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Locally Carei: Potato set to take center holiday stage

When talking mashed potatoes, we have a love/hate relationship.When positive, words like fluffy and creamy come to mind. When negative, words like grainy, gluey, watery and lumpy (unless you want them lumpy) come to mind.At this time of year, we look forward to that staple on the holiday table. ...

These roots are smashing

Root vegetables are fall and winterĢƵ best-kept secret.Packed with nutrients, natural sugars and starch, the humble root is a healthy and flavorful substitute for the ubiquitous russet potato and a superb way to get your vitamins and nutrients in the cold-weather season. A good peel of skin ...

Add a little fruit and fiber to your morning muffin

I don’t bake muffins often, but when I do, I try to make them healthy and have them on hand for an easy breakfast or a snack.My issue with muffins is that they often resemble mini-cakes, packed with sugar and fat. To some extent, this can’t be avoided if you wish to eat a muffin that ...

Nacho night: Garlic shrimp and veggies lighten it up

ItĢƵ Nacho Night at our house.Yes, I confess. Foodie I may be, parent I certainly am, and health-minded ... almost without fail. But there is always a time and place for nachos.We can all do with a little cheesy nacho goodness from time to time to balance out a healthy diet, to dig into with ...

Souper shooters: Start the meal in a glass

There is something magical about roasted butternut squash.Its orange flesh softens into sweet, nutty squidginess, which is easily transformed into a puree. ItĢƵ hard to believe something so rich and sugary can be loaded with nutrients and beta carotene, but so it is. One cup of butternut ...

A tale of two children (and Brussels sprouts)

If you have more than one child, you may understand this tale. I have two children. One is an adventurous eater, and one is not. One loves fish, and the other can’t stand it (although I don’t recall her ever tasting much of it). One adores butter and milk, while the other would prefer not ...