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So you’ve eaten too much sugar. Don’t beat yourself up—we’ve all been there. While you might be tempted to do some over-the-topliquid detox diet, there’s no need for that.Nourish your bodyinstead, with healthy whole foods and plenty of water.These casserole recipes—from dinner mains to veggie sides—can help you return to a healthy eating pattern with ease. Plus, they feature anti-inflammatory ingredients like whole grains, vegetables, eggs and herbs and spices so you help fight the pesky symptoms ofinflammationandexcess sugar consumption, including mental fog, digestive distress and high blood pressure.Recipes like our Stovetop Chicken & Broccoli Casserole and No-Sugar-Added Sweet Potato Casserole are delicious and comforting ways to get back on track—and you won’t even miss the sugar.
So you’ve eaten too much sugar. Don’t beat yourself up—we’ve all been there. While you might be tempted to do some over-the-topliquid detox diet, there’s no need for that.Nourish your bodyinstead, with healthy whole foods and plenty of water.
These casserole recipes—from dinner mains to veggie sides—can help you return to a healthy eating pattern with ease. Plus, they feature anti-inflammatory ingredients like whole grains, vegetables, eggs and herbs and spices so you help fight the pesky symptoms ofinflammationandexcess sugar consumption, including mental fog, digestive distress and high blood pressure.
Recipes like our Stovetop Chicken & Broccoli Casserole and No-Sugar-Added Sweet Potato Casserole are delicious and comforting ways to get back on track—and you won’t even miss the sugar.
01of 16Stovetop Chicken & Broccoli CasseroleView RecipeWe trimmed 9 grams of fat and almost 100 calories in this makeover of cheesy chicken-and-broccoli casserole. All the raw ingredients are layered in a skillet, then simmered for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Stovetop Chicken & Broccoli Casserole
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We trimmed 9 grams of fat and almost 100 calories in this makeover of cheesy chicken-and-broccoli casserole. All the raw ingredients are layered in a skillet, then simmered for a quick weeknight dinner.
02of 16No-Sugar-Added Sweet Potato CasseroleView RecipeInstead of loading up this comfort food side dish with tons of brown sugar and marshmallows, we’ve turned to sweet spices, vanilla and inherently sweet dried fruit to enhance the natural sweetness of the sweet potatoes. A topping of pecans and pepitas replaces the traditional marshmallow topping to keep it healthy and add texture and color for a beautiful casserole.
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No-Sugar-Added Sweet Potato Casserole

Instead of loading up this comfort food side dish with tons of brown sugar and marshmallows, we’ve turned to sweet spices, vanilla and inherently sweet dried fruit to enhance the natural sweetness of the sweet potatoes. A topping of pecans and pepitas replaces the traditional marshmallow topping to keep it healthy and add texture and color for a beautiful casserole.
03of 16Spinach & Artichoke Casserole with Chicken and Cauliflower RiceView RecipePhotographer: Jen Causey, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless, Food Stylist: Chelsea ZimmerThis high-protein chicken casserole has a creamy spinach-and-artichoke dip vibe, and clocks in right around 400 calories to help you end your day feeling satisfied—not starved or overly full.
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Spinach & Artichoke Casserole with Chicken and Cauliflower Rice
Photographer: Jen Causey, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer

This high-protein chicken casserole has a creamy spinach-and-artichoke dip vibe, and clocks in right around 400 calories to help you end your day feeling satisfied—not starved or overly full.
04of 16Cheesy Corn CasseroleView RecipeThis cheesy corn casserole is surprisingly light and fluffy, thanks to eggs and a whirl in the blender. The sweet corn batter and salty Cheddar cheese make this casserole pleasing to kids and adults alike.
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Cheesy Corn Casserole

This cheesy corn casserole is surprisingly light and fluffy, thanks to eggs and a whirl in the blender. The sweet corn batter and salty Cheddar cheese make this casserole pleasing to kids and adults alike.
05of 16EatingWell’s Eggplant ParmesanView RecipeHere we bake breaded eggplant for crispy results with fewer calories. The ooey gooey mozzarella in this dish just ups the comfort and taste level and leaves you satisfied and full.
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EatingWell’s Eggplant Parmesan

Here we bake breaded eggplant for crispy results with fewer calories. The ooey gooey mozzarella in this dish just ups the comfort and taste level and leaves you satisfied and full.
06of 16Loaded Cauliflower CasseroleView RecipeYou’ll never want to eat roasted cauliflower any other way once you try this tasty recipe. Bacon, sour cream and sharp Cheddar cheese coat good-for-you cauliflower in deliciousness for an easy side that will make everyone want to eat their vegetables.
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Loaded Cauliflower Casserole

You’ll never want to eat roasted cauliflower any other way once you try this tasty recipe. Bacon, sour cream and sharp Cheddar cheese coat good-for-you cauliflower in deliciousness for an easy side that will make everyone want to eat their vegetables.
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Spinach, Mushroom & Egg Casserole
Greg Dupree

08of 16Chicken-Noodle CasseroleView RecipeFlavorful Chicken-Noodle Casserole comes to life with this diabetes-appropriate recipe. Select light sour cream to lower fat and calorie content.
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Chicken-Noodle Casserole

