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Healthy BBQ Bowl
Skip the bun and enjoy this finger-licking southern barbecue served in a bowl! By: Jodie Shield, MED, RDN Sweet, savory barbecue. These past four years this Yankee has been traveling to Memphis to watch my son, Michael, play football at Rhodes College. Needless to say, my family has sampled some ...
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Roasted Root Vegetables
Perfect holiday side dish – colorful and healthy with a sweet-savory flavor! By: Jodie Shield, RDN Last month I had the opportunity to visit a family owned and operated Concord grape farm during harvest time. What an amazing experience nibbling on juicy, sweet grapes fresh from the vine. Welch’s sponsored ...
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Sloppy-O-Joes
Transform traditional sloppy joes into something homemade and healthy! By: Jodie Shield, MED, RDN One of my all-time favorite comfort foods is a sloppy joe sandwich. But the thought of pouring a can of salty, prepackaged sauce into ground beef just doesn’t feel homemade or healthy. Working with Tropicana, I ...
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Herb-Crusted Standing Rib Roast
Holiday recipe countdown: Pop this easy and elegant meal in the oven then sit back and enjoy your family and friends! By: Jodie Shield, RDN Have you planned your holiday menu? If so, you may want to reconsider. If not, have I got some ideas for you! Every year I serve ...
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How to Build a Healthy Hamburger
Follow these five steps, and relish the real thing! By: Jodie Shield, RDN May is National Hamburger Month – fire up the grill! Sure, I love a portabella or turkey patty, but this dietitian can’t resist a juicy, beef burger. The trouble is a typical half-pounder packs at least 600 ...
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Sautéed Swiss Chard with Garlic
A great side dish to accompany any family meal. By: Jodie Shield, RD Last week in Chicago, I had the honor of having dinner with Food Network star Alton Brown at Table 52. Myself, and about 15 fellow bloggers, enjoyed an unforgettable “southern” meal personally prepared by the chef/owner, Art Smith. ...
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Jammin’ Jambalaya
Light and easy cajun cooking – so good Chef Prudhomme would approve! By: Jodie Shield, RDN This jambalaya recipe is a staple at our house. I make it when my family wants something healthy and tasty to eat in a hurry. That’s because shellfish is so quick and and easy ...
Read moreTop 7 Foods for Healthier Eyes
For improved eye health, take a closer look at your grocery list. Guest Post By: Bryton Ashman, Dominican University Nutrition and Dietetics Student Our eyes are one of the most fascinating and complex parts of the body. We rely on them for nearly every moment of our waking lives. Their ... more
Read moreHow to Build a Healthy Hamburger
Follow these five steps, and relish the real thing! By: Jodie Shield, RDN May is National Hamburger Month—fire up the grill! Sure, I love a portabella or turkey patty, but this dietitian can’t resist a juicy, beef burger. The trouble is a typical half-pounder packs at least 600 calories and ... more
Read moreStock Up on Beat-the-Heat Meals
Cool tips for stocking your kitchen with four healthy summer meals! By: Jodie Shield, RDN Scorching heat. Sticky humidity. If you can’t stand the heat . . . get out of the kitchen! But your family is hungry, so what do you do? No sweat. These four “cook-less” meals can ... more
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