• King of the Cruciferous: Broccoli

    King of the Cruciferous: Broccoli

    Snacks and finger foods with a kick! Kids love to eat these tiny “trees” with hummus in their lunch boxes and guests will enjoy how broccoli makes for easy finger food with dips or sauces. One serving is only ½ cup cooked which means you double your nutrients when you consume an average-sized portion of

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  • Colorful Cranberries

    Colorful Cranberries

    Fresh cranberries are available from October through early January. So, fall is a great time to stock up. Health Benefits of Cranberries   As we plan for the holidays, it seems most families include some form of cranberries with their Thanksgiving feast. What a shame we only use this healthy fruit once a year. Cranberries

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  • The Health Benefits of Winter Squash

    The Health Benefits of Winter Squash

    Savory cooking ideas with colorful, vitamin-rich squash There are many varieties of squash including both summer and winter types. You may recognize summer squash like green and yellow zucchini and crookneck squash. These types are typically available in summer but can be found year-round in most markets. Winter squash tend to be available later in

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