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7 awesome black bean recipes good enough for meat lovers

by Caroline Siegrist | May 4, 2020 | Recipes

Black beans are totally the pinch hitters of dinner prep, if you ask me. Always ready to come off the bench (er, the back of. the pantry) at the last minute and serve up big protein, fiber, and — yes! — taste. And as the Covid quarantine drags on and the...

Next week’s meal plan: 5 easy recipes for the week ahead, from a 15-minute stir fry to a chicken parm pasta skillet.

by Stacie Billis | Apr 13, 2018 | Meal Plan, Recipes

It’s time to start thinking about your meal plan for next week. From a 15-minute stir fry to a chicken parm pasta skillet, we’ve got five dinners that will get you through the busy week ahead. So grab a pen, make your shopping list, and stock up before the weekend’s...

One make-ahead solution to the question: how do I get my kids to eat more protein?

by Stacie Billis | Jan 25, 2018 | Recipes, Video

One of the most common questions we get here is how do I get my kid to eat more protein? The truth is, unless your child’s pediatrician has expressed concern, they are probably fine. (In general, most nutrition experts and pediatricians we’ve talked to...

5 ways to save money on groceries using your Instant Pot.

by Stacie Billis | May 11, 2017 | Tips + Tricks

Everyone knows that the Instant Pot is a time saver. But, since getting in the habit of using mine beyond making quick dinners, I’ve come to learn that the popular kitchen gadget is also a money saver. Like, big time. These are my favorite ways to save money on...

Big batch cooking recipes: 6 family friendly foods you can easily cook in bulk, no extra effort required.

by Jane Sweeney | Apr 3, 2017 | Recipes, Tips + Tricks

Big batch cooking conjures visions of slaving over the stove for an entire Sunday, but that doesn’t have to be the case. In fact, cooking in bulk can be as simple as doubling your dinner portions and saving the extra half for later in the week, no extra prep...