These recipes were taken from
Cooking Healthy Across
America, a cookbook from the American Dietetic Association that contains
over 300 delicious and nutritious recipes from all over the country. Visit
Amazon.com to learn more!
What better way to warm up a cool fall and an even colder
winter in New Hampshire than with a thick butternut squash soup? The Indian
curry paste adds another layer of warmth.
In northern Italy, ground beef is used to stuff eggplant
instead of the wheat berries that I use in my northern Illinois home. This
rich-tasting dish carries you to many parts of the Mediterranean, including
Greece.
America’s neighbors to the southwest continue to inspire
our cooking because we love the popular flavors of lime, fresh cilantro,
beans, and a bit of cayenne. Those flavors are showcased here in a simple
grilled chicken breast and salsa (or sauce). Marinate the chicken breast
overnight for a quick-to-the-table, zesty entre that is low in fat. Partner
with Spanish rice and a garden salad for a healthy, enjoyable meal.