Yogurt & Fruit Go Together - Deliciously! There are some tasty foods that seem to pair together perfectly. I put yogurt and fruit in that category because it seems like no matter which flavor yogurt you choose, or which fruit, the combination is hard to beat. Flavors sing and the nutrition punch is a knock-out! Here's a favorite recipe of mine to try as part of any meal, snack or dessert. Kids absolutely love it, too! Make-Your-Own Yogurt & Fruit Parfait Kids can help by measuring the ingredients and making their own creative parfait, with supervision. Use any fruits you … [Read more...] about Yogurt & Fruit Parfait Recipe
Get New Ideas on FB & Tasty Breakfast Recipe!
Hello! I'm so glad that you've invested in your personal health by signing up to receive the Market Basket Newsletter. This is a great way to receive monthly nutritional tips and recipes. If you want MORE nutritional resources, check out my Facebook page, where you’ll find: Simple, healthy, and fun blog posts. Tips about meals, snacks, and grocery shopping. Quick and healthy recipes Others like yourself! Improve your nutritional knowledge today! Hearty & Healthy Breakfast Idea! Fruit & Nut Pancakes 1 cup Heart-Smart pancake mix (by Bisquick) 1 cup whole … [Read more...] about Get New Ideas on FB & Tasty Breakfast Recipe!
Too Many Veggies in the Fridge? Quick & Easy Ways to Use Them Up!
Over-Purchased, Got Busy, Oh No... Yesterday, I looked in my fridge crisper drawer and got nervous. I bought too much 'green' last week and then got super-busy...oh no. It's not so uncommon a problem to have too many veggies in the fridge. But, if you hate to waste all that healthy bounty, like I do, here are some tips on how to use it up. The Solution Part 1 - See What You Have & Use What You Can! When faced with too much 'green', my first rule is do not panic - do not immediately throw it away. Stay calm and begin a veggie search-and-rescue process. Pick over everything … [Read more...] about Too Many Veggies in the Fridge? Quick & Easy Ways to Use Them Up!
Go Bananas this Summer – Frozen, That Is!
Frozen Banana Popsicles! I've decided that a frozen banana is the healthiest popsicle there is. You've got to try it. They are super cheap to buy, super healthy compared to other popsicles and they last in the freezer for weeks. Another cool thing is that if you're not in the mood for a banana popsicle, then you can make something else with a frozen banana, like a smoothie. I'm not saying that frozen strawberries, raspberries, peach slices and cantaloupe chunks aren't also very tasty when frozen, because they are. Bananas, though, are my #1 popsicle choice. How to Make a Banana … [Read more...] about Go Bananas this Summer – Frozen, That Is!
Featuring Lighter Summer Fare & Father’s Day Grilling!
June 2013 Easy Solutions: Lighter Summer Fare Lighter meals seem to work well for many of us during the summer. Spending much time in the kitchen and using the oven is just no fun when it’s hot outside. What are you serving for dinner tonight? How does a cold chicken salad over salad greens with whole grain crackers and fresh fruit salad sound? Or, would a one-dish cold pasta salad with canned tuna or thawed cooked shrimp, tomatoes, cucumbers and olives with a wedge of cantaloupe satisfy you? This summer, try to keep it simple as you arrange your healthy plate. And, when time is tight, … [Read more...] about Featuring Lighter Summer Fare & Father’s Day Grilling!
Pump-Up the Good Nutrition in Your Recipes!
Tinkering with Recipes! I love to tinker with recipes, or recipe mixes, that I make. By that, I mean I like to add something or substitute something to kick up the good nutrition a notch. A few days ago I made a chili con carne recipe and substituted 1/2 of the lean ground beef with ground turkey breast, for example. Yesterday, I made sliced cucumbers in a sweet vinaigrette dressing with onions and then I added a big handful of fresh chopped parsley. This morning, I added about 1/2 cup canned pumpkin to sweet potato pancake mix (in the photo at the left) -- and a few semi-sweet, mini … [Read more...] about Pump-Up the Good Nutrition in Your Recipes!