Did you know 30 percent of the food that is grown is wasted? According to the Environmental Protection Agency, Americans threw out more than 38 million tons of food waste in 2014. From farms to supermarkets and to consumers’ tables, approximately 30 percent of the food … [Read more...] about Avoiding food waste is a conscious effort
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The importance of the family meal
The simple act of sharing meals provides many benefits to all family members: Benefits of Family Mealtime Several studies show how regular family meals are strongly associated with an increased consumption of fruits, vegetables, grains and other healthy food choices. – Family … [Read more...] about The importance of the family meal
Work on your family meal with this 7-day menu planner
Try this 7-Day Menu Planner to get a jump start on your week of family meals. These recipes come packed with the nutritional power of onions, which will in turn help your family's gut and heart health. DAY 1: High Protein Onion & Quinoa Salad This High Protein Onion … [Read more...] about Work on your family meal with this 7-day menu planner
Making family meal time easy
September is Family Meals Month Most parents have great intentions to put a healthy family meal on the table each evening, but real life and busy schedules can often get in the way. It is important to know that serving a gourmet meal is not necessary to reap the positive benefits a family meal … [Read more...] about Making family meal time easy
Onions as the next great ingredient in ice cream? Believe it.
In the dead of summer, ice cream is a necessary, and as we get well into National Ice Cream Month, we wondered how creative we could get with adding onions into ice cream. Before you say “Ew!” hear us out. We’ve had onion ice cream before at a special event. It made for a great dessert. … [Read more...] about Onions as the next great ingredient in ice cream? Believe it.
Balsamic-laced caramelized onions make for great sandwich
You don’t have go to the hottest brewery to get a great sandwich and some caramelized onions! Try this Open Face Roast Turkey Sandwich with Caramelized Balsamic Onions for a brew-pub like lunch in the comfort of your own home. You can easily amp up your next tavern-style spread at home, … [Read more...] about Balsamic-laced caramelized onions make for great sandwich
