Did you know 4 out of the 5 top causes of death are preventable? Healthy eating habits play an important role in preventing disease, and those habits start in your kitchen!
Now more than ever, families are finding themselves in the kitchen – cooking and eating more at home. We hope this trend helps families learn new culinary skills, try new recipes that feature a well-balanced approach to eating, and enjoy three servings of dairy every day.
Are your meals missing that “wow” factor? Whether it’s pesto on your pasta or caramel cream on your brownie sundae, adding a drizzle of savory or sweet sauce can be a simple solution to take your meals from good to great. As a registered dietitian and mom, I enjoy a good, flavorful sauce – and I love finding ways to make it just as nutritious as it is delicious. Want to know my secret? Check out these tips and tricks.
The last girls’ night I hosted, I made spicy shrimp tacos with a spicy mango slaw (as you can see, I love spice). Unfortunately, I discovered that a new friend’s tolerance for heat was not as high as the rest of the group’s. Luckily, I had a quick fix – I topped her tacos with a generous heap of cheese and sour cream. She was pleasantly surprised to learn that dairy counteracts spice, and wanted to understand the science.
This summer is shaping up to look very different than the typical summers from previous years. Staycations and day trips will likely be replacing road trips and international excursions. But no matter what your summer looks like, there’s no question your kids will still be looking for something delicious to snack on. Whether you’re planning a big family outing or just an afternoon trip to your local park, here are some healthy, on-the-go snack ideas for your next summer adventure.
If this summer has you longing for the great outdoors but feeling like you can’t quite get away, why not turn your backyard into a personal campsite? Get creative, add a touch of imagination, and you’ve got the perfect staycation.
Tenderloin, filet mignon or simply filet – who doesn’t love a sizzling steak straight from the grill? But it can be a bit nerve-wracking when you’re the one preparing one of these gorgeous and expensive premium cuts of meat. Want to know what takes a steak from good to great? Two words: steak butter.
More families are cooking at home during this pandemic, so why not do it together and support a great cause at the same time? That was exactly what the Dairy MAX team had in mind when we joined Bravo “Top Chef” Tiffany Derry for a live #QuarantineCooking webinar.
On a normal day, over 40 million Americans struggle to provide enough food for their families. The COVID-19 pandemic has amplified this need, with food banks across the country experiencing two to three times the number of people needing assistance. There’s no question that this pandemic has created hardships for our communities, but it’s also reminded us that we’re all in this together.
It’s National Dairy Month, and we’re celebrating with some of our fave facts about dairy – including cool science experiments and life hacks!
1. It’s a beverage! It’s a science experiment! It’s both! While it’s best as a beverage, milk can also multitask as “plastic”. Just mix a cup of warm milk (zapped in the microwave for 90 seconds) with 4 tablespoons of vinegar. Stir for a few minutes, then strain and squeeze out the excess liquid. You’ll end up with a moldable “plastic” you can form into fun shapes that harden when it dries over a few days’ time!
The last few years have seen a rise in foodies and increasing interest in international cuisine. More and more Americans are becoming adventurous eaters and are seeking bold, spicy and unique flavors. Yet the most Googled recipes in 2018 and 2019 remained unchanged: tried and true Americanized meals such as meatloaf, pecan pie, lasagna and pork chops.
