Heart Health Month // Mexistrone Soup
February is Heart Month. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the U.S. In fact, 1 in 4 deaths each year are caused […]
Time to Turnip // Top Ten Ways to Enjoy Turnips
Have you ever tasted a turnip? If not, what are you waiting for? It’s time to turnip! Part of the root vegetable family, they are a versatile veggie that might […]
Pick Your Battles with Picky Eaters // Sloppy Joe
Do you have picky eaters at your dinner table? Trying to please all the taste buds in the house leads to extra planning, cooking, and sometimes tension at the dinner […]
Kids Create // Can You Guess the Veggie?
It is important for both adults and kids to each their veggies. MyPlate tells us if you make vegetables part of an overall healthy diet, you are likely to have […]
Cooking with Lentils // Cheesy Lentil and Bean Casserole
Have you ever found yourself with a bag of lentils? Did you know what to do with it? Do you even know what lentils are? Lentils are part of the […]
Your Choice, Your Move // Healthy Choices Create Better Health
Every day we make choices that can help us feel better and healthier. Being physically active has shown to help people feel better, sleep better, think better, and cope better. […]
Halt the Salt // Greek Pasta Salad
Salt, also known as sodium, tends to get a bad rap in the nutrition world. Your body actually needs salt. The problem is that most people get much more than […]
National Nutrition Month // Chicken Gyros
The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics designates March as National Nutrition Month. It’s a great time to focus on the basics of a healthy diet and set a few goals to be […]
The Skinny on Fats // White Chili
February is American Heart Health Month. According to the Center for Disease Control, heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. […]
National Corn Chip Day // Green Pea Guacamole
Friday, January 29, 2016 is National Corn Chip Day! Corn chips rank high on my list of favorite foods. To keep my diet in check, I avoid store bought tortilla chips […]
Wonderful Winter Salads // Citrus Chicken Salad and More!
It is not uncommon to have lots of sugary treats around the house this time of year. It is important to balance holiday treats and sweets with a well-balanced nutritious […]
You Say Yam, I Say Sweet Potato // Black Bean and Sweet Potato Stew
Do you know the difference between a yam and a sweet potato? It is quite possible that you have never actually tasted a yam. Yams are mostly grown in the […]
Let’s Create! // Cabbage Patch Stew
Cabbage Patch Stew is one of my favorite recipes. It is hearty and flavorful with just a hint of sweetness. To make Cabbage Patch Stew, start by gathering your ingredients. You […]
Going Grain // A Guide to Cooking Whole Grains
Whole grains are an important part of any diet. To understand the term “whole grain”, you need to understand the anatomy of a grain. The Whole Grains Council tells us […]
Weekly Menu Plan // What’s On Your List?
Did you see our Weekly Menu Plan blog post last month? It talks about the steps you take to plan your dinner menu for the week using your local grocery […]
Weekly Menu Plan // What’s on Your List?
One of the best ways to save money on your grocery bill is to utilize current grocery store ads. Start by comparing ads from different grocery stores in your area, making […]
Healthy Eating in a Hurry // Slow Cooker Chicken and Potatoes
Do you ever feel like you are in too much of a hurry to eat healthy? With today’s busy, fast-paced lifestyles healthy eating can be tricky. It is important to […]
Cooking in Season // Limes
Limes, though small in size, pack a large flavorful punch! They are tart with just a hint of sweetness and an essential part of many types of cuisines around the […]
Let’s Create! // Greek Veggie Salad
It’s hot outside! When it’s hot out it can be hard to find the motivation to fire up your oven and cook a hot meal. To keep it cool in […]
Cooking in Season // Red Leaf Lettuce
It’s this time of year, when spring is around the corner and it starts to warm up in Utah, that I really long for fresh, colorful veggies from my own garden. […]
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