Whether going to your local coffee shop is a daily ritual or a special weekend outing, consider these ways you can move toward better choices. Downsize your drink If a large coffee drink is your go-to, consider whether a smaller size would hit the spot. Do dairy right For lattes and cappuccinos, shift from whole milk to low-fat or fat-free (skim) milk to reduce the amount of saturated fat. Skip…
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Spicy Quesadillas
Ingredients 1⁄2 pound beef round roast, thawed 11⁄2 teaspoons taco seasoning or chili powder (if you have it) 1⁄4 teaspoon black pepper 1⁄2 onion, sliced 4 flour tortillas, 6-inch size 1⁄4 cup pasteurized process American cheese Directions Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Coat the roast with taco seasoning (or chili powder) and pepper. Place the roast in a small baking pan and cover with foil or a lid.…
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Liven UP Your Meals with Vegetables and Fruits
Discover the many benefits of adding vegetables and fruits to your meals. They are low in fat and calories, while providing fiber and other key nutrients. Most Americans should eat more than 3 cups — and for some, up to 6 cups — of vegetables and fruits each day. Vegetables and fruits don’t just add nutrition to meals. They can also add color, flavor, and texture. Explore these creative ways…
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Three Sisters Stew
Ingredients 1⁄2 pound ground beef 1 cup onions, diced 3 cups water 3 cups red potatoes, cubed (or 11⁄2 cans, about 24 ounces, low-sodium sliced potatoes, drained) 2 tomatoes, diced (or 1 can, about 15 ounces, low-sodium diced tomatoes, drained) 1 can (15 ounces) low-sodium tomato sauce 1⁄2 cup frozen corn kernels (or 1⁄4 can, about 4 ounces, low-sodium whole kernel corn, drained) 1⁄2 cup yellow squash, diced (or 1⁄4…
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