healthy eating

Pineapple Yogurt Parfait

11/07/201811/06/2018 Carroll

This pineapple yogurt parfait is great for breakfast or as a healthy dessert.

Black Bean Burgers

10/31/201810/10/2018 Carroll

With the recommendations to decrease red meat intake and switch to a plant-based diet, these homemade black bean burgers are a great weeknight dinner option.

Roasted Buffalo Chickpea Wraps

10/17/201810/10/2018 Carroll

Beans are very popular as part of a vegetarian meal plan but this recipe for chickpea buffalo wraps will satisfy any meat lover as well. Flavorful and high in Vitamin A, fiber and folic acid, it makes for a healthy lunch or dinner option.

Macaroni and Cheese with Peas

10/10/201810/10/2018 Carroll

Once of the best ways to get healthy foods into our family’s diet is adding them to popular dishes. This recipe adds peas to a lower fat macaroni and cheese, helping to boost its nutritional value and adding fiber.

Small Changes, Big Results

07/12/201806/22/2022 Carroll

Did you know? even making small changes in our food choices can have significant results. Check out these healthy food swaps:

Grilled Curry Chicken

03/21/201803/20/2018 Carroll

A great way to expand our meal options is to try recipes from other cultures. It’s also a great way to introduce new spices and decrease reliance on salt for flavor. Try this super simple Indian favorite that only requires five ingredients!

Greek-Style Shrimp Salad

02/21/201802/05/2018 Carroll

This Greek-inspired salad features shrimp as the lean protein. Grilling the shrimp is quick and easy and can be done on a stove top grill during colder months; the shrimp even can be cooked ahead of time. It’s light and refreshing, and it’s a great option for a meal salad when you want a change from the traditional dressing-laden Caesar salad.

Apple Skillet Pork Chops

11/01/201710/31/2017 Carroll

This recipe is so simple and so good! Say goodbye to dry, boring pork chops. These pork chops are moist and full of flavor, and it’s a great recipe for those leftover apples from the fall harvest! It’s a quick skillet dish that pairs well with any green vegetable and low fat mashed potatoes or mashed cauliflower.