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Two stuffed red bell peppers sit on a white plate, garnished with a golden filling, surrounded by fresh tomatoes in the background.

Cheesy Pizza Stuffed Tomatoes

The flavors of cheesy pizza toppings stuffed into a tomato shell. Genius!
Tags: entrees Italian pizza Vegetable Dishes
Plate with shredded squash, spinach, tomato garnish, and a saucy meat dish topped with grated cheese.

Meat Sauce with Roasted Spaghetti Squash. Now THAT'S Italian!

With this fast and really hearty Italian Meat Sauce all you need is *pasta*. This roasted Spaghetti Squash is the perfect no carb stand in. I love this dish. We...
Tags: Beef entrees Ground Beef Italian
Chicken pieces simmered in a rich tomato and pepper sauce, garnished with fresh basil.

Chicken Cacciatore

So bariatric friendly that you'll be smiling after one taste! I love this dish, it's tender, flavorful and meaty, but it's also full of soft vegetables and stuff that's good...
Tags: entrees Italian
Bowl of creamy seafood mixture beside a can of Phillips seafood seasoning on a kitchen counter with a towel and utensils.

Maryland Shrimp Salad

I LOVE THIS SHRIMP SALAD! Shrimp are soft and almost gelatinous, super easy to eat and super delicious with the Old Bay Seasoning!
Tags: entrees fish & seafood Food stages
A plate features a golden-brown roasted chicken leg garnished with thyme, accompanied by green beans and sliced tomatoes, set on a wooden table with a fork beside it.

How to Make the Perfect Bariatric Friendly Meal

This Bariatric Friendly Meal 101 is easy to assemble, inexpensive, ingredients are plentiful and if you follow along and don't fat brain it, is really delicious. You'll be proud of...
Tags: Beef entrees Ground Beef
A spatula lifts a cheesy, baked dish with ground meat and sauce, showcasing gooey melted cheese stretching from the casserole in a kitchen setting.

Chili Dog Bake

The flavors of a chili dog on a plate! But...GO EASY ON THE CHEESE!
Tags: Beef entrees
A grilled chicken breast is topped with fresh salsa made of diced tomatoes, onions, and cilantro, served on a plate with a colorful garnish, showcasing a vibrant and appetizing dish.

Citrus Chicken with Tomato Salsa

Smoked Paprika elevates the flavor of the chicken cutlet to beyond, then fresh salsa turns it into a perfect bariatric dish that you can serve to guests at even the...
Tags: entrees Italian mexican
Shrimp cooked in a creamy orange curry sauce, garnished with fresh cilantro in a black skillet.

Thai Red Curry Shrimp

This dish is a fantastic combination of creamy savory coconut, sweet and spicy. This sauce is also FANTASTIC with chicken!
Tags: entrees fish & seafood
Bowl of refried beans topped with eggs, ground meat, jalapeños, and red sauce on a yellow plate.

Enchilada Ricotta

This dish is Suzi Shaw's creative genius - its creamy, cheese and beefy - with the classic flavors of Mexico!
Tags: Beef entrees Fall Ground Beef mexican
Grilled chicken skewers topped with chopped tomatoes, herbs, and a drizzle of sauce on a bed of fresh greens.

Chicken Sticks with Balsamic Tomato Drizzle

An easy prep meal that hits the grill minutes after you hit the front door. Chicken on a stick with lots of flavor and color!
Tags: Appetizers entrees Italian
Bowl of creamy mashed potatoes topped with chopped chives on a rustic cloth.

Faux Mashed 'Potatoes' - Cauliflower Mash

We are not going to really fool anyone, but this is a delicious dish in its own right! Our Cauliflower Mash is buttery and has the perfect texture. Yum.
Tags: entrees side dish Vegetable Dishes vegetarian
Bowl of shrimp with black beans, corn, tomatoes, and cilantro on a colorful table setting.

Fiesta Shrimp Salad

Late summer produce is piled high and my backyard pot of cilantro needed trimming... and so Fiesta Shrimp Salad was born! Fast, Easy, Delicious and COOL.
Tags: entrees fish & seafood mexican salad
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