This is the most delicious stew you will eat this winter. It’s full of vegetables that supply you with vitamin C, carotene, and antioxidants; and a little beef that offers zinc, protein and iron. This hearty stew will keep you nourished and healthy during the cold months. Enjoy! Hearty Vegetable Beef Stew Nourishing beef stew for a cold winter day. 3 Cups Bone Broth (see notes)3 Cups Chicken Broth2 1/2 Cups Potatoes (cubed)1 Cup Celery (diced)1 1/2 Cup Carrots (diced)1/2 Cup Yellow Onion (minced)1 15 oz. Can Diced Tomatoes1 15 oz. Can Tomato Sauce1 Cup Frozen Green Beans (1/2 inch pieces)2 Tablespoons Garlic (minced)1 Tablespoon

One night this Fall, I caught myself watching an infomercial with a doctor preaching her diet plan for good skin, hair, and digestion. Usually I can see the fake claims and move on. But, this time I got sucked in.  The doctor was promoting bone broth. She promoted drinking bone broth daily as part of a balanced diet full of anti-cancer/anti-aging foods like fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains and limited animal products. That’s probably where she snagged me—the anti-aging. Like most women, I sometimes fall into the trap of wanting to look 21 again. I had some grass-fed neck bones on

This is a classic casserole that I grew up loving. I souped it up on vegetables without sacrificing flavor and texture. We eat this casserole almost once per month. I hope your family loves it as much as we do. Enjoy! Hearty Tuna Bake A healthy spin on a classic comfort dish. 3 Cups Dry Egg Noodles10 oz. Canned Tuna in water (drained)1 1/2 Cup Frozen Peas1 Red Bell Pepper (chopped)1 Cup Celery (chopped)1 Cup Zucchini (chopped)1/4 Cup Green Onions (minced)2 Tablespoons Fresh Parsley ((1 Tablespoon Dry))1 Cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese (shredded)Sauce 3/4 Cup Greek Yogurt (plain, unsweetened)3/4 Cup Mayonnaise1

Oftentimes as I’m cooking in the kitchen, someone comes along and snitches a bite of whatever I am making. This time it was my husband taste-testing this Pesto Pasta. He took one bite, rolled his eyes back in his head and exclaimed, “Mmmmm!” He may have even done a fist-pump in the air. With a reaction like that, I had to document this one. I served it with a Caesar Salad made of romaine lettuce and homemade garlic croutons to make it a complete meal. I hope you get a similar reaction from your family or dinner guests when you

During peach season, one of my favorite treats to make is a quick, single-serving of peach cobbler. I should put this "treat" in quotation marks because it's actually not very calorific, but it tastes awesome and satisfies a mild sweet tooth. Here's how I make it: Healthy Two-Minute Peach Cobbler Satisfy a sweet tooth FAST with this two-minute peach cobbler. 1 Fresh Peach1/2 Cup Hearty Granola (See Instructions)2 Tablespoons Milk Thinly slice a fresh peach into about 10-12 slices.In a microwave-safe bowl, microwave the peaches for 2 minutes.Top with 1/2 Cup of my Hearty Granola.Drizzle with 2 Tablespoons Milk. Viola!

My favorite mid-night snack also doubles as one of my favorite breakfast cereals. I love making my own granola because I can alter the sugar content, assuring a balanced combination of whole grains, nuts, dried fruit and other grains. Unlike most store-bought granola, this version contains only whole ingredients and has LESS sugar than a cookie. Something so delicious as this needs to be shared. Enjoy! Hearty Granola Homemade granola made from all whole ingredients. 16 Cups Old-Fashioned Oats1 1/2 Cups Raw Nuts (chopped)1 Cup Coconut (shredded)1/2 Cup Ground Flaxseed2 Tablespoons Cinnamon1 Cup Dried Fruit (Raisins, Craisins, Mango, Pineapple, etc.)Syrup1

Another reason to love late summer is because the Kent Mangoes at Costco are in season. The mangoes were the size of my toddler’s head and so flavorful and juicy.  They made our morning smoothie taste so good that I had to make another batch to satisfy everyone’s craving. It is so wonderful when nature’s candy is so healthy for you too! Mangoes contain over 20 different vitamins and minerals, the most of which are vitamin C, vitamin A, folate, and B6. Mango Blueberry Smoothie Healthy Mango Blueberry Kefir Smoothie 2 Cups Water1 Cup Kefir or Plain Greek Yogurt2 Handfuls of

One of my goals in the kitchen is to waste as little food as possible. I also try to waste as little time in the kitchen as possible too. When food starts going bad in the fridge, my challenge is to re-purpose it or preserve it before it is too late. Years ago, I overheard some ladies in the grocery store checkout line talking about how they freeze spinach for smoothies. They called them “spinach pucks.” I gave it a try, and it worked like a charm! The best part is, because the spinach is blended once into a puck

It’s easy to get in a rut with vegetable dishes. We all know we should be eating more of them, but the same ol’ recipes get boring on repeat. Here’s one of my favorite ways to eat up the veggies (particularly squash) in our garden. You’ll love the variety in flavor and texture. Enjoy! Garlic Sautéed Vegetable Medley 1 1/2 Cup Green Beans (fresh)1 Red Bell Pepper2 Yellow Squash2 Tablespoons Olive Oil (divided)2 Cloves Garlic (minced)1/3 Cup Parmesan (shredded)1/2 teaspoon Salt1/4 teaspoon Ground Pepper Snap the green beans into 2 inch pieces. Dice the bell peppers and cut the squash

This is the most flavor-packed summer salad that takes the least amount of time to make. It’s so fresh, so easy, and so healthy. The quinoa is full of fiber and protein and the veggies provide vitamins, minerals and antioxidants to keep you nourished and energized. Enjoy! Summer Quinoa Salad 1 1/2 Cups Quinoa, cooked and chilled 1 1/2 Cups Cucumbers, chopped 1 Red Bell Pepper, chopped 1/4 Cup Feta Crumbles 3 Tablespoons Pine Nuts 2 Tablespoons Fresh Basil 1/4 Cup Bottled Italian Dressing* Directions: 1. In a large saucepan, combine 3/4 Cup quinoa with 1 1/2 Cups water. Cover with lid