A Quick Guide to Heart-Smart Fats
…often the case with foods that contain butter or partially hydrogenated vegetable oils. Deep-fried foods, including baked goods, processed snacks, and fried fish, chicken, and potatoes, can also contain these…
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Eating to Beat the Heat
…apple, beet and ginger root concoction. The cool mixture of fruits and vegetables creates a calming sensation while the ginger adds a spice to the summer afternoon. The combination is…
Beat the Holiday Frenzy
…How about an interesting salad (check out our Guiding Stars recipe section for some terrific ideas) or a simple vegetable platter with a three-Guiding Star, non-fat Greek yogurt based dip?…
Waste Less Food, Help the Earth
…of food. Curbing the habit of over-serving takes attention and practice, and goes hand in hand with learning to eat more mindfully. Save vegetable scraps for broth I keep a…
MyPlate Fruit & Veggies Video Challenge: Week 3
Insider Tricks: Mindful Seasoning, Mindblowing Flavor
…meats and raw vegetables draws out their moisture during sautéing, which concentrates and deepens the flavor. When our mouths sense a balanced flavor, we’re less likely to want to add…
Family Meals Reading List
…challenges that may arise is helping your children consume more fruits and vegetables. We want children to recognize and embrace a variety of produce. But sometimes we need help along…
Elegant & Affordable Holiday Meals
…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…