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5 Vegetables That Make Amazing Fries (Besides Potatoes)

French fries are one of the ultimate comfort foods, and while there’s no denying how satisfying a salty serving of fried potatoes can be, enjoying a serving of fries doesn’t have to be a guilty pleasure. It’s easy to make healthier fries at home, and branching out from your usual spuds is a great way to up the nutritional value and slash calories while still enjoying the comfort food favorite. Steer clear of your local drive-through window and bake a big batch of one of these nutritious veggie French fries that everyone will flip for. 1. Roasted Carrot Fries Ingredients: 1 pound fresh carrots, cup into ½-inch sticks 2 teaspoons olive oil ½ teaspoon salt Directions: Place carrots in a greased …


7 Summer Slow-Cooker Recipes

So you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time at the pool… 1. Mac and Cheese With Bacon Ingredients: 3 cups elbow macaroni 4 strips bacon 3 tbsp butter 2½ cups shredded cheddar cheese 1 can cheddar cheese soup 1 cup milk salt and pepper Directions: Coat crock pot in non-stick spray Combine all ingredients in the crock pot and stir together Cover and cook on low for 2 hours, stir every half hour to evenly distribute the cheese 2. Guinness Pulled Pork Try it piled into sliders or tacos, on top of salads, or on its own. Ingredients: 1 Tbsp. smoked paprika 2 tsp. salt 1 tsp. crushed red pepper 1/2 tsp. garlic powder 1/2 tsp. …


Red, White & Blueschetta

Here’s a red, white, and blue snack to keep you in the patriotic spirit! This yummy twist on a classic bruschetta appetizer is easy to make and requires just four simple ingredients: toasted whole-grain bread, feta cheese, blueberries, and grape tomatoes. You’ll need to let the mixture sit in the fridge for about a half hour before serving to give the sweetness of the berries time to blend with the acid of the tomatoes and the salty flavor of the feta cheese. Then, simply spoon the mixture on to toasted whole grain bread and serve. Ingredients • whole-grain bread, sliced and toasted • feta cheese • blueberries • grape tomatoes Directions Cut the tomatoes in half and combine the three …


Get Grilling with Meatless Monday!

The start of summer is the perfect time to enjoy delicious, sizzling meals straight off the grill! Meatless grilling is an easy way to experience seasonal flavors without compromising your waistline. Plus, eating veggies can help you incorporate more vitamin-packed vegetables into your diet and reduce your risk of certain chronic diseases. Americans love grilling and eating a lot of meat, but consuming red and processed meat, like our beloved hamburgers and hot dogs, has been linked to a host of illnesses including diabetes, heart disease and various forms of cancer. What’s more, cooking and grilling meat at high temperatures – especially when charred – releases compounds that are linked to cancer and increases health risks. It’s easy to remember …


6 Healthy Mexican Food Recipes for Cinco de Mayo

Think Mexican food and you might recall the “food baby” you had the last time you opted for a dish that touted its south of the border roots. But the traditional fare is much healthier than the fried enchiladas and overstuffed burritos that are synonymous with Mexican food in the U.S. Traditional Mexican cuisine can actually be very healthy. It’s high in legumes, bursting with vegetables and uses meat sparingly. And the food is cooked with olive oil or charbroiled, baked and steamed—not fried and processed. Try skipping heavy sauces and creams when making your favorite Mexican fare at home and, instead, focusing on bold flavors in place of fats—think chiles, limes, herbs and spices. Here, our favorite Mexican recipes …