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Miss no miso
Love miso soup? Why not try it for breakfast, as they do in Japan? Packed with protein, it’s a great choice as part of a balanced breakfast. Options abound for all skill levels, ranging from add...
Cook with arugula
Arugula is bitter, but interesting bitter. It adds a complexity to salads, pastas and other dishes. Here’s the neat part: Although it is perfect in salads, it’s not a lettuce at all. Arugula is a...
Make a vegetarian version of your favorite meal
More omnivore than herbivore? No matter. There’s value in experimenting with different ways to satisfy the same cravings. If simple grilled or roasted meats are your fave, try barbecuing a piece of...
Rethink your leftovers
So, you’ve mastered making extras for leftovers, but somehow you can’t stomach another night of lentil stew or roast chicken. What’s next? Add to your repertoire with recipes designed to incorporate...
Use the trimmings
Broccoli stalks, mushroom stems, beet and carrot tops…what do they have in common? Answer: They’re usually discarded after dinner prep. Getting creative in the kitchen can cast throwaways in a whole...
Make a multi-purpose meal
Leftovers get a bad rap: Not only do they increase your kitchen efficiency, they also give you a tasty meal the next day. Today, make extras for dinner tonight with the goal of repurposing the...
Baby your food
If there’s ever a product that begged for the homemade touch, it’s baby food. Conventional commercial baby foods are not the most natural choice for your little one and cleaner organic varieties cost...
Plant a flower on your plate
Edible blooms and floral herbal infusions are appearing in all sorts of foods these days. From exotic herbs like apple and chocolate mint to hibiscus and rosemary, flowering herbs are surprisingly...
It’s spicy, not dicey
This year, cayenne and red chiles are being used to spice up everything from desserts to cocktails to fish. These hot peppers add a dash of heat to everything they touch, but you can control the...
Have spice, will travel
Spices formerly linked to a single cuisine are crossing over: Turmeric, cinnamon, cardamom, coriander, cloves, Aleppo pepper, and blends like India's garam masala will travel cross-culturally. Take...
Put aside seed money
Seeds and nuts were a staple in traditional diets, and they’re growing in popularity again because of their tasty richness, crunchy texture, and nutritional benefits. Today, challenge yourself to add...
Whiten up
Often thought of as a sour cousin of balsamic vinegar better suited to cleaning than cooking, white vinegar is seeing its star rise as a culinary staple. Its tanginess nicely balances infusions of...
Cook with a friend
Covet a pal’s luscious lasagna or divine dahl? Invite her over for dinner – hers, that is. She can teach you how to make the dish step by step – and you can return the favor. Today, challenge...
Reluctant veggie? Go “flexitarian”
If you love the flavor of meat but want to eat less of it for nutritional reasons, try going “flexitarian.” Simply put, flexitarians mainly eat a plant-based diet, however they occasionally eat fish...
Give spuds a starring role
Potatoes often get short shrift as a nutrition source. But new studies show that they can have many beneficial phytochemicals. Today, challenge yourself to eat a potato the natural way: baked, plain...
Make leftovers into salad
Green beans, Brussels sprouts, leeks…the list of veggies that can be transformed from hot, dinner side dishes into delightful, lean salads is long and varied. Today, challenge yourself to make a...
Learn to love lentils
With fiber, protein and little fat, lentils are a great substitute for meaty meals. They're easy to cook and most varieties don't even need soaking. Today, challenge yourself to whip up a dish that...
Spice up your toppings
Applesauce with pork. Jelly with lamb. Hot cider. Many sauces and toppings can benefit from judicious use of the exciting natural flavors of herbs and spices. Today, challenge yourself to put a new...
Make it minty
Mint is a fresh invigorating flavor to pair with winter desserts and beverages. Today, challenge yourself to add a sprig of green to your menu. Some ideas: • Cranberries with mint • Mint tea with...
Simplify the sides
Why not make your next meal easier by simplifying your side dishes? A healthful and basic way to prepare veggies is to roast them – think winter vegetables like potatoes, yams, carrots, turnips...
Home-bake your presents
There's something about receiving gifts that have been baked from scratch - they taste delicious and they're thoughtful too. Today, challenge yourself to look at your holiday shopping list, singling...
Stir up a veggie soup
High in nutrients and fiber, low in fat, sodium and calories, and rich in natural veggie flavor – what’s not to like about a homemade vegetable soup? Perfect for stocking in the freezer, veggie soup...
Bake a naturally sweetened cake
One way to make your next cake a little less processed and more wholesome is to use natural sweeteners, like evaporated cane juice and honey, instead of white sugar. What is evaporated cane juice? It...
