A Challenge... It is a challenge for most of us to choose nutritious foods day-after-day. Time gets in the way ~ planning, or lack of it, gets in the way ~ life gets in the way. A Goal... There are excellent reasons to make nutrition a top priority for you and your busy family. Good health depends on it ~ feeling great depends on it ~ enjoying life depends on it. A Call to Action... It's Nutrition Month and everyone can benefit from making healthy choices in the grocery store and on their meal plate. Make it a family project to write a menu plan, organize that shopping list, … [Read more...] about Eat Right ~ It’s Nutrition Month!
Want to make your home recipes healthier? Here’s help.
A taste of home includes making and enjoying recipes that came from mother, grandmother or a good friend. But, do they fit your healthy kitchen? Do you feel good about putting them on the family meal table? Ingredients make the difference Choosing ingredients carefully is the answer. In baked goods, use unsweetened applesauce - up to 1/2 cup - instead of margarine. Use 2/3 cup sugar instead of 1 cup. Use whole wheat flour for half the amount called for. You'll be surprised how good it tastes and feel better about the nutrition. Another ingredient trick is to use half nonfat plain yogurt … [Read more...] about Want to make your home recipes healthier? Here’s help.
Family Meals Together — Here’s how!
Eating Together as a Family It's time to get it together and eat meals with the family. Think of the fun...the homemade flavors...the time for relaxing. Not only that, but there is solid evidence that families who eat together are eating more nutritiously. And, kids in these families are learning all kinds of positive behaviors -- everything from getting better grades in school to respecting the cook and the Earth in their daily lives. Cookbooks Give You a Plan Don't be without a trusted cookbook when you are making your family dinner plan. Two favorite cookbooks of mine are written … [Read more...] about Family Meals Together — Here’s how!
Home Cooking is Easy, Cheap and Tasty!
What's so great about home cooking? Trying to do more home-based cooking is a smart decision. By doing this, you and your family will enjoy more flavor and richer nutrition. Not only that -- you will feel a powerful sense of pride in what you serve on the breakfast, lunch and dinner table. Everyone does, including the kids! How can I get started? Getting started in your kitchen is easy. You will need a few pots/pans, utensils, an apron and simple menu planning and recipe resources. Now, take a deep breath and give it a try! Here's one easy, cheap, tasty recipe to try Homemade … [Read more...] about Home Cooking is Easy, Cheap and Tasty!
Apples in the Kitchen & Easy Recipe
Apple Facts The legend of Johnny Appleseed is fun to read about while munching on a favorite late-summer or early-fall season apple. Apples are full of flavor, fiber and crunch and they're versatile in meals and snacks. Take a look at this handy Apple Buyer's Guide to learn more about apple varieties and how to use them. Then, wander over to your kitchen and make an easy and tasty apple recipe! Fresh Apple Salad – A sweet and crunchy side dish for any meal or serve it for dessert! Ingredients: 3 medium apples; 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice; 3/4 cup lemon or lime yogurt; 1/4 cup plain … [Read more...] about Apples in the Kitchen & Easy Recipe
Need an Easy Recipe? Try Peppers & Lean Beef
Cooking at home has many advantages including the flavors of simple ingredients and quality nutrition. There are awesome advantages to cooking from simple and nutritious ingredients in your own kitchen. For example, the flavors are tasty, the nutrition reflects your ingredients and everyone appreciates a meal together. Here's an easy recipe for you! Peppers & Lean Beef Recipe Ingredients: 1 lb beef steak or 'stew beef', cut into strips; 2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 green pepper, or 2 colors of peppers, half each, seeds removed and cut into small strips; 1 large can diced … [Read more...] about Need an Easy Recipe? Try Peppers & Lean Beef