Healthy Recipes

Getting your children, or even your husband, to eat vegetables can be a challenge. If you make pancakes, you'll find this is an easy way to disguise vegetables. Your children will even ask for...

This recipe for vegetarian lentil steaks is one of my all-time favorite vegetarian recipes. It combines three incomplete proteins (the rice, the lentils, and the oatmeal) to make a complete...

Sesame seeds are popular in Oriental and Mid-Eastern cooking. Seeds should be stored in the refrigerator (so they don't get rancid). The oil which is used for salads and frying, can remain at...

We all dread those nasty cold and flu symptoms sneaking up on us. Some of us can't seem to avoid them especially during the winter months. When I feel the on set of a cold or the flu I use a...

Vegetarian cheese is not simply cheese made without the use of rennet, which is an animal product. For non-lacto vegetarians or vegans, the use of any animal product, including dairy, is...

Homemade yogurts are a tradition in most countries.It is made almost each and every day.As a child,I never had store bought yogurt.My mother always used to make yogurt at home.It's...

Good news! Summer squash, like zucchini, yellow crook neck, and patty pan squash, aren't just for summer. According to the USDA, these tasty and nutritious vegetables add vitamins A and C,...

Want a snack you can feel good about giving to your kids? Need something that will travel well? This is one food that won't hang around long, they will be begging you for more. If you have an hour...

Oats are considered healthy.They have a fiber called beta-glucen along with every nutrient possibly known to mankind.They work magic when it comes to reducing cholesterol and blood pressure.They...

Chicken fajita's are a healthy quick meal that can be prepared in a short time. There are several variations of Chicken fajita, and in this one, you use Corona beer instead of oil or water!

The natives of Peru have grown and harvested maca root since approximately 1600 B.C. Maca root is believed to help improve stamina and endurance, increase fertility and promote overall physical...

Tofu is made from soybeans and resembles a block of soft cheese. It has very little flavor of its own and will absorb the flavors from the food it is being cooked with. In many recipes, you can...

Make a Diabetic(sugar-free) lasagna for yourself or family.

Here you will be learning a wonderful healthy bread recipe. This is a great recipe and one that I've used for a very long time so I decided to share it.

This is a great recipe that should please vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike. The combination of tofu, rice, and barbeque provides a filling and satisfying meal that is suitable for a main...

This is an easy and low fat, low sodium version of Spanish rice that I have made for years. This will give you about 5 or 6 servings for the portions I use, however it is fairly simple to adjust...

This lip smacking pumpkin recipe is a favorite of north Indians. A very healthy avatar of the traditional version without losing its flavor and its nutrition.Loaded with vitamin A and antioxidant...

Spinach lovers will be able to cook this lip smacking less spicy and spinach flavored healthy easy Indian recipe in a microwave oven,in not more than 30 minutes.

The benefits of soy meat are many, including reduced fat and ample protein content. Since soy meat is a "mock meat," it lacks animal ingredients and is used widely by vegetarians as a substitute...

Sweet stevia, a plant related to marigold and chicory, has been used for ages by Paraguayan natives as a sweetener. It's gained popularity as a replacement for sugar and sugar substitutes because...

Pumpkin is a delicious and healthy food. It's loaded with dietary fiber. I love to use it in a lot of different recipes all year long. This recipe is one that my children love. I like to take...

Mexican food is just behind Chinese in terms of our top favorite cuisines in this country, but when people think of Mexican, they often think of fatty, greasy food. This recipe is a refreshing...

Chili can be made in many different ways with ingredients to suit individual taste preferences. This recipe is for those who have taste for the full natural flavor, different from prepared chili...

This delicious and low fat recipe is great for any week night entree! So tasty! The lemon perks up your taste buds and your tummy gets really happy! (only 181 calories per serving - serving size:...

Those who need to limit their carbohydrate intake, such as diabetics, or those trying to lose weight, often find it difficult to come up with interesting and nutritious alternatives to their...

