Sandwiches are a trend that never seem to go out of style. There's ham & cheese, roast beef, tuna salad, veggie wrap, and oodles of others. Have you ever wondered, like me, why a BLT is such a favorite? Is it the bacon? Is it a fresh sliced tomato? In my efforts to inspire healthier eating, a BLT just doesn't do it. Instead, here's a new sandwich that you could say is inspired by a BLT, is very big on flavor, and is a nutrition superstar - the ELT! Say hello to the Egg, Lettuce, and Tomato Sandwich. If you need more ideas about sandwiches then read about Ways to Make a Healthier … [Read more...] about ELT is a Sandwich Big on Flavor and Nutrition
A Loaded Baked Potato & Other Nutritious Substitutions
I grew up eating a lot of baked potatoes. It was one of my mother's go-to dinner starches that was easy to make for our family of 5. Nothing fancy, just a little butter and once-in-a-while, a bit of sour cream. Then, about 10 years ago, baked potatoes and baked potato skins rocketed themselves onto every restaurant menu. The big difference is that modern baked potatoes and skins are all about the decadent toppings, right? There's butter, sour cream, and lots of melted cheese. And, don't forget the bacon. A Modern, Loaded & Nutritious Baked Potato Yes, it's easy to put together a … [Read more...] about A Loaded Baked Potato & Other Nutritious Substitutions