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8 Healthy Recipes To Shake Up Your Winter Menu!

January 14, 2022

In the winter it is easy to get stuck in a recipe rut. It can feel like everything is out of season, and you end up buying the same foods all the time. To break through these ruts it is important to try new recipes. Choose meals that are rich in vegetables, lean protein, and whole grains will ensure your meals are satisfying and nourishing. 1. Damn Delicious Quinoa Chili Chili is a staple dish in the cold months, but it can often feel heavy and high in saturated fats. Substituting quinoa instead of ground beef is a great way to add lean protein to the recipe, but still, maintain the familiar texture! Add as many vegetables as you can to your chili to increase the vitamins...

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Healthy Fall Fruits and Veggies to Eat This Season

Julia Zakrzewski

November 24, 2021

Nutrition

Not sure what produce is in season? Read our list below to find out, and be sure to check out the recipes so you can add them to your weekly menu! Apples Autumn would not be complete without enjoying ripe apples in their prime season. There are so many different varieties of apples to try it can be a fun challenge for your family to try and taste as many as possible! You might be surprised by the difference in sweetness, sourness, and texture. All apples are rich in fiber which promotes heart health. Specifically, the soluble fiber in the fruit helps to lower your cholesterol. The peel of the apple will contain a variety of essential vitamins and minerals. Different colored apples offer different vitamins. Add variety...

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Family Dinners: Seasonal Recipes Grown-ups and Little Ones Will Eat Up

Nicole Hopkins

May 26, 2021

Nutrition

If they're available to you, opting for fresh, in-season fruits and veggies is a great way to add some variety to your usual meal rotation. Below, I've rounded up five delicious recipes that the whole family will love, and each one utilizes fresh spring produce! Australia’s Best Recipes Chicken Avocado Fettuccine Even little ones will love this dish! Fresh avocados lend a silky, creamy texture to the pasta sauce, and the seasoned chicken on top offers your family some healthy proteins. The recipe calls for pine nuts, which I love (who doesn't enjoy a little crunch with their creamy?), but if your kids aren't a fan, you can always serve them in a dish on the side so that everyone can add exactly the right amount. Betty...

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3 Must-Try Recipes Involving Coffee

Nicole Hopkins

April 28, 2021

Nutrition

Anyone who knows me at all knows just how much I love coffee. I will try anything coffee-related at least once, and I'm always looking for new ways to enjoy my favorite drink. Over the years, I've found several delicious recipes that incorporate coffee in one way or another. Some are sweet; some are savory, but all are good enough to earn a place in my recipe folder. Today I'm going to share three of my favorites with you! Farm Flavor Coffee Glazed Pork Ribs Coffee is just as good in savory dishes as it is sipped straight from your favorite mug. A bold, flavorful coffee can add amazing depth and complexity to savory dishes, especially if you're using it on meat. This recipe combines strong coffee with brown...

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New Year, New Smoothies

Joyce Huang

January 16, 2020

Nutrition

Did you make a new year’s resolution to get in some healthier eats for your diet? Or maybe you didn’t and just love smoothies? We’ve come up with a roundup of nutritious smoothie recipes that incorporate both vegetables and fruits so that you can get in your vitamins and fiber to start off 2020 right. And you don’t have to just reserve smoothies for breakfast. We love drinking them, any time of the day! I Love Vegan Power Smoothie Spinach is a great green veggie to add to smoothies because it isn’t overpowering and it is chock full of iron, calcium, and magnesium. We love the addition of hemp seeds as well for some bonus protein. Ambitious Kitchen Wellness Smoothie Turmeric root is thought to help with inflammation, while...

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Hearty & Cozy Winter Recipes

Joyce Huang

November 27, 2019

Nutrition

It is getting colder a lot faster than we anticipated. With the temps dropping so fast, we just want to tuck into a meal that is hot and filling. A roster of hearty meals is exactly what we need to stay fueled and warm during the colder months. Check out these recipes that are perfect for now and the upcoming winter season. Mr. Food Better Baked Ziti We love a great ziti. Plus, we love the leftovers too! This ziti is chock full of cheesy goodness that will have you eating up seconds in a jiffy. Pinch of Yum Vegetarian Shepherd's Pie With flavorful mushrooms, carrots, and gravy, you won’t miss the meat in this delicious shepherd’s pie. It has a classic mashed potato topping that is wonderfully mouthwatering. Gimme...

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7 Fall Vegetable Recipes

Joyce Huang

September 4, 2019

Nutrition

Summer veggies and fruits are on their way out to make room for fall’s top picks. You’re going to be seeing lots of pumpkins, squashes, beets, kale, arugula, and more. A bit unsure on how to cook these delightful treats? It can be a little daunting if you haven’t tackled them before, which is why you should try out these easy recipes that will have you feeling like a superstar chef. Food & Wine Roasted Carrots Using colorful carrots with the tops on makes for quite the visually stunning dish. The Spruce Eats Acorn Squash with Glaze After cutting and de-seeding the squash, all you have to do is glaze it and pop it into the oven. The touch of sweetness will feel very comforting. Bon Appétit Avocado-Tomatillo Salsa Verde From...

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7 Healthy & Delicious Bring to Work Lunches

Joyce Huang

August 22, 2019

Nutrition

Eating out can add up every month. Not only that, but it’s much easier to stray and get pizza and cookies over something healthy if you don’t pack your own lunch for work. Check out these delicious and nutritious meals that are perfect for eating cold or heating up quickly in the break room microwave. As a matter of fact, they’re so tasty that you’ll look forward to eating your packed lunch over anyone’s pizza and cookies at the office! Ambitious Kitchen The Best Healthy Turkey Chili Not only is this turkey chili filling and flavorful, but we suggest ladling it over a grain like white rice or brown rice to get in some carbs for energy. Food Network Sweet Potato and Black Bean Burritos Burritos are perfect for...

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Get to Cooking: Delicious Summer Fruit Recipes

Joyce Huang

June 29, 2019

Nutrition

Sweet strawberries, flavorful cherries, juicy peaches, and so much more! Summer is the season to really embrace fruit at its peak. While nature’s candy tastes fabulous on its own, there are a multitude of ways to enjoy them from using them to make easy ice pops or baking them in a mouthwatering cobbler. Try each of these recipes before the season is over! Bon Appétit Tomato Pie If you’ve never had a tomato pie before, you are missing out! Tomato pie is chock full of fruity (yes, it is a fruit) and cheese goodness. You may not want to share any of it, it is that good. Jessica Gavin Fruit Popsicles Stay cool in the hot weather with flavors like peach-strawberry-yogurt, minty watermelon, and blackberry lemon. It’s a great...

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Healthy No-Bake Dessert Recipes

Joyce Huang

July 4, 2018

Nutrition

No-bake desserts are a must for the summer! Not only will you be keeping your home cooler without having a hot oven on, but you won’t have to worry about burning anything. While we have no issues with people wanted to indulge in some fattier, sweet treats, this post is for those who are looking to watch their calorie or ingredient intake without having to sacrifice a ton of flavor. Try each one out before the summer is over! Dolly and Oatmeal Vanilla Bean Icebox Cake Holy crap! Not only is this a beautiful dessert to bring out, but it is dairy free, gluten free, and vegan! We might need to repeat this recipe because icebox cakes are one of our favorite desserts in general to eat. Spry Living...

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