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Healthy meals: Cooking for 1 or 2
Be creative and keep it fun
Mix things up and try a nutritious snack instead of a traditional meal when you're short on time or energy. For example, spread a brown rice cake with ricotta cheese and fresh strawberries or herbed goat cheese and sliced olives. Other snack-turned-meal ideas are corn muffins served with apple and cheese slices, or fat-free refried beans mixed with salsa, a small amount of low-fat sour cream and baked tortilla chips.
Treat yourself to company from time to time. Invite friends or relatives over to sample some of your home cooking. Or start a cooking club, which is a great opportunity to try new recipes and have fun in the kitchen.
Remember you don't have to settle for peanut butter and jelly sandwiches or a bowl of cereal every night. With a little planning and creativity, you can create healthy and tasty meals for you and your dining partner.
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