Thanksgiving is usually a holiday full of overeating and overindulging, but it doesn’t have to be that way! As with all things 4Q — we’re all about striking a balance between enjoying food and indulging, while staying in control and on track.

And as with all things 4Q, we not only help you figure out “what am I going to eat?”, but also “how am I actually going to actually execute that?” To do this, we’re giving you a Thanksgiving Food Plan and Game Plan that will leaving you feeling empowered and prepared going into your Thanksgiving festivities.

While most other spaghetti squash casseroles are low in carbs, they are often loaded with cheese, which significantly drives up the fat. Our secret ingredient gives this dish the same creamy, cheesy consistency as ricotta, but with less than half the fat and more than double the protein! This recipe strikes the perfect balance of protein, fat, and vegetables, making it a perfect meal in and of itself!

Braised chicken is such an underrated comfort food, and this dish is the perfect way to incorporate it into your winter dinner repertoire when you’re looking for something cozy to make. And while you’re more likely to make this during the colder months, it is still light enough to make in the spring and summer if you’re craving some tender, fall-off-the-bone chicken.

This cheesy broccoli soup is just as delicious and comforting as your traditional cheesy broccoli soup, but without the potatoes or cheese, and you would never know the difference! While there is nothing wrong with potatoes or cheese, they tend to get lost in a soup where everything gets blended together. We’d rather eat our fat and starch by enjoying a grilled cheese on the side!

If you’re looking for a comforting dish to make your whole house smell insanely delicious, then this lamb stew is for you! It is full of warm aromatics that you will start salivating before you even sit down to the dinner table.

The best part is that this recipe is so simple and yet with just a few interesting ingredients, takes on flavors that you might not usually find in your typical weeknight meal. It will taste like you’ve been slaving for hours!

This oatmeal recipe is not only super creamy and delicious, but it is full of fiber, healthy fat, and protein so it will fuel you for the day ahead. Just be sure to make a big batch because the whole family is going to want!