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Healthy Holiday Eating

No Author — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 19:06:00 CDT

Are you concerned about adding inches to your trimmed waistline over the holidays? You need not fear! Help is here. Following are some holiday survival tips:

Pear and Cranberry Muffins

Dolores Sandmann — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 18:46:00 CDT

Celebrate the holidays with a breakfast treat featuring sweet pears and tart cranberries. This recipe, which calls for oats and whole-wheat flour, provides more fiber, vitamins, and minerals than those made with refined flour alone. The addition of pumpkin and sunflower seeds also adds an unexpected crunch and provides heart-healthy fat.

The Healing Power of Gratitude

Dolores Sandmann — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 17:02:00 CDT

As we prepare to celebrate the upcoming holiday, Thanksgiving can be a wonderful time to reflect on the power of gratitude to shape our lives. Consider this quote by author Melody Beattie, �Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough, and more. It turns denial into acceptance, chaos to order, confusion to clarity. It can turn a meal into a feast, a house into a home, a stranger into a friend. Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today, and creates a vision for tomorrow.�

Herbed Polenta with Grilled Portobello Mushrooms

Dolores Sandmann — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 17:01:00 CDT

Polenta, a creamy porridge made from cornmeal, has its origins in Italy and started out as a common dish for peasants. It can be served with meat, fish, pasta sauce, cheese, or vegetables. This month�s recipe spices up traditional polenta with a blend of aromatic flavors, like garlic, thyme and rosemary. Grilled Portobello mushrooms add a deep earthy flavor and a hearty texture that is sure to satisfy even the most dedicated carnivore.

Roasted Cod and Tomatoes with

Dolores Sandmann — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 17:08:00 CDT

Did you know that the tomato is of American origin, but that it was unknown as food in this country until long after it was commonly eaten in Europe? Today, the tomato is one of the most popular vegetables grown in home gardens. Nutritionally, tomatoes are superstars. They are an excellent source of vitamin C and a good source of vitamin A. Plus, tomatoes are full of lycopene, a potent antioxidant. Tomato sauces, soups and juices can contain five times more lycopene than raw tomatoes because cooking makes it easier for your body to absorb. Cook tomatoes with a little fat, like olive oil, to boost absorption as the following recipe suggests.

Chicken & Black Bean Enchiladas

Dolores Sandmann — Sat, 05 Jul 2008 10:49:00 CDT

It's that time of year again when warm summer evenings can quickly lead to impromptu gatherings with friends and family. But there's no need to stress over last minute hosting duties. Offer your hungry guests this quick and tasty Mexican-inspired meal. In addition to the whole-wheat tortillas, the beans in this dish offer an added boost of fiber.
So try this tasty dish, which promises to become a favorite for summer entertaining.

Sante Fe Sunset Dip

Dolores Sandmann — Sun, 01 Jun 2008 19:13:00 CDT

With June being National Dairy Month, I thought I would focus this month�s column on one of America�s most widely-consumed cheeses. Cream Cheese is an American invention developed in 1972 in New York state by a local dairyman. Because cream cheese is unaged, it has a shorter shelf life and should always be kept refrigerated. If mold forms, the cream cheese should be discarded as it is unsafe to eat.

Sante Fe Sunset Dip

Dolores Sandmann — Sun, 01 Jun 2008 19:13:00 CDT

Moroccan Couscous with Chicken

No Author — Fri, 02 May 2008 10:26:00 CDT

Moroccan dishes are famous for utilizing tasty spices that add an extra burst of flavor to any entrée. This one-pot meal also features a variety of vegetables that will please your palate and leave you feeling full and satisfied. Eating more low-calorie dense foods, like the vegetables and whole grains used here, is also a great way to improve weight management.

Thai Pork Salad

No Author — Sun, 02 Mar 2008 13:58:00 CDT

Nothing beats a simple and quickly prepared meal especially during the last days of winter. This delicious salad is an excellent source of vitamin C, folate and fiber. One serving has only 218 calories, and most of the fat in this recipe is monounsaturated, which reduces LDL, or “bad” cholesterol.

Barley, Turkey and Butternut Squash Casserole

No Author — Fri, 30 Nov 2007 07:58:00 CDT

Looking for new ways to use the rest of your Thanksgiving Turkey? Here’s a recipe that’s sure to please. A 3-ounce serving of boneless, skinless turkey breast contains 26 grams of protein, 1 gram of fat and 0 grams of saturated fat.

Stuffed Peppers

No Author — Sat, 29 Sep 2007 16:56:00 CDT

Sweet green bell-shaped peppers are the most popular garden variety. Left to ripen, they turn red, purple, orange or yellow and gain various levels of sweetness depending on the variety. Peppers are also a good source of the antioxidant Vitamins A and C.

September Is National Food Safety Month

No Author — Tue, 04 Sep 2007 21:26:00 CDT

What’s Cooking? As with other foods, it’s important to handle fruits and vegetables safely to help prevent foodborne illness. With September being National Food Safety Month, here are some ways you can reduce your risk of illness from fresh produce: