Recipes
Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup
Simmer split pea soup in a slow cooker all day and come home to a healthy, satisfying dinner. By: Jodie Shield, MEd, RDN When you crave warm, creamy comfort foods, grab your slow cooker and simmer a batch of homemade split pea soup. Split peas pack a potent dose of ...
Read moreGingerbread Squares
The sweet aroma of these freshly baked gingerbread squares will transform your home into a holiday bake shop. By: Jodie Shield, MEd, RDN Decorating gingerbread men. Building gingerbread houses. Holiday baking with your kids creates fun-filled memories. But gingerbread projects can be tricky and time-consuming. So I developed a super-easy and ...
Read moreHomemade Applesauce
Skip the store brands and sink your teeth into some delicious, homemade applesauce featuring the star ingredient – juicy, fresh apples. By: Jodie Shield, RDN It may take years for apple trees to grow, but it takes only minutes to make my homemade applesauce. Plus, it’s way yummier and healthier ...
Read moreWild Rice and Cranberry Stuffing
This savory wild rice and cranberry stuffing makes a perfect holiday side dish — whole grain and healthy! By: Jodie Shield, MEd, RDN Stuffing – who can resist it? I know it’s my favorite part of the holiday meal. But beware calorie-overload! Depending on the recipe, one-half cup of this ...
Read moreApplesauce Bread
Bake a loaf of this whole grain applesauce bread seasoned with a dash of cinnamon and savor the rich, buttery flavor. By: Jodie Shield, MEd, RDN What do you do with that half-eaten jar of applesauce tucked away in your fridge? Don’t toss it, make applesauce bread. I decided to ...
Read moreLasagna Caprese Roll-Ups
Love lasagna but hate the mess? This traditional pasta dish rolls two Italian classics Caprese salad and lasagna into one easy, satisfying meal! By: Jodie Shield, MEd, RDN What’s your favorite childhood cooking memory? Mine involves pasta and watching mom and her Italian friends roll out homemade noodles. They loved getting together ...
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