We all know getting proper nutrition is important, but figuring out what to focus on can be confusing – should you worry about iron? Carbs? Vitamin D? Saturated fats? Cholesterol? Healthy Fats? or what? So to keep...
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Written by Morgan McManimon-Myers, registered dietitian nutritionist Tender and tasty, sweet corn is a signature of summertime. It’s a special corn variety featuring tender kernels eaten as a vegetable, instead of traditional field corn, which...
Read moreIs Sweet Corn Gluten-free? Sweet corn is abundantly available this time of year and can make a budget-friendly nutritious addition to summer meals. The sweet, juicy kernels are gluten-free and are rich in fiber, folate and antioxidants. One ear...
Read moreI have to admit, I found this delicious cake recipe on Pinterest. It was a pin from Janae’ Cook on her board Yummyness. The idea that this wonderful looking cake only took 2 ingredients intrigued me, so I decided to stop by the store this...
Read moreRhubarb is an easy to grow perennial that will provide for many years once planted. You can harvest rhubarb once the stalks reach 12 to 18 inches tall, on the second year after planting. To harvest, simply grab the base of the stalk then pull! I...
Read moreFall is in the air, and if your like me, chances are you have already ordered in some Celestial Seasonings Sweet Harvest Pumpkin Black Tea to help you enjoy the now-chilly evenings. I know I will be drinking this tea from now until about...
Read moreHow to buy and how to store fresh tomatoes There are many varieties of tomatoes on the market today, from large, juicy varieties great for cooking or slicing, to tiny cherry or grape varieties that are perfect for salad toppings. There are also...
Read moreAcorn squash are a type of winter squash that are named for their shape, which is like an acorn. Acorn squash come in a variety of colors including green, orange, white and a variegated green color. When choosing squash, look for a hard tough...
Read moreWritten by Morgan McManimon-Myers, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Some dishes just wouldn’t be the same without the famous onion. One of the oldest known edible food sources, this member of the allium family is present in a staggering number...
Read moreCilantro is an herb that is available year-round in most markets which can add great flavor to your dishes, without adding any fat, calories, or sodium! It has a distinctive, pungent flavor and is often used in Mexican and Asian cooking. Growing...
Read moreWhat’s not to like about this bright, bite-sized, zesty veggie? Radishes are eager to pop up in the Spring – they take only a few weeks to go from seeds to table-ready! Harvest or shop for radishes that are bright red and approximately 1 inch in...
Read moreOh, the strawberry – it is no wonder it’s the world’s most popular berry, with its luscious red color and delicious sweetness! But, the taste of strawberries isn’t the only sweet deal; this member of the rose family has only 46 calories per cup...
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