A dinner that supports a healthy heart shouldn’t be hard to preparenor should it be bland and boring.
Instead of beef, we use moist, boneless chicken thighs.
Barley adds a chewiness to provide texture, while dried mushrooms lend an earthiness and depth.
Photo: Photographer: Greg DuPree, Food Stylist: Ali Ramee Prop Stylist: Christine Keely
Finishing with acidic lemon juice brightens the flavors.
Slow-Cooker Jambalaya
This hearty jambalaya is bursting with chicken, smoked turkey sausage and shrimp.
If frozen roasted corn isn’t available, substitute regular.
PHOTOGRAPHER: JEN CAUSEY; FOOD STYLIST: AIL RAMEE; PROP STYLIST: CLAIRE SPOLLEN
Savory Bean Spinach Soup
Let a slow cooker complete this vegetarian soup.
Serve it in cups as a sandwich side or ladle it into bowls for a light meal.
Serve this Tuscan-inspired dish with crusty bread, a glass of Chianti and a salad.
PHOTOGRAPHER: JEN CAUSEY; FOOD STYLIST: AIL RAMEE; PROP STYLIST: CLAIRE SPOLLEN
Serve over creamy polenta or buttered whole-wheat egg noodles.
