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Pumpkin Tomato Bisque

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Pumpkin Tomato Bisque I’m finding myself making a batch of yummy soup every Sunday in preparation for whatever type of week headed my way. It’s nice to be able to know there’s something made in the fridge if you’re in a hurry or just don’t feel like cooking anything. This…(Read More)

Earlier this summer the FDA revealed the new nutrition facts label. Finally!! (insert dietitian’s cries of relief) Food labels can be one of the most confusing things to the average person. There are great marketing companies that can add more misunderstanding while someone is trying to find a product that won’t kill them…(Read More)

Peanut Butter Banana Bars Is it just me or do bananas ripen in the blink of an eye?? If you feel like you can never get to them in time- don’t fret! There are so many yummy things you can do with ripe bananas and usually with few ingredients! Super ripe bananas are…(Read More)

Veggie Quinoa Breakfast Bowl Switching up my favorite meal of the day again with a veggie quinoa breakfast bowl. I think I’m starting to be on a bowl kick because it’s super convenient to just throw everything you have into a bowl and feel full and satisfied!Quinoa for breakfast? Now I’m…(Read More)

Sweet Potato Hash

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Sweet Potato Hash One of my favorite vegetables are sweet potatoes.When breakfast of eggs and veggies can become somewhat routine, adding a delicious side dish will not only make you feel like you’re at your favorite breakfast spot but add some color, volume, and nutrients to the plate to start your day out…(Read More)

Buffalo Chickpea Salad

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Buffalo Chickpea Salad I found this recipe on Pintrest and had to give it a shot because I love all things buffalo. It is a great plant-based option for sandwiches or even to throw on top of a salad! This took 10 minutes tops and made a bunch so I can make quick lunches…(Read More)

pumpkin chocolate chip banana bread registered dietitian

You guys….I’ve made some good stuff before. But this is like no other. Its goey…and warm…and pumpkiny I won’t even talk anymore, just make it! How you’ll make the bread: 1 ½ cups whole wheat flour 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon baking powder…(Read More)

Low Glycemic Eating

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The glycemic load of a food = a food’s glycemic index (GI) – a measure of how much the carbohydrate in that food causes a person’s blood sugar to rise + the actual amount of carbohydrate in a typical serving of the food. Researchers assign glycemic load numbers only to foods that contain carbohydrates. Carbs…(Read More)