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healthy burgers

Stuffed Mini-Burgers with Spinach and Cheese

Kids are picky eaters, so we have to be creative to make sure they get their daily dose of nutrients. Wraps and stuffed burgers can hide some ingredients that kids might normally refuse.

Zemlovka-apple cinnamon bread pudding

Žemlovka: Baked Apple Cinnamon Bread Pudding

Žemlovka may look hard to pronounce, but it’s easy to enjoy for anyone who fancies apple-cinnamon pies or bread pudding.

Remembering Grandma: Apple Strudel and Mini Strudels

One way to make Mother’s Day special for your mom: Make one of Grandma’s specialties.

healthy smoothies

Chillin’ Out: Kids and Smoothies

Icy smoothies are a great way to get your kids to eat the fruit and veggies they need–just watch out for the dreaded BRAIN FREEZE!

When To Choose Organic

When Should You Choose Organic Food?

For which fruits and vegetables is organic the smart choice–and why? Plus: An updated 2013 “dirty dozen” list.

healthy desserts

Sunday Pound Cake with Cacao

This version of pound cake uses much less sugar and butter; adding cacao powder gives it a richer flavor–perfect for a Sunday coffee break.

chocolate journey

Mmm…Chocolate: From the Cacao Tree to Your Mouth

The creation of a chocolate bar or a cup of hot cocoa starts with a cacao tree. See the full journey, history and why buy Fair Trade.

burrito con huevos

Burrito Saludable para Desayuno

Como algunos jovenes son selectivos, es frecuentemente dificil preparar una comida que coman completamente. Las comidas conocidas como “wrap” o “pocket” pueden ser una buena alternativa.

healthy snacks for kids

Healthy Snacks: Carrot Sticks for Kids

Carrots are the main ingredient in this recipe, and since these sticks are baked, they’re a nutritious alternative to fried snacks.

Creative Healthy Meals for Kids

Creative Healthy Meals for Kids

Making healthy meals fun can get kids excited about foods that are normally on the “no” list.

healthy salad

Why Is Color Variety Important in Your Salad?

Check our “color chart” to make sure you’re getting the best nutritional value from your fruit and veggies.

funny chocolate

Squeakers by the Dozen: Chocolate Mice!

Chocolate doesn’t have to be heart-shaped to be sweet: These merry mice make a great edible (and adorable) gift and are guaranteed to be the hit of any party.

homemade chocolate

Green Is the New Red for Valentine’s Day

Homemade dark chocolate hearts are a great way to say “I love you” without having to waste paper on the box.

meatless dinner

Sauteed Brown Rice with Bok Choy and Mushrooms

This easy and nutritious dish makes a great meatless meal; brown rice provides plenty of dietary fiber and bok choy, eggplant and mushrooms supply lots of vitamins and minerals.

why is color variety important

What You Should Know About GMOs

An important part of the controversy surrounding genetically modified organisms (GMOs) is our right to know when–and why–we’re consuming them.