When spring begins where I live, it’s aptly referred to as “false spring,” because we know winter isn’t finished with us yet. So even though we’ve already seen some beautiful sunny, warm days, bright green shoots emerging from the earth and flowers blooming on the...
A family favorite in our house is the Build-Your-Own Burrito Bowl. It’s a great way for everyone to create a meal they love! This month’s Recipe Redux challenge is to create a recipe using at least three items “that are actually in your refrigerator or pantry right...
We use a variety of canned tomato products on a regular basis—tomato paste, strained tomatoes, tomato sauce, whole peeled tomatoes, diced tomatoes, you name it. They are convenient and nutritious. Cooked tomato products contain higher levels of lycopene, which is a...
Every year I watch the Oscars. I love going to the movies, but I also love to watch them in the comfort of my home. So as the award show dazzles through the night, I diligently make a list of all the good movies I missed in the theater so I can enjoy them later. I...
Cocoa beverages have been enjoyed for thousands of years, having originated in South America. It is still enjoyed today and is, indeed, an elixir. Rich in flavanols–powerful antioxidants with anti-inflammatory properties–cocoa is known to support the...
Some of you may have tried my Beet the System Smoothie. If you have pile of raw beets and a bunch of oranges lying around and you want to practice your orange-supreming skills, then it’s the recipe for you! But if there are times when you’re so busy you can’t think,...
Hi! I’m Laura, dietitian and mom to two sweet, rowdy kids. I love food and nutrition! My passion is helping families celebrate balance, health and happiness in the kitchen, at the table and in life.
