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 ...
Pizza Hummus
Dive into a bowl of Pizza Hummus if you're trying to eat more vegetables. And who isn't? From moms and dads trying to get their kids - and themselves - to eat more nutrient-rich vegetables, it's time for a family-friendly solution. Pizza Hummus is one of the easiest ways to "eat more vegetables" because hummus counts as a vegetable. That's right. It's made from garbanzo beans, a vegetable. And my Pizza Hummus has even more vegetables, since it includes sun-dried tomatoes and tomato paste. ...
Very Veggie Pizza Pasta Salad
I had no idea this pizza-inspired pasta salad loaded with vegetables would be so popular. But it was a hit with the Fox 59 Morning News production crew. They enjoyed it after one of my segments...even coming back for seconds! This big-batch recipe perfect for picnics, potlucks and parties is loaded with nutrient-rich vegetables and whole-grain goodness. This dish features mushrooms, bell peppers, artichokes hearts, onion and tomatoes. All these vegetables are fairly low ...
Asian Sweet and Sour Bean Salad
Benefit #1. You can make this salad in less than 15 minutes. Nutrient-rich canned and frozen vegetables are combined with fresh chopped red onion and tossed with a simple rice wine/oil vinaigrette. Benefit #2. Big batch means it'll feed growing kids, teens plus Mom and Dad for several days. At home, work or in packed lunches. Benefit #3. Easy way to eat more vegetables! It's filled with all the right nutrients to keep everyone healthy: protein, fiber and dozens of immune-boosting vitamins, ...
Zippy, Zesty, Super-Saver Salsa
Zippy and zesty because it packs a punch of jalapeno pepper, lime and cilantro. Super-saver because it features in-season mango and strawberries. And in-season translates to “at their most budget-friendly price right now.” So it makes perfect cents to take advantage of both antioxidant and nutrient-rich fruits over the coming weeks. But instead of just enjoying them “as is” for a snack or side dish, or adding them to yogurt, smoothies and cereals, try this easy-to-make salsa. You’ll find ...
Seven Holiday Sides with Dried Cranberries
Dried cranberries are so versatile they can be added to practically every side dish typically served at Thanksgiving. 1. Stuffing. Add dried cranberries to any favorite stuffing recipe, whether it’s white, whole wheat or corn bread-based. Start with about ¾ cup for every 9x13-inch pan stuffing. 2. Sweet Potatoes. Stir dried cranberries into sugar-butter-pecan streusel topping for sweet potato soufflé or sprinkle over a dish of candied or oven-roasted sweet potatoes. 3. Green ...
Football Strategy for Winning Weeknight Meals
Game Plan: Create nutrient-rich - and tasty - family meals. Defensive Strategy: Tackle tasteless foods before they end up off-sides….and off the plate for Mom, Dad and the kids. From entrees and side-dishes, salads and desserts, nothing can be so low in fat or seasonings that it lacks the MVP of family meals: great flavor! Offensive Strategy: Half your Plate Fruits and Vegetables. Increase/add nutrient-rich ingredients in every dish if possible, too. Serve whole grains and lean proteins like ...