Recipes

This crispy-topped casserole will win over even fussy eaters who claim they don't like vegetables. It's the perfect mix of delicious and healthy.

Portobello mushrooms have a wide, flat cap that makes an innovative base for mini-pizzas. For a fabulous first course, top the "crust" with a bean puree flavoured with fresh basil and Parmesan, then layer on shredded mozzarella and tomatoes. Check ou

The nutty taste of the whole wheat pasta pairs well with assertive flavours, like this full-flavoured tomato sauce. It has a rich, meaty taste thanks to the eggplant, an excellent meat substitute, and can help with your blood sugar levels.

How can steak be part of a smart diet? Very easily! Grill the finest of steaks, filet mignon, and arrange it atop fresh greens and plenty of vegetables to make a delicious "composed" salad. Read on for a nutritious steakhouse salad recipe the whole f

Lentils add extra flavour and texture to this Italian-style mushroom risotto. Serve with roasted or grilled vegetables, such as peppers and zucchini, or add a mixed salad for a satisfying lunch. Check out these simple risotto recipes that will help l

Salads are a healthy option for anyone looking to regulate their blood sugar. These two recipes put a spin on your usual salad, and could win over even the most stubborn carnivore.

Looking for foods to improve your blood sugar? These two must-try recipes are refreshing and make an appetizing lunch or dinner.

We've squeezed three healthy seasonings — turmeric, fenugreek and garlic — into this spicy stew. It's easy-to-make, stores well and adds a bit of spice to your life, all while maintaining your blood sugar.

You can think of this custard as the best part of a pumpkin pie, and enjoy the fact it's significantly lower in calories. While it may have a fall feel, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect year-round.

If you love cheesecake — and who doesn't? — you'll certainly enjoy this wholesome bar cookie. It's easy to make and keeps in the fridge for days, so you can have a sweet treat whenever the mood strikes.

Looking for foods to improve your blood sugar? These two recipes pair perfectly together.

Made with a healthy dose of berries and stone fruits, this dessert bursts with flavour, yet contains surprisingly few calories and no fat. It's a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth while maintaining your blood sugar levels.

Heaping your plate with generous portions of broccoli and spinach is an excellent strategy for eating with blood sugar in mind — but not if you drown it in butter or cheese sauce. There's a way to cook delicious vegetable recipes without using heavy

There are some recipes that are classics in most kitchens, but can get old pretty quickly if you make the same recipe all the time. These two recipes take a couple of classics and give them a new taste to keep your dinner interesting and your body he

Caponata is terrific for entertaining because you can make it ahead of time. In fact, it gets better as it sits. Made with plenty of vegetables, it is well flavoured with olive oil — a "good fat" that may help reverse insulin resistance. Read on to l

Nearly everyone has a craving for a chewy chocolate treat from time to time. Here is a way to indulge yourself with a whole-grain brownie that contains much less saturated fat than traditional recipes. We've lowered the glycemic load by replacing som

We've created this blood sugar-friendly version of a tasty risotto, which swaps nutty tasting whole grain barley for the white rice. Try this on its own or as a blood-sugar-friendly side.

When people think "helps maintain blood sugar," they often think vegetarian. But this meaty pasta dish will satisfy your inner carnivore and keep your blood sugar levels happy.

Quinoa is higher in protein than any other grain and has recently become very popular among health food proponents. Accented with Latin flavours, this versatile side pairs well with seafood, poultry or pork.

If you're struggling to incorporate vegetables into your meals, perhaps it'll be easy if you add a little spice. Here are a couple of recipes that are delicious as sides and on their own.