Blog: Recipes & Ideas

This is not a trick; they are a treat! When we think about fruits and vegetables, there are many staples that come to mind- bananas, apples, oranges, tomatoes,…

It’s as simple as counting 1, 2, 3!

Learn some of the behind the scenes of apple harvest!

If you close your eyes and think of the words “Fall season,” what colors come to your mind? You may be thinking of reds, oranges, yellows, and browns. Simi…

The weather is cooling, leaves are changing, and that means fall produce is thriving. It’s time to pick up these in-season fruits and veggies and make someth…

The weather is cooling down, at least here in Minnesota, and I am loving it. I love the fall weather and warmly welcome fall dishes to make their way into my w…

Fall is in the air – cool mornings, trees glowing with color, the smell of warm apple cider – my favorite time of the year! What makes fall even m…

If you’re someone who loves to spend time in the kitchen, you’ll probably agree there is no better time to be cooking and baking than in the fall. As days…

Baking is one of my favorite activities to do with my family and enjoying delicious baked goods is one of my favorite ways to make new memories with loved ones…

It’s important to do your part to see that the fruit you buy does not go to waste. The fruit farmers and growers work hard to deliver these healthy fruit…

Here are a few tips for minimizing food waste with buying, prepping and storing techniques to honor the hard working efforts of our nation’s fruit and veggie…

Check out these videos with blueberry hacks, tips and tricks and fun recipes from the Blue Crew, an all-star group of registered dietitians, physicians, fitnes…

Research shows that eating a variety of fruits and veggies is associated with a reduced risk heart disease, some cancers, cognitive decline, and more. Even mor…

Interested in learning more about how blueberries fit into National Fruits & Veggies Month? This print-ready resource, available for download below, is sui…

Better-For-You Blueberry Coffee Cake is the name of the game for this recipe. We’re moving into the fall season which means cooler weather and cozier foods.…

As a Registered Dietitian, I care about the health of you and your family! That’s why I love celebrating National Family Meals Month™ and National Fruits &…

It might seem hard to carve out time to eat as a family, but it is important to try and create sustainable habits or family traditions that work for your indiv…

If you’re looking to get dinner on the table in a hurry (who isn’t?!), these are 5 quick & easy meals that pack a veggie punch and are sure to…