Cacao, Cocoa, Chocolate, and Your Health

At first glance, cacao and cocoa almost seem like the same word, but technically they describe two different products. All chocolate comes from the cacao plant, an evergreen tree that grows to 15 to 25’ feet tall and which is found in countries near the equator (such...

Strawberry Yogurt Cake

Strawberry Yogurt Cake Here is a strawberry yogurt cake for special occasions in spring and summer. Dry ingredients for cake2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup granulated sugar1 tablespoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon saltStrawberry syrup for cake2 cups...

Strawberry Sparklers

Strawberry Sparklers Serve these fun strawberries for a snack or dessert. 1 pound strawberries (fresh, large )1 cup Greek yogurt (plain)1 tsp orange zest (grated peel)2 tablespoons pistachios (chopped)2 tablespoons dried cranberries (chopped)2 tablespoons chocolate...

Raspberry Beet Cheesecake

Raspberry Beet Cheesecake Crust:1/2 cup vanilla wafers1 tablespoon olive oilCheesecake:1 cup roasted red beets (skinned (about 2))1 pound neufchâtel cheese (reduced fat cream cheese)3/4 cup sugar4 eggs1 egg yolkTopping:2 cups fresh raspberries1/4 cup low-fat sour...