Healthy Ideas for Packed Lunches this School Year
Wanna beat the Back-to-School Rush? As part of the Eat Well campaign, Zannat Reza (Registered Dietitian) and Christine Cushing (TV Chef and Author) answer a question from Lauralyn Chow of Calgary, Alberta: “Do you have any ideas for making packed lunches for those days when I’m in a rush, and I need something quick?” Zannat and Christine share healthy and delicious ideas with us to help us be organized and send healthy offerings for...
Healthy School Lunches – Be Ready for Back to School
Instead of sending your child through the cafeteria line with a $10 bill each day for school, get into the trend of packing them a healthy lunch. Healthy is in right now, as is budgeting. So, your child will not be the only one brown bagging or bento box-ing lunch this year! Keeping your kids healthy should be of paramount importance to you and here’s how you can improve their lunches…the easy way! Think of food in 6...
Make Your Lunch Recession Proof by Gourmet Brown Bagging It
There is not a more perfect way to reduce the amount of money you spend on meals than by making them yourself! Not only are you saving a ton of money on them, you are making them healthier, lower cal and more gourmet with skinny kitchen! That’s right…You have no idea how much fat, calories, sodium and other “baddies” you’re actually buying at a restaurant, instead of nutrients, fiber, and minerals! The...
Web Chef Review: Geovita Organic Rice & Lentil Blend
I cooked up some Geovita Organic Rice & Lentil Blend today to add to our soup for lunch – or for whomever wanted some by itself. I was pleasantly surprised & delighted that it cooked up in 10 minutes – even though it’s a mix of grains & legumes. Furthermore, it is really delicious, low fat, sodium free, a good source of fibre – and it is non-gmo! They even shared a recipe to use this blend with...
Nut-Free Tropical Tiger Nuts Trail Mix (Paleo, Vegan, Gluten-Free) + Video
Nut-Free Tropical Tiger Nuts Trail Mix is delicious, nutritious & a whole lot of fun packed into one recipe! Jam-packed with tropical fruit & healthy grains, as well as tiger nuts – you’re on your way to a snack worthy of the trail, or to tame those hunger pangs throughout the day. This trail mix isn’t just nut-free, it’s also vegan, gluten-free & paleo diet compliant! Even the kids can bring this...
30-Second Organic Nut-Free Tiger Nuts Butter (Smooth or Chunky) + Video
If you’re looking for the perfect alternative to nut butters, this 30-Second Organic Nut-Free Tiger Nuts Butter is just the ticket! The Best Part? You only need two ingredients, two tools & 30 seconds to make it. Add chopped tiger nuts for a crunchy texture. Whether you love smooth or chunky butter, this will satisfy your cravings & is safe for most every diet. It is safe for the kids & their school lunches, as it is...
May Food Holidays & Events
Here are May Food Holidays & Events. Most of these holidays are based out of the USA, with others sprinkled in here & there. Find other months on The Year in Food Holidays & Events page. Month Holidays: National Asparagus Month: Browse Asparagus shows, Asparagus recipes Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus Oven-Baked Asparagus with Blood Orange Grilled Lemon Zest Asparagus with Verjus Playlist: Asparagus Recipes + Reviews National...
Baked Macaroni with Tomato Sauce, Chorizo & Green Pepper + Video
Craving pasta? Try my Baked Macaroni with Tomato Sauce, Chorizo & Green Pepper! Follow step-by-step & cook your way to a delicious dinner for the family, with leftovers to spare. This pasta dish is filled with tasty ingredients like chorizo, mushrooms & green peppers, and with an easy tomato sauce that brings it all together, you’ll be the hero in the kitchen tonight. Baked Macaroni with Tomato Sauce, Chorizo &...
April Food Holidays & Events
Here are April Food Holidays & Events. Most of these holidays are based out of the USA, with others sprinkled in here & there. Find other months on The Year in Food Holidays & Events page. Month Holidays: National BLT Sandwich Month: How to Make Club Sandwiches Browse Sandwich recipes, Sandwich & Burger shows Browse Bacon recipes, Bacon shows Playlist: Bacon Recipes + Reviews Playlist: Lettuce Recipes + Reviews...
How to Make Easy Tuna Rice Salad
Easy Tuna Rice Salad is a perfect, quick fix for lunch or dinner, both adults & kids will enjoy! Looking for something a little different to bring to a picnic, potluck meal, bridal or baby shower? This salad will be tasty & give you a beautiful presentation, garnished with colorful vegetables or herbs. Neither rice or tuna needs to be boring. Add some tasty flavors that will kick them up, and you’ve got yourself a...
March Food Holidays & Events
Here are March Food Holidays & Events. Most of these holidays are based out of the USA, with others sprinkled in here & there. Find other months on The Year in Food Holidays & Events page. Month Holidays: National Fresh Celery Month: Napa Jack’s Cajun Caesar Cocktails Browse Celery recipes, Celery shows Pancake Sandwiches with Fruit & Stuffed Celery: School Lunch Ideas Article: For the Love of Celery Review: Fee...
December Food Holidays & Events
Here are December Food Holidays & Events. Most of these holidays are based out of the USA, with others sprinkled in here & there. Find other months on The Year in Food Holidays & Events page. National Fruit Cake Month: Gluten Free Holiday Brandied Tiger Nut Fruit Cake Dark & Delicious Holiday Fruit Cake Browse Cake shows, Cake recipes Dark Brandied Christmas Fruitcake Haskap Barmbrack Bread Cooking Shows: Cake Recipes...
How to Make Gluten-Free High Protein Snack Bars
It’s important to keep our metabolism up during the day, and high protein snack bars are just what your body needs to make it through to the next meal. Protein rich snacks will keep you feeling full longer, and sustain you until lunch or dinner. It seems to me that lately there is an increasing emphasis on eating gluten free. Even in your local supermarket, you will find a section dedicated to gluten free choices. What does...
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