Sarah is a public health consultant and writer dedicated to promoting healthy, budget-friendly eating habits. A native North Carolinian, her tips, research and recipes will do Southern cooking justice and make your meals healthier.
Over the past few decades, the potato has become a scapegoat for many diet “experts”. Advertisements pop up all over the internet admonishing Americans for eating this tuber more than any other vegetable and glycemic index-based eating...
Looking for a tasty way to use leftover baked or roasted chicken? Just in the market for a quick, but different, weeknight family meal. This Chicken Curry recipe can be tailored to use the ingredients you have on hand...
If you have been using food to feel more comfortable during this exceptionally cold Raleigh winter, your usual repertoire of belly-warming meals is likely tasting a bit tired. Spice things up with this cassoulet style one-pot dinner...
The Raleigh area has been subjected to unusually cold temperatures over the past few weeks, leaving many residents seeking warm comfort foods. Classic chili is full of protein, fiber and healthy lycopene from its tomato base. For a change...
Stick to your New Year’s resolution to eat better without sacrificing taste. This filling salad features flaked crab meat, vitamin-packed fresh spinach and a refreshing vinaigrette featuring heart-healthy olive oil.Spinach and Crab Salad4 cups...
Homemade New Year’s party food doesn’t have to be time consuming to make. This crostini recipe, inspired by the traditional Italian Caprese salad, takes just a few minutes to prepare using a food processor and...
It's time for the final round of holiday celebration - the parties held to ring in 2010. As we start a new year and a new decade, millions of Americans will resolve to eat better and exercise more. Help...
A favorite Christmas tradition, after the children have ripped through their loot from Santa, is a hearty family breafast or brunch. Most tables will include a traditional casserole of eggs, sausage and yesterday's bread. These casseroles also traditionally...
Boneless, skinless chicken breasts are a staple of healthy diets, particularly for people eating for weight loss. This holiday season, bake your chicken in a sauce featuring cranberries and portabella mushrooms for added antioxidants and fiber. This dish is...
This fragrant, easy-to-bake bread makes a perfect addition to your holiday table. The butternut squash adds vitamin A and using white whole wheat flour adds a good dose of whole grains and fiber. To make it ...