Leave the skin on for a pop of color and more fiber. Complete your plate: For a classic "meat-and-potatoes" meal, pair with Southwest-Style Turkey Meatloaf and a simple Green Salad with Orange and Avocado.

Egg salad is a super-simple and low-carb recipe that taste's great on it's own, but also shines in a number of other meals. Perfect for leftovers, it's also inexpensive and very tasty, so go ahead and make a double batch to have on hand. Serve the salad on a bed of salad greens, on whole grain toast, in a whole grain tortilla wraps, on whole grain crackers, or with whole grain tortilla chips as a snack.

Thin fish filets like tilapia or flounder cook very quickly making them an excellent option for a quick weeknight meal. This light fish picks up the sweet and salty flavors from this tomato and olive sauce. Serve with a piece of crusty bread to soak up all the juices!

Author Barbara Seelig-Brown serves these colorful turkey kebabs with a homemade mango dipping sauce that's a perfect partner.

Wild rice is a whole-grain and a healthier option than white rice. This soup is hearty and perfect on a cold winter day.

Lean meats like this roast beef can make a great holiday entrée that the whole family will love.

Cauliflower like you’ve never had it before! This recipe makes a great Thanksgiving Day side dish. It’s better for you than those cheesy potatoes or traditional green bean casserole – with just as much flavor!

White bean soup is a Tuscan classic. White beans are a great source of fiber. Use jarred white beans if available—they are superior to canned.

Don’t let poaching chicken breasts scare you, this easy recipe makes flavorful chicken so tender it's easy to shred. Poached chicken has a variety of uses in diabetes-friendly cooking, like shredded chicken tacos or adding some protein to a salad. The uses are endless!