Four Heart-Healthy Comfort Recipes to Soothe the Soul

By Jodie Shield | Posted on October 23, 2022

Recipe collage of all four recipes — *These four heart-healthy recipes are the perfect comfort food for the winter months. Photo credit: Rebecca Denton*

Every February, we celebrate American Heart Month, which just so happens to coincide with Valentine’s Day. Give your heart a health break this winter and celebrate the month of love with comforting recipes featuring Illinois-grown ingredients like beans, leafy greens, lean meats and nuts.

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4. DIY Almond Butter

Tired of spending a fortune on ready-to-eat nut butters? Try making your own DIY Almond Butter. Almonds contain omega-3 and monounsaturated fats, and this heart-healthy recipe takes minutes to prepare. Simply whir almonds with oil and salt in a food processor and store them until needed.

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