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Nourish Your Morning With Cinnamon Raisin Bread Pudding with Vanilla Pudding Sauce

Sponsor — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 05:45:22 PDT

The morning alarm clock. The race to get ready. The quick e-mail check-in and the dog waiting to be walked. All this before you’ve had a chance to fully wake up. Life is hectic - so start your day off smart. Take time to indulge in a nutritious breakfast. Sit down for something real, with dairy and maybe some fruit and whole grains, too. Taste. Breathe. Set a goal or two. Make sure you’re about to get out of your day what you put into it. And if you do have to grab something on the run, make it a cup of yogurt and a spoon. Nourish Your Morning with this tasty recipe for Cinnamon Raisin Bread Pudding with Vanilla Pudding Sauce. Check out 3aday.org for more recipes to nourish your morning.

Cinnamon Raisin Bread Pudding with Vanilla Pudding Sauce
3-A-Day™ of Dairy

Ingredients

For the bread pudding:
1 pound challah or egg bread, cubed
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 cup egg substitute
4 egg whites
1/3 cup sugar substitute for baking
4 cups fat-free milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/3 cup raisins
For the vanilla pudding sauce:
1 egg
1 egg white
1/4 cup sugar substitute for baking
2 teaspoons cornstarch
2 1/2 cups fat-free milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Directions
For the bread pudding:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray an 8-x8-inch baking pan with cooking spray; set aside.
Place bread cubes in a large bowl; sprinkle with cinnamon. In a medium bowl, whisk egg substitute, egg whites, sugar substitute, milk and vanilla until blended. Pour over bread, sprinkle with raisins and stir gently to mix. Pour mixture into prepared pan.
Bake 45 minutes in preheated oven or until top is puffed and golden and tester comes out clean.
Cut into squares and serve warm with vanilla pudding sauce*.
*For the vanilla pudding sauce:
Whisk egg, egg white, sugar substitute and cornstarch together in a medium saucepan. Whisk in milk and vanilla.
Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and begins to bubble, about 10 minutes. Serve warm or cold.
Yield: approximately 1/2 cup bread pudding plus 1/3 cup vanilla yogurt sauce, per serving

Recipe created by Chef Lisa Schroeder of Mother's Bistro, Portland, Ore., on behalf of 3-A-Day™ of Dairy

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Poll: Brad is to Angelina as:

Sponsor — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 09:54:34 PDT

Dairy is a kick-start way to Nourish Your Morning. Take today’s poll to hear what the rest of Sugar is saying. Brad and Angelina are one of the most delicious couples in Hollywood - you can’t have one without the other. Which yummy 3-A-Day™ snack combination should never be apart?

For more information and recipes, subscribe to 3-A-Day's group here!

Lisa Drayer’s Guide to Nourishing Your Morning

Sponsor — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 05:45:22 PDT

Meet Lisa Drayer, registered dietitian and author of the upcoming book "The Beauty Diet." Lisa is working with 3-A-Day™ of Dairy to create simple, delicious ways to start your day off smart. Here are her three favorite tips:

Get Your 3-A-Day™: Milk, cheese and yogurt provide a lot more than just calcium. Did you know that dairy foods together provide NINE essential nutrients? By eating three servings of milk, cheese or yogurt daily, you help build strong bones and a healthy body. Why wait? Start your day with a Pomegranate Smoothie now!

Make Breakfast Count: Studies show dairy foods, when consumed as part of a healthy diet, improve overall diet quality and may help to reduce the risk of osteoporosis, hypertension, obesity, kidney stones and colon cancer. Add dairy to your morning routine by making Cheddar and Mushroom Breakfast Squares for a satisfying, nutrient-rich meal.

Breakfast Is Just the Beginning: Energizing your day with dairy is the first step to feeling great all day long. A refreshingly minty Caribbean Milk Cooler is a sure way to beat that 3 p.m. slump!

To learn more about Lisa Drayer and healthy eating tips, visit 3-A-Day's TeamSugar Group page.

Good Morning Recipes

Sponsor — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 05:40:59 PDT

Nourish your morning with easy, tasty recipes from 3-A-Day™ of Dairy! These dishes are specially selected for morning to help you get off to a smart start with a delicious serving of milk, cheese, or yogurt. Take a deep breath and taste. The day’s just begun.

Zachary Levi Lands a New Pilot

BuzzSugar — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 13:30:23 PST

Chuck star Zac Levi lands a pilot with Fox - BuddyTV
Hot and heavy movie makeout sessions - NextMovie
8 sexy TV characters who would be too insane to date in real life - The Frisky
See what critics are saying about Reese Witherspoon's new romantic comedy - Rotten Tomatoes
Classic Valentine's Day TV episodes - Zap2it
New pictures of Brad Pitt in Cogan's Trade - /Film
See Kate and Leo on the new poster for Titanic 3D - Moviefone
Why Cougar Town is the smartest-run show on TV - HuffPost TV
Whitney star Chris D'Elia shares his relationship secrets to success - TrèsSugar

12 Things You Should Never Buy Full-Price

Business Insider — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 00:15:25 PST

We're thrilled to present this smart Business Insider story here on Savvy!

