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Preparation Time: 30 minutes 1 cup rotini (or other pasta) 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1 cup kidney beans, rinsed and d…

Preparation Time: 15 minutes plus marinating time 2 cups frozen corn, defrosted 15 or 16-oz. can black beans, rinsed and drained 1 medium tomato, chopped…

Athletes know that proper nutrition during peak season is as equally important as proper training and realize that what they eat directly affects performance d…

During the holidays of Easter and Passover we reflect on renewal, a perfect time to celebrate the spring harvest. Eat green and choose seasonal fruits and vegg…

Pair with Cheese. Make your own version of the classic caprese salad by adding low-fat mozzarella and basil leaves to your dish, or simply sprinkle parmesan ch…

Quick One-Dish Meal. Need dinner in a hurry? Try this great one-dish meal: Green peas, Potatoes, and Ham Add a Little Color. Brighten up soups, stews and cass…

Ever find yourself staring into the pantry trying to think of how to put together a meal? Having basic meal builders on hand will help with meal planning and e…

Add to Steamed Vegetables. Toss pecans and steamed green beans in a bowl with olive oil and a seasoning blend such as minced garlic and onion with salt, pepper…

Even though I live in the South, my husband and I are planning to try our hand at growing asparagus in our home garden this year. I understand it may be 3 year…

Cabbage may not be included on everyone’s grocery list, but it is versatile and nutritious. Cabbage is probably more recognizable as sauerkraut or Cole s…

Preparation Time: 25 minutes ½ cup whole-wheat pasta, uncooked 1 16-oz. package frozen mixed vegetables 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth 1 15 &f…

Preparation Time: 15 minutes ½ pound polenta (from refrigerated section) 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 cup salsa 1 15-oz. can black beans, rinsed…