pulse1 pəls/ noun 1. the edible seeds of various leguminous plants, for example chickpeas, lentils, and beans synonyms: delicious, versatile, protein and fiber-filled Pulses boast many health benefits plus there are various food puns that can be said…I’ll refrain. Between the various types of beans, peas, and lentils, pulses are ideal for all recipes from […]
Is there anything more gratifying than making a pumpkin pie from scratch and having it turn out perfectly?! Well, I wouldn’t know because I have a pumpkin pie curse! Don’t believe me? 1st attempt at homemade pumpkin pie: Forgot to add sugar and didn’t realize it until my guest took a bite. [It was surprisingly […]
I’ve wanted to make these for a long time and since this month we are celebrating ‘The Pulses’ it was the perfect opportunity! Once again, my kiddo’s will not eat just plain black beans. Come to think of it, what will they eat?! Ugh… BUT with these brownies it was a sneaky way to get […]
‘Tis the season! No…not that season. Autumn! And with it..yes, yes there is ‘pumpkin spice’ but also…drum roll…squash! Missouri-grown squash is popping up in all our stores and although I typically only think of decor for these beautiful fruits- they are for the cooking! Who knew? This was the first time I’ve ever purchased an […]
It’s taken me a while to warm up to chia seeds I will admit. They are packed with powerful anti-inflammatory omega 3’s and fiber but the consistency is an issue for some. I’ve started sprinkling them on my oatmeal or toast for an easy nutrition boost. This easy recipe was my first attempt at making […]
There are two types of people in this world. People who can make beautiful cauliflower crust and people who can’t. Guess which category I’m in…Sometimes the pizza vibe is coming on strong but I don’t feel like being stuffed from all of that crust. Enter this delicious rice pizza crust! I was skeptical that […]
Every day in the role of a retail dietitian means variety! Some days it’s planning, some days executing, some days it’s learning and some days it’s just pure fun. We are so thankful for the Midwest Dairy Council for this fun exciting opportunity and also to those who took time away from their demanding schedules […]
Eating local produce is a great way to support local farmers and the economy. Unfortunately fruits and vegetables are seasonal meaning we can’t grown them year round locally. At times we can source fruits and vegetables from other parts of the country but often we utilize the counter-seasons of other countries, like Chile, to ensure […]
So you’re about to embark on a Daniel Fast? Panicking a little? Don’t worry, that’s normal. Switching up your eating routine can be very nerve-wracking. In the midst of all of your normal day-to-day activities you now have to become an expert on all things nutrition and meal planning. Want to know the #1 thing […]
I woke up at 6:30 AM this Saturday and told my husband, “I need to make pesto!” I quickly did some hygiene, put my hair in a bun and headed to Price Cutter on E. Battlefield. Not all people wake up with that thought at 6:30AM, but I knew my basil plant needed a trim […]
