Simple Pumpkin Pie

Simple Pumpkin Pie

Posted: Oct 26 in Recipes by

Just in time for Thanksgiving, Mary Ellen Doukakis, RD, has a great recipe for a healthier pumpkin pie! Ingredients: 1/2 cup egg substitute 2 cans canned pumpkin 1 cup nonfat dry milk 3/4 cup sugar 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1/4 tsp nutmeg 1/2 tsp ginger 1/2 tsp cloves 1/4 cup flour 1 cup water Preheat [...]

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Zucchini Soup

Posted: Oct 01 in Recipes, Weight Management Strategies by

Zucchini Soup Here is a tasty way to add more vegetables to your diet and take advantage of the seasonal local produce. This simple recipe is an old family favorite that has been modified to offer a lower fat, nutrient and fiber rich addition to your table. Ingredients: 1 lb. lean Italian turkey sausage 2 [...]

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Why is it so hard to maintain or lose weight in the winter?

Posted: Nov 17 in Recipes, Weight Management Strategies by

So what is it with this cold weather? Do you find yourself craving thick , hot stews and homemade bread with lots of butter? Falling temperatures and gray skies make our thoughts stray to comfort foods of yore. What were the family customs when you were a child? Chocolate chip cookies? Chile con queso and [...]

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The Value of Smoothies

Posted: Aug 11 in Recipes, Weight Management Strategies by

The value of smoothies for an energy boost after a long bike ride or other activities can be healthy and a great way to refuel. It can also be a great way to start the day for breakfast. Looking for a way to put vegetables in you daily food intake? I found this recipe in [...]

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RECIPE: Sweet & Spicy Salmon- Aimee Lazarus

Posted: Apr 25 in Recipes by

Ingredients: 1 lb salmon filet, wild or farmed 4 Tablespoons brown sugar 1 tsp cardamom 2 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp nutmeg ½ tsp red pepper ¼ tsp salt Freshly ground pepper Directions: Turn the oven on BROIL, on the highest setting Wash the salmon and pat dry. Sprinkle with salt and freshly ground pepper. In [...]

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