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chilled grilled corn soup

by Jackie Newgent | August 19, 2014 | 0 Comments

We’re smack dab in the middle of corn* season in much of the country, including where I live in New York. So I thought I’d take advantage of it. Even though I love a good bowl of corn chowder, I really don’t want a steamy serving of it when it’s still so summery hot outside. That’s where this chilled corn soup comes in. It’s rich in flavor from the “naked” grilling of the corn, a hint of “heat” from jalapeño, and a generous pinch of earthy cumin. It provides sweet, smoky, and refreshing goodness in every spoonful! Calories saved: 270 Why it’s better for you? The extra creaminess is from beans, not half-n-half or cream

chocolate zucchini bread with pistachios

by Jackie Newgent | July 13, 2014 | 1 Comment

I don’t do much baking in the summertime. But there’s always one thing that finds its way into my oven in July; that’s zucchini bread. This season I changed up tradition to create a chocolaty concoction. The result: it’s a keeper! Calories saved: 70 Why it’s better for you? Whole grains and cocoa! Disclosure Note: I’m on the Pistachio Health consumer advisory board. I’m not paid for this posting. All recipe choices and opinions are my own.

grilled vegetable taco cups

by Jackie Newgent | June 29, 2014 | 1 Comment

If you’re a lover of Mexican cuisine, you’ll be charmed by these cute Mexican-inspired cups. They’re bold, vegetarian, and scrumptious. Serve them as finger foods at your next cookout. Calories saved: 220 Why it’s better for you? Full of veggies; free of meat!

dark chocolate-strawberry mousse pudding

by Jackie Newgent | June 8, 2014 | 5 Comments

Makes 4 servings: 1/2 cup each I’m on a chocolate-covered strawberry kick lately. Not such a bad thing, right?! So I’ve uncovered another way to enjoy this perfect pairing—in a lovely pudding with mousse-like appeal thanks to avocados. Savor it slowly with a dainty dessert spoon or by dipping more strawberries into it. Calories saved: 480 Why it’s better for you: Avocados. Strawberries. No processed sugar. And it’s vegan!

sunny-side-up farmers market breakfast

by Jackie Newgent | September 14, 2013 | 2 Comments

(Click on photo for full-size image!) Makes 1 serving Like most people, I don’t usually have much time to whip up a glamorous meal in the morning. However, I’ll gladly spend 15 minutes for an almost glam one. So this breakfast is one answer to a simple meal for one in the morning. You can double it for two—and you can prepare it with nearly any fresh veggie pick, such as sliced bell peppers, chopped leafy greens, or finely diced sweet potato. Eggs pair nice with basil, rosemary, and tarragon; so vary the herb as you wish, too. Any way you whip up this flavorful dish, you’ll be well on your way to getting all the veggies you need for...

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