Did you know… Avocados are well known for their bright green color and great taste, but do you know about all of their health benefits? Avocados are a great source of healthful fats, dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Some of these include vitamins C, E, K, and B, as well as magnesium, folate, potassium…. and … Read More
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Whole Wheat Pancakes
Ingredients: ¾ cup whole-wheat flour ¼ cup oat bran or wheat germ ¼ cup old fashioned oats 1 tablespoon cornmeal 2 teaspoons baking powder ¼ teaspoon salt 1 egg 1 banana, mashed 1 cup 1% milk 1 tablespoon canola oil Directions: 1. Heat griddle to 375˚ F. 2. Mix dry ingredients in a large bowl. … Read More
Slow Cooker Oats
Ingredients: -Cooking spray -2 Cups Skim or 1% Milk -¼ Cup Brown Sugar -1 Teaspoon Cinnamon -1 Cup Old Fashioned Oats -1 Cup Apples, Chopped -½ Cup chopped pecans or almonds Directions: Spray the inside 2. Add all the ingredients 3. Mix together 4. Cook on low for about 8 hours … Read More
Food Group Parfait
Ingredients: 1 Carton of Low-Fat Vanilla Yogurt (4-6 oz.) ½ Cup Fresh or Frozen Fruit 4 Tablespoons Oat O-shaped Cereal Sliced almonds or granola (optional) Directions: Add half the yogurt to a bowl Add the cereal then the remaining yogurt Add the fruit and then top with granola or nuts if desired Enjoy immediately! … Read More
Breakfast & Dinner Bowl Recipes
Mediterranean Bulgur Bowl with Chicken Serves 6 Ingredients: 1 cup bulgur 1 cup diced cucumber (1 small-to-medium) 1 cup diced tomato (2 large or 1 cup cherry tomatoes) 1 teaspoon salt, divided 1 tsp. black pepper, divided 3 medium bunches curly parsley (about 11/2 – 2 cups chopped) ⅓ cup chopped fresh mint (optional) … Read More
National Nutrition Month
Did you know that March is National Nutrition Month? Yes, it sure is! I’ve got the info to get you eating healthy for the month and easily continue through the year. I know you thought 31 days would be a breeze, but 365 days of nutritional intake can take your health to a new level. … Read More
Sweet Potato Breakfast Hash
Sweet Potato Breakfast Hash Ingredients: 2 cups sweet potato, chopped2 tbsp olive oil1 cup fresh cranberries (can substitute dried cranberries)½ tsp cinnamon2 tbsp nut butter2 tbsp honey Directions: Wash sweet potatoes and cube. Heat olive oil in sauce pan. Sauté sweet potatoes for 15 minutes. Add cranberries, sprinkle in cinnamon and continue sautéing until sweet potatoes are … Read More
Kids Eat Right Month
August is a big month to recognize nutrition for youth health. A healthy diet is important for children and adolescents because it promotes needed growth and development and it prevents health problems later in life. To recognize Kids Eat Right Month, here are some tips for helping your children eat right every day: Quick Breakfasts … Read More
Breakfast Bean Burrito
Ingredients 1 -10” flour tortilla, whole wheat 3/4 cup canned, drained, and rinsed reduced sodium black or pinto beans 1 scrambled egg ¼ cup shredded Cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese 2 tablespoons of your favorite salsa Directions 1. Lay the tortilla on a dinner plate. 2. Place the beans in the center, top with the … Read More
Chicken and Broccoli Quiche
Makes 2 quiches. 6 servings per quiche. Serving size: 1/6 quiche Ingredients: 2 9-inch ready made pie crusts, baked 4 eggs 1 cup low-fat or skim milk salt and pepper to taste 1/2 – 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1 package (10 ounces) frozen, chopped broccoli 1/4 cup shredded carrots 1/4 cup chopped onion (optional) 3/4 … Read More