Smart Choices for Holidays with Flavor! The fall & winter holidays are here and coping with all the food occasions can be rough. Here are 3 tips to help you enjoy the season with tons of flavor & without going overboard on rich appetizers, desserts and…stuffing. Thanksgiving Dinner Tip: Don't come to the holiday table over-hungry. Have a light meal no more than 4 hours before the feast. It will prevent you from over-eating and regretting it. Really. Christmas or Hannukah Dinner Tip: Try making a lighter version of traditional recipes. For example, substitute lower fat dairy … [Read more...] about Holidays with Flavor!
Frozen Banana Pops in 3 Ways!
Frozen Banana Pops are the perfect solution to a kids' party, family party, baby shower, or any special occasion. They're fun, filling, nutritious and easy to make! Frozen Banana Pops – in 3 Ways! Makes 1 serving What you will need: Peanutty Banana ½ banana 2 tablespoons peanut butter 3 tablespoons chopped walnuts Breakfast Banana ½ banana 3 tablespoons vanilla greek yogurt 3 tablespoons granola Chocolate Confetti Banana ½ banana ¼ cup dark chocolate morsels ¼ teaspoon coconut oil 2 tablespoons rainbow sprinkles Note: Skewers and Parchment … [Read more...] about Frozen Banana Pops in 3 Ways!
The Smell of Corn & Homemade Corn Pancakes Recipe!
The Smell of Fresh Corn! When I close my eyes, shuck fresh corn-on-the-cob, and take a big whiff -- I am transported back to southeastern Pennsylvania where my family used to buy 12 ears for about 3 bucks from a local farm. It's funny because most people would say that corn has a mild odor and maybe it does; but, the memories it stirs in me are clear and sweet! The Nutrition of Fresh Corn! Corn-on-the-cob is what's called a starchy vegetable. That means most of its calories come from starch which is a type of carbohydrate. Great nutrition, yes, yet starchy in texture. One ear of corn … [Read more...] about The Smell of Corn & Homemade Corn Pancakes Recipe!
Breakfast-for-Dinner
Is it Breakfast or Is it Dinner? It's both! Breakfast means the morning meal. Dinner means the evening meal. So, why not flip the clock and eat breakfast foods for dinner? Breakfast-for-dinner seems to be a well-liked solution for singles, families with kids, and busy professionals and so I recommend it frequently to my private clients. The time spent cooking is typically short, the side items are simple, and the flavor results are truly satisfying. Here is an earlier blog about healthy breakfast recipes to help get you started. The recipe at the left, Homemade Corn Pancakes, is one that … [Read more...] about Breakfast-for-Dinner
Client Thanks & Open a New Year!
Client Thanks To all my nutrition clients, individuals and groups, I thank you for trusting me and for opening your eyes and ears to new possibilities of better personal nutrition. You have not only listened, but you've tried and tested and changed your habits as you've added a healthy dose of nutrition to your day. I'm inspired by every one of you and look to a bright future as you stay strong in your commitment to caring about nutritious food as your new path - forever. Here are 7 things I've learned from my clients. Open a New Year with Tasty Nutrition New Foods As I opened a … [Read more...] about Client Thanks & Open a New Year!
Meatloaf for Dinner!
Meatloaf is Comfort Food I have been eating meatloaf all my life and I bet you have, too. Lately I've gotten creative and have tried some new ingredients in my meatloaf as a way to lighten up this classic comfort food. Fresh and dried herbs and spices are normally fun to add to meatloaf, and using oatmeal instead of bread crumbs is a neat way to add a whole grain to the recipe. The meatloaf in this picture at the left has an entire 10 oz package of thawed and drained, frozen spinach in it, too. Tasty? You bet it is! Easy Spinach & Herb Meatloaf Recipe 1 pound lean ground beef 1 … [Read more...] about Meatloaf for Dinner!