Green up your greens
When it comes to greening up a salad, it’s easy to think, what’s there to add? Microgreens are a great way to boost nutrition and add more complex flavor. What are they? Microgreens are actually...
Seed your salad
Toss your usual yummy mix of veggies...then throw in a handful of seeds. Often overlooked when it comes to assembling a salad, seeds boast a complement of healthful fats and are a flavorful substitute...
Infuse your water with flavor
First it was vitamin-enhanced, flavored water. Now herb- and fruit-infused water is all the rage. These refreshing concoctions elevate water from ho-hum to hooray (they’re a great choice for parties...
Tinker with toast
Butter isn’t the only game in town for topping your toast. If you’re seeking more positive nutrition, try almond butter, hummus, low-fat cheese, brewer’s yeast or a drizzle of olive oil. In the next...
Soup up your soups
Not all potages, broths and soups are equal when it comes to antioxidants and vitamins. Antioxidants, present in foods as vitamins, minerals, carotenoids and polyphenols, are known to delay onset of...
Cook from a book
When was the last time you cracked a cookbook and made a recipe using only whole, all-natural foods? Using recipes doesn’t just provide you with a single exotic meal – it’s a great opportunity to...
Have a tomato sauce tasting
We’ve all heard of wine, cheese, and chocolate tasting, but can you do the same with tomato sauce? You bet. Whether you host a saucy bash or you simply line up your family for a blind taste test, there...
Perfect your pancakes
With the right toppings, pancakes can be part of a nutritious breakfast. Some yummy and healthy ideas: • Blueberries (rich in antioxidants) • Bananas (potassium) • Flax seed (Omega-3s) • Grated...
Stock up on frozen
Stocking up on vegetables that are flash-frozen is a great way to ensure that you always have nutritious ingredients on hand. But once they’re in your freezer, do you know how to use them before they...
Make broth from scratch
There’s something inspiring and wonderfully traditional about homemade stock. Vegetable, seafood, chicken, and even mushroom stocks can be made in advance and frozen for the perfect recipe. If you...
Find a healthy substitute
Sugar, refined white flour, and saturated fats – what do they all have in common? They’re probably ingredients in recipes you make regularly. More importantly, they also have natural, minimally...
Purify your pantry
Are there tempting snacks in your pantry that undermine your healthy eating goals? Or maybe there are unhealthful ingredients like refined white flour, white sugar, and saturated fat. Today, inventory...
Host an all-natural recipe swap
Recipe swaps are a delight: Not only do you go home with a slew of tantalizing menus, but you also get to try your hand at your friends’ favorite dishes. This month, challenge yourself to expand...
Freshen up your spice rack
Did you know that dried herbs and spices have a shelf life? As they age, they lose a lot of their color and flavor. Depending on whether they’re whole or ground, herbs and spices can last anywhere...
Inspect your cutting boards
When was the last time you examined your cutting boards? Disinfecting these frequently used cooking surfaces is a necessity. What are the best practices? Some tips: • Use separate boards for...
Bring on the broth
Broth is a healthful cooking staple that adds extra flavor foods. It’s a great addition to your cooking repertoire because it enables you to reduce your salt intake when you use low sodium versions. It...
Chop veggies a day ahead
When you have chopped veggies conveniently on hand, do you eat them more often? Why not find out? Cutting up produce in advance saves you prep time at dinner, it also gives you something nutritious to...
Invest in a new cookbook
Sure you can browse recipes online, but there’s nothing like a well-loved cookbook cracked open next to your stove. Is your current collection full of old standards, or are there some new and more...
Summer with squash
Although often thought of as a winter veggie, squash also has a summer season too. Zucchini, crookneck, straightneck – summer squashes come in a variety of shapes and sizes. Challenge yourself to...
Soup up your leftovers
When food was scarcer and resourcefulness was essential, meat and veggie scraps were rarely discarded. From potatoes and carrots to chicken and squash, almost anything can be thrown into a soup pot or...
Bean me up
It’s hard to beat the flavor of beans cooked from scratch. From cassoulet to refried beans to split pea soup, dried beans and legumes are a favorite the world over. If time is an issue, start your...
Spice things up
From cinnamon and nutmeg to cardamom and turmeric, spices turn ho-hum dishes into something special. Today, challenge yourself to spice up one of your meals.
List your top 5 favorite veggies
Writing down your favorite vegetables will make you wonder why you don’t eat them more often. And maybe this will inspire you to find some new recipes and make your diet more nutritious. Today, write...
Learn about grilling responsibly
Summer’s here, so lots of people are getting ready to picnic, grill outdoors, and entertain. Before doing so, it’s a good idea to know about preventing food-borne illness. Here are a couple tips: •...
