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Don’t have time to make breakfast? Smoothies are the answer!
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11.28.2018

Don’t have time to make breakfast? Smoothies are the answer!

By Kaydi Williams Dietetic Intern, University of Arizona Do you find yourself skipping breakfast because you are rushing in the morning or you are too…

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Children vs. Vegetables: Tips for Handling your Picky Eater.
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11.23.2018

Children vs. Vegetables: Tips for Handling your Picky Eater.

By Cecelia Wilken, Current ASU Nutrition Student   “You’re not leaving that spot until you eat everything on your plate.”   This was a common…

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All Things Thanksgiving
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11.21.2018

All Things Thanksgiving

By Morgan Crawford, Current ASU Nutrition Student Alright, I have to admit it… I am obsessed with Thanksgiving. How could anyone not absolutely love a…

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Now You’re Talking Turkey!  Tips for Taking your Turkey to the Next Level.
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11.16.2018

Now You’re Talking Turkey! Tips for Taking your Turkey to the Next Level.

By Cecelia Wilken, Current ASU Nutrition Student The holidays are approaching fast, and if you are like me, you’ve been planning your Thanksgiving meal for…

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Re-vamp your Family’s Sweet Potato Casserole
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11.14.2018

Re-vamp your Family’s Sweet Potato Casserole

By Jessica Brick, Current U of A Dietetic Intern   Holiday time is here, which means its time to get ready for family gatherings! Nothing…

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Making Tamales: The Beginnings of a Holiday Family Tradition
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11.09.2018

Making Tamales: The Beginnings of a Holiday Family Tradition

By Cecelia Wilken, Current ASU Nutrition Student One of the tell-tell signs that the holidays are approaching in Central Phoenix are tamales. I have vague…

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3 Easy Ways to Stop those Dreaded IBS Symptoms
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11.05.2018

3 Easy Ways to Stop those Dreaded IBS Symptoms

By Emily Carver, Recent ASU Nutrition Student   If you aren’t dealing with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), it’s likely you know someone who is. It…

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Chocolate on the Brain?
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11.02.2018

Chocolate on the Brain?

By Kat Brown, Recent ASU Nutrition Student   I’m craving…….fill in the blank with whatever salty, sweet, crunchy snack that you crave the most. It…

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Fill Your Plate With Cauliflower!
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10.31.2018

Fill Your Plate With Cauliflower!

By Kevann Jordan, Recent ASU Nutrition Student Let’s talk about yet another cruciferous vegetable that Arizona produces plenty of, cauliflower. Most people overlook cauliflower because…

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Carving Pumpkins? Bake Those Seeds!
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10.26.2018

Carving Pumpkins? Bake Those Seeds!

By, Steven Grunner, Current ASU Nutrition Student   Pumpkin seeds are extremely beneficial to the body and yet so many people are throwing them out…

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An Apple a Day…
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10.22.2018

An Apple a Day…

By Morgan Crawford, Current ASU Nutrition Student Apples are one of the absolute favorite fruits. They are super versatile, full of antioxidants, and are a…

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Folate vs Folic Acid: How They Affect Women with MTHFR
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10.19.2018

Folate vs Folic Acid: How They Affect Women with MTHFR

By Emily Carver, Recent ASU Nutrition Student Folate is best known for its role in reducing the risk of a baby in utero from getting…

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Cooking with Toddlers:  Tips and tricks for including your youngster in the kitchen.
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10.15.2018

Cooking with Toddlers: Tips and tricks for including your youngster in the kitchen.

By Cecelia Wilken, Current ASU Nutrition Student I love cooking and I love food. From baking bread to smoking meats, there is no ingredient or…

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Featured Recipes

Chicken-Fried Steak and Gravy
Provided by: Menges ranching family

Chicken-Fried Steak and Gravy

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COTTAGE CHEESE & BLUEBERRY BREAKFAST BAKE
Provided by: Garry Domingue, Rosie on the House Producer and Foodie

COTTAGE CHEESE & BLUEBERRY BREAKFAST BAKE

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Mustard Coleslaw
Provided by: Hedie Kennedy Arizona Farm Bureau Communications Intern

Mustard Coleslaw

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Beer Steak
Provided by: Pamela Griifin

Beer Steak

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Warm Your Soul Lasagna Soup
Provided by: Elizabeth Rico Arizona Farm Bureau Outreach Manager

Warm Your Soul Lasagna Soup

Beef
pork
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Rice Krispie Baked Chicken
Provided by: Rovey Farm Family Recipe

Rice Krispie Baked Chicken

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Pear Lime Jello Salad
Provided by: Heide Kennedy, Arizona Farm Bureau Communications Intern

Pear Lime Jello Salad

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Vegan No-Churn Cinnamon Roll Ice Cream
Provided by: Blissful Basil, Natural Delights

Vegan No-Churn Cinnamon Roll Ice Cream

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Masala Chai Bites
Provided by: Natural Delights

Masala Chai Bites

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Roasted Cauliflower with Red Onions, Dates, and Middle Eastern Spices
Provided by: Natural Delights

Roasted Cauliflower with Red Onions, Dates, and Middle Eastern Spices

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