
…herbs and spices and make use of the same vegetables, which makes the shopping relatively simple. As I gather recipes for my playbook, I create a shopping list on page…
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During my girls’ quiet time yesterday, I took advantage of a sunny moment and hacked at some weeds in our vegetable garden (a wonderful way to vent frustration!). When 3-year-old…
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…from affordable ingredients. Consider cost-saving cuts that create delicious dishes like sirloin with roasted vegetables or a herb rubbed roast. Likewise, don’t overlook the elegance of a simple piccata with…
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…do want to aim for natural color through fruits, vegetables, beans, and grains. At a time when many are focused on supporting strong immunity through diet, color is where it’s…
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…products using a variety of nutrients found on the Nutrition Facts label and ingredient list. For foods that are not labeled, such as meats, fruits, seafood, and vegetables, the program…
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…finely diced veggies and cubed root vegetables. If I want to round out the nutrition in my meal, I make it a bit more plant-forward with simple sides like steamed…
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…canned (just make sure there is no added sugar) and still receive 2 or 3 star? 2. Vegetables – The same is true for veggies. Most fresh, frozen or canned…
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…sugar, sodium, saturated fat, and other nutrition attributes to limit support good health. It’s also important to seek sources of fiber through fruits, vegetables, and GF grains. Guiding Stars is…
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