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Simple Pasta Salads

Posted by Elyse at EatBetterAmerica on July 10, 2009 | Be the first to comment

Summertime brings plenty of gatherings and a great opportunity to share favorite dishes. Family picnics at the beach or lakeside, neighborhood barbecues, and potluck suppers abound. If you're struggling with what to take along, don't fret--we have some...

Categories: Entertaining, Healthy Recipe, Fast, Salads

Cancun Flavors for Two

Posted by Grace at EatBetterAmerica on May 11, 2009 | Be the first to comment

Do you ever cook for two people? I certainly do, so am always interested in new ideas that help with this sometimes difficult task of cooking in smaller amounts. When I am cooking this way, easy ideas, few ingredients and great flavor are at the top of...

Categories: Fast, Dinner, Main Dishes

Cheesy Skillet Dinner

Posted by Grace at EatBetterAmerica on April 29, 2009 | Be the first to comment

Family favorite flavors, quick to make, less fat, fewer calories and a great price describe a recipe that we recently tested in our kitchens. The original recipe for Mexican Pasta Skillet came to us from a consumer who said that she made the recipe for...

Categories: Healthified, Fast, Dinner, Main Dishes, Budget

Quick & Easy Dinner

Posted by Grace at EatBetterAmerica on April 27, 2009 | Be the first to comment

Ready to eat in 20 minutes, full of healthy ingredients and high in fabulous flavor describe the recipe that I think I’ll make tonight for dinner. I’ve invited a friend to dine with me and Tomato-Basil Chicken is on the menu. My friend and...

Categories: Low Fat, Fast, Dinner, Main Dishes

Party Bruschetta

Posted by Grace at EatBetterAmerica on April 20, 2009 | Be the first to comment

Next weekend, my schedule includes a gathering of very old friends. Several of them are from out of town, so those of us living in the area are planning to make appetizers and other foods to share. As this party is actually planned for two evenings, the...

Categories: Low Fat, Entertaining, Healthy Recipe, Appetizers, Low Calorie, Fast

Count on Couscous

Posted by Elyse at EatBetterAmerica on April 17, 2009 | Be the first to comment

The daily dinner dilemma hits all of us. Those who plan, write up weekly menus in advance and shop from a list. Others typically wing it--picking up take-out on the way home or creating a meal from what's on hand. I must admit that I can fall into both...

Categories: Whole grains, Fast, Salads

Fast Dinner How-Tos

Posted by Jeanie at EatBetterAmerica on April 15, 2009 | Be the first to comment

When it comes to weeknight dinners, I'm not a planner. I create on the fly and get a kick out of the challenge! What I've learned to do is 'plan' for my style, by keeping a well-stocked pantry. We love leftovers, so I cook once to eat 2 or 3 times, adding...

Categories: Healthy Recipe, Fast, Main Dishes

Best Bang for the Budget Buck

Posted by Jeanie at EatBetterAmerica on March 05, 2009 | 1 comment

Reining in and cooking more at home these days? Me, too! So here's the challenge: how do you eat healthier while keeping your grocery bill in check? It's all about choices, but I can sum up what I've been doing in 5 words: think; commit; plan; select;...

Categories: Fast, Dinner, Budget

"Eggspress" Lunch

Posted by Jeanie at EatBetterAmerica on February 18, 2009 | Be the first to comment

Like many of you these days, I've been taking lunch to work more ofen. Besides the budget thing, I can control what's in it. My cholesterol is borderline on the high side, so I don't do eggs (or cheese) like I used to. But occasionally, I choose to make...

Categories: Low Fat, Fast, Lunch

Speedy Spinach to the Rescue

Posted by Elyse at EatBetterAmerica on January 23, 2009 | 1 comment

Looking to go green this winter? There's nothing like spinach to bring on the color and nutrients to the table. Loaded with vitamin A for healthy vision and folic acid for healthy pregnancies and fiber too, spinach is a versatile veggie that's a great...

Categories: Low Calorie, Fast