Can you guess what item in my pantry is so versatile it works for every around-the-clock eating occasion, from breakfast, lunch and dinner, to snack party-time? Canned T0matoes. And all their forms. Diced. Petite Diced. Diced with chilies. Crushed. Whole. Sauce. Salsa. Pizza Sauce. Versatility is just part of the reason my pantry is filled with numerous canned tomato products. As a registered dietitian nutritionist, my goal is to create recipes that blend great taste with good nutrition. ...
Sunny Six Can Salsa
A Bowl of Ten Benefits. Sunny Six Can Salsa is great for parties, pitch-ins and just about anytime you want to make a big batch of something and enjoy it for the next several days. Check out this additional bonus, too: this salsa happens to be rich in all the right nutrients to keep everyone healthy and aging vibrantly. Top Ten Benefits. More fruits and vegetables. You're already trying to eat more fruits and vegetables, but fresh isn't your only nutrient-rich choice. Canned fruits and ...
Perfect Pairs: Holiday Cookies and Seasonal Songs
Pairing Festive Cookies with Holiday Tunes If the right music seems to make dinner parties more enjoyable and the food taste better, wouldn't this also work with holiday cookies? Hmm. I started to wonder....what holiday song would go best with my Brownie Toffee Cookies filled with three kinds of chocolate? Which zesty song would highlight my Lemon Almond Crescents? What classic tune would bring comfort and happiness while savoring three of my Triple Peanut Chocolate Chip Cookies? The Music ...
Donuts with Perks
A donut-loving dietitian?! Yes. Absolutely. And it's even better when those decadent donuts contain health benefits. Perks like half or all whole-grain. Fiber. Extra vitamins and minerals. Fruit. Baked rather than fried. Oh sure, they all still have calories, fat and sugar. I'm not worried about that and I hope you're not either. Because you've learned to balance your choices and enjoy every bite. And maybe you've learned to "be like Jeff" when it comes to cookies, cake and donuts: always, ...
Recent Television
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Spice Cake with Orange Buttercream Frosting
Spice cake. Simple. Elegant. Flavorful. My Spice Cake with Orange Buttercream Frosting pleases everyone, from non-chocolate lovers to those that love cinnamon, nutmeg and all things orange. Even those who say they aren't fond of spice cakes because they might be "too clove-forward." The mixture of spices in my cake is just perfect according to the Jeffs, who consider themselves Spice Cake aficionados. No fussy or special ingredients needed for this easy cake. You probably already have ...
Ham Leftovers Get Creative with Cajun and Cuban Inspired Dishes
Time for a twist with all that leftover ham in your fridge. Try Cajun Red Beans and Rice with Ham and Andouille Sausage or Cuban Empanadas. Or both. Why do I love ham as a registered dietitian nutritionist? Because it's lean and low fat as well as versatile. Ham has only 3 grams fat in every 3 ounce portion. That's lean. Plus, it packs around 20 grams protein in every 3 oz. serving. Get a dose of immune-supporting nutrients with Cajun Red Beans and Rice with Ham & Andouille ...
Fiesta Taco Beef Filling
My super easy skillet dish makes Taco Tuesday a snap, or any night you're craving tacos, burritos or nachos. And surprise! You'll be getting a hefty dose of vegetables along with this protein-rich filling since it contains canned corn, black beans and diced tomatoes. Add extra cumin, chili powder, hot pepper sauce and crushed red pepper if you prefer dishes hot and spicy. Or use less if you prefer milder seasonings. I love making it with 90% lean ground beef. You'll never miss the fat in this ...
Family Friendly Cheeseburger Pizza
Pizza or cheeseburgers for dinner tonight? Make them both! Cheeseburger pizza is ready in less than 30 minutes. Just grab the skillet and brown the ground beef, unwrap the ready-to-use pizza crust, open the bag of shredded cheese, chop the onion and you're minutes away from a kid-friendly, family-friendly meal that makes everyone happy. Of course as a registered dietitian nutritionist, I'm thrilled this easy pizza contains 4 of the 5 nutrient-rich food groups: grains (crust), vegetables ...
Corn on the Cob with Smokin’ Hot Butter
Whip up a batch of my Smokin' Hot Butter and you'll be able to: 1. Enjoy a new taste sensation on that nutrient-rich corn. Go ahead and slather that cob with Smokin' Hot Butter. Oh sure, plain ole' butter will always be the classic king. But be brave, shake things up for a change and listen to the oo's and ah's from your family, friends and cookout guest. 2. Serve a vegetable! Yes, corn counts as a vegetable. And whether it's canned, frozen or fresh, corn counts as a nutrient-rich vegetable ...
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