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Confessions of a Salt Shaker

Posted by Tara at EatBetterAmerica on March 16, 2010 | Be the first to comment

I have a confession to make: I like salt. There. I said it. In fact, I used to salt my food without even tasting it first! It’s a flavor enhancer—it makes good food taste even tastier. As a dietitian, I know better so I’ve been trying...

Categories: Healthified, Snacks, Salads, Substitutions, Low Sodium

Not My Mom’s Stuffed Peppers

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

My mom made them when I was a child, but back then, I didn’t appreciate her efforts. I love stuffed peppers now—especially the Eat Better America recipe for Slow Cooker Couscous-Stuffed Peppers . It’s so easy! Couscous is used instead...

Categories: Healthified, Main Dishes, Slow Cooker

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

Healthy New Taste for That Same Old Sandwich

Posted by Tara at EatBetterAmerica on February 22, 2010 | Be the first to comment

Are you in a sandwich rut? Lately, that’s where I’ve found myself. Sandwiches are such an easy and filling lunch or dinner, but even with all of the possible combinations, I sometimes get bored. To jazz things up I tried a few new things....

Categories: Healthified, Breads, Lunch, Substitutions

Love Your Heart

Posted by Tara at EatBetterAmerica on February 17, 2010 | Be the first to comment

Valentine’s Day is over, but I still have hearts on my mind. February is American Heart Month, so let’s talk about our tickers. If you think that heart disease mostly affects men, it’s time to readjust your thinking cap. It’s the...

Categories: Healthy Recipe, Healthified, Main Dishes, Holiday, Valentine's Day, Heart Health

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

Big Game, Good Eats

Posted by Tara at EatBetterAmerica on February 01, 2010 | Be the first to comment

Football playoffs are coming to an end and at my house, we are gearing up for the second biggest eating event of the year (Thanksgiving is number one). The problem with game day is that we eat during the pre-game show, throughout the first half, all through...

Categories: Entertaining, Appetizers, Healthified, Desserts, Holiday, Football, Super Bowl

It’s All Sweet to Me

Posted by Tara at EatBetterAmerica on February 01, 2010 | Be the first to comment

I have a mean sweet tooth. I always have, and I know I got it from my Dad. Usually women are the ones looking for chocolate, but my dad, like me, is always scrounging the pantry looking for something to satisfy that ever-present sweet craving. I gave...

Categories: Healthified, Desserts, Chocolate, exercise, Brownies

Focus on the Journey

Posted by Tara at EatBetterAmerica on January 28, 2010 | Be the first to comment

The holidays are behind us and a brand new year awaits. Clean slate. Inviting. I love this time of the year! So much possibility lies ahead. It is a time to start fresh and think about what I want to accomplish for the year. I have never really been big...

Categories: Healthified, Breakfast, satiety, tara, exercise

New Year….New Blogger!

Posted by Tara at EatBetterAmerica on January 28, 2010 | Be the first to comment

A new year is the time to start fresh, right? Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Tara Gidus and I am the fresh new face of the eatbetteramerica.com blog. I am thrilled that I’ve been invited to blog here because I love the idea of being part...

Categories: Healthified, new year, tara

Cool and Colorful

Posted by Elyse at EatBetterAmerica on August 07, 2009 | Be the first to comment

As we move into the heat of August, we often seek cooler meal options. That can translate to creative salads! Cool greens blended with a rainbow of fresh veggies, fruits of the season and more. A favorite among my friends is our Healthified Crunchy Asian...

Categories: Healthy Recipe, Healthified, Lunch, Salads

Brownies to Brag About

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

Brownies—just the word conjures up visions of rich decadent chocolate and ooey-gooey deliciousness. Plus, brownies are an ideal choice to share at a summer picnic or barbecue because they are easy to tote and serve. If you are looking for a great...

Categories: Healthified, Desserts, Chocolate

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

Pondering Panini

Posted by Elyse at EatBetterAmerica on June 12, 2009 | Be the first to comment

Looking for a great lunch or light dinner to serve guests? Ever tried a panini sandwich? You've probably seen one listed on a menu somewhere and perhaps tried one with mixed results. Sometimes they're too greasy on the outside. Sometimes they're too cheesy...

Categories: Healthified, Test Kitchen, Lunch, Sandwiches

Smile for Strawberry Shortcake

Posted by Grace at EatBetterAmerica on June 09, 2009 | 1 comment

I’d like to share a great dessert recipe that would be ideal for a graduation, potluck or picnic. We recently tested this recipe in our kitchens and had great reviews from our tasters. Comments like “this is amazing” and “I cannot...

Categories: Entertaining, Healthified, Desserts

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