How to Eat Healthy on a Budget

“It’s just too expensive to eat right!” “I don’t have the money to buy all those fruits and vegetables.” “Those low-fat, low-sugar foods cost so much!” When you’re on a tight budget, grocery shopping can be a frustrating experience. But it doesn’t have to be. It’s a common misconception that you’ll have to sacrifice good […]

Healthier Holiday Traditions

Once upon a time, in a faraway land called Wisconsin, there were some foodstuffs named Pumpkin Pie, Chocolate, and Cheesy Casserole. As usual, they were feeling confident as they approached the holiday season, knowing they would be as popular as ever. They were always a hit at parties hosted by The Family. The foodstuffs loved […]

Top 10 Unhealthiest Vending Machine Snacks

Tempted to get one of these snacks from the office vending machine? If so, put the coins back in your pocket, and step away from the vending machine. Drake’s Apple Fruit Pie Austin Cheese Crackers with Cheddar Cheese Frosted Strawberry Pop-Tarts Doritos Skittles Cheez-It Baked Snack Crackers Ruffles Original Cheetos Crunchy Twix 3 Musketeers From […]

Review: The Divvies Bakery Cookbook

There’s no better motivation for creating allergy-free desserts than raising a wee one with serious health issues, as I found out myself several months after receiving this cookbook. Though it’s written with children in mind, Divvies showcases a sweet collection for all ages, treats that inspire worry-free sharing — possibly the true definition of dessert. […]

Review: The Vegetarian Option

Laid out a bit like your grandmother’s holiday table — everything in its carefully doilied place —, The Vegetarian Option separates recipes by ingredient into more than fifty small sections. Despite this fusty approach, Hopkinson manages a feat most vegetarian cookbooks don’t even attempt: singular focus on the vegetables. While he turns to a handful […]

You Can Do It

If you need a stellar reference to preserving food that makes it easy to sleuth out your options, whether canning, freezing, dehydrating or digging a root cellar, grab The Beginner’s Guide to Preserving Food at Home: Easy Techniques for the Freshest Flavors in Jams, Jellies, Pickles, Relishes, Salsas, Sauces, and Frozen and Dried Fruits and […]