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Ingredients Preparation time: 8 minutes 2 cups unsweetened 100% fruit juice (a mixed blend of light-colored juices is optimal, such as apple-strawberry-orange juice)2 tablespoons water1 cup couscous1/4 cup slivered almonds1/4 cup shelled pistachios1 tablespoon 70% vegetable oil margarine spread1 teaspoon cinnamon1 tablespoon fresh pomegranate seeds (optional) Directions Yield: 2 2/3 cups Serving size: 1/3 cup Place juice and water in...

Craving a taste of the Mediterranean? You’ll love this exotic chicken dish, flavored with a variety of spices. Ingredients Preparation time: 20 minutes Cooking time: 1 hour. 1 tablespoon olive oil6 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (approximately 4 ounces per breast)1 large onion, chopped2 cloves garlic, minced2 sticks whole cinnamon2 teaspoons ground cumin2 teaspoons ground turmeric1/2 teaspoon freshly...

Managing diabetes doesn’t mean you need to sacrifice enjoying foods you crave. Diabetes Self-Management offers more diabetes-friendly recipes, including desserts, low-carb dishes, savory main meals, satisfying snacks and more. If you’re in the mood for some quick and easy home cooking, you’ll love our mac and cheese — this twist on the kid-friendly classic...

A homemade alternative to a fast-food favorite! Ingredients 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon saltDash black pepper2 cups crushed reduced-fat baked cheese crackers1 teaspoon dried oregano1 egg white1 tablespoon water3 tablespoons barbecue sauce2 tablespoons no-sugar-added peach or apricot fruit spread Directions Yield:8 servings Serving size:5 nuggets with about 2 teaspoons sauce Preheat oven to 400°F. Cut...

Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas are made with flour tortillas, shredded chicken, mozzarella, green chiles and a delicious white cream sauce! EASY CREAMY WHITE CHICKEN ENCHILADAS One of my favorite Mexican meals (besides chimichangas) are enchiladas. Funny side note: did you know the word “chimichanga” is Spanish for thing-a-ma-jig? Ha! This recipe for white chicken enchiladas are no joke...