Jane Sweeney, Author at Cool Mom Eats

Healthy game day food (because you know you want to double dip).

by Jane Sweeney | Jan 16, 2016 | Recipes

For a lot of people, the best part about the Super Bowl is eating. I actually love football and even I still get more excited about what’s on the menu than what’s on the field. Unfortunately, though, it’s usually a feast full of grease and belly bloating carbs,...

Healthy soup recipes that will have the kids asking for seconds.

by Jane Sweeney | Jan 12, 2016 | Recipes

I’m a big advocate of maintaining a good stash of healthy soup recipes when you’ve got kids to cook for. Whenever I’m stirring a big pot of soup, my girls start to weave around my legs like purring kittens. They know the inviting smell of sautéed onions...

In season: citrus. Our tips for picking, storing, and cooking with winter’s taste of summer.

by Jane Sweeney | Jan 9, 2016 | Recipes, Tips + Tricks

Citrus is widely available throughout the year, which is why we sometimes forget that winter is peak season. If you live in a cold weather climate like I do (California and Florida, humor me for a moment), the invigorating hue of a blood orange or the juicy zing of a...

5 healthy chili recipes so delicious that you won’t even know they’re good for you.

by Jane Sweeney | Jan 4, 2016 | Recipes

Healthy may not be the first word that comes to mind when thinking about chili, but there are countless lightened-up versions that make this my favorite one-pot family meal. With or without meat, chili makes a hearty dinner chock-full of veggies and nutrient-rich...

Need a system reboot? 5 healthy detox diets that will make you feel energized, not starved.

by Jane Sweeney | Jan 2, 2016 | Recipes

If you’ve been indulging a little more than usual, who could blame you? Holiday feasts, cookies, and cocktails are all part of what makes the season so fun. But it can also take a toll on your body, and healthy detox diets are a great way to get back on track. At Cool...