Yes, you heard me correctly…there really is healthy comfort food. If you live in the northeast or many other parts of the US, you’ve experienced record low temperatures over the last few weeks. I fight the urge to hibernate from November through March; if I had my way, I would stay holed up with a blanket, a cozy fire and stews, casseroles and hot chocolate for the entire winter.

Of course, that’s pretty much impossible but I have found a way to eat those yummy hot meals that you crave when it’s cold outside and not worry (too much) about my waistline.

Here are some healthy, yet hearty recipe’s to keep you’re body happy and your taste buds satisfied this winter.

Baked Mac & Cheese (eatingwell.com)

http://www.eatingwell.com/recipe/252079/baked-mac-cheese/

Crockpot Beef & Broccoli (lifeinthelofthouse.com)

https://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/crock-pot-beef-and-broccoli/

Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken with Vegetables (damndelicious.net) 

https://damndelicious.net/2015/06/05/slow-cooker-honey-garlic-chicken-and-veggies/

Slow Cooker Turkey Meatballs (bbcgoodfood.com)

https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/slow-cooker-meatballs

Slow Cooker Vegetarian Lasagna (eatingwell.com)

http://www.eatingwell.com/recipe/252492/slow-cooker-vegetarian-lasagna/

Sweet Potato Stew (tasteofhome.com)

https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/sweet-potato-stew

Healthy Hot Chocolate (thechiclife.com)

http://thechiclife.com/2014/02/healthy-hot-chocolate-clean-eats.html