A few months back I had dinner at a friends house and she made Mexican “Pozole Soup”. “Pozole” means foamy and is a traditional stew or soup from Mexico with historical significance. The soup is usually made with corn (hominy), meat (pork, chicken, turkey, etc), chili peppers, and various other seasonings and garnishes. The varieties […]
Zucchini Skins
Zucchini is one of my all time favorite vegetables to eat. I typically prepare zucchini by sauteing sliced pieces with onion, salt, and pepper. Today I decided it was time to spice up the preparation for my favorite vegetable. I saw a recipe on Pinterest for potato skins and “Zucchini Skins” were born! Zucchini skins […]
Can Lighting and Music Affect Calorie Intake?
Photo: Stock Free Images Calorie control is not just about watching the foods you eat, but should also focus on environmental and behavioral factors. In a previous blog entitled “Does Cutting Your Food Matter When it Comes to Portion Control?” I discussed how behavioral habits during mealtime can decrease portion sizes. A multitude of studies have shown […]
Peaches and Cream Pops
Summer might be coming to an end, but that does not mean popsicles have to also. For around 50 calories you can enjoy one of these fat-free delicious pops that combine both fruity and creamy flavors. Did I mention they are a great way to sneak in some added fruit for those family members that […]
Savy Food Creations – “The Beach”
Oh happy (fri)day, oh happy (fri)day!! Although summer is quickly ending, fun with food does not have to! Create this fun snack to encourage fruit intake among your entire family. As discussed in previous blog entries the best way to get your family to eat more fruits is to engage and interest them through the […]
What Do All of Those Health Claims on Beef and Poultry Mean?
What does “Grass-fed” beef or “Cage-free” chicken indicate? Are they healthier choices? Should you be purchasing these choices for your family over traditional versions of beef and chicken? If you have found yourself pondering these questions, you are not alone! Many grocery consumers are faced with these questions every time they go grocery shopping. In […]