Healthy Recipes: January 2021

January 26, 2021

What’s more comforting than something warm on a cold January day?

Our registered dietitians hand-selected these comfort foods that are packed with nutrients and vegetables. It’s a great way to add extra veggies and lighten up otherwise traditionally calorie-heavy recipes. These substitutes do not hold back on flavor and they’re definitely worth a try.

• Shepards Pie with Cauliflower Topping via EatingWell.com
• Butternut Squash Beef Stew via FoodieCrush.com
• Spaghetti Squash Meatball Casserole via TasteofHome.com
• Zucchini Lasagna via TasteofHome.com

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• Nutrition
• Weight + Wellness

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