Recipe Type: Holiday Favorites
Gingerbread Hemp Seed Muffins
Spice up your muffins with a gingerbread twist! Guest post by: Anne King, Dominican University Nutrition Student Pumpkin and spice is the sweet, fragrant memory that dances through my head when I think of my mother’s homemade muffins. Around the holidays we were never out of muffins. You name it; my ...
Read morePatriotic Yogurt Parfait
Grab your spoons and enjoy the fireworks nibbling on this easy, creamy Fourth of July dessert. By: Jodie Shield, RD This Fourth of July, skip the apple pie. I’ve started a new tradition in my family – light and healthy patriotic desserts. Some of my favorites are a delicious Stars ...
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Enjoy a lighter version of this year’s Chicago Tribune cookie contest winner! By: Jodie Shield, RDN December ‘tis the cookie baking season. My lightened up Frosted Sugar Cookies are so easy and a winner with my family and friends. But if you’re looking for more holiday baking inspiration, check out ...
Read moreDIY Pico de Gallo
Fast and fresh Cinco de Mayo recipes! By: Jodie Shield, RDN After a long, stressful day there’s nothing better than having a homemade dinner awaiting you on the table. It’s extra special when dinner is prepared by your daughter – thanks Jenny! My husband and I were treated to a ...
Read moreRoasted 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 ...
Read moreHoliday Eggnog Light
New Year’s Eve recipe countdown! Play it safe and make your own healthy holiday eggnog! By: Jodie Shield, RDN During the holidays eggnog is the rage. The dairy case is filled with cartons of the rich, creamy party beverage – sans the booze – you have to add that yourself! ...
Read moreCinnamon Crescent Cookies
This tasty holiday treat is the Chicago Tribune’s cookie contest winner! By: Jodie Shield, RDN December ‘tis the cookie baking season. My lightened up Classic Cut-Out Sugar Cookies are so easy and a winner with my family and friends. But if you’re looking for more holiday baking inspiration, check out ...
Read moreCaprese Bites
New Year’s Eve Recipe Countdown! Get the party started with a healthy no-bake appetizer! By: Jodie Shield, RDN Need a tasty, easy hors d’oeuvre to serve at your New Year’s Eve bash? My go-to recipe is Italian lollipops. It’s the ultimate finger food A.K.A. Caprese Bites and it’s always a ...
Read moreRoasted Shrimp Cocktail
New Year’s Eve Recipe Countdown: Serve this easy, healthy seafood appetizer in a martini glass and celebrate in style! By: Jodie Shield, RDN If you love shrimp, but hate boiling away the flavor, try roasting them in the oven. This is the Barefoot Contessa’s foolproof recipe and my favorite way ...
Read moreRaspberry-Acai Mimosas
Toast 2015 with a light, refreshing mimosa! By: Jodie Shield, RDN Cheers to your health! Thanks WCIU for having me share some of my favorite lighted up holiday cocktails on the You and Me in the Morning Show. Everyone on the set enjoyed sipping Red Orange Cosmos, Blue Moon Mocktails, ...
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