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Roasted Cauliflower

It’s men’s health month and cruciferous are a super food for health and may aid in the prevention of various types of cancers. You’ll Need 1 head cauliflower, cut into, 2-inch pieces ¼ to 1/3 cup olive oil 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper ½ teaspoon cumin (more if...

Guacamole

When scooping out the avocado, make sure to include the outer dark green layer that is located close to the skin. This is where all of the fiber is found. We want to get all of the nutrition we can out of the foods we eat to help us...

Sauerkraut

Cruciferous vegetables such as cabbage are super foods! Enjoy this veggie in the form of sauerkraut. You’ll Need 1 Medium Cabbage (green or red) 2 Tablespoons Pickling Salt Distilled or filtered water (non-chlorinated) Directions Shred the cabbage. In a large bowl, mix shredded cabbage and salt together. Pound the cabbage mixture...

Quick Refried Beans

Beans are one of the healthiest foods on the planet and benefit cholesterol control too! They can be prepared in so many different ways so experiment with them by mixing in some cheese, hot peppers or hot sauce. You’ll Need 2 cups cooked pinto beans, divided 1/2 cup water...

No Mess Roasted Veggies

Veggies are a great food for cholesterol control. Try this recipe as a way to incorporate them into your meals. You’ll Need 3 cups (1″ chunks) peeled butternut squash 1 cup cauliflower florets 2 bell peppers (cut into 2″ chunks) 2 parsnips (sliced 1/2″ thick) 1 onion (cut into 1/2″ wedges) Directions...

Grilled Italian Peppers with Mozzarella and Basil Pesto Sauce

Submitted by Linda B. at Westinghouse. Thank you Linda B.! This is a great summer appetizer using many of the things you can grow in your garden. You’ll Need: 12 fresh Italian Peppers (i.e. Corno di toro rosso) Long yellow type peppers 2 Balls Buffalo Mozzarella 10 Leaves Fresh...

Easy Black Bean Salsa

  You’ll Need 1-14 .5 oz. Can Black Beans, drained (or use cooked beans) 1-14.5 oz Can Corn, low sodium, drained (or use fresh corn) 1-12 oz. Jar Salsa 1/4 cup Cilantro, chopped 1 ½ Tbsp Fresh lime juice   Directions Mix all of the above together and use...

Greek Stuffed Tomatoes

PREP TIME 15 Min COOK TIME 15 Min READY IN 30 Min You’ll Need 4 large ripe tomatoes salt and pepper to taste 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 cucumber, peeled and diced 1/2 cup yogurt 8 ounces black Greek olives, pitted and sliced 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil 1...