Moist, yet light, these muffins are so very potent because they contain as much flaxseed meal as they do flour, resulting in 25 grams of flaxseed per muffin. Plus, organic walnuts are added for an...

Bison, or buffalo, is a healthy red meat with less fat per ounce than beef. Buffalo can be prepared in beef recipes with similar results. Below is an excellent recipe for preparing bison roast in...

The cost of Ranch Dressing Dry Mix Packets are becoming more expensive as time goes by. Some brands add MSG (Mono Sodium Glutamate), which is a flavor enhancer. Many people can't tolerate msg and...

Many a times we find food leftover from last night dinner and don't know what to do.,Please don't fret! you can cook delicious mouth watering dishes with any leftover food. Some delicious recipes...

Spaghetti squash--a delicious gourd with flesh that separates into spaghetti-like strands when cooked--is often thought of only as a low-carb substitute for pasta. Most recipes top the squash with...

After suffering a heart attack, dietary changes are often advised. These alterations are implemented with the goal of increasing overall health and to prevent future cardiac problems. There are...

I learned this spicy Indian dish from my roommate who hails from Chennai, India. I use a rice cooker for this dish, but it can be adapted to the stove if desired.

Here's an sneaky inexpensive way to get healthy food into your children, which, as a mother, I know is not easy. I learned how to make these from my grandmother and my family loves them so much I...

Iron is beneficial for many reasons; it aids in healthy functioning of the brain, immune system, blood and muscles. Too little iron can result in anemia, which saps the body of energy. Children...

Let the flavors of the Mediterranean set your table tonight with this delicious and healthy chicken dish.

Mixed infusion of Thai flare with Mexican style, and a very low fat healthy diner. Very easy to make and your family will love it.

With varying food preferences and dietary needs, cooking dishes to appeal to everyone in a family can be difficult. These family-friendly recipes base their flavor on familiar tastes that even the...

Ever desired a healthy alternative to fried chicken? This is it...WITH MORE FLAVOR. Baked chicken with a healthy breading and tons of flavor!

Often difficult to find and expensive to purchase, diabetic snack bars provide a portable source of energy without affecting blood sugar. By using fiber filled fruit and whole grains, homemade...

Learn the recipe for awesomely delicious vegetable muffins that the entire family will love. Having trouble getting your children to eat their veggies? Not any more! Having trouble getting the...

Vegan children should be able to enjoy the same types of foods as non-vegans. Learn to alter classic recipes to create vegan-friendly fare. Many children are willing to try new vegan foods. Vegan...

A delicious Asian-inspired recipe for beef and vegetable stir fry.

There is nothing better than going out to your garden and whipping up some fresh Garden Salsa! This recipe is simple and can be made with garden fresh or store bought items. You can't go wrong!

This recipe makes the best homemade canned tomato spaghetti sauce. I grow my own garden vegetables as well as the herbs that season the sauce. If you don't grow your own vegetables that's okay,...

This quick and easy meal is always a family favorite. I always have the ingredients on hand. This soup can warm you up on a cold evening, or be a light soup for a hot evening. You can spice...

By now, everyone realizes the healthy benefits of adding wild salmon to your diet. These patties are loaded with nutritious ingredients and are a welcome change from the usual marinated, broiled,...

Dress up a fruit plate or add a complimenting flavor with a healthy dip. Numerous dips use chocolate or sugary ingredients, which negates the purpose of eating something healthy. Fortunately,...

Shrimp is full of vitamin D which is good for the bones and over all sense of well being, many of us are lacking vitamin D in our daily diet. Cashews are full of magnesium which is good for the...

Atole is a traditional Mexican drink, generally made with masa harina (ground corn). This drink can also be made from regular flour, and can be a quite filling breakfast drink, or warming drink...

Fruit dips that are considered healthy are most often composed of less sugar and fat than most other fruit dip recipes. Some also include herbs or spices known to be beneficial for good health....