The Festival of Lights is going on right now. And among the many traditions of this beautiful holiday is the beloved food.

Beef brisket is chief among the amazing dishes served during this time and David Feder, a food writer in Buffalo Grove, IL, has put a new twist on this traditional favorite for Hanukkah.

It’s flavored with apricots and prunes for a slightly different taste. Isn’t it fun to change it up just a bit? Check out the entire beef brisket recipe and try it this year!

Feder suggests serving it with fluffy couscous and some garlicky green beans. Put your own stamp on it and make it a family favorite people will ask for year after year.

Sounds like a winner to me!

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Family’s coming to town!

That means you’re responsible for multiple meals. It doesn’t end with just the turkey.

Here’s a fun twist on an all-time family favorite:  Honey Barbecue Meatloaf.

It’s smoky and sweet and only 310 calories per serving. Now you won’t have to hear Aunt Edna whine about her waistline!

Click here to see all the yummy details about this lifesaver. During those holiday downtimes, your family will have one less thing to complain about!

You’re welcome.

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Celebrate Veterans Day this weekend with a healthy feast!

Shape Magazine wants to help you do that with their “5 Healthy, Patriotic Recipes to Celebrate Veterans Day.”

Honor the military men and women in your life with a meal of Confetti Burgers with Cilantro (see gorgeous photo above), Pumpkin Spice Bread and more. Click here for the step-by-step instructions to these healthy, flavorful creations.

I can’t think of a tastier way to show how much we appreciate our men and women who have served so valiantly.

Thank you to all our veterans!!!

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