There is nothing that says 'fall' more than pumpkins. Not only are they beautiful, but they come in very handy for healthy and tasty eats in the home kitchen. I carve a smiling jack-o-lantern each year for Halloween and then, a few weeks later, add it to my compost bin. The pumpkin that I cook with is simple, canned, solid pack pumpkin. It is easy-to-find at the grocery store, affordable and made from one, natural ingredient: pumpkin. Almost everything tastes better with pumpkin added to it or made from it like pumpkin soup, pumpkin muffins and pumpkin pie. Two of my favorites are … [Read more...] about Pumpkin in the Kitchen
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Fall Foods are Delicious and Packed Full of Nutrition
When the season changes, there's a new feel to the air and a new look on your meal plate. Hello fall! There's something special about the nutrient-rich foods of a new season and fall is a perfect example. Fall fruits like apples and pears are coming out of orchards and fall vegetables like squash, sweet potatoes, and cabbage are at their peak of harvest. Grain foods like rice, oats, and barley are making their way into soups and stews. Healthy fats like pumpkin seeds and extra virgin olive oil are making their way into a hearty breakfast or savory stew. Fall Foods & Easy Ways to Enjoy … [Read more...] about Fall Foods are Delicious and Packed Full of Nutrition
3 Nutrition Strategies for a Less Hectic Fall
Fall is a busy season so stay flexible and keep-it-simple at mealtime. Good nutrition isn't easy these days. In fact many of us are stretched and stressed as school kicks off this fall. Kitchen routines are off-schedule and snacking is 24/7. Normal family and friend dinners seem like past history. When your kitchen seems like a chaotic place then it's time to turn to better nutrition. Do it to feel better; do it to create a calmer household; do it to stay healthy in the months ahead, and do it to help kids' succeed academically. Here are 3 nutrition strategies for you -- so, get ready to … [Read more...] about 3 Nutrition Strategies for a Less Hectic Fall
Tasty Recipes for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner E-Book
~ With Tips on How to Save Time and Money as You Cook Simple, Delicious Meals! This collection of 15 tasty recipes is specially designed for everyone who wants to eat well at home. Each easy-to-fix recipe features ways for kids to help and tips to save time and money. Nutrition facts and simple, affordable ingredients make this a must-have kitchen resource. You will receive these recipes: Breakfast Starters Strawberry & Orange Smoothie; Pleasing Pumpkin Muffins; Hardboiled Egg; Easy Whole Grain Banana Pancakes Lunch Starters Grilled Cheese & Apple Sandwich; … [Read more...] about Tasty Recipes for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner E-Book
Bite Size Foods are Fun & Easy!
Bite Size is the Right Size! When I was a kid, I loved bite size foods. Naturally, they were the same size as my hands and my appetite. Now that I'm an adult, my hands are larger but I still love bite size. Watch for trendy food options these days that are bite size, and take it from a nutritionist -- the small portion is a big plus! Bite Size Options! Muffins: To make bite size, spoon out your extra batter in a mini muffin pan like I did and just fill the empty spaces with some water so the pan won't burn. Or, up your output and use a recipe for 12 regular size muffins … [Read more...] about Bite Size Foods are Fun & Easy!
Easy, Healthy Ideas for Busy Moms!
Are You a Busy Mom? I meet a lot of caring moms in my line of work. Some work outside the home and some work as stay home moms. Some have little kids and some have teens. Some are already making healthy food choices and some are just getting ready to start. But, all the moms I meet have one thing in common -- they are extremely busy people! So, these easy, healthy ideas are for you! Easy, Healthy Ideas for Busy Moms 1. Fresh fruit, like apples and bananas, are everyone's favorites. Keep a bowl out on the kitchen counter and try your best to keep it full for healthy snacking or part of … [Read more...] about Easy, Healthy Ideas for Busy Moms!