Recipes
Tuna Salad with Parmesan
Light and Healthy Tuna Salad By: Jodie Shield, MED, RDN I admit, when it comes to eating lean protein, I am a landlubber. But I know as a registered dietitian nutritionist, seafood is so healthy. The current Dietary Guidelines recommend eating eight or more ounces of seafood a week. ...
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Celebrate National Noodle Month With This Asian-Inspired Dish! By: Jodie Shield, RD Italians aren’t the only ones who use noodles to create amazing meals. Many Asian dishes call for noodles, too. Here’s a recipe I came up with years ago which my older son, J.J., named Shanghai Chicken. I tried to ...
Read moreChicken with Feta and Black Olives
Packed with Mediterranean flavors, this light chicken dish is heart-healthy and a breeze to make. By: Jodie Shield, MED, RDN When I’m short on time and want a home cooked meal, Chicken with Feta and Black Olives is one of my go-to dinners. This Mediterranean dish is not only heart-healthy, ...
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Perfectly Cooked Easter Eggs! By: Jodie Shield, RD Growing up I will never forget going to an Easter egg hunt with my family. Back then we hid real eggs. My brother John, dressed in his Sunday best, found the most eggs. He stuffed them in his coat pockets because he was ...
Read moreSautéed 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. ...
Read moreHow to Make S’mores
A healthier version of the ultimate campfire treat! By: Jodie Shield, RDN When you hear the word “Girl Scout” what comes to mind? Most people say cookies or brownies, but I say s’mores. Many moons ago, my mom was a Girl Scout leader. Every year she took our troop on an ...
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