These vegetarian Thanksgiving casseroles make a delicious complement to whatever is on your table. Coriander and dry mustard add lovely background flavors to the cream sauce. Microwaving the carrots gives them a jump-start in the cooking process and ensures that theyre cooked through. Photo: Diana Chistruga The carrots should all be sliced thinly so they cook evenly. Old-Fashioned Sweet Potato Casserole Thanksgiving isn’t complete without a homemade sweet potato casserole....

We have a variety of veggie side dish recipes that pair perfectly with any main course. Weve also included some tasty latke recipes that are worth adding to your menu. They only take 15 minutes to roast, so pop them in the oven while you make the sauce. Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop stylist: Gabriel Greco Use multicolored carrots if you want a medley of colors. This versatile recipe pairs well with just about any main course....

Grab your casserole dish and make one of these super satisfying recipes. Serve with tortilla chips and sour cream. Cheesy Sweet Potato & Black Bean Casserole A cozy, cheesy casserole is classic comfort food. Jason Donnelly We amped up the nutrition by including plenty of nourishing veggies. you’re able to use precooked rice from the package or leftover brown rice if you have it. If using leftover rice, you will need about 1 1/2 cups....

This mix of deliciously comforting casseroles will be sure to satisfy everyone. The cracker-and-cheese topping adds a nice bit of crunch in every bite. Serve alongside roasted chicken or pork. Photo:Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Lindsey Lower Its ideal for making use of any leftover chicken and rice you have on hand. Potato tots nestled on top add a crispy, golden crust. This easy-to-make dinner takes only 20 minutes to prep and is finished in under an hour....

What we definitely didn’t skimp on is flavor. Looking for a different calorie level?See this same meal plan at1,500 calories. Prep theZucchini Noodles with Quick Turkey Bologneseto have for lunch on Days 2, 3, 4 & 5. Freeze any leftovers for up to 3 months. Make theFrozen Chocolate-Banana Bitesto have as an evening snack on Day 2. Old-fashioned oats take 10 minutes or so to cook, with heartier oats taking longer....

Enjoy the flavors of summer while losing weight with this easy 2,000-calorie meal plan. You don’t want to go too low in calories too quickly. Need a different calorie level?See this same plan at 1,200 calories. Breakfast (451 calories) 1 servingPineapple Green Smoothie 1 slice whole-wheat toast drizzled with 2 tsp. olive oil and seasoned with a pinch of salt. Served with a low-calorie chopped salad, this is the perfect summer dinner....

Ali Redmond Lose weight, eat well and feel great with this easy weight-loss diet plan. you could find more meal plans for weight loss at1,800and1,500 calories. While we previously included meal plans and modifications for 1,200 calories, we no longer do. Photo:Ali Redmond Day 1 Breakfast (421 calories) A.M. ## Lunch (440 calories) P.M. Snack (249 calories) Lunch (439 calories) P.M. Snack (269 calories) P.M. Ali Redmond Snack (305 calories)...

It’s thick, rich and tangyjust like the store-bought version. Room-temperature milk thickens up better than milk straight out of the fridge. Stir in lemon juice. Photo:Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn Let stand at room temperature until the mixture begins to curdle and thicken, about 10 minutes. Stir again before using. Frequently Asked Questions Yes, buttermilk is healthy. Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn When you make buttermilk, like in this recipe, you are adding an acid to the milk....

Fresh pineapple wrapped in crispy bacon is the ultimate mash-up of sweet and savory flavors. Fresh, ripe pineapple yields the best results. Serve with toothpicks to avoid sticky hands. Photo: Jordan Provost Ingredients 1mediumpineapple 12slicesbacon Directions Preheat oven to 400F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with foil. Cut off top and bottom of pineapple and remove the skin. Cut the pineapple in quarters lengthwise through the core; cut out the core....

These dinners can help get your bathroom routine back on track. OK, so were getting a little personal this week. But keeping things running smoothly is important, so lets talk about it. Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Lydia Purcell If your bathroom routine is a little off track, one likely culprit can be alack of fiber. Many people dont get enough fiber (you should be aiming for28 to 34 grams per day)....

This 10-minute breakfast features microgreens, which are young vegetable sprouts harvested just after the first true leaves develop. If you cant find microgreens, alfalfa sprouts or chopped baby lettuce can be used in their place. Kale or arugula will work just as well if you dont have spinach on hand. Photo:Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop stylist: Gabriel Greco Enjoy it for breakfast, brunch or a light snack....

Keeping tabs on your cholesterol levels can be super helpful when it comes to maintaining a healthy heart. The base of the soup is prepped ahead of time and stored in separate containers. Simply add the broth and heat it in the microwave when youre ready to eat. Photo: Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely A vibrant parsley and hazelnut sauce finishes the dish with a bright and nutty flavor....

Plus, they all align with the Mediterranean dietone of the healthiesteating patterns around. And the best part is that it is flexible enough to embrace all flavors and types of cuisines. To riff on this recipe, you could swap the chickpeas for white beans, like cannellini or navy. Photo:Greg DuPree Chopped walnuts add nuttiness and crunch to this easy sandwich. To the greens, add a multitude of chopped veggies, such as broccoli, cabbage and carrots....