There are a lot of articles on how to grill vegetables, but the fastest and easiest is to simply layer your fresh veggies in a pocket of aluminum foil with your favorite seasonings and a few ice cubes and set them on the grill for 5-8 minutes (flipping at last once). Butter works too, but will make... 

If you like crispy asparagus, then the best way to prepare it is on the grill. Never cooked it that way before? No problem. Here is how to grill asparagus: Begin by cleaning and drying your asparagus Be sure to lay it across the grill in a single layer Brush each spear with olive oil Using a low-medium... 

If you are not into canning, freezing fruits and vegetables is another way to preserve produce for good eating throughout the year. Freeze produce quickly and when it is freshest. After washing in cold water, blanch vegetables briefly in boiling water. A general rule of thumb is to boil 1 gallon of... 

Avoid eating too much broccoli and spinach if you are trying to lose weight. Although these leafy green vegetables provide an excellent source of nutrients, they also contain chemicals, which can suppress thyroid function, slowing weight loss.  Read More →

Barbeque red bell peppers on the grill. They taste great when soaked in olive oil, seasoned with freshly chopped herbs and spices, and then served with grated parmesan cheese liberally sprinkled on top.  Read More →

Mix pureed vegetables in with spaghetti sauce as a way to make sure that your picky eater eats the vegetables she needs to grow. Most kids love spaghetti and they won’t taste the other vegetables in the tomato sauce.  Read More →

Put a dash of cayenne pepper and a teaspoon of Dijon mustard in egg salad to give it added zest and flavor. Vitamin A, C, and K, along with the beta-carotene found in cayenne pepper help to boost the immune system.  Read More →

Top that lean, juicy, grilled burger with some coleslaw instead of pickles for a filling and nutritious change. A sweet-and-sour recipe will provide plenty of crunch in addition to the vitamin C in the shredded cabbage. Might we suggest this one: http://www.bestcabbagerecipes.com/index.php?s=coleslaw  Read More →

Purchase produce in season for the best buys and quality. Keep in mind that the more colors of fruits and vegetables in your shopping cart, the more nutrients your family will consume.  Read More →

According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, all fresh produce should be washed to remove dirt and any harmful bacteria or viruses, which may have contaminated the vegetables. This is especially important if a member of the household suffers a chronic health condition that weakens the immune system....