52 Healthy Foods You Can Say “Yes” to-Tomatoes!

April 18, 2012
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Who doesn’t love a tomato? Bursting with flavor and juice, tomatoes are one of the more popular produce items eaten by Americans. Even though tomatoes are members of the fruit family, they are commonly referred to as a vegetable and served and prepared as one. They are an excellent source of vitamin C and a [...]

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Healthier Alternatives To Potato Chips

April 17, 2012
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There’s no question that potato chips are delicious. But for those looking to trim up their waistlines, cut down on sodium or just plain make healthier choices, they’re not always the best pick when it comes to snacks. No need to worry, though: Take comfort in knowing that there are plenty of tasty foods to [...]

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Tasty Tapioca

April 17, 2012
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Tapioca, often called “fish eyes” or “frog eyes,” is a tasty treat most often associated with tapioca pudding and its distinct texture. But what you might be surprised to learn is that tapioca’s applications are probably more varied and interesting than you may have realized. The food, a gluten-free starch, is extracted from the cassava [...]

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How Do You Organize Your Recipe Catalogue?

April 16, 2012
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With recipe resources spanning far and wide, from handed-down family recipes to seemingly infinite online recipes and published cookbooks, it can be quite exciting for adventurous cooks to have the ability to constantly try new things. But it can also be quite daunting trying to figure out how to keep everything organized. We’ve been brainstorming [...]

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Pecan Recipes for Cheesecake, Pie and Pork Tenderloin

April 13, 2012
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Pecans that you find at your local Marsh, in trail mixes, in cookies, in ice creams and more, are technically a fruit and not a nut; however, they are more popularly considered to be closer to walnuts and peanuts than apples and oranges. A good source of protein and unsaturated fats — like the omege-6 [...]

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Pancetta Adds Varitety To Your Table

April 12, 2012
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There is a bacon craze sweeping the nation at the moment. More and more bacon is making its way into recipes and onto our tables than ever before, it seems. This is undoubtably a good thing; however, we would be remiss not to consider other pork delights as well as bacon. One timeless favorite is [...]

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Try It With Tofu

April 11, 2012
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For some of those considering healthier eating habits, finding enough protein can be a challenge. Many people are aware of tofu but are hesitant to actually try cooking with this sometimes-intimidating soy product. The reality of the situation is that cooking tofu is a relatively simple process and produces amazingly delicious results. There are two [...]

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52 Healthy Foods You Can Say “Yes” to: Pineapple

April 10, 2012
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One of the most loved tropical fruits, pineapples remind us of white beaches and palms in Hawaii. Called, “fruit of the kings”, they have always been considered a delicious gift of nature. Peak season for fresh pineapple is from March to July, but it is available year round in most markets. Look for fruit that [...]

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Turn the Heat Up With Sriracha

April 10, 2012
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There seems to be a craze sweeping the food world right now that has many cooks reaching for an unusual ingredient: Sriracha. Sriracha hot sauce is a variation of a traditional Thai chili paste sauce, named for its apparent origins around  Si Racha, Thailand. Read: Alaska Seafood Recipes Read: Breathing Fire: The Scoville Scale for [...]

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Rhubarb: The Forgotten Veggie

April 9, 2012
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There are few plants as versatile as rhubarb that are also the most maligned. When was the last time you considered rhubarb in your weekly shopping list? This plant is often overlooked despite being an incredible multipurpose option. Tart and tangy when used in savory applications, while sweet and rich when used in more sugary [...]

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How To Add A Healthy Touch To Your Easter Baskets

April 6, 2012
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Each Easter, children get to enjoy many holiday-oriented activities, such as decorating Easter eggs, creating hand-crafted Easter cards, and embarking on Easter egg hunts. And, of course, they get to enjoy fun-filled Easter baskets. While traditional Easter baskets are wonderful, with their bunny-shaped chocolates and creme-filled eggs, it’s also a great idea to supplement these [...]

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