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  • Farro Salad With Cucumber and Tomato

    Farro, a nutty and sweet whole grain, makes for a deliciously light and filling salad at barbeques and picnics.

  • Pear and Cheese Quesadillas

    The best snacks are those with a variety of nutrient-rich food groups represented. This quesadilla fits the bill because it contains fruit, dairy and whole grains.

  • Crunchy Yogurt Breakfast Bowl

    Instead of the usual small cup of yogurt for breakfast, start your day with a more filling and nutrient-rich meal...and one that contains nearly two-thirds of your daily calcium!

  • Cherry Almond Scones

    Whether for breakfast or a snack, these 100 percent whole-grain scones are packed with wholesome goodness.

  • BBQ Chicken Pizza

    Keep everyone happy -- and healthy -- on Family Pizza Night by trying different combinations with less fat. This BBQ chicken pizza is ready in a flash because it has only five ingredients.

  • Gnocchi With Pumpkin Rosemary Sauce

    Pair a hearty seasonal fruit with whole-wheat gnocchi for this fast and nutrient-rich winter dinner.

  • Sage and White Cheddar Biscuits

    Bake warm and savory biscuits for brunch or enjoy as a party snack with this healthy whole-grain, high-calcium recipe.

  • Maple-Shallot Pork Chops with Spiced Couscous

    Pair lean pork with sweet maple syrup-shallot sauce and spiced couscous for a quick and festive autumn meal.

  • Spiced Pear-Walnut Muffins

    Rich, filling muffins get heart-healthy with whole grains, pears and walnuts.

  • Thai Beef Burgers with Grilled Ginger Pineapple

    Lean burgers go global with tangy grilled pineapple and spicy Thai sauce.

  • Whole-wheat Corn Muffins

    Begin your day with these tasty, low-fat delights. You can prepare them in hardly any time at all and your family will love them.

  • Bow-tie Pasta with Peas and Ham

    With this easy recipe, you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time sharing a healthy and flavorful meal with your loved ones.

  • Sweet and Sour Shrimp With Asian Vegetables, Pineapple and Brown Rice

    This balanced meal in a bowl is high in protein, whole grains and taste -- but low in preparation effort.

  • Whole-grain Macaroni and Cheese

    Say goodbye to boxed mac and cheese with this reduced-fat version that’s high in calcium and comfort value.

  • PB, B and K Sandwich

    You may never go back to the old peanut butter and jelly after tasting this fruit-infused powerhouse on a plate.

  • Super Sloppy Joe's

    Sloppy Joe's are great for a crowd. Keep them super healthy (lower fat and lower sodium) by using lean turkey breast and no-salt-added tomato sauce.

  • Hearty Cinnamon Oatmeal With Apricots

    This hearty oatmeal breakfast is all you need to get you started on a cold winter morning.

  • Oatmeal Orange Mini Muffins

    These refreshing, bite-size muffins are perfect for breakfast or snack time. They're even festive enough for special-occasion brunches during the holidays.

  • Pasta Shells With Creamy Peanut Sauce

    Whole-wheat pasta is healthy, wholesome and filling. Combined with this creamy sauce, it makes for smaller portions full of flavor -- a balanced meal for the whole family.

  • Whole-grain Couscous With Green Onions and Garlic

    Couscous, a traditional North African grain, is a tasty and versatile complex carbohydrate substitute for white rice. It's also a quick and easy option to make with any protein.

  • Oatmeal Raisin Date Bars

    Need to satisfy that sweet tooth? Here's a fiber- and nutrient-rich twist on an old favorite, the oatmeal cookie.

  • Herbed Orzo Salad With Corn

    Who wants to cook on a hot summer day? This simple, healthful recipe takes mere minutes. Works great as a side dish or tossed in cooked chicken or grilled salmon for a complete meal.