The big game is tomorrow and undoubtably you are either having a Super Bowl party or attending one. Whether you are hosting or bringing a dish to a friend’s gathering, you can actually make some really tasty AND healthy foods so you aren’t totally indulging for the entire four hours of entertaining football and commercials! Try some of these healthier versions that we have previously shared on our blog for a more guiltless Super Bowl Sunday!
Brussels sprouts, a cruciferous vegetable, is a January Foods of the Month. This tasty veggie often gets a bad reputation as being non-kid friendly. To do away with that notion, try shredding them so they appear more like lettuce. This savory recipe looks more like a salad since the Brussels sprouts are cut into small pieces! (more…)
On nights that you don’t have time to cook meat, consider using beans as your protein source. Dried beans and peas like chickpeas, black beans, and lentils are a good source of protein and dietary fiber. (more…)
Chilis are an excellent dinner option for the winter months. Not only do they make great leftovers, they also often contain dried beans and peas, a January Foods of the Month! Chilis are easy to make – load yours up with lots of veggies and lean meats. Here are our top 2 favorites – one made with beef on the stovetop and one made with chicken in a crockpot. Which one would you make? (more…)
Happy New Year! We kick off January featuring cruciferous vegetables as a Foods of the Month! Cauliflower is a type of cruciferous vegetable. Eat this veggie as a snack with this cauliflower popper recipe – a healthy alternative to french fries! (more…)
