Tag Archives: vegetables

Perfect Healthy Eating Day…Almost

By Michelle | Published: August 17, 2011

For the past month I’ve been wearing my recipe developer hat testing slow cooker recipes. Some days three slow cookers were going at once. Other days I might have tested just one recipe, but for the second or third time.…

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Grocery Haul Post Vacay

By Michelle | Published: August 16, 2011

I feel healthier already since my Wisconsin trip. The memories of deep fried cheese curds, fried fish, and butter-drenched desserts are fading as fresh fruit, vegetables, and light pasta dishes appear once again on my plate.

Yesterday I…

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Michelle’s Grocery Haul and Incredible Coupon Discovery

By Michelle | Published: July 30, 2011

While I love the idea of coupons, I rarely get around to actually using them. I file them in a coupon organizer, where they often sit until expired. Sometimes I remember to pop them into my purse before heading to…

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Where a Nutritionist Shops for Groceries

By Michelle | Published: July 27, 2011

A few weeks ago a fellow blog reader, Zerin, suggested that I start posting about my shopping hauls. I googled “shopping haul” and discovered that it’s a popular social media trend for people to show off the goods…

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Chef’s Post Vacay Meals

By Michelle | Published: July 26, 2011

On Monday morning after being away from home for seven days, I was excited to be back in my own kitchen usually brimming with familiar, healthy foods. Though coming back to a nearly bare fridge creates a challenge.

Two…

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Weight Loss: Beat The Bloat Before Hitting the Beach

By Michelle | Published: July 22, 2011

Temporary abdominal bloat can be a total bummer when you want to slide into a form fitting dress, tight jeans, or a belly baring bathing suit. Fortunately, this discomfort and embarrassment can be avoided with just a few simple steps.…

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Coasting Through the Freezer Challenge

By Michelle | Published: July 14, 2011

After getting Scarlet off to preschool by myself two days in a row, I’d like to offer my utmost respect and props to all the parents out there who perform this feat daily. Typically Steve gets ready for work while I…

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Kim and Annie’s Sweet Potato Waffle Recipe for Special People

By Michelle Dudash | Published: June 25, 2011

Last time I visited my friend Kim, she made these scrumptious waffles which were crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. They don’t taste overly sweet like you might think they would, so they can…

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Mango Salsa Chutney Recipe

By Michelle | Published: May 13, 2011

Need ideas for summer fresh dipping? Try this delicious, nutritious dip with nacho chips or fresh summer vegetables.

Prep time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:

2 mangoes

1 onion

1 jalapeño, finely chopped

1 handful cilantro

Juice…

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Tex-Mex Salad Recipe

By Michelle | Published: May 13, 2011

Servings: 6

Prep time: 5 minutes

Ingredients:

1 can black beans (15 oz), rinsed and drained

1 can garbanzo beans (15 oz), drained

1 can whole kernel corn (15.25 oz), drained

1⁄2 cup onion, finely diced

1 tbsp…

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