HEALTHY EATING Pumpkin is one of the favorite foods of fall. It’s packed with nutrients like fiber, vitamin A and vitamin C. It’s also naturally low in calories. Don’t assume pumpkin is only for pies! Use this nutritious vegetable for a variety of dishes, like this one. Ingredients 2 cups flour 2 tablespoons brown sugar […]
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HEALTHY EATING Ingredients for chicken: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (3 oz each) 1 egg white (or substitute liquid egg white) 1 cup fat-free evaporated milk 1 cup breadcrumbs 1/4 cup rolled oats, crushed; pulse a few times in the food processor 1 cup whole-wheat flour 2 Tbsp olive oil or vegetable oil Ingredients for salad:
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HEALTHY EATING Don’t settle for a restaurant smoothie that likely has loads of added sugar and very little nutrition. Instead, use this formula to make your own smoothies at home. All you need is a blender or juicer and the fresh ingredients you enjoy. Have fun with it and try different ingredients each time until
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HEALTHY EATING You don’t have to become a vegetarian to enjoy a meatless meal. Try working more meatless meals into your week, suggests the Recipe Doctor, Elaine Magee, MPH, RD, author of Food Synergy. * Substitute a soy “meat” product for the meat ingredient in casseroles, stews, tacos, and chili. * Break out a can
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HEALTHY EATING Ingredients For the salsa: 1 can of peach halves 1/2 red bell pepper 1/4 red onion 1 whole jalapeno pepper 1 Tablespoon fresh cilantro 2 teaspoons lemon juice In a medium bowl, stir together chopped peaches, bell pepper, onions, jalapenos, cilantro and lemon juice; cover and refrigerate until ready to use. For the
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HEALTHY EATING Ingredients: 1/2 cup cherries, dried, not packed 1/2 cup apples, dried, pieces 1/4 cup apricots, dried 1/2 cup English walnuts, pieces 1/4 cup sunflower seeds, raw 1/2 cup raisins, not packed 1/4 cup banana chips 1/4 cup almonds, whole, raw Directions Mix all ingredients in a bowl and divide into small storage bags
HEALTHY EATING Be sure to double-check for hidden gluten on any packaged foods or seasonings you add! Ingredients 1 cauliflower, stemmed and roughly chopped 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for drizzling 1 tablespoon minced onion 2 garlic cloves, peeled and minced 1 teaspoon dried oregano 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup shredded low-fat mozzarella
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HEALTHY EATING Ingredients 1 cup apple slices 1 cup banana slices 1 cup pear slices 1 cup grapes 1 cup strawberries 1 cup melon slices 1/2 cup yogurt, nonfat plain 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 1/3 cup peanut butter Directions 1. Prepare fruit by washing and slicing, if necessary. 2. Arrange fruit on a plate around a
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HEALTHY EATING Try this toast with a tall glass of fat-free milk. Did you know that cinnamon is a sweet spice that comes from a tropical evergreen tree? You may add up to 1 teaspoon in this recipe if you like this unique spice. Ingredients: 2 large eggs 2 Tbsp nonfat milk 1/2 tsp ground
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HEALTHY EATING Ingredients 2 cups macaroni* ½ cup onion, chopped ½ cup fat-free evaporated milk 1 medium egg, lightly beaten ¼ tsp ground black pepper 1¼ cups (4 oz) low-fat sharp cheddar cheese, finely shredded Cooking spray Directions 1. Preheat oven to 350° F. 2. Cook macaroni according to package directions-but do not add salt
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