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Apple and Gorgonzola Cheese Salad
This crowd pleaser includes sweet fall apples that balance out the pungent flavor of Gorgonzola cheese. Pair the salad with roasted chicken, turkey or pork tenderloin.
Easy Half-Mashed Potatoes with Cauliflower
We replaced half the potatoes with cauliflower for a lower carb, diabetes-friendly version of classic mashed potatoes. Leaving the skin on the potatoes adds additional fiber and nutrients. Pair this side dish with Roast Beef with Creamy Horseradish Sauce for a comforting meat-and-potatoes meal that fits in any diabetes or heart-healthy meal plan!
Spiced Shrimp With Grilled Lemon
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Guilt-Free Breakfast Sausage Patties
Gone are the days of giving up some of our favorite foods! This breakfast sausage is full-flavored, thanks to the ground turkey and lots of spices. Breakfast can, once again, become your favorite meal of the day!
Cumin Pork & Sweet Potatoes with Spiced Butter
This flavorful pork dish goes great with the tasty sweet potato side. Complete the meal by serving this recipe with a side of steamed vegetables or a colorful garden salad.
How To Survive Out-of-Town Family Meals
This can be especially difficult over the holidays when carbs and fat-laden foods are everywhere. Your strict gym routine dissolves, along with your healthy eating habits. And, if you’ve lost some weight or told family or friends about your new lifestyle, you’re now under closer scrutiny by people eager to play diabetes cop. Instead of self-shaming, being stressed, or just giving up, there are ways to modify your routine and stay close to your established routine and goals. Take a walk. If you know that there’s some heavy-duty eating ahead and you can’t get to the gym, take a walk. Get out
Cinnamon Apple Chips with Peanut Butter Yogurt Dip
Get ready for a delicious refresh for a snack idea - try these Cinnamon Apple Chips with a creamy Peanut Butter Yogurt Dip! Each serving includes 5g protein, 3g of fiber, and healthy fats to help keep you full in between meals. And it is made with Splenda® Granulated Sweetener ― so that means it has no added sugars. Keep this healthy snack on-hand for something the whole family will love!
Spinach Artichoke Stuffed Portobellos
These spinach artichoke stuffed portobellos are sure to be a crowd pleaser. Whether serving them as a main dish or impressing friends at a party, this recipe is both diabetes- and vegetarian-friendly.
Hummus Deviled Eggs
Try this twist on traditional deviled eggs. Replace the yolk with a zesty bean mixture to cut down on calories, fat and cholesterol. Your guests will enjoy them just as much!
Thanksgiving Green Beans with Cranberries and Hazelnuts
Brighten up a side of green beans with tart cranberries, fresh lemon zest, and crunchy hazelnuts! This simple side dish feels gourmet but is super easy to prepare. It also makes a nice, light addition to your Thanksgiving table instead of the traditional, heavy green bean casserole. If you can't find hazelnuts, sliced almonds, walnuts, or pecans work just as well. This recipe is part of our Diabetes-Friendly Thanksgiving Meal Plan and has been modified to make 10 servings. The original recipe makes 16 servings and can be found here .