Pick your pan
Matching pan to burner size saves lots of energy on the stovetop. Today, when you cook on your stove, make an effort to match you pan to your burner.
Infuse your own vinegar
Infused vinegars can be made at home with a few simple ingredients. They’re great as marinades and toppings for veggies, or as homemade gifts. In the next 24 hours,
Find a good salad recipe
Caesar or Waldorf? Beet or tabbouleh? It’s a toss-up. In the next 24 hours, add to your culinary repertoire by finding a salad recipe you’d like to try out. _(Watch out for the salad dressing...
Simplify dinner
Cooking a nutritious meal after a long day at work can sometimes be overwhelming. One great way to reduce the effort - and the dishes afterward - is to cut-up your produce before leaving the house in...
Prepare fruits and veggies for the week
Sometimes, people don't eat enough fruits and vegetables because they don’t want to take the time to prepare them. Today, make an effort to avoid this pitfall by cutting up your favorite fruits...
Cook ahead
Sharing food with family and friends is one of the joys of the holidays. But if it’s your job to cook the meals, you may find yourself spending more time in the kitchen than enjoying the festivities...
Make pasta from scratch
Ever wonder what it’d be like to make pasta from scratch? Although it’s not difficult, it can be somewhat time-consuming. But there are so many benefits! To start, because homemade pasta is made with...
Find a "backup" dinner
Today, make an effort to find a recipe for a very easy meal. Then, write the ingredients on a little piece of paper and stash the paper in your purse or wallet. This way, the next time you feel rushed...
Make a rainbow-colored meal
Did you know that fruits and vegetables are colored by their various nutrients and phytochemicals? This means that you get unique health benefits from eating colorful food. Today, make a meal that...
Toss in some fresh herbs
Fresh herbs are chock full of vitamins and minerals. They also add an unexpected twist to your favorite recipes. Try adding some fresh herbs to one of your old stand-by recipes today. Or, better yet...
Make an all-organic meal
During the next 24 hours, challenge yourself to make a meal that contains only organic ingredients. There are so many benefits to supporting organic farming.
Cook a one-pot meal
Using one pot to cook an entire meal makes a lot of sense. For starters, when different foods simmer together their flavors blend in delicious ways. And then there's the added bonus of energy...
55 Recipes
Local Zucchini Tomato Canapés
Makes 25 servings. Cooking time: 30 minutes (active), 35 minutes (total)
Mushroom Wheat Berry Salad
Makes 3 servings. Cooking time: 45 minutes (active), 45 minutes (total)
Poached Wild Salmon with Seared Potatoes & Sweet...
Makes 1 serving. Cooking time: 10 minutes (active), 35 minutes (total)
Warm 6-Layer Ranchero Dip with Kashi® TLC®...
Makes about 16 Servings
Kashi™ 7 Whole Grain Pilaf & Orange Salad
Makes 12 servings
White Bean Soup
Makes 4 servings Cooking time: 30 minutes (active), 1 hour 15 minutes (total)
Spring Barley Salad
Makes 4 servings Cooking time: ½ hour (active), 1 hour (total)
Turkey Chili Verde
Makes 4 servings Cooking time: 45 minutes (active), 2 hours
Curry Spiced Cauliflower with Cucumber Cilantro...
Makes 4 servings, about 6 cups Cooking time: 30 minutes (active), 45 minutes (total).
Butternut Squash, Sage and Blue Cheese Flatbread
Makes 4 servings Cooking time: 1 hour (active), 2 hours (total)
Monk Fish En Papiotte
Makes 4 servings. Cooking time: 10 minutes (active), 30 minutes total
Sweet Corn Muffins
Makes 20 servings Cooking time: 25 minutes (active), 45 minutes (total)
Black Bean Tamales
Makes 4 servings. Cooking time: 30 minutes (active), 1½ hours (total)
Grilled Eggplant with Tomato Basil Compote
Makes 2 servings. Cooking time: 15 minutes (active), 25 minutes (total)
Tofu Kale Soup with Kashi® Nugget Dumplings
Makes 10 servings. Uses Kashi® 7 Whole Grain Nuggets cereal.
Roasted Almond Salmon with Citrus-Soy Herb Spritz
Makes 4 servings. Uses Kashi® TLC™ Roasted Almond Crunch crunchy granola bars.
Oatmeal Dark Chocolate Cookie Bread Pudding
Makes 5 servings. Uses Kashi™ TLC™ Oatmeal Dark Chocolate cookies.
