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Heart-shaped boxes of chocolates, candies, and other sweet treats are some of the more popular ways we show our love for those special ones on Valentine’s Day. This year, consider the heart when celebrating this holiday. Photo by Gabby K on Pexels.com Preparing foods at home gives you the option to make healthy substitutions and …
The holidays may look different this year with fewer guests, but hosting holiday dinners can still be stressful. To simplify things and reduce your stress, here is a countdown to help stay on track for hosting Thanksgiving dinner. 8 days before: Plan your menu Be sure to take into consideration the oven space and use of …
October is National Chili Month, so it’s time to cook up a big pot of this hearty and nutritious stew. Using a slow cooker makes this all-time favorite meal quick and easy, but be sure to cook your meat before adding it to the slow cooker! There are many variations for chili recipes, but the …
Fall is my favorite time of year when the air is cooler, the leaves turn different colors and the pumpkin spice buzz is in full swing. Pumpkin spice foods are everywhere including coffee, tea, cocoa, hard seltzer, alcohol, cereal, waffles, ice cream, yogurt, milk, coffee creamers, cookies, nuts, marshmallows, protein drinks, and more. A new …
Whether it is in your own backyard or at local parks and recreation centers, here are some important tips for healthy eating and food safety to keep in mind during your Fourth of July celebration.
Halloween should be fun for the children but there are things you can do to make it healthier for them.
It is that time of year when zucchinis seem to multiply overnight in the garden. What can you do with all this zucchini? Fortunately, this vegetable’s mild flavor is like a blank canvas and takes on the flavors of what you prepare with it. You can sneak nutrition into a variety of products with this …
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Are you heading to the beach or planning a picnic in the park? If so, you are probably using a cooler to tote along food and beverages for your outing. Coolers help to keep your food and drinks cold, but did you know a cooler also keeps your family safe from foodborne illnesses? The number …
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How many vegetables did you eat yesterday? If you are like most adults, you probably missed the mark of getting the recommended 2-3 cups a day, even though you probably know they are good for your health. June 17 was National “Eat Your Vegetables” Day to encourage people to eat more vegetables. Increasing your vegetable …
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“Salad in a jar” is an easy, healthy, and creative way to pack lunches. By layering ingredients in a container, the salad ingredients stay separated until you are ready to mix and eat. Depending on the size of the salad, a pint- or quart-size, wide-mouth canning jar will work. The best part is that you …
