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Pumpkin Seed Cluster Snack Mix
Tired of traditional trail mix? Get creative in the kitchen and try this seasonal snack mix instead!
Oat Bran Muffins
These moist, delicious muffins make a great breakfast or snack. Bring them to a potluck brunch or early-morning tailgate!
Homemade Instant Soup Jars
Instant soups are a convenient and inexpensive meal, but they are loaded with sodium. This homemade version is easy to prepare ahead of time (make a few at a time for easy meal prepping) so you can enjoy the same convenience, but a much healthier version! This recipe calls for coconut aminos, which is a lower sodium (only 90 mg per tsp!), gluten-free substitute for soy sauce. If you're trying to cut back on sodium, coconut aminos are a great alternative to soy sauce to keep in your pantry. To make the hard-boiled egg for this recipe, try our favorite method here.
Everything You Need to Know About Plums
Plums stand out with their delicious taste, vibrant colors, and extensive health benefits. Not only are they a delight to the palate, they're a versatile addition to many dishes. In fact, they are used in cuisines around the world. Here’s what you need to know about this tasty fruit and how to use it in your next meal.
How to Choose Healthy Premade Items at the Grocery Store
What are Premade Items? Proper balanced nutrition is key for living a healthy life. However, cooking every meal can be overwhelming or unrealistic for people with busy lives. Instead of turning to fast food, there are many premade items in grocery stores that can be time savers.
The Best Food Items to Buy in Bulk for People with Diabetes
With rising food costs, it’s important to stock up wisely! Knowing what food choices to buy in bulk can help you stick to your eating plan while saving you time and money. That’s a win-win!
What's in Season: Pumpkin
Pumpkins aren’t just for carving scary faces at Halloween—they can be utilized for all sorts of culinary concoctions! Considered a winter squash, pumpkins are delicious and full of good nutrition. With an earthy sweet flavor, pumpkin pairs well with baked goods, soups, sauces, pasta, and curries. Fresh pumpkins are generally available mid-September through November, but you can find canned pumpkin puree any time of the year.
Watermelon Season: What You Need to Know
Watermelon is one of the most popular fruits in the world¬—and for good reason. It's not only a delicious and refreshing treat, but it's also packed with nutrients that are beneficial for your health. Whether you're enjoying a slice at a summer barbecue or adding it to a fruit salad, watermelon is the perfect addition to any meal.
Sheet Pan Chicken, Green Beans & Potatoes
This budget-friendly family meal is made with just 6 ingredients and a sheet pan for minimal clean up. Perfect for busy weeknights when you need to get dinner on the table in less than 30 minutes. You could use any fresh or frozen vegetables. Italian dressing mix is a great "shortcut" seasoning, but you could use other seasonings you have on hand. This recipe includes a step for "leaching" the potatoes—a process that reduces the potassium. This is useful for people managing kidney disease or otherwise on a potassium-restricted diet. If you do not need to limit potassium, you can skip this step
Coconut Curry Trail Mix
This quick and satisfying snack is great when you need something to take with you that wont spoil. You can portion out 2 Tbsp. servings in snack-size containers to help with portion control.