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A stellar strategy when planning and cooking meals is to keep flavors at the front of your mind. A simple way to do this is to let sauces guide your recipe creation. The great thing about sauces is they ensure a fabulous foundation and can bring together various ingredients for a cohesive dish. Many […]
Pesto has been a versatile culinary favorite for centuries. Originating in Italy, traditional pesto contains simple ingredients – garlic, fresh basil, pine nuts, parmesan cheese, and olive oil. Our twist on pesto swaps in B-vitamin-rich nutritional yeast for cheese, making it suitable for those with dietary restrictions for dairy. New to nutritional yeast? This […]
If you love all things pumpkin spice, you can thank your friends at Starbucks for bringing the trend to light. It’s been 20 years since the Pumpkin Spice Latte made its debut. As dietitians, we love seeing pumpkin in the limelight because the brightly colored winter squash is packed with nutrients. Unfortunately, when all that […]
This ingredient combination provides complex carbs, fiber, and protein that will give you a 5-minute, balanced, sweet snack. Cozy up and enjoy knowing you are getting in nutritious and delicious whole foods.
At Summerfield, we like to encourage our patients to “Eat the Eainbow” when it comes to their variety of colorful fruits and vegetables. With this dish – we’ve got you covered in the veggie department! Not only is it a lovely mixture of vibrant hues, it’s also a satisfying combination of flavors, textures, and […]
Our enchilada sauce adaptation is an easy, nutrient-dense spin on both the store-bought and authentic enchilada sauces. While those typically lean on water as the primary ingredient, our version is veggie-forward and milder on the spice – though it can certainly be prepared with more heat, depending on individual preference. The premade sauces will likely […]
Fresh tomatoes and basil are a match made in culinary heaven. Add pasta and a bold cheese, and you’ve got the makings of a pretty fantastic meal! This dish was inspired by a popular “baked feta pasta” recipe that circulated the internet during 2020, but with some modifications, we have made it stove-top friendly. […]
In the quest for a balanced and energized lifestyle, incorporating wholesome and nutritious meals and snacks is an essential component to consider. However, the fast-paced nature of our lives can often make it challenging to prioritize health goals. Finding ways to simplify nutrition can be key – and these make-ahead smoothie packs can be […]
As the end of summer approaches, many of us feel the need to establish more structure to our weeks and may even be preparing to get into the school year routine with our families. This often means busy schedules, early mornings, and the rush to get out the door by a certain time. For fast-paced […]
One of the best ways to enjoy produce is when it’s in season and at the peak of ripeness. When it comes to dining in the summertime, tomatoes top that list. Gazpacho is a dish that embodies a celebration of peak summer vegetables, with tomatoes as the star. Garden bounty, beware! Originating in Spain, […]