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Dressing up tasty leftovers: apple & carrot salad
By Erika Guzman a Recent ASU Nutrition Student There always seems to be a small container of leftover chicken from the previous day (or two),…

Valentine’s Day is Good for the Heart
By Erin Wyatt A Recent ASU Nutrition Student Valentine’s Day is when we celebrate the love in our hearts. We do this with cards, flowers,…
Cinnamon Sugar Oyster Crackers
By Alexandra Pettit When going to grandma’s house you can always expect a tasty treat. Although I am older and don’t see grandma as much…

Fermented Foods for Your Gut Health
By Erika Guzman A Recent ASU Nutrition Student Over the last few years, fermented foods were all the rage and are still growing. From the…
Seven Layer Bars/ Pear Cobbler
By Stephen Gruner a Recent ASU Nutrition Student Seven Layer Bars are a favorite dessert in my family. Anytime they are baked, the entire…

Mom’s Show Day Banana Bread
By Savannah Burt, Fill Your Plate Contributing Writer Growing up, I spent more time in the barn than I did in my actual…

Aunt T’s Enchiladas
By Alexandra Pettit, Arizona Farm Bureau Intern In my family when we were having enchiladas you knew it was going to be a good time.…
The Blended Waffle Home
By Annily Hawks I am sure you have heard of the famous Waffle House restaurant, most recognizable by their yellow signs and welcoming atmosphere. I…

The Art of Mindful Eating: Slowing Down to Savor the Moment
By Cecelia Wilken, Recent ASU Nutrition Student When was the last time you ate? Maybe a few hours ago? Can you recall what you had?…

Prosciutto & Fig Sandwich
By Erika Guzman, Recent ASU Nutrition Student Sandwiches are a lifesaver. They’re usually quick and easy, customizable, and can be as simple as a PB&J…

Food Styling: to Help your Picky Toddler Eat More Healthy
By Erika Barrera, University of Arizona ISPP dietetic intern Are you having trouble finding ways to have your toddler eat healthy? Well, food styling may…

A Day at The Farm: Pick Your Own Produce Around Arizona
By Cecelia Wilken, Current ASU Nutrition Student One of my fondest childhood memories was heading up to Dewey, Arizona and adventuring through the Mortimer Farm…

Fill Your Plate With… Rhubarb!
By Morgan Crawford, Current ASU Nutrition Student So, you’re wondering what rhubarb even tastes like, let alone what to do with it! I am…
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