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Bargain Italian for Dinner

Posted by Grace at EatBetterAmerica on June 02, 2009 | Be the first to comment

Looking for an economical meal for dinner tonight? Here’s one that I really like and make often as I usually have the ingredients on hand. At about $5.70 for 4 servings, it’s truly a bargain! If you shop like I do, you can shave the cost even...

Categories: Whole grains, Dinner, Budget

What's the Cost of Convenience?

Posted by Jeanie at EatBetterAmerica on April 22, 2009 | Be the first to comment

Saturday morning, the phone rang at 7:30. A longtime family friend and neighbor from my growing up days called, and I was her last resort. Her sister was 1 of 4 honorees that day at noon in St. Paul, MN. She so wanted to be there but ride arrangements...

Categories: Healthified, Breakfast, Snacks, Whole grains, Budget, Baking

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

Muffins to Brag About

Posted by Grace at EatBetterAmerica on February 23, 2009 | 1 comment

Who doesn’t love muffins – fragrant, sweet, tender and warm from the oven, or fresh from the bakery. Unfortunately, these little quick bread gems are often laden with high fat ingredients making them less than a healthy alternative. Often...

Categories: Low Fat, Breads, Whole grains

Quick Breads to Share

Posted by Elyse at EatBetterAmerica on January 30, 2009 | Be the first to comment

We lost a loved one this week. The funeral was full of laughter and tears as friends, colleagues and family told stories--some I knew, and others that I didn't. It's a bittersweet reminder of what could have been, what life's lessons are--and how fortunate...

Categories: Healthy Recipe, Healthified, Whole grains

Dinner Dilemma

Posted by Jeanie at EatBetterAmerica on January 29, 2009 | 1 comment

I left my office last night about 7 PM, and I was tired! The inevitable question "What's for dinner?" needed an immediate answer, since I've only a 4-mile drive home. Drive-thru or doable at-home dining? After a quick mental fridge inventory and thoughts...

Categories: Whole grains, Dinner

Wonderful Whole Grains

Posted by Elyse at EatBetterAmerica on January 16, 2009 | Be the first to comment

This is the time of year when I start craving whole grains. I love fresh baked whole wheat or oatmeal breads--just warm from the oven. And whole grain waffles and pancakes are so comforting for a chilly weekend brunch. Since I love them so much, it always...

Categories: Healthy Recipe, Breakfast, Whole grains