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Succotash

Posted on July 20, 2020 by Fill Your Plate

By Blue Sky Organic Farms Okra and field onions are in season right now, making it the perfect time to make succotash, a delicious side dish. Onions contain 89% water, making them an excellent supplement for hydration. They are low … Continue reading →

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Wonderful Watermelon

Posted on June 22, 2020 by Fill Your Plate

It’s officially summer and that means sweet juicy watermelon is in season! Just in time for those backyard Barbecues. Articles on watermelon: Watermelon Facts Fill Your Plate with Watermelon Juicy-Sweet, Watermelon Is The Perfect Summertime Treat Wacky for Watermelon The … Continue reading →

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Benefits of Artichokes

Posted on January 1, 2020 by Fill Your Plate

By Sarah Beleski a recent ASU Nutrition Student I’m going, to be honest… I had never even heard of artichokes until I was in high school. Fortunately, I have good old Applebee’s to thank for introducing me to the wonder … Continue reading →

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Turnips and Turnip Greens

Posted on December 30, 2019 by Fill Your Plate

Kenda Hettinger, a recent ASU Nutrition Student   Turnips are thought to originate in Asia but are now grown throughout the world. They are a cold-weather crop and in Arizona grown from November through April. They are often thought of … Continue reading →

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Southwest Wedge Salad

Posted on October 28, 2019 by Fill Your Plate

By Kenda Hettinger, a recent ASU Nutrition student I love it when healthy meets simple and fast. I also love anything with a southwestern flair. That is why this salad is #1 on my list. The dressing is made to … Continue reading →

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