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Tips to Get the Most Out of Your Slow Cooker This Fall
If you have a slow cooker collecting dust somewhere, it’s time to pull it out and start cooking! Slow cookers are great for making comforting soups and stews in the fall, but they can do so much more.
Surviving Your First Holiday Season with Diabetes
From the flood of fun-sized candies on Halloween to the candy hearts on Valentine’s Day, and all the holiday feasts in between, winter can be a minefield of food temptations. If you’ve recently been diagnosed with diabetes, you may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and uncertain about how to manage your diabetes during the holidays. To provide a little guidance, we've asked diabetes and nutrition experts to share their top tips for staying on track this holiday season without sacrificing holiday cheer!
5 Must-Have Slow Cooker Recipes
Are you looking for delicious and hassle-free recipes to manage your diabetes? Look no further! Our slow cooker recipes are specially crafted to provide you with a variety of nutritious and flavorful meals without compromising your health. With your slow cooker as your kitchen ally, you can savor delectable dishes while keeping your blood glucose (blood sugar) levels in check.
Garlic Pita Crisps
These pita chips travel well and can be enjoyed with a bit of hummus, guacamole or salsa.
Roasted Red Pepper Coulis
A coulis is simply a thick puree or sauce. This one makes a beautiful and tasty finishing touch for your dishes. (Pictured here with Rosemary Balsamic Onions and Pesto.)
Ratatouille
This is another great side dish for the holidays. It’s packed with vegetables and is relatively low in calories.
Sparkling Strawberry Mint Water
Quench your thirst with fizzy, flavored water, not just plain ol’ water. At just 5 calories, it’s refreshing and tasty.
Green Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette
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!
Holiday Brussels Sprouts with Cranberries
Think you don’t like Brussels sprouts? Keep an open mind and try this recipe. Roasting veggies brings out maximum flavor and the mix of balsamic and cranberries is delicious!
Mini Pear and Goat Cheese Tarts
This is a foodie recipe, but it’s still simple to make and takes just 15 minutes to cook. These mini tarts make a great holiday appetizer.