When winter hits, nothing beats a hearty, home-cooked meal. But comfort food doesn’t have to mean high fat or full of sugar. With the right recipes, your favourite winter dishes can be warming, delicious and good-for-you, helping you maintain a healthy weight – something that could help you qualify for lower life insurance premiums!

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• 2 skinless chicken breasts, cubed
• 1 cup chopped carrots
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 1 small sweet potato, cubed
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ cup low-fat plain yoghurt
• Juice of ½ lemon
• Olive oil, salt and pepper

Method:
Preheat oven to 180°C. In a bowl, mix yoghurt, turmeric, garlic, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Toss chicken and veggies in the sauce and place in a casserole dish. Drizzle lightly with olive oil. Bake covered for 30 minutes, then uncover and bake for another 10 to 15 minutes until golden and cooked through.

SPICED LENTIL & BUTTERNUT CASSEROLE

Plant-based and packed with immune-supporting nutrients like zinc and vitamin A, this comforting casserole is the perfect meat-free winter dinner.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup dry brown lentils
• 2 cups butternut cubes
• 1 red pepper, chopped
• 1 tin chopped tomatoes
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• Olive oil, salt and pepper

Method:
Cook lentils until just tender and set aside. In a pan, sauté onion, garlic and spices until soft. Add butternut, red pepper, tomatoes and a splash of water. Simmer for 10 minutes. Combine with lentils in a casserole dish, season, and bake at 180°C for 30–35 minutes until bubbling and golden.

KID-FRIENDLY BEEF MINCE BAKE

A lighter take on a traditional mince casserole, this kid-approved dish sneaks in lots of immune-boosting veggies like spinach and carrots with and lots of fibre.

Ingredients:

• 250g lean beef mince
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 grated carrot
• 1 grated courgette
• 1 cup chopped spinach
• 1 tsp oregano
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tin chopped tomatoes
• 2 eggs, beaten
• ¼ cup grated cheese (optional)
• Salt and pepper

Method:
Sauté onion, mince and garlic powder in a little olive oil until browned. Add carrot, courgette, spinach, oregano and tomatoes. Simmer for 10 minutes. Pour into a casserole dish. Whisk eggs and pour over the top. Sprinkle with a small amount of cheese if using. Bake at 180°C for 30 minutes until golden and set.

The Life Insurance Connection

By cooking simple, one-pot meals full of nutrient-rich ingredients, you’re not just looking after your immune system – you’re also making smart choices for your health, your weight and even your life insurance. At MiWayLife, your body mass index (BMI) is one of the factors considered when calculating your premium. That means staying on track this winter could actually save you money in the long run.

Don’t know your BMI? Use our quick calculator over here. While you’re visiting us, why not get a quick quote from MiWayLife and let us impress you with our affordable premiums?

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