HEALTHY EATING Your vision of a traditional Thanksgiving feast may have a giant roasted turkey as its centerpiece. But, increasingly, people are turning to vegetarian or low-meat diets as a healthy and environmentally friendly option. Whether you’re hosting a vegetarian holiday meal or just want to have vegetarian options available alongside your turkey, don’t worry. […]
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HEALTHY EATING Cruciferous vegetables are among the most well-studied, cancer-fighting foods. This incredible group of vegetables is packed with nutrients that support good health and may prevent cancer growth. Cruciferous vegetables The name “cruciferous” comes from the cross-like shape (crucifer) of the four-petaled flowers these plants produce. They include: * Broccoli * Cauliflower * Cabbage
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HEALTHY EATING White bread, packaged cookies and turkey bacon. What do these foods have in common? They are all processed foods. Processed food is the opposite of “whole food,” or food in its natural state. What does “processed foods” mean? It means the food has been changed from its natural state. White bread, for instance,
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HEALTHY EATING When life gets busy, it’s tempting to reach for the convenience of traditional fast food options. Just as the name says, it’s fast and is found pretty much everywhere. However, these types of food come with real downsides. Many traditional fast food options do not provide quality nutrition and may even be harmful
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HEALTHY EATING Ingredients * 1 pound bottom round beef roast (cut into 1-inch cubes) * 1 large russet potato, cut into 1/2-inch dice (about 2 cups) * 1/4 cup all-purpose flour * 1 medium sweet potato, cut into 1/2-inch dice (about 2 cups) * 2 cups thinly sliced carrots * 10-ounce package frozen pearl onions
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HEALTHY EATING A slow cooker can be a handy kitchen tool. It can help you get dinner on the table on busy nights. They don’t take a lot of prep time or expert cooking skills to use. Plus, they are less expensive than other cooking devices. Here’s how to use a slow cooker to your
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HEALTHY EATING This version has all the flavor while being lower in fat and calories. Ingredients * 6 medium potatoes (about 2 pounds) * 2 stalks celery, finely chopped * 2 scallions, finely chopped * ¼ cup red bell pepper, coarsely chopped * ¼ cup green bell pepper, coarsely chopped * 1 Tbsp onion, finely
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HEALTHY EATING When COVID-19 started to spread, many people became more concerned about germs. Some articles and videos about washing your food started to make the rounds on the Internet. But are you supposed to sanitize food or use soap? Or is water enough? If you’re worried about keeping your food clean, here are some
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HEALTHY EATING This Thanksgiving, millions of people will enjoy a plateful of turkey. Enjoy your meal, but remember to prepare your turkey safely to avoid food poisoning. This starts from the moment you bring your turkey home from the store. Think thawing Never thaw your turkey by leaving it out on the counter. When a
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HEALTHY EATING Ingredients * 3 acorn squash (small) * 2 tablespoons orange juice * 1/4 cup honey * 2 tablespoons butter or margarine * nutmeg (1/8 teaspoon, optional) Directions 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. 2. Cut squash in half. Remove seeds and place halves cut side up in a shallow baking pan. 3. In
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