EFNEP’s Twenty Dollar Thanksgiving Guide

Makes 4 servings We are watching our wallets more than ever this year. However, a leaner budget doesn’t mean that the holiday season should be any less festive. In these trimmed-down recipes, we’ve outlined simple ways to have a memorable meal that hits on all the right traditional notes, without breaking the bank. Herbed Baked … Read More


Build a Healthy Snack Mix

Makes 3 servings Ingredients 1 cup whole grain (whole wheat cereal squares, oat cereal O’s, or popcorn) 1/2 cup fruit (any dried fruit, such as cranberries, apricots, and bananas) 1/2 cup vegetable (any dried vegetable, such as edamame, dried green beans, and dried sweet potatoes) 2 tablespoons dairy (try yogurt-covered dried fruit or grated cheese) … Read More


Green Beans and Tomatoes

Makes 6 servings Ingredients 2 pounds fresh green beans 2 teaspoons canola or olive oil 2 onions, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 2 cups tomatoes, finely chopped 1 green pepper, thinly sliced 2 cups water Salt and pepper to taste Directions Wash the beans, cut off the tips, and remove the stringy piece … Read More


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