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Many people find sipping on a flavorful beverage to be one of the pleasures of the holiday season. Whether a cocktail or mocktail, selecting ingredients to put a seasonal spin on things makes them that much more appealing. For this recipe, we've infused citrus, spices, and fresh ginger to bring apple cider from basic to celebratory.
According to our dietitians, cool weather and roasted root vegetables are a match made in heaven. Roasting enhances the sweetness of most vegetables. This cooking method works well for parsnips, a less-common veggie choice. If you aren’t familiar with parsnips, they have a balanced mix of flavors similar to other root vegetables – mildly starchy […]
Many holiday tables are filled with delicious, tried-and-true, favorite recipes, but it's no surprise many are lacking in color and the corresponding veggie nutrition. So we elevated the standard stuffing in a way that makes it a great choice as a side dish even on a typical Tuesday.
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 […]
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 […]
If you love all things pumpkin spice, you can thank your friends at Starbucks for bringing the trend to light. It’s been over 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 […]
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 encourage our patients to “Eat the Rainbow” regarding their variety of colorful fruits and vegetables. With this dish – we’ve got you covered in the veggie department! It is a lovely mixture of vibrant hues and a satisfying combination of flavors, textures, and nutrients to pair alongside your favorite starch 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. […]
