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Baked Mac & Cheese

Mac & cheese can be a true comfort on a gloomy day, and our healthy update takes advantage of extra-sharp Cheddar balanced with creamy low-fat cottage cheese and tucks a layer of spinach into the middle, which may help picky eaters down their vegetables. Whole-wheat pasta adds robust flavor and extra fiber.

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Baked Mac & Cheese

Baked Mac & Cheese

Mac & cheese can be a true comfort on a gloomy day, and our healthy update takes advantage of extra-…View slide
Parmesan-Crusted Chicken Tenders

Parmesan-Crusted Chicken Te…

Crispy, Parmesan-flecked chicken tenders dipped in marinara sauce is an easy dinner the whole family…View slide
Hamburger Buddy

Hamburger Buddy

Very finely chopping onion, mushrooms and carrots in the food processor is not only fast—it makes …View slide
Smoky Corn & Black Bean Pizza

Smoky Corn & Black Bean Pizza

The secret to a grilled pizza is having all your ingredients ready to go before you head out to the …View slide
Skillet Tuna Noodle Casserole

Skillet Tuna Noodle Casserole

Known as Tuna-Pea Wiggle to some, this family-friendly tuna noodle casserole tends to be made with c…View slide
Old-Fashioned Spaghetti & Meatballs

Old-Fashioned Spaghetti & M…

To stretch the ground beef, we use high-fiber bulgur and whole-wheat breadcrumbs in the meatballs, w…View slide
Rich Chicken Stew

Rich Chicken Stew

A blanquette is a classic French stew of veal, chicken or lamb with mushrooms in a velvety sauce. Th…View slide
The EatingWell Taco

The EatingWell Taco

Building the perfect taco is a very personal task—cheese under meat, cheese on top, no cheese at a…View slide
Sausage, Pepper & Mushroom Pizza

Sausage, Pepper & Mushroom …

This sausage, pepper and mushroom pizza is just a little more work than calling for delivery (but no…View slide
EatingWell Fish Sticks

EatingWell Fish Sticks

You can make these homemade fish sticks in about the same amount of time it takes to bake a box of t…View slide
No-Bake Macaroni & Cheese

No-Bake Macaroni & Cheese

Not only is this ultra-creamy version of mac-and-cheese nearly as fast as the boxed variety, but you…View slide
Oven-Fried Chicken on a Stick

Oven-Fried Chicken on a Stick

Here’s a fun way to serve oven-fried chicken for a picnic: put it on a stick. It’s fabulous serv…View slide
Loaded Twice-Baked Potatoes

Loaded Twice-Baked Potatoes

Potatoes are one of the great comfort foods, especially when stuffed with a satisfying mixture of le…View slide
BBQ Chicken Tenders

BBQ Chicken Tenders

These crispy chicken “wings,” made with boneless, skinless chicken breast tenders, stay crispy w…View slide
Steak Burritos

Steak Burritos

Here’s a burrito inspired by San Francisco’s super burritos that come packed with meat, beans, r…View slide
Tortellini Primavera

Tortellini Primavera

This creamy tortellini and vegetable pasta is a real crowd pleaser. To make it even quicker, use fro…View slide
Skillet Cauliflower Gratin

Skillet Cauliflower Gratin

Nonfat milk and a bit of sharp Cheddar combine to make a rich sauce without all the butter usually f…View slide
Cornmeal-Crusted Chicken Nuggets with Blackberry Mustard

Cornmeal-Crusted Chicken Nu…

Tossing chicken tenders with cornmeal gives these chicken nuggets great crunch without deep-frying. …View slide
Cheesy Broccoli-Potato Mash

Cheesy Broccoli-Potato Mash

Mashing broccoli with cheese and potatoes might just be the ticket to getting your kids to eat their…View slide
Tuna-&-Tomato Mac & Cheese

Tuna-&-Tomato Mac & Cheese

Tuna mac & cheese takes a trip to the Southwest with spicy tomato and festive blue tortilla chips on…View slide
Ravioli & Vegetable Soup

Ravioli & Vegetable Soup

Fresh or frozen ravioli cook in minutes and turn this light vegetable soup into a main course. Look …View slide
Cheesy Chicken Pasta

Cheesy Chicken Pasta

This ooey-gooey pasta dish is a crowd-pleaser for adults and kids alike—think rich and creamy maca…View slide
Broccoli with Creamy Parmesan Sauce

Broccoli with Creamy Parmes…

Topping steamed broccoli with a good-for-you cheese sauce is an easy way to entice picky eaters to e…View slide
Brisket Sloppy Joes

Brisket Sloppy Joes

Chop the slow-cooked brisket and load up the sauce with veggies and some sweet and spicy seasonings …View slide
Broccoli, Beef & Potato Hotdish

Broccoli, Beef & Potato Hot…

This easy casserole, full of ground beef, roasted broccoli and topped with hash browns, was inspired…View slide
Black Bean Quesadillas

Black Bean Quesadillas

In a hurry? These satisfying quesadillas take just 15 minutes to make. We like them with black beans…View slide
Crispy Baked Drumsticks with Honey-Mustard Sauce

Crispy Baked Drumsticks wit…

These baked chicken drumsticks are crispy-crunchy outside and succulent and juicy inside. Serve with…View slide
Quick Chicken Cordon Bleu

Quick Chicken Cordon Bleu

To make traditional cordon bleu, you layer prosciutto (or other ham) and cheese in between thin slic…View slide
Neapolitan Meatballs

Neapolitan Meatballs

A touch of cinnamon distinguishes these delicious tomato-sauced meatballs. Adding whole-grain bulgur…View slide
Half-Hour Chili

Half-Hour Chili

This truly tasty half-hour vegetarian chili is made possible by using convenient canned beans and to…View slide

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