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Here's seven delicious drink recipes that can easily be made in batches. — Huffington Post Food Must make: Spanish meatballs with romesco sauce. — Hands on Gourmet While it may be harder to get through the security line, it's easier to find a drink at the airport. — USA Today Learn how Grant Achatz creates a menu for Alinea. — GQ Mario Batali and Joe Bastianich are fighting protesters Read more
It's apple season, and what should you do if you have an abundant supply of apples? Follow Fresh Tart's lead and make applesauce! I hated applesauce as a kid. (I realize how many blog posts I begin by mentioning a food I hated as a kid. I do it to reassure you, and myself, that picky children often become great cooks and eaters. So hang in there if you're feeding the impossible.) I hated Read more
Applesauce is a great snack for hungry kids, but on the go it can get messy! My friend's son loved applesauce from the day it was introduced to him, but when he got old enough to feed himself and had access to a wider variety of foods, he outgrew the toddler favorite. Smashies aims to make applesauce fun again with their pouches filled with 100% organic, no-sugar-added smashed apples that Read more
As Thanksgiving approaches, let your lil cook get in the holiday spirit by hosting an applesauce feast for his or her friends. Ask each guest to bring an apple or two. Then, guide the kids through this simple recipe. More than making a delicious snack, the fun activity will teach them the value of teamwork. Ingredients: 6 apples, peeled, cored and quartered 1 cup water 1 tablespoon lemon Read more
Applesauce is a delicious side that is easily forgotten. Taking the time to make a homemade version is a truly rewarding experience. The apple flavor is stronger and the texture is more chunky and less baby-foody than the store bought version. While the apples simmer, your house will have a scrumptious, warm fragrance. Give jars as gifts or serve along side roast pork or chicken. It also makes Read more
I love to make home made cookies. It's really one of my favorite things. For some time I was using applesauce in place of the oil in an effort to cut the fat, but the cookies just never tasted (or felt) the same -- and I just reverted back to the original recipe. But now I have recently learned that I was just doing it all wrong. So, if you want to cut the fat, but still want tasty baked goods, Read more
Got a hankering for some peanut butter? One tablespoon of this creamy spread will run you 105 calories, so if it's peanut butter you're after but not all the calories, enjoy one of these deliciously satisfying and oh-so-nutty treats instead. Peanut Butter Oatmeal Sandwich Cookies For a healthy treat that feels really decadent, whip up these peanut butter sandwich cookies — the filling is Read more
We're moving on to the yellow produce part of our journey. When I think of yellow fruits and vegetables, I immediately taste lemons. But beyond lemons, crookneck squash happens to be one of my favorite vegetables to cook with. Golden delicious apples are often overlooked for fancier varieties, even though they boast a unique and refreshing flavor. And yes, you guessed it, we're looking at more Read more
An apple a day may or may not keep the doctor away, but it sure can help you see results on the scale. Make these apple-inspired choices throughout your day and see how this fruit can help you lose weight. Breakfast: Low-Calorie Swap Oatmeal for breakfast is an excellent choice. You can sweeten your bowl of oats with maple syrup (one eighth of a cup is 100 calories) or pour on four times as much Read more
OnSugar blogger Sophie's Sweeties has a healthy banana bread recipe that cuts calories by using Kashi cereal, apple sauce, and yogurt. My mom used to eat a slice of homemade banana bread every morning for breakfast. She would make 10 loaves at a time and freeze them until the last loaf was purely a delicious memory. She made a few loaves with chocolate chips, some with walnuts, and a couple were Read more
