Looking to try something new or for healthier versions of old favorites? See below for healthy recipes and cooking tips. In addition, please see these sections for more information:
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Add a Little Spice (& Herbs) to Your Life! (PDF | 475 KB)University of Nebraska Cooperative Extension.
Experiment with herbs and spices to improve the flavor of your food. Learn how to use seasonings to reduce fat, sugar and sodium in your diet. Also in Black and White (PDF|512 KB).
Healthy Cooking with Spices and Herbs (PDF | 207 KB)University of Nebraska Cooperative Extension.
Try these recipes that use herbs and spices to create a unique flavor. Also in Black and White (PDF|223 KB).
Families, Food and Fitness Interactive Spice GuideCooperative Extension System. eXtension Initiative.
A picture spice guide with foods to serve with each spice.
Keep the Beat: Deliciously Healthy Eating
DHHS. NIH. National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute.
Download heart healthy recipes and get healthy shopping and cooking tips. Recipes also in PDF|1.9 MB.
The AICR Test KitchenAmerican Institute for Cancer Research.
Find healthy, tasty recipes that have been tested and approved by AICR staff.
Recipe Finder DatabaseUSDA. NAL. FNIC. SNAP-Ed Connection.
Search for recipes to use that are compatible with the US Dietary Guidelines for Americans. They are economical and tasty, too.
Heart Healthy Home Cooking African American Style (PDF | 1.31 MB)DHHS. NIH. National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute.
Recipe book brings together many favorite African American recipes that show how to reduce saturated fat, cholesterol, salt, and sodium and still have great-tasting food. Recipes include Spicy Southern Barbecued Chicken, Classic Macaroni and Cheese and Sweet Potato Pie.
Spend Smart. Eat Smart. Recipes & Snacks.Iowa State University. University Extension.
Snack and recipe ideas including recipe demonstration videos.
High Altitude Food Preparation GuideColorado State University Cooperative Extension.
Learn about various methods of food preparation at high altitudes.
Care and Cookery of Game
North Dakota State University Extension Service.
Learn about preparing, storing, and cooking with Game and Fish. Also includes information on nutrition and recipes.
Commodity Food Fact Sheets & RecipesUSDA. Food and Nutrition Service.
Provides nutrition information and recipes for commodity fruits and vegetables used in the Household Commodity Food Distribution Programs.
Meal Planning + RecipesDairy Council of California. Healthy Eating Made Easier.
Provides recipe and meal planning suggestions as well as general health information. Includes tools such as a recipe database, meal planner, and shopping lists.
Meals for YouMealsForYou.
Learn to create quick, healthy meals using the online cookbook, shopping lists, and recipe finder features of this Web site.
Fruit & Vegetable Recipe Search
Produce for Better Health Foundation.
Use this online recipe database to locate recipes using fruits and vegetables.
Recipes and Tips for Healthy, Thrifty Meals (PDF | 253 KB)
USDA. Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion.
Provides cooking guidance, 40 low-cost, healthy recipes, and a list of best-buys for cost and nutrition. Note: this resource is no longer available in print.
Families, Food and Fitness Dynamic List of RecipesCooperative Extension System. eXtension Initiative.
Recipes for a healthy lifestyle.
Good Nutrition for Busy Families (PDF | 58 KB)North Dakota State University Extension Service.
Brochure provides ideas for streamlining cooking while providing nutritious meals.
Singing the Praises of BeansUniversity of Nebraska Cooperative Extension.
Includes information, nutrient profile, descriptions, cooking tips and recipes.
Grill It Safely! (PDF | 443 KB)
University of Nebraska Cooperative Extension.
This resource teaches you how to select, prepare, transport and grill meat and poultry safely to reduce foodborne illness.
Dry Bean RecipesUS Dry Bean Council.
Recipes from appetizers and breakfast to vegetarian dishes and dessert.
