Cinnamon Baked Apple

Basic Information A deliciously sweet dessert, high in fiber and antioxidants! Nutritional Information: Friendly for Diabetes, Cardiovascular Health and Weight Management. To make this dish more Diabetes-friendly, use your favorite artificial sweetener in place of brown sugar. Ingredients: 4 small baking apples (Braeburn, Empire, Honeycrisp, Jonathan or Rome)  4 tablespoons brown sugar ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon…

Chopped Vegetable Salad With Sesame Vinaigrette

Basic Information Chopped Vegetable Salad With Sesame VinaigeretteServes 4 Ingredients: Any seasonal greens, about 3 ounces1 can of hearts of palm, sliced1 medium zucchini, small dice2 large beets, preferably one red and one golden1 cup organic frozen corn, thawed1 cup grape tomatoes, cut in half1 red pepper, stemmed, seeded and small dice1 yellow pepper, stemmed,…

Chocolate Dipped Berries

Basic Information An easy, refreshingly cold dessert, high in antioxidants. 4 Servings Prep Time: 10 Minutes.  Chill Time: 30-60 Minutes. Ready in: 30-60 minutes. Nutritional Information: Friendly for Cancer, High Cholesterol, Cardiovascular Health.  For variety, use small bananas or grapes in place of strawberries.  These are also a great garnish to add to a small scoop of…

Blueberry Corn Muffins

Basic Information Yield: 6 Standard Size Muffins Ingredients:  1-2 teaspoons butter for greasing muffin tinDry:½ cup + 2 tablespoons corn flour½ cup gluten free flour (see note below)4 tablespoons maple crystals (or finely ground maple sugar)½ teaspoon sea salt1 teaspoon baking powder½ teaspoon baking sodaWet:½ stick butter (4 tablespoons), melted¼ cup organic milk3 tablespoons maple…

Berry Parfait

Basic Information A naturally sweet dessert, high in protein and antioxidants.Makes 6 Servings: Prep Time: 5 Minutes. Ready In: 25 Minutes.  Nutritional Information: Friendly for Diabetes, High Cholesterol, Cardiovascular Health, and Weight Management. To increase fiber and nutrient intake, serve over a dark leafy green salad. Ingredients: 4 cups vanilla flavor, reduced fat Greek-style yogurt, 8 tablespoons low-sugar…

Autumn Butternut Squash Soup with Cider Cream

Basic Information Serves 10 Ingredients: 5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil2 ½ pounds butternut squash, peeled, seeded, cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about 6 cups)2 cups chopped leeks (white and pale green parts only)½ cup peeled carrot, chopped½ cup celery, chopped2 small Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, chopped1 ½ teaspoons dried thyme½ teaspoon crumbled dried sage…

Three Bean Chili

Basic Information A warm meal for a frigid day, bursting with protein, fiber and flavor!  Makes 6 Servings. Prep Time: 5 Minutes, Cook Time: 20 Minutes. Nutritional Information: Friendly for Diabetes, High Cholesterol, Cardiovascular Health, and Weight Management. To increase fiber and nutrient intake, serve over a dark leafy green salad. Ingredients: 1 pound lean ground turkey breast…

Salmon with Black Bean Salsa

Basic Information Salmon and bean salsa are delicious sources of cholesterol-lowering unsaturated fat and fiber.  A great recipe for family and friends! Makes 4 Servings: Prep Time: 20 Minutes. Cook Time: 10 Minutes. Ready in 30 minutes. Nutritional Information: Friendly for Diabetes, High Cholesterol, Cardiovascular Health, and Weight Management.  To increase your fiber and antioxidant intake, serve salmon and…