Start your morning off with this recipe for pumpkin oatmeal from FitSugar reader summer m. It's a breakfast recipe that she shared  in the Healthy Recipe Group. See the recipe when you read more Read more

They say you can't really compare apples and oranges, but what about grapes and raisins? I have often wondered how the dried version compares with its juicy source. When a fruit is dried, many of the nutrients become concentrated. According to the Berkeley Wellness Newsletter, ounce for ounce, raisins have almost three times the antioxidants as their grape counterparts. However, the amount of Read more

There are certain recipes that every baking enthusiast should master. In my head, I have an imaginary list of these dishes. It's divided into categories and under the cookies subtitle, you will find oatmeal raisin cookies. Since this recipe was not checked off, I recently decided to make them. After researching recipes, I selected Ina Garten's variation with pecans. Over 50 people have raved Read more

Quick-cooking chicken tenders are perfect for a busy night in between the holidays. Served on a bed of spinach and rice, this chicken is ideal for those who prefer dishes that aren't packed with potent flavors and exotic ingredients. A simple pan sauce with olives, wine, and raisins is poured over the poultry. To make this dish more festive, consider using dried cranberries instead of raisins. Read more

Although it takes an hour for a potato to bake, I still consider baked potatoes a quick and simple meal. Why? Because they require virtually no work. All you have to do is throw them in the oven and wait. Because of the special and flavorful topping — bacon! Brussels sprouts! sour cream! — this recipe, however, involves a small amount of cooking. It's worth the extra effort; with their Read more

No Cal-USC tailgate is complete without a sweet treat and I like to serve cookies. Specifically, classic oatmeal raisin cookies — they're chewy, not too sweet, and scream Fall. Cookies are also perfectly portable and can be made in advance, meaning they're ideal for a tailgate. Because the finished dough needs time to chill in the fridge before being baked, this recipe must be prepared several Read more