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As the cool evenings of autumn slide into the cold nights of winter, it’s a pleasure to relax with a warm cocktail under a soft blanket. You don’t have to be a professional bartender to shake up delicious cocktails, just follow these suggestions and you’ll have the perfect nightcap before you put on your nightcap. … Read more

During this season of orange-colored produce, we wanted to take a moment to recognize and elevate one sweet offering in particular, the sweet potato! Not only are sweet potatoes delicious, they are one of the most inexpensive vegetables out there, so their nutritional value compared to their monetary value is in your favor. Sweet potatoes … Read more

It’s finally here, the month of Pumpkober! For those who may not know, Pumpkober was formally known as the month of October until people just got tired of talking about pumpkin in October and combined the two words for the sake of efficiency. It’s that time of year where pumpkin flavored everything is hitting the … Read more

Having friends and family stay overnight at your home can make for some of the best memories. There’s nothing like finishing a home-cooked meal and knowing that you can sit back, relax, and swap stories for the remainder of the night – usually in the comfort of pajamas. However, before these moments of relaxation occur, … Read more

When you think about fall vegetables, you are likely to think of pumpkins, butternut squash, and carrots. But there’s another little green veggie that also becomes available in the fall: the humble Brussel sprout. These petite vegetables look like miniature heads of bright green iceburg lettuce, but they contain far more nutrients. Brussel sprouts contain … Read more

The weather is turning cooler, Halloween candy is already on shelves, and pumpkin spiced everything is starting to appear. These facts can only mean one thing: fall is right around the corner. Autumn is a season for harvesting, collecting, and cooking, so we’ve rounded up the best fall vegetables to serve this season. Pumpkin No, … Read more

If you’re trying to be a lean, mean cooking machine, you need protein. Proteins are critical to the function of our bodies. They are the building blocks for just about everything, including blood, hormones, muscles, and bones. However, not all protein is created equal. Some forms of protein are also loaded with “bad” fats – … Read more

Backyard BBQs are the pinnacle of summer gatherings. They’re easy, fun, and a great place to catch up with family, friends, and neighbors. If you want to close out the summer with one last backyard shindig, don’t worry about putting a dent in your wallet. You already have the venue, now all you need to … Read more

If you eat an early lunch, odds are you need a little pick-me-up or hold over come mid-afternoon. There are plenty of tips for healthy, energizing snacks, but are you really going to eat “four whole grain crackers spread with one tablespoon of hummus?” No, you’re not. Luckily, there are easier mid-day snacks to keep … Read more

Going to the grocery store is a necessity, but it doesn’t necessarily have to be an onerous chore. The key to a successful shopping trip, like most things in life, is planning. If you’re like most people, you create your grocery list by writing down the items you need on a pad in whatever order … Read more