January is Cervical Health Awareness Month

No woman should die of cervical cancer, the most preventable of all gynecological cancers. To protect yourself against cervical cancer, get screened regularly starting at age 21. Cervical cancer is almost always caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), the most...

Au Gratin Potatoes

Au Gratin Potatoes 6 medium russet potatoes, thinly sliced1 cup onion, chopped2 tablespoons butter4 tablespoons all-purpose flour or white whole wheat flour1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon black pepper1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese2 cups milk, non-fat Preheat oven to 350...

Broccoli and Corn Bake

Broccoli and Corn Bake 14.75 ounces cream-style corn (canned)3 3/4 cups broccoli, frozen (cooked)1 large egg, beaten1/c cup whole wheat crackers, crushed1/4 cup vegetable oil6 whole wheat saltine crackers, crushed1 tablespoon butter, melted Preheat oven at 350...

Wild Rice and Mixed Roasted Vegetables

Wild Rice and Mixed Roasted Vegetables This is a recipe that can replace stuffing at your table and is based on one I prepared for my 5th grade local Native American history project. Over the years, I have added more vegetables (fill free to make your own changes),...

Oatmeal Raisin Walnut Cookies

Oatmeal Raisin Cookies Diabetic-friendly oatmeal raisin cookies with a lower glycemic index and added nutrients with a few simple swaps. Tip: (1) Freeze uncooked batter on baking sheets, then store in freezer bag labeled with type of cookie, oven temperature, and...

A Holiday Salad for Pear Month

December may be a month dominated by the holidays, but did you know that it’s also Pear Month? This lovely winter salad is festive enough for any holiday table and it offers the spotlight to the fruit of the month as well. A Holiday Salad for Pear Month 4 Cups...

Holiday Salad Wreath

Here is an easy way to display salads, vegetables, and fruits as holiday wreaths. They make colorful and healthful centerpieces that will grace any holiday table. You can take them to parties, too. Holiday Salad Wreath 2 pounds mixed greens (ready to serve)1 beet1...

Holiday Oatmeal Cookies in a Jar

Holiday Oatmeal Cookies in a Jar Cookies in a jar make a great gift for teachers, friends, and neighbors. 1 decorative jar or cookie tin (must hold 4 cups of cookie mix)1/3 Cup brown sugar1/3 Cup granulated sugar1 1/4 Cups all-purpose flour1/2 Cup oatmeal1/2 Teaspoon...

Spice Up the Holidays

Spice up the holidays and boost your health with warm, bright spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. You can add further health benefits by combining those spices with foods like oranges and cranberries, or drinks like black tea. So, how will you add spice to the...

In the Mood to Eat?

How Mood Affects Food Choices You’re in a foul mood and your only thought is curling up in bed with a book and your favorite snack. You know you shouldn’t, but you don’t care enough to stop. Tomorrow you wake up feeling bloated and guilty. One night seemed to sabotage...