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Herby red potatoes and green beans are a delicious side dish

This mixed veggie dish is an example of how to increase your vegetable intake while managing your carbohydrate intake. Serve alongside a protein entree with additional vegetables like Braised Chicken Thighs with Mushrooms or Smoky Pork Chops with Tomatoes. Rustic Red Potatoes and Green Beans Recipe courtesy of the American Diabetes Association and Diabetes Food Hub Ingredients: 1 pound fresh green beans 6 petite red potatoes, cut into eighths 2 tablespoons of olive oil, divided 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt, divided 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, divided 1/4 teaspoon dried ...

Use a slow cooker to create delicious bites for the big game

No matter which teams fans support, they’re sure to get hungry watching the action play out. That’s why game day hosts need to plan for various foods to keep guests satiated as they follow the scores. Dips, small bites and other finger foods are staples when the game is on because they ...

Try these recipes featuring better-for-you ingredients

FAMILY FEATURES — From salads and snacks to breakfast, lunch and dinner, rounding out a full menu of healthy meals shouldn’t be a chore. In fact, you can still enjoy your favorite flavors and tickle your taste buds with nutritious recipes that capitalize on powerful ingredients you ...

Valentine’s Day indulgence done devilishly right

If asked to describe the favored foods of Valentine’s Day in a single word, “decadent” might prove the most apt descriptor. Foodies and non-foodies alike recognize that Valentine’s Day and chocolate are intertwined, making the day an ideal time to indulge in something decadent. This ...

Weeknight paprika-cumin chicken evokes Moroccan grilling

In Morocco, djej mechoui simply means grilled chicken, but the aroma coming off it makes clear that it is so much more. Slathered in smen, or fermented butter, the bird is richly seasoned with a mixture of cilantro, parsley, paprika, cayenne and cumin before being cooked over glowing coals. ...

Low-carb mashed potatoes that feature herbs and olive oil are full of flavor

Having diabetes doesn’t mean you have to cut out starchy foods completely. You can still enjoy them in the right portion sizes. This recipe for mashed potatoes skips the butter and cream and uses healthier ingredients to make a dish that is still tasty and full of flavor. There’s only a total of 18 grams of carbs in this dish. Herb And Olive Oil Mashed Potatoes Recipe courtesy of Diabetes Food Hub, American Diabetes Association Ingredients: 10 baby golden potatoes, scrubbed and quartered 1/4 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive ...