Nutrition Nugget While you may know that onions are tasty, versatile and come in different colors you may not be aware of all the healthy compounds beneath their layers or how onions complement other healthy foods. A significant body of research shows when we eat a predominately plant-based diet … [Read more...] about Onion’s Many Hidden Benefits
Our Favorite Slow Cooker Onion Recipes
Let the crockpot do the work for you. Onions are the perfect crockpot ingredient since low and slow cooking makes them soft and sweet and releases their flavor to improve any recipe! Here are 10 of our favorite slow cooker recipes featuring onions. Crock Pot Onion-Bacon Jam from A Baker's … [Read more...] about Our Favorite Slow Cooker Onion Recipes
June 22nd is National Onion Ring Day
Sunday is National Onion Ring Day! Bring on the layers of flavor June 22 with an all-American favorite, onion rings! Celebrate this tasty classic with a batch of homemade onion rings or with family and friends at a local restaurant. Be sure to order a basket or two with your favorite dipping … [Read more...] about June 22nd is National Onion Ring Day
Soul Food in a Bowl
Imagine a steamy bowl of soup in front of you, warming your nose, tempting your tastebuds. Your spoon is in hand; ready to scoop up that first mouthful. Can you think of anything else that will satisfy a hunger and soothe the soul like soup? For me, soup is much more than comfort food in a bowl – … [Read more...] about Soul Food in a Bowl
Join Me Tomorrow for #OnionChat
Since the beginning of the year I’ve been feeling kinda sluggish. Admittedly, the holidays were busy at my house, but thankfully, I don’t feel like I ate overate or ate too many sweets. Maybe it’s post-holiday blahs, or maybe it’s my body’s way of saying, hey give it a rest. Whatever the reason, … [Read more...] about Join Me Tomorrow for #OnionChat
Plant Power Yourself into the New Year
Happy New Year! In the spirit of putting the best foot forward this year, I'm delighted to have Sharon Palmer, RD as a guest blogger. I'm even more excited to announce that Sharon and I are co-hosting a Twitter Party #onionchat on January 17th at 4pm Eastern! By Sharon Palmer, RD, from The … [Read more...] about Plant Power Yourself into the New Year