With the Internet, helpful mobile phone apps, and retailers scrambling to keep consumers in their shops, there's no need to pay full-price for much of anything these days.

To give you a boost, we tapped a few savvy shoppers for their tips on all the ways you can save.

Theater tickets

"One of the greatest savings areas recently has been the theater ticket business," says Anna Aronovich, CEO of GovernmentAuctions.org.

Even if you're not going to be around NYC to score discount Broadway tickets this month, there are opportunities in nearly all cities to see shows on the cheap.

Some rewards programs like Optimum Rewards cost nothing to join and offer discounts on shows.

Beer

If you're looking to stock the fridge for your next poker night, don't hit the liquor store until you've checked out www.saveonbrew.com.

The company's been featured on a host of deals sites lately as one of the best ways to find discounts on brewski, says Jennifer Davidson, director of operations. (See some incredible uses for beer.)

Read on for more.

See the Full Soundtrack Song List For The Hunger Games

Shannon Vestal — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 12:43:52 PST

We don't just have the epic battle of Katniss Everdeen fighting for her life in The Hunger Games movie to look forward to - it sounds like we're also going to be treated to a pretty epic soundtrack.

The full tracklist has just been released, and though there's a big presence of country/pop star Taylor Swift, there's plenty of indie cred too, in the form of artists like Arcade Fire, The Decemberists, and Neko Case. You can pre-order the soundtrack on iTunes now, in anticipation of the Mar. 20 release of the album, and to get the full listing, just keep reading.

Link Time: NYFW Afterparties, Tavi Defends Lana Del Rey, and More News

FabSugar — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 10:29:05 PST

Catch up on all of New York Fashion Week's afterparty fashion - Stylelist
Watch this hilarious SNL spoof of Zooey Deschanel and Mary-Kate Olsen - Styleite
10 Valentine's Day rom-coms to avoid - The Daily Beast
Buyers are dying to get their hands on Rachel Zoe's latest collection - The Cut
Five Winter-white bags worth checking out - Bag Snob
Tavi comes to Lana Del Rey's defense - The Frisky
Do you recognize these pinup models? - HuffPost Style
Six Spring trends you can wear right now - The Fashion Spot
The Glamourai stars in a Kelly Wearstler video - Lucky
Check out the "Purple in 3-D" popup inside J.Lindeberg's BLK DNM store - Style.com
Olivia Palermo is the new face of the Rochas perfume - Refinery29

5 Strange Ways Chocolate Keeps You Healthy

Prevention — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 04:02:26 PST

We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Prevention here on FitSugar!

This sweet treat may also boost brainpower, help you relax, and more!
By Mara Betsch, Prevention

Show your heart some love this Valentine’s Day by nibbling a few chocolates - and making them a regular treat throughout the year. A recent study found that those consuming the highest levels of chocolate had a 37 percent reduction in cardiovascular disease and a 29 percent reduction in stroke compared to those with lower chocolate intakes.

Though experts are quick to clarify that we should stick to moderate consumption of high-calorie chocolates, it’s hard to deny the cold, hard facts that chocolate can be a healthy addition to our diets.

Seven Surprising Ways to Sharpen Your Mind

Hundreds of studies have shown that dark chocolate is packed with antioxidants that promote heart health and may prevent many cardiovascular-related conditions, but we’ve dug up five more surprising health benefits. Read on for five new ways to justify your chocolate craving.

1. Chocolate May Help You With Math
Flavonols, compounds in chocolate with antioxidantlike properties, are thought to improve circulation, including blood flow to the brain. A 2009 study asked participants to count backward in groups of three from a number between 800 and 999. After drinking hot cocoa filled with flavonols, the participants were able to do calculations more quickly and accurately and were less likely to feel tired or mentally drained.

Learn a four more things chocolate can do for you after the break.

How To: Get Your iPad Ready For Resale

Kristy Korcz — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 11:48:28 PST

If the rumors are true, the iPad 3 should be announced in March. If you're ready to upgrade from your first-gen iPad or iPad 2, now's the time to start thinking about selling. But before you post a listing on Craigslist or eBay, get all your ducks in a row first. Here's a few tips on how to prep your gadget for resale, and get top dollar for your efforts.

Back up your data and do a clean sweep - First thing's first - make sure you connect your iPad to iTunes and back up all of your data. You'll be able to sync it with your new iPad after you bring it home. And just like a computer, before you sell your old tablet, you'll want to wipe it clean of any sensitive information, apps, and contact lists. Erasing all of your content and settings (go to Settings > General > Reset > Erase All Content and Settings) is great, but go ahead and perform a full restore in iTunes as well.
Polish the exterior - Cleaning your old iPad is kind of like cleaning your LCD monitor - you don't want to use any harsh chemicals or, even more damaging, water. Using a tried-and-tested cleaner like iKlear ($30) will ensure you won't damage your iPad's sensitive bits. Use the included microfiber cloth (or one of your own) and shine that baby up.

To see the rest of my list, including tips on how to get your gadget sold quickly online, just keep reading.