Sweet Potato and Apples

  Our normal eating habits might be a little off this time of year. Try making this sweet potato and apple recipe to make sure you are still eating your fruits and vegetables!  Makes 6 servings | Serving size: 1/2 cup Ingredients Non-stick cooking spray 1 (16-ounce) can sweet potatoes (may use 3 fresh sweet … Read More


Oven-Roasted Asparagus

   Ingredients 1 1/2 pounds fresh asparagus 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon chopped garlic or a pinch of garlic salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional) Slivered almonds (optional) Preparation Thoroughly rinse asparagus. Snap off and discard tough ends of asparagus. Place asparagus in a bowl and drizzle evenly with olive oil. Sprinkle asparagus … Read More


Oven-Dried Strawberries

Strawberry time is here! They’re on sale everywhere and ready to be picked in the fields in many areas. If you buy too many strawberries to eat before they go bad, try drying them out in the oven. They smell delicious and taste even better. Strawberries are super easy to oven dry as long as … Read More


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