Healthy Eating the Yoga Way
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This holiday season, when treats are everywhere and routines fall apart, one simple shift can bring you back home to yourself: eating the yoga way.
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Sweet Potato Stew: A Meditation in the Kitchen
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Maureen knows that cooking is not just a utilitarian activity. It’s creative, meditative, and artistic. How so? Find out in this intriguing piece, along with a delicious recipe for a fall stew.
Read MoreBeat the Heat with Ayurveda: Summer Mocktails
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Trying to beat the heat this summer? Ayurveda has some wonderful answers for balancing the body’s energy and metabolism. So skip the alcoholic cocktails this summer and try these naturally cooling drinks…
Read MorePass the Honey, Honey
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Growing up, my family had 12 apple trees in our backyard. One of my favorite ways to eat apples was also the simplest: sliced, drizzled with honey, and sprinkled with cinnamon. Read on to learn more about the sometimes surprising health benefits of this heart-healthy treat.
Read MoreSpring into Freshness: 5 Superfoods to Wake Up Your Plate
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Winter in Minnesota has a way of making us all feel a little… stuck. Stuck in the same meals, the same routines, and (let’s be honest) the same sweatpants. But then, like magic, spring shows up. If you’re itching to shake off winter and feel your best, here are five spring superfoods that are actually in season here in Minnesota.
Read MoreGive Your Holiday Spread a Healthy, Delicious Twist
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Ahh, the holiday season is upon us – a time for cozy gatherings, festive decorations, and, of course, tables full of delicious dishes. There’s something so comforting about the tradition of holiday food, right? But what if we add a little twist this year?
Read MoreTepache: Homemade Probiotic Pineapple Brew
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Tepache is a yummy, lightly sweet, and refreshing drink prepared using only three ingredients: pineapple peels, sugar, and water.
Read MoreHealthy Snacking on the Go: Lori's Tips for Your Travel Adventures
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Whether you're driving kids to school or sports or heading to yoga class, one challenge we often face is eating healthy on the go. I’m sharing some tips on packing nutritious snacks that keep us (and our kids!) feeling great and energized throughout our journeys. Plus, I’ve got a super tasty recipe for Chocolate Cashew Bliss Balls…
Read MoreEating Healthy on a Budget: Lori's Top Secrets
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Eating whole foods on a budget might seem like a tall order. Trust me, it’s doable, and it can even be fun!
Read MoreSoothing Summer Sips: Alcohol-Free Drinks to Wind Down on Warm Nights
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As the summer heat picks up, winding down in the evenings with a cool, refreshing drink really sets the mood, doesn't it?
Read MoreEggs: A Symbol of Spring
/Eggs have long been regarded as a symbol of spring. From ancient civilizations to modern times, eggs have, for ages, symbolized new life….
Read MoreCold Herbed Spring Pea & Asparagus Soup with Ginger Hazelnut Crunch
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This recipe, from Anna Klimmek, of Happy Food MN, is healthy, easy, colorful, and seasonal. It is truly a taste of springtime!
Read More#Girldinner
/#girldinner actually is a fizzy new take on a revered tradition. We hope you enjoy our assembled ideas and add to them.
Read MoreEasy Cranberries Everyone Will Love
/I can’t remember when or where I found this recipe, but it has been my go-to my entire adult life: My family members vie for the leftovers, if there are any. This recipe only takes five minutes from start to finish – and there is no cooking.
Read MoreThe Crowd Pleaser Poppyseed Bread
/This recipe is quick, easy, and a great way to create a share-worthy snack or dessert. Everyone – the kids, grandkids, and great grandkids – devour this at our holiday gatherings.
Read MoreThe Best Eggnog in the World
/Many years ago, my neighbor would make and distribute the best eggnog in the world to everyone in our little community in Mesa, Arizona. I eagerly anticipated the arrival of her Mason jar of holiday cheer each year.
Read MorePopcorn Feast: Henrietta’s Holiday Popcorn Balls
/Popcorn balls held a special place in Mom’s holiday recipes. Starting with Halloween, they would make appearances at Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s as well. Soft and gooey, not those horrible dry things that could chip a tooth, she lovingly wrapped them in wax paper and tied a colorful ribbon around the twisted top. Then they would go in a paper bag and be stored in a warm closet to be doled out when people stopped by or as gifts.
Read MoreInstant Pot Zuppa Toscana
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It has been a tradition in our neighborhood for 30 years to light luminaries on Christmas Eve. Although we've only lived in our home for 10 years, it quickly became one of our favorite traditions.
Read MoreCandy Cane Cookies
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I love these cookies during the holidays, not only because they are fun to make and delicious, but also because they come from my grandmother’s Cooky Book by Betty Crocker, copyright 1963.
Read MoreWhite Wood Ear Mushroom and Lily Bulb Herbal Soup
/White Wood Ear Mushroom and Lily Bulb Herbal Soup is a delightful blend of nourishment and flavor, easily crafted for a nutritious experience. This soothing soup aids in moisturizing dry lungs, reducing inflammation, and nurturing the digestive system, all while promoting a radiant and healthy complexion. White wood ear mushrooms, rich in collagen, proteins, and antioxidants, add a unique touch to the taste and wellness of this warm, comforting dish.
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