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Tips for a fun and safe tailgating experience

posted by Lisa Coble-Krings
Tuesday, September 01, 2009
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Tailgaters will be headed to the game this weekend, but their football fun could turn into football food poisoning. Learn easy ways to avoid spoiling the experience.

Healthy Recipe of the Week: Sunshine Chicken Kabobs

posted by Scarlett
Wednesday, April 01, 2009
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It seems kids and adults alike enjoy eating food on a stick. This recipe is fresh, light, and perfect for your grill. It's from The Good-to-Go Cookbook: Take Along Food, Quick Suppers, and Satisfying Snacks for On-the-Go Families by Kathleen Cannata Hanna. A satifyingly chunky cookbook, Good-to-Go provides a lot of practical tips on preparing and organizing snacks and meals. It has a little something for everyone: from the family who plans all their meals in advance to...

Healthy Recipe of the Week: Salsa, Beans, and more Nachos

posted by Scarlett
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
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Check out this easy recipe from Better Homes and Garden’s Cut the Sugar Cookbook. This recipe uses fresh salsa which doesn’t contain sugar, unlike a lot of store-bought varieties. It’s a great way to sneak in veggies and create a quick, nutritious meal even your pickiest little eaters will dig into!

Healthy Recipe of the Week: Banana-Oatmeal Pancakes with Spiced Maple Syrup

posted by Scarlett
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
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Who doesn't love pancakes? This recipe, from The New Mayo Clinic Cookbook, packs in the flavor without all the fat. Perfect for that lazy weekend breakfast.

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