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Is Beef or Bison Better?

Posted by Elyse at EatBetterAmerica on October 14, 2009 | 0 comments

Visited a National Park recently? Maybe you traveled for summer vacation, or perhaps you've enjoyed armchair viewing of the wonderful Ken Burns documentary on National Parks that recently aired on public television channels. In September, we took a memorable...

Categories: Healthy Recipe, Dinner, Lunch, Salads

Beautiful Beets

Posted by Elyse at EatBetterAmerica on September 25, 2009 | 0 comments

I have to admit that beets are one of my favorite vegetables...but I realize that not everyone likes them--including my husband. That is, until he tried my beets! Fresh oven-roasted beets are fabulous and much easier to make than they sound. Here's how...

Categories: Salads, Side Dishes, How to

Favorite Fitness Tips

Posted by Elyse at EatBetterAmerica on August 28, 2009 | 0 comments

As summer winds down and temps start to cool off a bit, it's a great time to amp up your fitness before winter comes. Our family loves family hikes and bike rides which become a bit more enjoyable when it's not blazing hot. Try these tips to make fitness...

Categories: Activity, Weight Loss, How to, Fitness

All About Herbs

Posted by Elyse at EatBetterAmerica on August 21, 2009 | 0 comments

Herbs, those lovely green plants loaded with lots of homegrown flavor are easy to grow in pots, windowboxes, or in an herb garden. You can also buy them fresh from the grocery or farmer's market or by mail or opt for dried herbs too. All herbs have a...

Categories: How to, Herbs

Strawberry Fro-Yo

Posted by Jeanie at EatBetterAmerica on August 10, 2009 | 0 comments

There's nothing better on a hot summer night than something cool to eat or drink! One of my favorites is frozen yogurt. And, with summer strawberries so juicy and delicious, there's absolutely nothing better than homemade strawberry frozen yogurt. There...

Categories: Low Fat, Entertaining, Healthy Recipe, Test Kitchen, Desserts

Cool and Colorful

Posted by Elyse at EatBetterAmerica on August 07, 2009 | 0 comments

As we move into the heat of August, we often seek cooler meal options. That can translate to creative salads! Cool greens blended with a rainbow of fresh veggies, fruits of the season and more. A favorite among my friends is our Healthified Crunchy Asian...

Categories: Healthy Recipe, Healthified, Lunch, Salads

Blueberries for Picking

Posted by Elyse at EatBetterAmerica on July 31, 2009 | 0 comments

It's blueberry picking time in Minnesota and in other northern regions, such as Maine, Michigan and throughout Canada where they're grown. They're great little fruits that are easy to pick and simple to work with in the kitchen. Blueberries grow on low...

Categories: Breakfast, Baking, Brunch, Salads

Let's Get Grilling!

Posted by Elyse at EatBetterAmerica on July 17, 2009 | 0 comments

Summer is a super time to take the heat out of the kitchen and move cooking outdoors! If you have a gas grill, you know it's simple prep for a delicious meal. If you're relying on good ol' charcoal, you'll have to plan ahead as it often takes 30 minutes...

Categories: Main Dishes, Grilling

Julie & Julia

Posted by Jeanie at EatBetterAmerica on July 10, 2009 | 0 comments

What do a book, a blog and butter! have in common? The new movie, starring Meryl Streep as Julia Child and Amy Adams as Julie Powell. Last night, I had the opportunity to view an advance screening with a local foodie group - Women Who Really Cook! Two...

Categories: Entertaining, Motivation

Simple Pasta Salads

Posted by Elyse at EatBetterAmerica on July 10, 2009 | 0 comments

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

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