Revisit Those New Year's Resolutions With 5 Healthy New Recipes

"My kids have always loved black beans, so I was looking to find a way to make them a more substantial meal instead of a side dish. This simple soup hits the spot. For richer flavor, you could use some chicken stock, but I like this version because it's completely vegetarian."

"Skirt steak is packed with flavor and is a great alternative to more expensive cuts. You'll love it in steak tacos or served on its own with this delicious herb sauce. The most important thing about preparing skirt steak is to slice it against the grain. The grain in the skirt steak is obvious — it looks like big lines running across the meat. Cut the slices perpendicular to those lines, and you're left with very tender, flavorful meat."

"One day I was making hummus when I realized I didn't have one of the key ingredients — tahini. So I took a sharp left turn into my pantry and added a few secret ingredients. This creamy garbanzo dip with sun-dried tomatoes is now my go-to party dip for adults and kids. Serve it with baked pita chips or fresh veggies like cucumber, jicama, or celery, if you want to keep it gluten free. You can even spread it on a chicken sandwich. Yum!"

"My kids love this mini-meatball soup so much. They always ask for seconds. And it's a hit with adults, too! Cook it over the weekend, when you have some time to chop the veggies. Don't be intimidated by the long list of ingredients. Once the chopping is done, it all just cooks together in one pot. Make it ahead and enjoy it all week."