Independence Day is just around the corner! One of my favorite holidays! This one is easy because you can show up to a party with a cut watermelon and look like a star. Fruit is typically a first choice for the holiday gathering because our favorites are in season and they’re an easy crowd […]
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Avocado Love
If you missed our Avocado classes this month, do not fear! The best part about our Eat Well classes is that we get to recipe test and truly find the best of the best when it comes to what tastes good. Some are excellent, and some are flops, but that’s just the kitchen days right? […]
Kid-approved Recipes
It seems a dairy product is always among the top of people’s favorite foods lists…cheese anyone? Dairy is one of the most versatile food groups. You can enjoy dairy as a drink, a dip, a topping for your favorite dish, and even dessert! Dairy products boast many health benefits. Protein, though mainly found in meat, […]
Beef Up Dinner with Laura’s Lean Beef
There are so many brands on the shelf when it comes to beef. Add in all of the nutrition-based claims on the front of the package and you’re sure to be confused. As a Retail Dietitian, I frequently receive questions regarding these claims and suggested healthy brands to purchase. Laura’s Lean Beef was ‘born’ in […]
Holy Sheet Pan! -Recipe Roundup
We need to talk about dinner. No one wants to cook after working all day, I get it. Plus the thought of all the dishes… can someone say takeout? I’ve got a solution that will change your life!…well…at least the way you do dinner. Sheet pan dinners! All you have to do is preheat the […]
Korean Style Pork Chops
Just a quick share here from dinner tonight! When I find a recipe that keeps the kids asking for more that is how I classify it as a “hit!” I’m also a super fan of recipes where I have the ingredients on hand, because taking 3 boys into a store…not happening for this girl. Hope […]
Acorn Squash Stuffed with Mushrooms & Rice
‘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 […]
Coconut Chia Pudding
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 […]
Fall Harvest Pizza with Gluten-Free Crust
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 […]
Chilean Citrus Recipe Roundup
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 […]