Health & Wellness

I lightened up a recipe that I found in a cookbook, and these grilled kabobs were the tasty result. The scrumptious peanut butter dipping sauce is always a hit. —Hannah Barringer of Loudon, Tennessee,Ingredients3/4 pound uncooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), peeled and deveined3/4 pound chicken tenderloins, cut into 1-inch cubes4 green onions, chopped1 tablespoon butter2 garlic cloves, minced1...

This colorful soup is vegetarian-friendly and full of fresh flavors from a rainbow of vegetables. You can use any multicolored pasta in place of the spirals. —Crystal Schlueter, Northglenn, Colorado,Ingredients4 large stems Swiss chard (about 1/2 pound) or fresh baby spinach2 tablespoons olive oil1 medium red onion, finely chopped6 cups vegetable broth2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) fire-roasted diced...

I first served this at an Easter dinner. Delicious! My guests suggested I use even more shallots. It's so easy, nutritious and always a hit! —Rosemary Schirm, Avondale, Pennsylvania,Ingredients1 tablespoon butter1/2 pound fresh sugar snap peas, trimmed1 cup frozen peas2 shallots, thinly sliced1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper image/svg+xml Text Ingredients View Recipe, DirectionsIn a large cast-iron or other...

Low-sodium ingredients don't diminish the full flavor of this brothy soup sent in by Bonnie LeBarron, Forestville, New York. The ground turkey gives the soup a heartiness everyone will welcome on a cold blustery evening.,Ingredients1 pound lean ground turkey1 cup chopped celery1/2 cup chopped onion2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium beef broth2-1/2 cups...

Our family craves this cheesy chili dip so much we make two batches, especially for the guys. If you’re not grilling out, bake it in the oven. —Valorie Ebie, Bel Aire, Kansas,Ingredients1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese1 can (15 ounces) chili with beans2 cups shredded cheddar cheese2 thinly sliced green onions, optionalTortilla chip scoops image/svg+xml Text Ingredients...

These adorable treats were inspired by the chocolate-covered ice cream cones I used when I was little. These cone are even better since there is no melting or dripping! They'll go fast at bake sales. —Julie Beckwith, Crete, Illinois,IngredientsICE CREAM CONES:1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/4 cup heavy whipping cream12 ice cream sugar conesCARAMEL CORN:7 cups air-popped popcorn1/2 cup...

Pretty and tasty, this layered dips has become my signature appetizer. We make this for almost every party and family occasion we attend.—Melody Kieffer, Kirkland, Washington,Ingredients1 carton (8 ounces) whipped cream cheese3/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese1 teaspoon curry powder1 jar (9 ounces) mango chutney1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut1/3 cup chopped pecans, toasted2 green onions, chopped1/4 cup dried...

I first tried this sunny side dish because it seemed to be a fresh, nutritious and easy combination. Now it's the only way my husband will eat broccoli. I love to pair it with grilled meat on hot days. -Michelle Hanson, Oacoma, South Dakota,Ingredients1 large bunch broccoli, cut into spears3 tablespoons butter1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced1...

Our Test Kitchen created this pretty dessert to help you impress guests at your next gathering. With a yummy raspberry layer and nutty homemade crust, it's hard to believe that a slice isn't an invitation to stray from healthy eating goals.,Ingredients3 tablespoons reduced-fat butter1/3 cup sugar3/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup finely chopped pecans, toastedFILLING:1/3 cup sugar1/4 cup all-purpose...

I like food with a little zip to it, and this Creole chicken recipe fits the bill. It's especially good served over rice. —Dolly Hall, Wheelwright, Kentucky,Ingredients4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (1-1/2 pounds), cut into 1-inch cubes1/2 teaspoon salt, divided1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon vegetable oil1 cup finely chopped onion1/2 cup finely sliced celery1/2 cup diced green pepper2...