Improving the Reputation of “Bad” Veggies

You’ve heard the whispers. Carrots are all sugar. Iceberg lettuce is nothing more than crunchy water, nutritionally speaking. But are these bad vegetables all bad? Even veggies that don’t make the A-list of superfoods aren’t worthless. Iceberg lettuce does have lots of water… but it also has important nutrients like vitamin A (which helps protect your eyes) and vitamin K (which can help protect your bones). Nutritional experts also point out that it’s better to eat iceberg lettuce than no lettuce at all. Celery is another veggie that gets a bad rap because of all the water involved. This vegetable … Continue reading

Battered Potatoes

I was surprised at how delicious these little potato bites were. As a testimony to their ultimate yumminess–all five of my children ate them. (With appropriate amounts of ketchup of course.) These are great little tidbits if you’re looking to serve something for a party or as an appetizer. I think the secret is in the salt blend and what is nice about that is you can customize your own version. In my version, I don’t use pepper because my kids don’t like it. But of course, if you like pepper–pepper away! You will need: 8 medium potatoes 2 cups … Continue reading

Being Generous on a Budget, Part One – Comfort Them With Food

First of all, I hope everyone had a wonderful Easter Sunday. I know I certainly did. I am absolutely stuffed to the point where I can barely think (about anything other than food, anyway). Therefore, I guess it is appropriate that my first post-holiday blog post is all about food. During our holiday meal, my sister (who just had a new baby) thanked my mom for all of the food she brought her when she arrived home from the hospital. While most people send flowers, bring clothes, blankies and other baby gifts my mom brought a baked ham, some crock-pot … Continue reading