Caroline

They’re available year-round (unlike many other fruits, summer isn’t the end of strawberry season in the U. S.) and delicious in sweet and savory dishes (or by themselves). Plate the first waffle and top with ⅓ of the strawberry mixture and whipped cream (as much as you prefer). Top with the second waffle and add another ⅓ of the strawberries and more whipped cream. For a round-up of more #FreshorFrozen recipes and a chance to win a $200 Target card, visit the California Strawberries site When you subscribe to my newsletter, you will receive 1-2 e-mails a week filled with news and recipes to make your life healthier and less stressful I'm a registered dietitian nutritionist, freelance writer and nutrition counselor with a holistic approach to healthy living.

Plunge fresh strawberries into a warm, creamy, peanut butter fondue for a sweet holiday dessert you can feel good about serving to your family. They are naturally sweet (although one serving of eight berries has less than half the sugar of an apple) and can easily swap in for other produce (like a strawberry salsa instead of tomato salsa) or sugary stuff (like using fresh berries instead of jelly). Bonus: Clinical research suggests that eating just one serving is good for the whole body, promoting heart and brain health, supporting diabetes management, and reducing the risk of some cancers. For the recipe, head over to the California Strawberries Heart of Farmer’s

Dr. Sonali Ruder, the voice behind The Foodie Physician created it for her new book, Natural Baby Food. She sent me a copy to review since I loved her first book, The Natural Pregnancy Cookbook (check out the review and recipe for her blueberry oatmeal muffins). A freezer is KEY; Includes advice on how parents can help babies retain their natural ability to regulate hunger and fullness; Encourages parents to offer a variety of flavors by using herbs and spices and has a table that shows you which flavors go well together (think coriander and lentils or turmeric and cauliflower); and Guides you from starting solids to introducing finger foods and combination meals This cozy baked oatmeal recipe is perfect for big kids and their parents: diced peaches plus a few slices for garnish diced peaches plus a few slices for garnish Mix the oats, 2 tablespoons sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, salt together in a medium bowl.

If you pack a lunch everyday, you know it can quickly turn into a revolving door of staples – turkey sandwich, tuna sandwich, pb&j…the usual. Thankfully, The Recipe Redux (a monthly recipe challenge) asked its bloggers to post their favorite easy, healthy lunches so you can get ideas from not just mine – but tons of other home kitchens as well. The challenge prompted me think outside the box a little – and luckily, a quick scan of my fridge revealed a winning combination of flavors: sliced cucumber, carrot sticks, beefsteak tomato, cheese, and hummus. I'm a registered dietitian nutritionist, freelance writer and nutrition counselor with a holistic approach to healthy living.