Eggs Over Kale and Sweet Potato Grits

Eggs over Kale and Sweet Potato Grits A modern twist on a Southern classic, this baked breakfast dish features eggs and grits with sweet potatoes and kale. 1 sweet potato (large, orange fleshed)2 cups kale (fresh, chopped)1 tablespoon vegetable oil (divided)1 1/2 cups...

What Are Prebiotics?

We’re learning more about the important role of the gut microbiome –- the millions of bacteria that populate our intestines, a.k.a. “guts” –- in promoting good health. The gut microbiome contains both helpful and potentially harmful bacteria, and when the...

A New Health Claim for Magnesium

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved a new health claim for magnesium and its role in reducing the risk of high blood pressure. A health claim can be used on food and supplement label packaging to characterize the relationship between a substance...

Mushroom Quinoa Soup

  Mushroom Quinoa Soup This light soup is so satisfying with its whole-grain quinoa and large heap of sliced mushrooms. It is a little different in that it is assembled after the ingredients are cooked so the broth remains clear and it looks gorgeous. 3 cups...

Cabbage and White Bean Stew

  Cabbage and White Bean Stew Our series on Power Soups continues with this luscious white bean stew.If you haven't caught all the installments yet, now's the time! White beans are one of the most delicious soup ingredients! This is extra...

Broccoli Potato Soup

Broccoli Potato Soup A tasty and made-from-scratch soup that comes together quickly with the help of instant mashed potatoes and powdered milk. 4 cups broccoli (chopped)1 onion (small, chopped)4 cups chicken or vegetable broth (low-sodium)1 cup evaporated milk...

Explore Diverse Backgrounds – challenge starts January 30

Get Ready for your next team challenge! The Explore Diverse Backgrounds Challenge starts on January 30. In this challenge, learn more about different identities and our own biases. This will help us better understand various challenges that people with different...

Butternut Squash Soup

  Butternut Squash Soup This buttery smooth soup is made from butternut squash with veggies and select seasonings. It’s topped with a little shaken cream and paprika. 1 pound butternut squash (about 1 medium sized squash, can also use acorn squash)1...

Soup’s On!

The beauty of soup is that it’s one of the most versatile, inexpensive meals you can make. All you really need is a handful of ingredients, a pot, and a little imagination. Even if you’re not a whiz in the kitchen, soup is simple to prepare and always appreciated on...

Broccoli-Cheddar Frittata

Broccoli-Cheddar Frittata This egg dish provides a quarter cup serving of vegetables during breakfast and uses reduced-fat cheddar cheese and non-fat milk to limit fat. Prep and cook in about 30 minutes makes this recipe an easy breakfast for both the weekday or the...