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Crazy for Casseroles

Posted by Tara at EatBetterAmerica on March 09, 2010 | Be the first to comment

For me, nothing says comfort like a creamy, cheesy, hot casserole right out of the oven. I grew up in Wisconsin, which could have been called Casserole Central, USA. Cold winter days and nights gave me a craving for warm, hearty food. If I came home from...

Categories: Healthified, Dinner, Main Dishes, Substitutions

I Heart Valentine’s Day

Posted by Tara at EatBetterAmerica on February 11, 2010 | Be the first to comment

While I’m not big on celebrating greeting card holidays, how can I not love a day designated to celebrate love? I learned early that my husband doesn’t care about expensive gifts like a fancy new tie or shiny watch. Save your money. Love to...

Categories: Desserts, Dinner, holidays, Valentine's Day

Trying Something New

Posted by Tara at EatBetterAmerica on February 08, 2010 | Be the first to comment

Do you feel like you are always eating the same lunch or dinner? I do. The same sandwich for lunch, the same piece of meat, rice or potato, and frozen veggies for dinner. I need inspiration! As a working mom, I get stressed about dinner. If I don’t...

Categories: Healthified, Desserts, Dinner, Lunch, New

Is Beef or Bison Better?

Posted by Elyse at EatBetterAmerica on October 14, 2009 | 4 comments

Visited a National Park recently? Maybe you traveled for summer vacation, or perhaps you've enjoyed armchair viewing of the wonderful Ken Burns documentary on National Parks that recently aired on public television channels. In September, we took a memorable...

Categories: Healthy Recipe, Dinner, Lunch, Salads

Summer Pizza

Posted by Grace at EatBetterAmerica on June 23, 2009 | Be the first to comment

Our forecast in Minnesota indicates 95 degrees today with high humidity so I think we can be sure that summer is finally here. I look forward to the warm weather but know that cooking in the house will not be an option, so grilling outside is definitely...

Categories: Healthified, Dinner, Main Dishes

Bargain Italian for Dinner

Posted by Grace at EatBetterAmerica on June 02, 2009 | Be the first to comment

Looking for an economical meal for dinner tonight? Here’s one that I really like and make often as I usually have the ingredients on hand. At about $5.70 for 4 servings, it’s truly a bargain! If you shop like I do, you can shave the cost even...

Categories: Whole grains, Dinner, Budget

How to Healthify Dinner

Posted by Elyse at EatBetterAmerica on May 29, 2009 | 1 comment

When I often talk to people who are trying to eat healthier and live a better balanced lifestyle, they tell me that they manage okay for breakfast and lunch...and then they're starving by dinnertime and all bets are off! So it occurred to me that perhaps...

Categories: Healthified, Dinner

Fabulous Fish Tacos

Posted by Elyse at EatBetterAmerica on May 22, 2009 | Be the first to comment

I read Grace's blog this week and it made me think about grilling too. Only at our house, it's fish that often hits the BBQ. With friends coming for dinner on Saturday evening, we're serving Fish Tacos, per our son's request. Assuming I can get fresh...

Categories: Entertaining, Dinner, Grilling

Chicken on the Grill

Posted by Grace at EatBetterAmerica on May 18, 2009 | Be the first to comment

This weekend, I finally uncovered my grill in the hope that summer would actually arrive. This ritual act of spring is always highly anticipated and brings the promise of warm weather plus wonderful aromas and flavors of grilled foods. With the grill...

Categories: Dinner, Chicken, Grilling

Cancun Flavors for Two

Posted by Grace at EatBetterAmerica on May 11, 2009 | Be the first to comment

Do you ever cook for two people? I certainly do, so am always interested in new ideas that help with this sometimes difficult task of cooking in smaller amounts. When I am cooking this way, easy ideas, few ingredients and great flavor are at the top of...

Categories: Fast, Dinner, Main Dishes

Cheesy Skillet Dinner

Posted by Grace at EatBetterAmerica on April 29, 2009 | Be the first to comment

Family favorite flavors, quick to make, less fat, fewer calories and a great price describe a recipe that we recently tested in our kitchens. The original recipe for Mexican Pasta Skillet came to us from a consumer who said that she made the recipe for...

Categories: Healthified, Fast, Dinner, Main Dishes, Budget

Quick & Easy Dinner

Posted by Grace at EatBetterAmerica on April 27, 2009 | Be the first to comment

Ready to eat in 20 minutes, full of healthy ingredients and high in fabulous flavor describe the recipe that I think I’ll make tonight for dinner. I’ve invited a friend to dine with me and Tomato-Basil Chicken is on the menu. My friend and...

Categories: Low Fat, Fast, Dinner, Main Dishes

Dining Out - Slimmed-Down Choices

Posted by Jeanie at EatBetterAmerica on March 18, 2009 | 1 comment

Last night, I bribed my husband by buying dinner. The catch? I got to order both dinners so I could take pics and show you an example of how you can make healthier choices when eating out. We met after errands and class at Doolittles Woodfire Grill, a...

Categories: Healthified, Dinner, Main Dishes, Budget

Low Cost Italian Dinner

Posted by Grace at EatBetterAmerica on March 16, 2009 | Be the first to comment

With the economy in turmoil, we are all looking for a cost break when it comes to meals. I know that I am eating out less – I’m betting you are too. Actually, what I am learning is that the meals we have at home are better tasting and healthier...

Categories: Low Fat, Dinner, Main Dishes

All About Asparagus

Posted by Elyse at EatBetterAmerica on March 13, 2009 | Be the first to comment

Since it's getting to be spring--well, in most places besides Minnesota--fresh asparagus is beginning to show up in stores and will soon be making its way to tables. I love asparagus! I have to say, it's my favorite vegetable. And I am always looking...

Categories: Dinner, Main Dishes, Asparagus

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