Category Archives for Starters
appetizers and snacks
Pumpkin Pie Dip for Apples
It has long been said that “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” Apples contain both soluble and insoluble fiber, Vitamin C, flavenoids, phenols, and carotenoids (antioxidants that contribute to cancer prevention). Apples are also praised for their link … Continue reading
Whole wheat buttermilk biscuits
Happy Easter! I can’t believe we are already in to April and Easter is just around the corner!! I talk a lot about healthy eating, but I have never been a believer of trying to eat healthy for holidays. I … Continue reading
Kale Chips
Kale Chips are a great way to get more kale into your diet. I especially like this recipe if I need to use up a bunch of kale — like when I get two bunches from my CSA – because it … Continue reading
Chia
Yes, believe it or not chia. It for more than chia pets! (Make sure you get chia that is food-safe and not the kind for the novelty pets that have been treated with chemicals. This kind is not edible) Chia … Continue reading
Sweet potato Hummus
Eating a diet in brightly colored fruits and vegetables will help prevent cancer. Sweet potatoes are no exception! These bright orange beauties contain carotenoids like beta-carotene that are powerful antioxidants that have been shown in studies to reduce the risk … Continue reading
