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Recipe Makeover: Vitamin-Rich, From-Scratch Oven Fries

Simple tweaks and healthy swaps to make your favorite recipes even better
May 23, 2012

oven-friesEasy side dishes are a must at summer cookouts. But rather than buying store-bought, calorie-laden potato salad and coleslaw, take the time to make your own bitesit will be cheaper and healthier!

So to test my theory, I chose to put a healthy twist on these From-Scratch Oven Fries using fresh sweet potatoes. Good for you and deliciousthis recipe basically cooks itself. Read More

Eating Well/ Your Kitchen
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Foodie Friday in Season: All About Asparagus

May 17, 2012

By Olivia Rassow

asparagusSpring is a great time to hit the local farmer’s market, with a variety of seasonal fruits and veggies hitting their peek of perfection. Asparagus makes our list of favorite foods for spring, as it’s loaded to good-for-you benefits and can be prepared in many different (tasty!) ways. The most common types are green, but you can also find purple and white stalks. Read More
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Foodie Friday: Raising the Bar

Health editors taste test the latest in healthy eats
May 10, 2012

By Olivia Rassow

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Nutrition bars travel well and are portion-controlled for sensible snacking while on the go. They make a nice addition to your morning coffee, can give you some pre-work fuel, and offer a save from mid-afternoon hunger pangs before your next meal. Ideally, look for bars with no more than around 200 calories and contain a balance of nutrients with fiber, protein, and healthy fats to satisfy cravings and keep you full. Check out some of our new favorites to keep on hand! Read More
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Recipe Makover: No-Bake Chocolate-Oatmeal Cookies

Simple tweaks and healthy swaps to make your favorite recipes even better
May 9, 2012

no-bake-chocolate-cookiesAs the temperatures begin to rise, cookouts and outdoor get-togethers full of tasty food are on everyone’s minds. The only problem is that as the heat rolls in, the last thing you want to do is turn on your oven!

That’s why I took to the kitchen to create an easy no-bake treat for this week’s Recipe Makeover—no oven required!

Using this No-Bake Chocolate-Oatmeal Cookies recipe, I created a lower sugar version that will be sure to impress your guests while allowing you to keep your cool! Read More

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Recipe Makeover: Feta-Stuffed Burgers

Simple tweeks and healthy swaps to make your favorite recipes even better
April 25, 2012
feta-stuffed-burgersBy Caitlyn Elf

It’s that time of year when people are breaking out the grills! And what could be easier than grilling? You can cook up just about everything on them—from veggies to burgers to pizza! It’s a simple and healthy way to make meals in a flash with minimal cleanup.

Speaking of simple, this week’s recipe makeover couldn’t possibly be easier. I took a Feta-Stuffed Burger recipe and with just a couple tweaks, had a healthier, just-as-tasty burger grilled up in no time! Read More

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