Emma Parkhurst, Assistant Professor, Health & Wellness at Utah State University Extension, is teaming up with Utah Public Radio. She'll be hosting a podcast all about Utah specialty crops - products that are unique to our state. Each podcast will feature some of these crops, their health benefits, and the role they play in helping Utahns… Continue reading Cropping Up // Utah Specialty Crop Podcast
The first day of school is right around the corner. It is time to start thinking about what you need to add to your shopping list for school lunches. As you plan, use MyPlate as your guide. Let your kids pick an item from each food group to add. You will have variety and lots… Continue reading Banish Brown Bag Boredom // School Lunch Ideas
Are you looking for a treat that supplies your body with nutrients, minerals, antioxidants, fiber, and protein? A smoothie can do just that! When you use the right ingredients, a smoothie can be tasty and healthy. Follow these three steps to create a nutritious smoothie.A smoothie is a great way to get a serving from… Continue reading Three Steps to a Nutritious Smoothie // Favorite Smoothie Recipes
Many gardeners choose to plant Swiss chard in their garden because of its colorful stems and large decorative leaves. In fact, some people plant it for ornamental use only. It is pretty to grow and nutritious to eat! It is a leafy green, which means it is full of vitamins and nutrients. It can be… Continue reading Pretty To Grow and Nutritious To Eat // Top Ten Ways To Enjoy Swiss Chard
July is National Grilling Month. Cooking outside is a great way to keep your kitchen cool during the hot summer months. Cooking on the grill is a great way to get rich, flavorful meats and veggies. Grilling uses direct heat to cook foods and requires a watchful eye to keep from burning. The direct heat… Continue reading Grilling Skills // Grilled Teriyaki Bites
Are you familiar with Community Supported Agriculture (CSA)? For over 25 years, CSA has become a popular way for consumers to buy local, seasonal food directly from a farmer. Here's how it works: A farmer offers shares to the public.Consumers purchases a share - like a "membership" or "subscription".Consumers receive a box, bag, or basket… Continue reading Community Supported Agriculture // From the Farm to You
Have you heard the saying, "Too much of a good thing"? That phrase came to my mind every time I looked at the raspberry bush in my yard. They are beautiful, delicious, and I love picking handfuls throughout the day. Even after many handfuls, I still have raspberries coming out my ears! Raspberries pack a… Continue reading Too Much of a Good Thing? // Top Ten Ways to Enjoy Raspberries
What if I told you fresh, locally grown, naturally ripened produce was right at your fingertips? What if I told you that you might be eligible to get that produce for free? Sounds like a tasty deal, doesn't it! Over twenty farmers markets across the state of Utah accept SNAP EBT benefits. Bring your SNAP… Continue reading A Tasty Deal! // Double Up Food Bucks
Have you experienced veggie boredom? Do you know how to take veggies from boring to amazing? It only take four steps! Use our Create Amazing Veggies Handout as your guide. You can get a copy here. Watch the video below to see how easy it is to create amazing veggies. https://videopress.com/v/MTtRMCbC?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&preloadContent=metadata&useAverageColor=true Enjoy!
Do you need to increase your protein intake? Have you thought about adding edamame to your plate? Edamame, or soybeans, have been called "meat of the field" because they are a great source of protein, iron, and calcium. This is especially helpful for those who struggle to get enough meat or dairy products in their… Continue reading Meat of the Field // Top Ten Ways to Enjoy Edamame
Walk. Run. Dance. Play. What's your move? Everyone needs physical activity to stay healthy. But it can be hard to find the time in your busy routine. Health.gov wants to help you find time to be active. Click to view in a new window No matter who you are, where you live, on your own,… Continue reading Your Choice Your Move // Join Our 4-Week Challenge
Are you trying to eat healthier? One of the best ways to stay on track is by eating mindfully. Mindful eating is simply being aware of what you are putting in your mouth and paying attention to how it affects your body, feelings, and mind. This is a helpful practice for anyone who is focused on healthy eating.… Continue reading Are You Being Mindful? // Chicken Tenders
Are you confident in the kitchen? Could you make a recipe from scratch? What if I showed you how? Our Create series will do just that! Today, let’s create a skillet meal. In seven easy steps you can create a meal all in one pan. Use our Create a Skillet Handout as your guide. You… Continue reading Create A Skillet Meal // Chicken Spinach Skillet
Are you craving locally grown fresh fruits and veggies? We have a few more months before our local farmers will be ready with their harvest. In the meantime, give papaya a go! Although Papayas are native to Central America, they are available in the U.S. year-round. Like many fruits, papaya is fat free, cholesterol free,… Continue reading Give Papaya A Go! // Top Ten Ways to Enjoy Papaya
Have you tasted a tomato fresh off the vine? What about a cucumber picked straight from the garden, or a peach plucked from a tree? Little compares to the taste of homegrown produce. Having access to a garden lets you eat local, know where your food is coming from, and helps you save money. Eatright.org tells… Continue reading Grow Your Own // Farmers Market Quesadillas
Do you like food with a little crunch? If so, Jicama is the perfect recipe add-in. It may not be pretty on the outside, but it's the inside that counts. It is mild in flavor, crisp, and crunchy. Its texture has been compared to a cross between a potato and a water chestnut. You can… Continue reading It’s the Inside That Counts // Top Ten Ways to Enjoy Jicama
Are you confident in the kitchen? Could you make a recipe from scratch? What if I showed you how? Our Create series will do just that! Today, let's create a casserole. Stuffed Peppers may not be the first thing that comes to your mind when you think of a casserole, but this recipe follows the… Continue reading Create A Casserole // Stuffed Peppers
Who did the lemon rob the bank with? His partner in lime! Lemons and limes are both delicious citrus fruits, but did you know that limes are a better choice when it comes to savory dishes? Limes are less sweet than lemons, with a more sour or bitter taste. Nutritionally, lemons and limes are essentially… Continue reading A Partner in Lime // Top Ten Ways to Enjoy Limes
The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics designates March as National Nutrition Month. It is a great time to focus on the basics of a healthy diet and set a few goals to be more healthy. This year's theme is Celebrate a World of Flavors. Celebrating flavors from cultures around the world is a tasty way to… Continue reading National Nutrition Month // Celebrate a World of Flavors
Eating fruits and vegetables seems easier during summer months when fresh, locally grown produce is available. Even though most fruits and veggies can be found at the grocery store year-round, they may not be as exciting as fresh, summer produce. However, it is just as important to eat plenty of fruits and vegetables in the winter. Choose fruits and… Continue reading Fruits and Veggies in Winter // Berry Fruit Salad
