A Budget Friendly Breakfast
In her home, out in the wild, and on her plate, Emilie Hebert loves plants. Head to her beautiful blog or Instagram account, and you’ll find a treasure trove of advice on choosing house plants, sustainable living, and (our favorite!) mouth-watering plant-powered recipes. As a college student majoring in public relations, Emilie went vegan and […]
Leaning Into a Balanced Life
What should I do if my kid only wants to eat fruit? How do I start food prepping? Do I have to give up sweets completely? You can find the answers to questions like these and a whole lot more on Lindsay Livingston’s delightful blog, The Lean Green Bean. Lindsay is a registered dietitian, Crossfit enthusiast, […]
Mixing Up Flavors with Crispy Garbanzo Bean Toast
Beans are an inexpensive source of high-quality protein. Garbanzo beans, in particular, are full of integral supplements such as iron, zinc, and omega 3 and 6. Not to mention, with garbanzo beans, you can make a variety of dishes from hummus to salad, and even veggie burgers. For this recipe, I decided to roast the […]
A New Way to Make Smoothies
I am a sucker for smoothies and I can drink them for breakfast, lunch, or even dinner. My freezer is always stocked with bananas, peaches, strawberries, and so many more fruits and veggies. Smoothies are such a quick easy option that provides loads of nutrients and can serve as a meal replacement if you’re on […]
Try These Faves for a Fall Feast
When the weather gets chilly, it’s time to power up the stove. These warming favorites are perfect for lazy baking weekends — just whip up a batch and be ready for the rest of the week! You’ll be rewarded with cozy, comforting autumn favorites that are ready whenever you crave them. Pumpkin bean muffins […]
Five of Our All-Time Favorite Bean Dishes
We have so many recipes in our recipe library — everything from starters to desserts — and I have made almost all of them! My husband is my best taste tester (and guinea pig), so I’ve gone back through the archives to find five recipes that wowed both of us. These recipes use a variety […]
Meet our Featured Dietitian Liz!
Can a few simple food swaps make you healthier and happier? According to Liz Shaw, yes — she’s made a career of it! Liz is the brains behind Shaw’s Simple Swaps Consulting. This registered dietitian is a self-certified health nut who has loved nutrition and wellness and since she was a little girl. Now, she […]
Do You Know Your White Beans?
Navy, Great Northern and cannellini beans are often confused for each other — but luckily, no matter which bean you choose, you’ll wind up with a tasty dish! These white bean varieties can be interchanged in recipes. Here’s a quick guide. Great Northern beans are twice the size of navy beans and have a mild […]
Black-eyed Bean Waffles or Muffins…you choose!
Do you call them black-eyed beans, black-eyed peas, cow peas, or goat peas? Whatever you call them this one-eyed legume is a very versatile and nutritious little bean. Eat them hot or cold, in an appetizer or a dessert for a nutritious addition to your meals. This Black-eyed Bean Waffle or Muffin dish came about […]
Try Some Beans For Breakfast!
Beans for breakfast? What a great way to start your day by making one of these delicious breakfasts. Not only are beans filling, but eating beans will help you avoid the mid-morning slump. Kids home for summer vacation? These breakfasts are easy, nutritious and will give the kiddos energy for all those summer activities! You […]