What is seasonal eating? Eating foods that are at their peak ripeness and nutritional value during a specific time of the year. Often times, these foods are less expensive, more flavorful, support local famers, and provide health benefits. Planning meals around seasonal fruits and vegetables is an easy way to save on groceries. Just look... Continue Reading →

Radishes are a fun and easy vegetable for kids to grow. This salad is a tasty way to eat them. Radish and Cucumber Salad Radishes are great vegetables for kids to grow and this salad is a tasty way to serve them! ¼ cup nonfat plain yogurt¼ teaspoon garlic powder¼ teaspoon pepper¼ teaspoon salt1 bunch... Continue Reading →

March is a great time to start planning to plant your own garden.  Even if you do not have a patch of ground, you can plant in containers for a patio or porch garden. All you need is containers, soil, sunlight, water, and seeds. Now is the time to start making your plan and deciding... Continue Reading →

This recipe uses items that are good to have on hand such as whole grain pasta, low-fat cheese, and veggies of all kinds (Fresh, frozen, or canned). Try it once and it might become a family favorite when meal planning. Veggie Mac & Cheese This creamy mac & cheese is fill of veggies. To make... Continue Reading →

Planning meals ahead can help you stick to healthy eating and save money. MAP OUT YOUR MEALS Outline meals for the week ahead. Sit down and think about the week ahead. Do you and your family have plans or special events? Think about what foods you have on hand and wouldn't have to buy. FIND... Continue Reading →

DIY Veggie Tostadas Get the whole family involved! Spice it up with different toppings. Baking sheetmixing bowlsspoonscutting boardKnife 10 corn tortillas (6 inch)1 (16 oz.) can refried beans (fat-free)cooking oil sprayAdditional Toppings:1/2 cup onion (chopped)1 jalapeno chili (seeded and minced)guacamolenon-fat sour cream1 cup tomato (chopped)1/2 cup low-fat cheddar cheese (shredded)3 cups lettuce (shredded) Preheat oven... Continue Reading →

Giving your kids a choice of the foods they eat will help to develop healthy eating habits. A path where kids have control in their food choice promotes an open mind towards food. Kids will become curious about the foods presented to them and begin to have conversations about why certain foods affect their bodies... Continue Reading →