Our craving for comforting foods is real.
Maybe it’s the familiar flavors of these foods or the memories tied to them.
Either way, they hold a soft spot in our heartsandbellies.
But some “healthy” soups tend to fall short on flavor.
Flavor is important, but so is how you feelafteryou eat it.
Many soups identified as “comforting” may not pack a nutritional punch.
This can leave you feeling unsatisfied and hungry shortly after eating.
Each 1-cup serving of thisCurried Sweet Potato Souphas nearly 9 grams of fiber and 13 grams of protein!
That’s because it uses whole foods, such as sweet potatoes, beans and peanuts.
Day 2: Pork Paprikash with Cauliflower Rice
Balancing carbohydrates is an important part of managing diabetes.
It can be a challenge to find that balance when many comfort foods are heavy on the carbohydrates.
What’s the work-around?
It’s simple: add veggies!
It’s just as satisfying and delicious as ever.
Day 3: Hearty Vegetable Beef Stew
The reason this stew works is because of those veggies!
And that it all gets cooked in the slow-cooker.
A 1 1/3-cup serving of thisHearty Vegetable Beef Stewand you’ll easily get one full serving of vegetables!
This recipe wisely uses whole-wheat pasta, which is a higher-fiber option than refined white pasta.
On top of that, you’ll love that this recipe requires only one pot!
Serve with a salad or steamed broccoli for some additional veggies.
Some tasty sesame seeds top this tasty meal off.
Luckily, you’re able to easily recreate a healthy and just-as-delicious version at home!
And it’s easier than you think.
One serving delivers 29 grams of protein to keep you feeling full and satisfied all evening long.
Day 7: Easy Macaroni and Cheese
Let’s face itwe all love macaroni and cheese.
But if you have diabetes, it may seem way too high in carbs to be a healthy choice.