Kashi® Pilaf Stuffed Tomatoes
Makes 4 servings. Uses Kashi® Original 7 Whole Grain Instant Pilaf.
Hearty Banana Muffins
Makes 12 muffins. Uses Kashi Heart to Heart cereal.
Mediterranean Pilaf
Makes 10 servings. Uses Kashi 7 Whole Grain Pilaf.
Puffs and Pretzels Haystacks
Makes 3 dozen haystacks. Uses Kashi Puffs cereal.
Seven Whole Grain Harvest Stuffing
Makes 12 servings. Uses Kashi Nuggets.
Chocolate Peanut Butter GOLEAN® Bar Muffins
Makes 12 muffins. Uses Kashi Honey Puffed cereal and Kashi GOLEAN Peanut Butter & Chocolate bar.
7th Heaven Apple Bake
Makes 16 servings. Uses Kashi 7 Whole Grain Honey Puffs and Kashi Heart to Heart Golden Brown Maple Instant Oatmeal.
Easy-Peasy Kashi Cookies
Makes 36 cookies. Uses Kashi 7 Whole Grain Flakes.
Berry Hearty Parfait
Makes 1 serving. Uses Kashi Heart to Heart cereal.
Honey Papaya Smoothie
Makes 3 servings. Uses Kashi Honey Puffed cereal.
Kashi Toffee Krispies
Makes 16 servings. Uses Kashi Puffed cereal.
Kashi Friendly Fiber Pancakes
Makes 5 large pancakes. Uses Kashi Good Friends cereal.
Good Friends® Tofu Pumpkin Pie
Makes 8 servings. Uses Kashi Good Friends cereal.
Garlic Braised Greens
Makes 5 servings. Uses Kashi 7 Whole Grain Pilaf.
Good Friends® Banana Bread
Makes 1 dense loaf with 12 individual slices. Uses Kashi Good Friends cereal.
Kashi Carob Balls
Makes 24 servings. Uses Kashi Honey Puffed cereal or Kashi Puffed cereal
GOLEAN® Apple Raisin Squares
Makes 24 squares. Uses Kashi GOLEAN cereal.
Cold Kashi Salad
Makes 6 servings. Uses Kashi 7 Whole Grain Pilaf.
Red Flower Pilaf Soup
Makes 8 servings. Uses Kashi 7 Whole Grain Pilaf.
Chocolate Haystack Cookies
Makes 24 servings. Uses Kashi Honey Puffed cereal.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Shake
Makes 3 servings. Uses Kashi Chocolate GOLEAN Ready-To-Drink shake.
Pineapple Cream Cheese Muffins
Makes 12 muffins. Uses Kashi GOLEAN Vanilla Powdered Shake Mix.
Kashi® GOLEAN® Chicken
Makes 4 servings. Uses Kashi GOLEAN cereal.
Easy Kashi® GOLEAN® Dinner Rolls
Makes 20 rolls. Uses Kashi GOLEAN cereal.
Kashi Apple Crunch
Makes 8 servings. Uses Kashi GOLEAN Crunch! cereal.
Tuscan White Bean Pilaf
Makes about 15 servings. Uses Kashi 7 Whole Grain Pilaf.
Indonesian Pilaf
Makes 15 servings. Uses Kashi 7 Whole Grain Pilaf.
Simple Tabbouleh Salad
Makes 8 servings. Uses Kashi Nuggets.
Kashi Asian Lettuce Cups
Makes 10 servings. Uses Kashi 7 Whole Grain Pilaf.
Veggie Burgers with Heart
Makes 8 servings. Uses Kashi Heart to Heart cereal.
Strawberry Coconut Crunch Pie
Makes 8 servings. Uses Kashi GOLEAN Crunch! cereal.
Blueberry Almond Bars
Makes 18 servings. Uses Kashi GOLEAN Crunch! Honey Almond Flax cereal and Kashi Heart to Heart Wild Blueberry & Oat Flakes cereal.
South Of The Border TLC™ Quiche
Makes 4 servings. Uses Kashi TLC Original 7 Grain Crackers.
Creamy Raspberry Strawberry Dip
Makes 24 servings. Uses Kashi TLC Honey Sesame Tasty Little Crackers.
Sweet Hearts Trail Mix
Makes 6 servings. Uses Kashi Heart to Heart cereal and Kashi Honey Puffed cereal.
Kashi Curry Snack Mix
Makes 5 servings. Uses Kashi Puffed cereal.
Breakfast Crunch! Cookies
Makes 12 cookies. Uses Kashi GOLEAN Crunch! cereal.
Puffed Pudding
Makes 7 servings. Uses Kashi Honey Puffs.
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