Fruits & Veggies and the Med Way
Did your Mama or Grandma ever tell you to eat your fruits and vegetables? If so, these wise women …
Local Foods
The Tyrrell County Center Local Foods contact is Natalie Wayne.
Fats and the Med Way
Fat. I think a lot of us have a negative connotation with that word. But is it truly justified? …
Protein and the Med Way
What comes to mind when you think of protein? A big, juicy steak? Maybe a delicious pork roast? Did …
More Than Just a Resolution: The Mediterranean Way of Eating
New Year’s always seems to bring lots of resolutions that focus on health – quit smoking, drink more water, …
Let's Start With an Appetizer V
With all the rich goodies of the holiday season, we may want to have an appetizer that isn’t so …
Let's Start With an Appetizer IV
Who doesn’t love s’mores? S’mores have it all – crunchy, creamy, chocolatey and gooey! Although simple to make, they …
Let's Start With an Appetizer III
Appetizers should be easy to pick up, carry and eat. And what could be easier than an appetizer you …
Let's Start With an Appetizer II
When I think of appetizers, one of the first things that comes to mind is a cheese ball. They …
Meatless Monday - or Any Other Day of the Week!
We all know how good beans, vegetables, and spices are for us. And all these are or can be …
Warm Up With Chili
Fall is the perfect time for chili! When it’s cool outside, there’s nothing better to warm up with than …
Pumpkin - Delicious and Nutritious
Pumpkin is super nutritious! One cup of pumpkin contains more vitamin A than a cup of kale, more potassium …
Pumpkin Season Is Here
When we think of Fall, pumpkins often come to mind. Whether for carving, decorating, or eating, pumpkins are the …
Warm Up With Mexican Hot Chocolate
When the temperatures begin to drop, what’s better than a delicious mug of hot chocolate? Well, maybe a mug …
Warm Up With Mexican Inspired Soup
The temperatures are starting to drop, which means lots of us are ready for soup! A delicious one to …
A Healthy Taste of Mexico!
Mexican food is as diverse as it is delicious, but how healthy is it? Traditional recipes are healthier than …
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
From September 15 to October 15 every year in the United States, we honor the contributions of Latino and …
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Meal Prep 101
Always wanted to be a meal prepper, but never got around to doing it? What supplies do you need? …
Mom's Zucchini Bread
Who has an abundance of zucchini in your garden, raise your hand? Who has an abundance of zucchini in …
Summer Corn Salad
Summer Corn Salad Ingredients 6 ears corn, husked and cleaned 3 large tomatoes, diced 1 large onion, diced ¼ cup chopped fresh basil ¼ cup …
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