Snacking can be an excellent way to meet daily nutrient needs, satisfy hunger and boost energy levels. Unfortunately, it can also lead to overeating, weight gain, fatigue and chronic health concerns. To avoid these potential dangers and maximize the benefits of snacking it’s important to think about snacking as part of your overall healthy eating
Healthy snacks to satisfy your hunger cravings
Prairie Fare: There are a wide variety of healthy — and delicious — foods to choose from
Plan ahead for healthy and affordable eating
Prairie Fare: Don’t plan on just winging it in the kitchen — having a strategy will help you
One of the best ways to save money and stay on top of healthy eating goals is to make a meal plan. Whether you jot notes on the family calendar, create detailed lists or use an online planning tool, taking time to plan what you want to make and eat can help you save money,
One day at a time
Small changes and goals can all add up to a healthier year in 2018
After the feasting and indulgence of the holiday season, it’s understandable that eating better and exercising more are two of the most common resolutions people make at this time of year. But vague, large-scale goals like these often lead to disappointing results with only 58 per cent of people sticking to them by end of
Gifts from the kitchen
Prairie Fare: Giving gifts from the kitchen is a fun way to share a little of yourself with others this holiday season
If you prefer the kitchen to the mall, you still have plenty of time to make homemade edible gifts for the people on your list. Your recipients will appreciate a tasty treat and be touched by the sentiment and creativity you put into their gift. And you get to reminisce about each recipient while you’re
Squash is a winter treat
There’s a near endless variety of winter squash — and recipes to use them in
Winter squash come in various shapes, sizes and textures in shades of green, yellow, orange, white and even blue. Their tough outer rind sets them apart from their summer cousins (zucchini, patty pan and crookneck squash) which are harvested while immature and their skins are soft and tender. Because of their extended growing time, winter
My favourite salsa recipes
It’s the perfect way to preserve extra tomatoes from the garden
Some people love this time of year because of the changing colour of leaves, the rumble of the combine or the kids going back to school. I love it because of the fresh garden tomatoes and homemade salsa. If you’ve never made your own fresh salsa, stop everything and make a batch right now; you’re
Enjoying Manitoba’s sweet corn season
There’s nothing quite like fresh locally grown corn on the cob
Do you remember a time when corn on the cob was only available for a limited time each year? When sweet corn had to be cooked just hours after being picked? When corn on the cob was served for breakfast, lunch and dinner for two weeks straight? I always loved corn season, but by the
Let’s get jammin’
Prairie Fare: Jam and jelly recipes to get your taste buds going
Making your own jams and jellies is an easy and delicious way to capture the great tastes of our Prairie fruits. Luckily for us, today, jam making is easier than ever. What was a never-ending chore and means of survival for our grandmothers is now a hobby for us. We have the luxury of preserving
More burgers more often
Summertime is burger time and the variety can be almost endless
When the days are long and the sun shines bright, burgers with fresh seasonal veggies and endless salads are the way to go. And with so many variations available, it’s easy to enjoy a different burger every week. But, if your family is like mine, they may be hesitant to try new burger recipes for
Grow your own herbal tea garden
Prairie Fare: Apple and rhubarb herbal tea blend
This summer, consider growing your own herbal tea garden. Not only will you enjoy amazing flavours as you harvest your herbs, but you’ll enjoy lovely foliage and flowers in your garden all summer long. Luckily for us, tea herbs are easy to grow and require relatively little care. Most thrive in full sun in average,
Cyber-Savvy Farmer
