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6 Healthy and Hearty One-Dish Meals
Everyone can agree that finding time to put a healthy dinner on the table can often seem impossible. Luckily, we have a simple solution: one-dish meals. All you need to do is toss your favorite ingredients into a single pot or pan and voilà—you’ll have a tasty, wholesome dinner for you and your family. To … Continued
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7 Lighter Comfort Food Recipes
Whether you’re feeling under the weather or just in the mood for something a little on the heavier side, we all get cravings for comfort food. Unfortunately, most comfort foods are high in fat, carbs and calories, which pretty much makes them off limits if you’re trying to maintain a healthy and balanced diet. Before … Continued
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7 Flourless Valentine’s Day Desserts using Beans!
There are two things that come to mind when thinking of Valentine’s Day: love and, of course, rich, chocolate desserts! While this may seem like a nightmare if you’re on a strict diet, that doesn’t always have to be the case. We have the perfect substitution to make your desserts guilt-free: beans! By replacing flour … Continued
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Guilt-free Game Day Classics
Regardless of what team you’re routing for, there’s one thing all football fans have in common — the love for game day food! From wings to dips, there are certain dishes that are must-haves when watching a big game. Just because you’re a healthy eater, you shouldn’t have to skip on your favorite football foods! … Continued
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7 Easy Meal Prep Ideas
Are you looking to eat healthier in 2017 but aren’t sure where to begin? We’ve got the perfect solution: meal prepping! The benefits of meal prepping are endless. You’ll save time by making meals in advance, spend less money at the grocery store by purchasing in bulk, and most importantly, always have a convenient healthy … Continued
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8 Lighter New Year’s Eve Appetizers
There’s no better way to ring in the New Year than with good company and delicious food! Whether you plan to stay home with family or attend a party with friends, chances are that you’ll need a good recipe or two for this special occasion. While you might be tempted to use ingredients that are … Continued
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7 Wholesome Holidays Recipes
From baking cookies to hosting family gatherings, cooking plays an integral role in the holiday season! But for healthy eaters, this time of year means making some difficult choices, as most holiday foods are full of sugar, fat and processed ingredients. Good news, everyone! We’ve rounded up seven better-for-you versions of your holiday favorites to … Continued
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8 Traditional Thanksgiving Classics with a Twist
While there’s no denying that Thanksgiving dinner is something to look forward to, it can get boring eating the same thing year after year. Sure, you have the freedom to cook whatever you please, but Thanksgiving just wouldn’t be complete without turkey, stuffing, and all of the various side dishes that make the holiday special. … Continued
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10 Comforting Cold-Weather Soups
When the temperature drops and the days begin to shorten, there’s nothing more comforting than digging into a steamy and delicious bowl of soup. While it may seem easier to opt for a store-bought canned soup, they’re often full of sodium and hard-to-pronounce ingredients. Making your own home-made soup is actually very simple and much … Continued
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Ten Spook-tacular Halloween Food Ideas
If your child loves sweets (as we’re sure they do), Halloween is one of the most exciting times of year. As a parent however, with tons of pre-packaged holiday treats being passed around, it can seem nearly impossible to get your kids to eat anything home-made. That’s why we here at Green Valley have created … Continued
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