Long noodles signify longevity in Asian countries. Try this Chicken Vegetable Udon Soup to bring in the New Year with this delicious new challenge. Pin the Recipe As you’re getting ready for the end of 2013, you may be thinking about what lies ahead for you in the coming year. Some people have a custom of wearing red on New…
This post was written by Rosemary Squires I recently tried a kale and quinoa salad my friend made and had to get the recipe! Not only is this salad delicious, it is also extremely nutritious! Kale is a leafy vegetable and a great source of vitamin K and the antioxidants vitamins A and C. Quinoa is an edible grain-like seed that…
Jazz up your kids’ Mexican favorite with these Sweet Potato Black Bean Quesadillas. They’re a healthy and delicious recipe the whole family will love. Pin the Recipe This recipe was originally posted as part of a recipe contest sponsored by the California Sweetpotato Council. I received free samples of California sweetpotatoes mentioned in this post, but I was not compensated…
This Kale & Sweetpotato Lentil Salad is a hearty vegetarian entree or a delicious side dish to accompany chicken or fish. Disclaimer: I received free samples of California sweetpotatoes mentioned in this post. By posting this recipe I am entering a recipe contest sponsored by the California Sweetpotato Council and am eligible to win prizes associated with the contest. I was…
Disclosure: By posting this recipe I am entering a recipe contest sponsored by the California Table Grape Commission and am eligible to win prizes associated with the contest. I was not compensated for my time. Fall in love with Grapes! Although grapes are available at most supermarkets all year round, Grapes from California are in season between May and January,…
Traditional Thai recipes use many different herbs, spices, sauces, pastes, and condiments to achieve a variety of sweet, salty, sour, and spicy flavors. Some of my favorites are ginger, cumin, cilantro, mint, chili, curry powder, coconut milk, fish sauce, lime, and soy sauce. Many of these ingredients are used in my recent Coconut-Lime Chicken recipe, so when trying to figure out what…
This post was written by Tiana Yom Summer is here and that means it is time for eating outdoors – picnics, pool-side dining, and eating at the beach are all fun this time of year! In fact, a couple of weeks ago people everywhere celebrated International Picnic Day! It’s so enjoyable to lay out a blanket and sit on the…
Chicken is one of the best sources of protein and one of the most commonly cooked foods at home. According to the National Chicken Council, over 80 pounds of chicken was consumed in 2012 – compare that to 57 pounds of beef and 45 pounds of pork. Clearly chicken is a front-runner in the recipe department. The problem for many…
There’s only one poem I remember by heart from my childhood: Robert Louis Stevenson’s Bed in Summer. I don’t know why this is the poem I remember so well, but every year when the seasons change from winter to spring and the days get longer I think of this poem. The first verse goes like this: In winter I get up…
Coming up with creative, seasonal, Nutritioulicious recipes most days of the week can be challenging. For inspiration, I often look at published recipes from cookbooks or some of my favorite online sources (like Everyday Food and Cooking Light). It’s a rare occasion that I follow a recipe to a T – there always seems to be something in the recipe…
Eggs are poached in a spice-infused tomato sauce for a filling and easy weeknight dinner that’s commonly served for breakfast in Israel. Shakshuka! Isn’t that such a fun word to say?! If you’re not sure, here’s how it’s pronounced: shahk-SHOO-kah. You’re probably wondering what in the world this word is and what does it mean. Shakshuka is a very popular…
