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What better way to eat vegetables, than in a VegetaBOWL? You may have heard of “Buddha bowls”, which are based with grains, such as quinoa and rice. Although these are a great way to add whole grain servings to your day, our twist with the “Vegetabowl” uses riced vegetables as the base. We encourage […]
Sometimes, you might just want an easy plan to follow. We created these meals ideas with only 5 main ingredients in each, as an easy way for you to cook new dinners at home. Deconstructed Shepherd’s Pie Blackened Salmon & Grain Bowl Sheet Pan Pesto Chicken & Veggies Burrito Bowl Egg Roll in a […]
The abundant sunshine and longer days inspire many of us to get moving more during the springtime months. With social distancing and stay-home orders as the new norm, the types of activities that we can enjoy today look a little different than we we’ve done in years past. Don’t let the virus get you […]
Anyone who is looking to save time in the kitchen should try small batch cooking. This means cooking one large recipe to have on hand throughout the week. It can be as simple as making one of the meals below. When we prep one of these dishes earlier in the week, we can plan when […]
We all encounter a time when we are one or two ingredients short for a recipe. Maybe we didn’t put something on our list because we thought we had some at home. Or we did have some at home, but it was expired. Maybe there is a global pandemic and we’re not willing or […]
Introducing our Mix & Match meal planning tool to help you choose veggies, starches, proteins, and flavors to build delicious meals with 8 cuisines and themes: Asian, Egg Casseroles/Omelets, Indian, Italian, Latin, Mediterranean, Salads, and Soups/Stews/Chilis. Use these strategies to customize your meal planning experience for what works best for you and your family. […]
Meal planning throughout the COVID-19 pandemic is a beneficial skill to keep your mind engaged and your belly happy. Now is a great time to flex those culinary muscles and continue healthy habits while cooking. Adapting to this new normal may require some changes with how you have been planning and preparing, though. Utilize […]
There is no doubt that the COVID-19 outbreak has quickly wreaked havoc on our lives. Our team of dietitians has been right there with our patients, helping them build skills to navigate the new normal. While everyone is handling things differently, we’ve been inspired by how many patients have decided to use this time […]
According to a survey published by the National Retail Federation, consumers will spend $2.4 billion dollars on candy this Valentines Day[1]. Gasp! We recommend spreading the love a little differently. This year, try providing your loved one with a treat that will leave their health and heart feeling cared for and appreciated. There’s no better […]
The phrase “part of a balanced breakfast” accompanying tricolored sugary cereals may be a bit of a stretch. Eating a truly balanced breakfast can set your day up for success! This means carbs, healthy fats, protein, fiber, and tons of nutrients. Flax seeds are an all star ingredient, and can help make breakfast delicious and […]