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From Pasta to Pulses: Boosting Kids’ Intake
Disclaimer: I am a member of Barilla’s Pasta Advisory Council. As always, all opinions are my own. Read my disclosure statement here. If you want to prepare nutritious and enjoyable family meals, including pasta and pulses can be a great move. Not only do these foods help your children meet… Read More
Celebrate Carbonara Day!
Disclaimer: I am a member of the Passion for Pasta Advisory Council (Barilla). As always, all opinions are my own. Read my disclosure statement here. It’s Carbonara Day! Pasta, the ultimate comfort food. What’s not to love? Today—April 6th—is #CarbonaraDay. To celebrate this classic dish, here’s a recipe from Barilla’s… Read More
Healthy, Happy Pregnancy Cookbook
If you or someone you know is pregnant, here’s a great new cookbook to help anyone experiencing the joys and occasional discomforts of pregnancy stay nourished and satisfied. Healthy, Happy Pregnancy Cookbook (Atria Books, September 27, 2016) by registered dietitians Stephanie Clarke and Willow Jarosh provides 125 tempting—and tested—recipes. Instead… Read More
Cheesy Chicken Fajitas
Looking for a quick and easy family meal? Here’s one for chicken fajitas from my book, Feed Your Family Right (John Wiley & Sons, Inc). Cheesy Chicken Fajitas This is one of my signature dishes that all my boys (including my husband) love. It’s so easy to prepare, with few… Read More
Cooking Tips to Help You Savor the Flavor of Food
Even though National Nutrition Month—the brain child of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics—has come to a close, I hope you will still find ways to savor the flavor of eating and living well. To help you celebrate the flavor of foods, here’s a fabulous guest post from cookbook author… Read More
Dill Freekeh + Roasted Carrot Salad & Roasted Greek Eggplant w/Feta
With the change in weather, you’ll likely enjoy adding some new dishes or ingredients to your family menu. To help you do just that, I’m happy to share two great recipes from the brand new book, The All-Natural Diabetes Cookbook, 2nd Edition by the fabulous and creative registered dietitian nutritionist… Read More
Food: Two Amazing Recipes from Pamela Salzman
If you’re looking for delicious recipes to add to your staples, look no further. I’m thrilled to share my first Food-based Food, Fitness & Fiction blog. It features two amazing recipes, one for Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos and one for Spring Green Minestrone. These delicious and beautiful specimens come straight… Read More
Recipe: Mini Fish Sticks
This delicious recipe for mini fish sticks will help you and your kids get in a key food we don’t eat enough of. Reposted with permission from Living a Real Life with Real Food from Beth Warren, MS, RD, CDN, the recipe packs in plenty of protein, a good dose… Read More
Hummus Grilled Chicken and Bell Pepper Kebabs
Makes four servings: 1 chicken and 1 vegetable skewer each Preparation time: 15 minutes (+ marinating time) Cook time: 12 minutes Ingredients: 1/2 cup hummus Juice of 1/2 small lemon (1 tablespoon) 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes 2 large… Read More