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3rd snow day in a row means we make lazy breakfast- uttapam!

This is a traditional South Indian rice and lentil pancake. The trick is the Indian store sells ready to use batter. Just add diced tomatoes, onions, chili, or coriander. My kids won’t eat onions i...
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DietIDdietitian Looks so good! How is uttapam different from dosa?
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reneeeats The batter is a little thicker, and when cooking, just pour the batter and don’t spread it.
Need veggie inspiration? Remember the 3-color rule!

Got some veggies in the crisper/freezer but not sure what to make? Think color -- choose 3 different color veggies for maximum nutrition, eye appeal, and flavor. Here I sauté gorgeous green asparag...
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DianaO I love the idea of a 3 color rule- I am going to adopt that!
Does Almond Milk qualify as dairy?
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reneeeats I don’t think so, but I know it is classified as “milk.” @DietIDdietitian can weigh in
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DietIDdietitian For the increase dairy challenge, you certainly can use plant milks. Look for one that is fortified with calcium and vitamin D. Cheers!
Here's one way to get kids to eat more fruit 😉

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reneeeats We make animal toasts all the time to get the kids to eat chia seeds and new fruit!
Trying to give up sweetened coffee? Here's a tip!

You can make a fancy coffee drink in a jiffy! Froth up some unsweetened plant milk (this nifty battery operated milk frother costs less than $10 and takes about 10 seconds to froth - and check it o...
Turmeric Eggplant Stew - a fantastic winter recipe that the whole family will enjoy!
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And the kids don't even realize how much good for them food and spices they're consuming!
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DietIDdietitian Yum, thanks for the share! I will definitely try this!
DIY taco night!

This one has roasted cauliflower, avocado, spicy onions, cilantro, black beans, and limey carrot slaw.
Start them young! Edamame is a FUN snack for kids

Finally convinced this munchkin that popping edamame is the most fun afternoon game ever