Nutritious choices made simple®
The heat of jalapeño peppers is balanced in this southwestern-inspired hummus by zesty lime. Serve with your favorite Guiding Star-earning tortilla chip or cut veggies. This would be an excellent recipe to serve with jicama sticks. Tip: Take care while working with hot peppers: their oils can burn if you rub your eyes or touch […]
Looking for a more nutritious way to satisfy your sweet tooth? Frozen bananas can be pureed into a satisfying substitute for ice cream. Topped with fresh cherries, coconut, and nuts, it’s a downright treat. Tip: Freeze bananas that are brown and very ripe for the sweetest dish.
A simple falafel sauce is super easy. Just combine ½ cup tahini (sesame seed paste, available in the Middle Eastern section of your supermarket) with ¼ cup water, a tablespoon of fresh squeezed lemon juice, ¼ teaspoon finely minced fresh garlic, ¼ teaspoon sweet paprika for color, and a little dash of pepper and cayenne if desired. […]
Your guests will love these easy to prepare and smoky treats. Serve with a side of brown rice or corn tortillas for a complete meal you can enjoy.
Add some zing and crunch to your salad or snack routine with this simple dish. Don’t be afraid to play with the spice mix! Taste it before you add it to the beans and tailor it to your preferences.
Potato chips are good, and sweet potato chips are better. Made at home, where you can control the salt, fat, and seasonings, they’re unbeatable as a snack. Tip: Homemade potato chips bake more evenly when they’re evenly sliced, so pull out your mandolin slicer if you have one.
Move over, mashed potatoes, there’s a new favorite veggie puree in town! It’s orange, it’s sweet, it’s zesty, and your family will beg you to make it time and again.
Winter squash is sweet and lovely. Baked to perfection and topped with a crust of breadcrumbs, it’s the perfect side for any family dinner…up to and including a holiday feast. Tip: For Thanksgiving, you could prep everything but the breadcrumbs a day or two in advance, refrigerating until ready to bake.