The rich nutrition of carrots is a perfect compliment to the natural sweetness of a simple banana bread. This recipe can easily be doubled to make 2 loaves and it freezes beautifully. So, next time your bananas get super ripe, give it a try! Ingredients 2 tablespoons Butter 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) 1/4 cup Applesauce, unsweetened 1/2 cup Sugar, white or brown 2 Eggs, large 1 cup Flour, white 1 cup Flour, whole wheat 1 teaspoon Baking … [Read more...] about Banana-Carrot Quick Bread Recipe
Go Half and Half with Yogurt for Better Nutrition
My sister's been trying some better nutrition lately and she gave me this idea for a new blog after trying the half and half thing with yogurt. When you go half and half with yogurt, you substitute half of your flavored yogurt with plain yogurt. What that does for your nutrition is huge. It cuts in half the added sugars that come with a cup of flavored yogurt; it boosts up the calcium you get from your yogurt; and it leaves a half cup of flavored yogurt to mix with plain yogurt tomorrow. Please keep in mind that throughout this blog I'll be mentioning plain yogurt which will mean plain … [Read more...] about Go Half and Half with Yogurt for Better Nutrition
ELT is a Sandwich Big on Flavor and Nutrition
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
Baked Meatballs are the Best
Everyone Loves Meatballs I'm not sure I've ever met anyone who dislikes meatballs. Even my friends who are vegetarians usually like - yes - vegetarian meatballs. Sounds a bit unusual, maybe, but you can actually make them from lentils, chickpeas, soybeans, oatmeal, quinoa and brown rice. The list of interesting, plant-based ingredients goes on and on. For this blog, I'm going to stick to meatballs made from meat and I hope to expand your horizons on all the possibilities. Have you Tried Baked Meatballs? Instead of frying, I have a really easy recipe that I use to make baked meatballs. … [Read more...] about Baked Meatballs are the Best
Meatless Monday & 7 Easy Tips to Get Started
Background of Meatless Monday For 15 years, there has been a public health marketing effort underway called Meatless Monday. The big goal is to promote one day per week of eating plant-based foods which cuts down on saturated fat intake for better health. If you are not familiar then here are a few fun facts: Begun in 2003 by Johns Hopkins School of Public Health - read more here Underway in 44 countries globally - see which countries participate here Many free resources are available - including this one for K-12 cafeterias 7 Easy Ideas for Meatless Monday Meals Just about … [Read more...] about Meatless Monday & 7 Easy Tips to Get Started
A Healthier Grilled Cheese Sandwich
There's something very special about a warm, gooey and toasty grilled cheese sandwich. I guess it is true comfort food at its quickest and easiest. When I got ready to make lunch the other day, I scanned the fridge for an idea and closed it. Then I opened up the pantry for a look and closed it. Then I went back to the fridge and saw my favorite cheese calling out for me to make a grilled cheese sandwich - so, I did. Making sandwiches for kids can be very challenging so take a look at these easy-to-do ideas that will delight the youngest members of your family. Healthier Sandwiches, … [Read more...] about A Healthier Grilled Cheese Sandwich