The grill is, perhaps, the main reason why many people gain weight during the summer.
It's not just the grilled ribs, steaks, hot dogs and burgers, either. It's th... Read more
Orange Gingersnaps
A twist on traditional gingersnaps, these chewy triple-ginger cookies with a hint of orange have whole-grain goodness from whole-wheat flour. All three types of ginge... Read more
Spring Celebrations
If you're looking for a way to jazz up a bridal shower or graduation party without spending a lot of money, give your guests a fun spread of finger foods. Appetizers... Read more
Ingredients
1 bag (10 oz.) washed salad greens
1 can (15 ¼ oz.) Whole Kernel Sweet Corn , drained
1 (7 oz.) pouch or 2 (3 oz.) pouches Tuna, (Chunk Light or Albacore)
1 can (15 oz.) 50% less salt black beans , rinsed and drained
½ cup low-fat ranch dressing
½ cup mild or medium salsa
Directions
Place salad greens in large bowl.
Top with black beans, corn, and tuna.
Drizzle with dressing and salsa. Toss before serving.
Summer Salads--It's Too Hot to Cook.
Healthy Summer Sweets--Peach Yogurt Pops
Bypass the usual sugar-laden, fat-filled desserts this summer and try something ompletely different!
Ingredients
1 can (15 oz.) Yellow Cling Sliced Peaches or Peach Halves
1 ctn. (8 oz.) low-fat vanilla yogurt
8 (4 oz.) plastic or paper drink cups
8 wooden sticks or plastic spoons
Directions
1. Pour undrained fruit into food processor or blender container. Cover and pureé.
2. Add yogurt; blend until smooth.
3. Pour into cups; freeze until partially frozen.
4. Place stick in center of each
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The Dish on Dairy
Did you know that milk delivers more than just calcium to your diet? Not everybody does.
"Many consumers know about milk's calcium benefits, but most are unaware that dairy foods deliver eight other dietary nutrients considered 'essential' by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)," says Nikki Stahr, a registered dietitian with the Midwest Dairy Council.
Eating healthy is about more than just watching the calorie count. "It's important to get essential nutrients from the foods we eat," says Stahr, "because the human body can't manufacture them in sufficient quantities to meet daily needs."
If your kids love the book Harriet The Spy, they'll want to tune in to the new Disney Channel television movie, "Harriet the Spy: Blog Wars," starring Jennifer Stone ("Wizards of Waverly Place"), on Friday, March 26 (8:00 p.m., ET/PT). Based on the popular books by Louise Fitzhugh, the movie is a contemporary twist on the iconic character, as Harriet "The Spy" Welsch vies to become the official blogger of her high school class.
The film was written by mother-daughter team, Heather Conkie and Alexandra Clarke. Internationally acclaimed writer, Heather Conkie, gave her daughter, Alexandra Clarke, Harriet the
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New England Clam Chowder
by Jenny Harper
I love soup. A lot. On a cold winter day, there's nothing like a bowl of hot, savory soup to satisfy my hunger and warm me through and through. And if the soup is easy to make, I'm even happier. Make a double batch and freeze individual servings so you can have some ready any time you need it.
And for more satisfying soup recipes, visit TheCookingMilk.com. Stay warm!
New England Clam Chowder
Makes 4 servings
4 slices bacon, chopped
1 pound (about 3 medium) potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch chunks
1
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What's Cooking This Month
Check out Jessica Mostak's Monthly Meal Planner, filled with menu ideas & recipes for every day of the month. Right now, you can see what's cooking in December.
Jes Mostak, a Twin Cities resident and creator of Monthly Meal Planner has this to say about the all-important family dinner:
Experts agree that one of the most important things we parents can do for our children is to make family dinner time a priority; it gives parents, and kids alike a chance to unwind, recharge and bond over a hot meal. Studies have shown that
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Holiday Menu and Entertaining Tips
It's no secret we're still in an economic crisis and this year, people everywhere are looking for ways to stretch their holiday meal dollars without sacrificing taste or nutrition.
Moms who work and live on Midwest dairy farms, like Barb Liebenstein of Dundas, Minn., are working with the Midwest Dairy Council to share tips for delicious, nutrient-rich, money-smart holiday meals. Here are a few menu and entertaining tips from America's dairy farm moms:
To save money, buy cheese in block form and slice or cube it yourself. Or use holiday cookie cutters to create festive shapes, and save the sc
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