From: The Kick Diabetes Cookbook   Makes 6 cups (1.5 L) The three sisters––squash, beans, and corn––were the main crops of several Native American nations. These plants benefit each other, so they were grown close together. Not surprisingly, the combination of this companionable trio benefits people as well. Adding greens makes the mix even more

I developed this recipe for our diabetes intervention patients when I was in the Marshall Islands – this photo was taken there.  We did a lot of one pot dishes and stews to serve over barley or brown rice. The dish can be made with simple ingredients or glamorized as you see fit (see suggested variations).   

This meal turns a favorite comfort food into a nutrition-packed meal.  Perfect for days you just need a warm, soothing supper. Makes 6 servings. 1/4 cup (60 ml) red or white wine or vegetable broth 1 onion, diced 4 cloves garlic, minced 3 cups (750 ml) mushrooms, sliced 1 green zucchini, sliced in half length-wise and then sliced