Breakfast is the most important part of the day and should not be missed. In fact, people who have a filling breakfast, eat less throughout the day which can help support weight loss and overall health. Everything that is convenient in the morning is never really good for you. Don’t fret, there is one super food coming to the rescue: overnight oats. | Related: 7 Kid-Approved … [Read more...]
No-Bake Triple Chocolate Energy Balls
Feel like your kids are eating ALL day long? Energy Balls are filling little bite-sized snacks, packed with protein and flavor, guaranteed to satisfy even the most voracious teen appetites. "Energy balls are pretty much the perfect snack," says Robyn Coale, RD, owner of Nutshell Nutrition in New York City. "They offer a satiating combination of protein, carbs, and fats, plus … [Read more...]
How To Throw an Outdoor Pizza Party for Teens
by Trisa Katsikapes - What teen doesn't like pizza? With the always-busy schedule of young people these days, it seems all we eat is pizza! Fortunately, the teens who end up at my house don't seem to mind, especially pepperoni pizza, especially when it's made in our outdoor wood-fired oven that sits in the backyard. When my husband and I built our wood-fired pizza oven … [Read more...]
Nourish: Evan’s No-Bake Granola Bars
by Jennifer Bauer With three busy kids, our family is constantly on the hunt for quick and healthy snacks, especially ones that pack well for outdoor adventures. Years ago, a college teammate gave me her recipe for homemade granola bars, and over time adjusted it a bit to include favorite hiking treats - walnuts, almonds, coconut and chocolate. Full of ingredients for … [Read more...]
Zucchini Fritters (Mucver)
by Jennifer Fontaine - The kitchen is one place where diversity and richness of culture can be explored in any family's house. From American southern staples like red beans and rice to noveau fusion twists on a hearty Italian caponata, in any given week one can serve the "United Nations" of food, and have fun doing it. In our house, a combined family heritage stakes claim to … [Read more...]