This is the heartiest of all hearty salads, and a hit at barbecues and potluck dinners! It is a modification of California Pizza Kitchen’s Roasted Vegetable Salad. Grilled Balsamic Vegetable Salad Grilled Vegetables1-2 Cups asparagus or green beans (whichever is in season)1 Red bell pepper (chopped)2 small zucchini squash (chopped)1 Cup frozen corn1 15 oz. can artichokes in brineSaladRomaine lettuce (chopped)1/4 cup green onions (chopped fine)1/3 Cup sundried tomatoes1 avocado (chopped)Vegetable Marinade:1/4 Cup olive oil1 Tablespoon soy sauce (I use BRAGG Liquid Aminos for my Gluten-Free friends)1/2 teaspoon cumindash of cayenne pepperBalsamic Dijon Dressing:1/2 Cup olive oil1/3 Cup Balsamic vinegar2

Almost no breakfast is ever complete without a smoothie in the Andersen household. This recipe is the most-often requested smoothie. In fact, my 3-year-old son informed me yesterday that he only drinks "Purple" smoothies now and will no longer consume them if they are green. He's a boy who knows what he wants. Hearty Berry Smoothie 1 Cup Unsweetened Vanilla Almond Milk1 banana1 handful spinach3/4 cup strawberries (fresh or frozen)1 cup frozen blueberries Combine all ingredients in blender in order listed and mix until smooth. Enjoy! Breakfast, Drinkshealthy smoothie, Hearty Featured Product Ninja Smart Screen Blender

I always used to cook with canned Cream of Chicken Soup. I never thought to question whether there was another way. Finally, I decided I could do better. I substitute this mix in every recipe I make; soups, gravies, casseroles, sauces, and more. It’s simple, and it takes just a few minutes to whip up. Homemade Cream of Chicken Soup More flavor, less ingredients, and healthier for you. 1/4 cup onion (minced)2 Tablespoons butter1/3 cup flour1 1/4 cup milk (2% milkfat)1 1/2 teaspoon “Better than Bouillon” chicken base1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Sauté onions in butter in a medium saucepan

Sometimes, you just need to clean out the veggies in the fridge for dinner, and this dish does just that. This is a colorful twist to potatoes and gravy which can be served as a main dish. Follow my picture tutorial to make the gravy base by clicking HERE . Serve with cut vegetables or my Apple and Bacon Spinach Salad to make it a complete meal. Mashed Potatoes with Hearty Vegetable Gravy A colorful `twist to a classic comfort food. Mashed potatoes:8-10 Russet potatoes2 Tablespoons butter1 cup Greek Yogurt1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperGravy Base:1/2  cup  onion  (minced)4 Tablespoons  butter2/3

Whether you live in a dorm on campus or an apartment off campus, learning to cook and feed yourself nutritious meals can be one of the hardest parts of the college experience. It doesn’t have to be this way, though. These are my tips for saving time, space, and money without sacrificing nutrition. Dinner Groups I encourage college students to team up with their roommates to form a dinner group. If you eat at the cafeteria for every meal, eat together. This prevents overeating out of loneliness or simply because no one seems to be watching, and it makes for

In June 2004, I embraced a world I knew nothing about as I prepared for the Miss America competition. I know. That wasn't what you were expecting to read just now. So let me back up and explain a few things. But first, a bit of warning: if you are currently recovering from an eating disorder, several remarks here can be quite triggering. This is my personal story, so I feel it is important to include some of these details. However, this could be damaging to your recovery, so I suggest coming back to read this at a later date

Carbohydrates are found in foods like breads and grains, starchy vegetables like potatoes and corn, and sugary foods like candy.  Fruits contain carbohydrate in the form of fructose. Dairy products contain carbohydrate in the form of lactose.  God blessed our Earth with plants and animals which provide essential carbohydrates for our health, and He wants us to eat them. However, in the last decade or so, there has been a wave of diets promising weight loss through limiting carbohydrates. Society has started to view the consumption of carbohydrate as a sinful indulgence. Why all the fuss about carbs?   The

After almost 10 years of making my own pancake mix, I think it is safe to say, I have finally mastered it. These pancakes are so fluffy and moist, you won’t believe they are made out of 100% whole wheat flour, no eggs, and no oil. They are “hearty” and heart-healthy! Since I make these at least twice per week, it’s possible for me to have the first round of hot pancakes plated and ready to eat in less than 20 minutes. One of the secrets is: mise en place. That’s a French saying for “everything in it’s place.” Seriously,

Greetings from Utah! I’m Megan. With a degree in Dietetics from Brigham Young University and a passion for helping people have healthy food relationships, I consider myself a nutritional ally. There’s no eating right vs. eating wrong in the nutrition advice I give. Simply put, there is a place for every food in a healthy diet. However, this is my mantra: “A meal is never complete without a fresh fruit or vegetable!”  That being said, a lot of how I feel about food comes from my belief in God as the Creator of all things—particularly food. I believe we, as