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Kale Adds Flavor & Good Nutrition to Simple Meals!

September 18, 2024 By Cindy Silver

Kale

  Get to Know Kale Since mid-March, spring greens are popping out of the ground for us in the Southeast. I used to think kale was just a pretty, green garnish that showed up on my plate in a restaurant. But now I know - kale is nutritious, easy to cook, full of flavor and it fits perfectly into my homemade meals. Kale Saute - Easy as 1,2,3 1. Buy a bunch of fresh kale, wash it in your sink and cut out the thick stems halfway up each leaf. Chop roughly. 2. Add 1 Tbsp oil and 1 tsp minced fresh garlic to a large pan on the stove. Pile the still-wet kale on top. Sprinkle … [Read more...] about Kale Adds Flavor & Good Nutrition to Simple Meals!

Filed Under: Simple, Healthy, Tasty Tagged With: green veggies, healthy cooking, kale, Meal plan

Simple & Healthy Broccoli with Cheese Recipe

September 18, 2024 By Cindy Silver

Broccoli

Broccoli with Cheese Here's a broccoli recipe the whole family will love! Kids can help by measuring the ingredients and sprinkling the cheese, with supervision. Makes 6 servings 4 cups Broccoli 1 cup Cheddar cheese, natural, shredded or grated 1 tsp Paprika (optional, adds natural color)     Wash broccoli well in cool tap water. Shake off extra water. Trim any dry ends from broccoli stalk. Cut entire broccoli bunch into bite-size pieces. Place into a microwave-safe dish and add about ½ inch water. Cover dish with microwavable lid or waxed … [Read more...] about Simple & Healthy Broccoli with Cheese Recipe

Filed Under: Simple, Healthy, Tasty Tagged With: broccoli with cheese, green veggies, healthy cooking, healthy grocery shopping

Too Many Veggies in the Fridge? Quick & Easy Ways to Use Them Up!

September 17, 2024 By Cindy Silver

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!

Filed Under: Simple, Healthy, Tasty Tagged With: good nutrition, green veggies, less waste, meal planning, save money

Go Green with Greens for Good Nutrition this Fall!

September 17, 2024 By Cindy Silver

Eating Seasonally! When fall is in the air, like today, I cook leafy greens. It's not that I grew up eating a lot of greens because I didn't. The only green my sister, brother and I found on our dinner plate was spinach and I wasn't too excited about it back then. When I moved south of the Mason-Dixon Line, first to Virginia and later to North Carolina, I began appreciating the special foods of the Southeast - like greens. When I got hooked on Farmer's Markets, I began craving greens of all kinds! Kinds of Greens! I especially love Swiss Chard and you can see it in the photo at the … [Read more...] about Go Green with Greens for Good Nutrition this Fall!

Filed Under: Healthy Recipes, Simple, Healthy, Tasty Tagged With: good nutrition, green veggies, greens, healthy cooking, save money

World Vegetarian Day & 5 Easy Recipes for Good Nutrition!

September 17, 2024 By Cindy Silver

Vegetarian Recipes are Worth a Try!  Cooking vegetarian recipes is not hard. In fact, here are 31 easy, fast and healthy vegetarian recipes to try with a friend or your family. If you dive in and try some of these, I think you'll be amazed at how the flavors of these recipes pop and the timing is great since World Vegetarian Day is October 1st! 5 Recipes to Help You Eat More Vegetables! Vegetarian quiche works for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Make a healthier crust by cutting several whole wheat tortillas and laying them in a single layer on the bottom of your quiche/pie … [Read more...] about World Vegetarian Day & 5 Easy Recipes for Good Nutrition!

Filed Under: Grocery Shopping Tips, Healthy Recipes, Simple, Healthy, Tasty Tagged With: good nutrition, green veggies, grocery shopping tips, vegetables

A Healthy Pizza Recipe!

September 17, 2024 By Cindy Silver

Portobello Mushroom pizza

What is a Healthy Pizza Recipe? If you are trying to get your arms around the question, What is a healthy pizza recipe?, then here are some ideas. First, consider the crust which can be whole grain. It's super easy these days to order whole wheat crust or make your own personal size pizza crusts by using half of a whole wheat pita bread. Next, consider the sauce which can be tomato based, olive oil based or basil pesto based. Finally, consider the toppings which can be cut-up veggies like olives, spinach, broccoli or sweet Bell peppers. The light sprinkling of cheese on top finishes a … [Read more...] about A Healthy Pizza Recipe!

Filed Under: Healthy Recipes, Simple, Healthy, Tasty Tagged With: a healthy pizza recipe, easy recipe, good nutrition, green veggies, Mediterranean Diet, pizza

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