These comfort food recipes are hearty, delicious and also diabetes-friendly.

We watched the carbs and sodium while still packing in flavor.

Enjoy pasta, casseroles, shrimp and more.

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Tip: Partially freeze the beef for easier slicing.

We love peanuts for their inexpensive price and versatile flavor.

They’re also a great source of protein–1 ounce has 7 grams.

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Air-Fryer Popcorn Shrimp

These air-fried popcorn shrimp get crispy and crunchy with very little oil.

Look for the smallest shrimp you could find so they will cook evenly.

Cream cheese adds the final bit of richness and a hint of sweet tang.

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Serve this Tuscan-inspired dish with crusty bread, a glass of Chianti and a salad.

A fast pan sauce gets life from zesty lemon juice, warm crushed red pepper and herby parsley.

Serve with a slice of whole-wheat baguette to swipe up every last drop of sauce.

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Slow-Cooker Jambalaya

This hearty jambalaya is bursting with chicken, smoked turkey sausage, and shrimp.

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Slow-Cooker Chicken White Bean Stew

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