Flavorful Chicken-Noodle Casserole comes to life with this diabetes-appropriate recipe. Select light sour cream to lower fat and calorie content.
09of 16Caprese Zucchini CasseroleView RecipeYou can use zucchini or summer squash in this caprese-style casserole—or a combination of the two. A sprinkling of fresh basil and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar just before serving brightens up the flavors. Serve with grilled or roasted chicken and some quinoa, rice or couscous to soak up the juices from the casserole for a satisfying and easy dinner.
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Caprese Zucchini Casserole

You can use zucchini or summer squash in this caprese-style casserole—or a combination of the two. A sprinkling of fresh basil and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar just before serving brightens up the flavors. Serve with grilled or roasted chicken and some quinoa, rice or couscous to soak up the juices from the casserole for a satisfying and easy dinner.
10of 16Cheesy Roasted Eggplant Skillet CasseroleView RecipeAli RedmondLayers of tender eggplant, creamy white beans, ricotta and marinara combine to create a flavorful skillet casserole. Serve this hearty casserole directly from the skillet for a fun presentation. Pair with a side salad for a complete meal.
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Cheesy Roasted Eggplant Skillet Casserole
Ali Redmond

Layers of tender eggplant, creamy white beans, ricotta and marinara combine to create a flavorful skillet casserole. Serve this hearty casserole directly from the skillet for a fun presentation. Pair with a side salad for a complete meal.
11of 16Tomato GratinView RecipeA gratin is any dish topped with cheese or breadcrumbs mixed with butter, then heated until browned—but it needn’t be heavy. This one has plenty of garden-fresh tomatoes and herbs, a touch of full-flavored cheese and a crispy crumb topping.
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Tomato Gratin

A gratin is any dish topped with cheese or breadcrumbs mixed with butter, then heated until browned—but it needn’t be heavy. This one has plenty of garden-fresh tomatoes and herbs, a touch of full-flavored cheese and a crispy crumb topping.
12of 16Spaghetti Squash CasseroleView RecipeStrands of tender squash replace pasta for a more flavorful version of spaghetti pie casserole. Not to mention, spaghetti squash is a low-carb alternative to pasta and saves more than 150 calories per serving compared to a traditional recipe. A sprinkling of nutty fontina cheese melts into a gooey topping.
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Spaghetti Squash Casserole

Strands of tender squash replace pasta for a more flavorful version of spaghetti pie casserole. Not to mention, spaghetti squash is a low-carb alternative to pasta and saves more than 150 calories per serving compared to a traditional recipe. A sprinkling of nutty fontina cheese melts into a gooey topping.
13of 16Vegan Green Bean CasseroleView RecipeNow everyone can enjoy classic favorites, like this dairy-free green bean casserole. We make a homemade vegan cream of mushroom soup using almond milk for the creamy base that’s combined with fresh green beans. Top it off with classic french fried onions (we have a vegan recipe for that, too!) for a side dish everyone will devour.
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Vegan Green Bean Casserole

Now everyone can enjoy classic favorites, like this dairy-free green bean casserole. We make a homemade vegan cream of mushroom soup using almond milk for the creamy base that’s combined with fresh green beans. Top it off with classic french fried onions (we have a vegan recipe for that, too!) for a side dish everyone will devour.
14of 16Sheet-Pan Eggs with Spinach & HamView RecipeWho says eggs are just for breakfast? This cozy casserole combines eggs, cheese, ham and spinach and comes together in just 45 minutes—perfect for any time of day.
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Sheet-Pan Eggs with Spinach & Ham

Who says eggs are just for breakfast? This cozy casserole combines eggs, cheese, ham and spinach and comes together in just 45 minutes—perfect for any time of day.
15of 16Gruyère Potato CasseroleView RecipeWill DickeyThe potatoes are perfectly tender in this easy Gruyère potato casserole. The cheese gets brown and crispy on the top and sides and the herbs add a nice accent to this savory dish.
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Gruyère Potato Casserole
Will Dickey

The potatoes are perfectly tender in this easy Gruyère potato casserole. The cheese gets brown and crispy on the top and sides and the herbs add a nice accent to this savory dish.
16of 16Wild Mushroom & Polenta CasseroleView RecipeIn this vegetarian polenta casserole recipe, the choice of cheese is as important as which wild mushroom you use. Morel or hen of the woods (maitake) mushrooms give a more “meaty” experience, while chanterelle or cremini mushrooms will have a milder flavor. The polenta recipe calls for rich, nutty Taleggio or fontina cheese, but you can also use a good-quality washed rind cheese like Brie or Gouda.
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Wild Mushroom & Polenta Casserole

In this vegetarian polenta casserole recipe, the choice of cheese is as important as which wild mushroom you use. Morel or hen of the woods (maitake) mushrooms give a more “meaty” experience, while chanterelle or cremini mushrooms will have a milder flavor. The polenta recipe calls for rich, nutty Taleggio or fontina cheese, but you can also use a good-quality washed rind cheese like Brie or Gouda.
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