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Winter squash comes in many shapes and varieties. Substitute any kind of winter squash in your recipes. Winter squash includes many antioxidants and you can eat it either sweet or savory. The most commonly known winter squashes include acorn, butternut, and spaghetti squash. Winter Squash Nutrition Profile Winter squash is an excellent source of vitamin […]
Winter squash comes in many shapes and varieties. Substitute any kind of winter squash in your recipes. Winter squash includes many antioxidants and you can eat it either sweet or savory. The most commonly known winter squashes include acorn, butternut, and spaghetti squash. Winter Squash Nutrition Profile Winter squash is an excellent source of vitamin […]
This year, Hanukkah takes place December 2 through December 10. Latkes are one of the most common foods served throughout the eight nights of Hanukkah. Most traditional latkes are best described as fried potato pancakes, made of shredded potatoes, eggs, onions and salt. This holiday season, try sweet potato latkes as a twist on the […]
Sweet potatoes are popular this time of year. They make a star appearance on our holiday buffet tables in the oh-so-famous sweet potato casserole. Don’t ignore this starchy, yet naturally sweet, vegetable packs a nutritious punch for the remaining 11 months of the year! Sweet Potato: The Oldest Vegetable Known to Man? The sweet potato […]
November means Thanksgiving and Thanksgiving means sweet potato “something” at your table. Try a new recipe this week that is a modern twist on all sweet potato dishes: sweet potato carbonara. “The Vitamin A Sweet Potato” The nutritional value of the sweet potato is unbeatable! It is rich in complex carbohydrates, fiber, vitamins B-5 and B-6 […]
One great and versatile food full of protein is hummus. Make it even more versatile by trying out this recipe for sweet potato hummus. “The Vitamin A Sweet Potato” The nutritional value of the sweet potato is unbeatable! It is rich in complex carbohydrates, fiber, vitamins B-5 and B-6 and manganese. It also carries an enormous […]
Looking for something hearty to start your day this fall? Veggie burger hash is the perfect dish! It will fill you right up and keep you warm during the cold winter months ahead. It is made using a classic fall food: the sweet potato. “The Vitamin A Sweet Potato” The nutritional value of the sweet potato […]
We crown kale the new “king of the greens.” Why? Well, it’s the most nutritious plant food in the grocery store. Up until recently, kale was that garnish on your plate at a restaurant. You know, the one that you threw out or that the chef used to make the meat or seafood display look […]
Instead of stopping at your local bakery this morning for a pastry, save some time and enjoy a healthier option. Butternut squash and kale scones are the perfectly easy breakfast option that is both healthy and delicious. Butternut Squash: Nutritional Value The butternut squash is now one of the most widely prepared winter foods, and for […]
One of the most popular fall flavors is pumpkin, from pumpkin bread to pie to the ever-so-popular pumpkin spice latte. We have to thank Starbucks for introducing us to “fall in a cup.” But, do lovers of this drink, actually, know what really is in each sip? While pumpkin itself does boast many nutrients, it […]
