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Affordable Gardening Update: Oregano Alfredo Whole Wheat Pizza

Garden fresh oregano is fragrant and delicious! If you like Italian seasonings and spices, it's likely that you also will love the taste of oregano in this whole wheat pizza recipe. Italian seasoning often is made with dried oregano, basil, thyme and more. In this delicious pizza recipe oregano is infused into the crust and… Continue reading Affordable Gardening Update: Oregano Alfredo Whole Wheat Pizza

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Recipe of the Week: Sweet Banana Smoothie

These sweet banana smoothies are my favorite alternatives to other desserts and sweets! This post features a chocolate banana smoothie and a creamy cinnamon banana smoothie. Both recipes are filled with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, fiber and natural sugars that give our bodies the energy they need. MyPlate Fruit Group Antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, fiber, and carbohydrates… Continue reading Recipe of the Week: Sweet Banana Smoothie

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Harvest of the Season Recipe: Chicken Tagine with Apricot

Looking for a new, unique recipe to test your cooking skills? Try this Chicken tagine with apricot! It's a one skillet meal that has a unique, tasty flavor profile! What is Tagine? Before trying this recipe I was unfamiliar with what it was, but here's what I've learned so far: Tagine is a dish traditionally… Continue reading Harvest of the Season Recipe: Chicken Tagine with Apricot

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Affordable Garden Update: Garden Basil and Pesto Pasta

Have the desire to grow a garden, but don’t have the space or a large budget? Follow along with Captain Create this Summer to learn money saving gardening tips. At the end of the harvest, we will learn to cook healthy meals with what grew! Fresh Basil Have you ever tried basil before? It's a… Continue reading Affordable Garden Update: Garden Basil and Pesto Pasta

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Harvest of the Season Recipe: Peach and Turkey Ham Flatbread

This peach and turkey ham flatbread recipe is so delicious and nutritious! Discover why whole wheat is great for our bodies and how to make this recipe with extra nutrients! Utah-Made Whole Wheat The three components of grain is the bran, germ, and endosperm. Different kinds of flour have different manufacturing processes. All-purpose flour, also… Continue reading Harvest of the Season Recipe: Peach and Turkey Ham Flatbread

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Recipe of the Week: Memorial Day Fruit American Flag!

This Fruit American Flag is a great addition to any BBQ this Summer! Celebrate this Memorial Day and future American holiday's with this easy, delicious recipe. Berries are in Season Berries, including blueberries and strawberries are in season! Some berries have multiple harvests throughout the year, strawberries being one of those fruits. When a fruit… Continue reading Recipe of the Week: Memorial Day Fruit American Flag!

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Harvest of the Season Recipe: Korean Beef Bowls

Need a flavorful idea for tonight's dinner and meals to come? Try this amazing Korean beef bowl recipe from our friends at Utah Agriculture in the Classroom! Nutritious and Delicious This Korean Beef Bowl not only packs a lot of flavor, it's nutritious! Between the carrots, cucumber and rice, the fiber in this dish starts… Continue reading Harvest of the Season Recipe: Korean Beef Bowls

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Recipe Of The Week: Pico De Gallo with Radishes

Have you ever made radish pico de gallo? It's national salsa month, which means it's time to celebrate by making fun and creative salsa recipes! Radishes are in season, so lets learn how to use them! All About Pico De Gallo Pico de gallo is a traditional Mexican salsa typically made with tomatoes, peppers, cilantro,… Continue reading Recipe Of The Week: Pico De Gallo with Radishes

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Recipe Of The Week: Garden Veggies

Have you started a garden? Even if you haven't these recipes are sure to increase your vegetable consumption this year! Garden Veggie Facts During the pandemic home gardening became more popular than ever before. Sales in garden plants and indoor house plants dramatically increased in 2020, and resulted in social media trends completely surrounding home… Continue reading Recipe Of The Week: Garden Veggies

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Recipe Of The Week: Chicken Salad Celery Boats

This kid-friendly recipe is a great way to introduce new flavors and techniques in the kitchen! Kids In The Kitchen Having opportunities to have hands-on experiences in the kitchen is important, especially for kids. Taking part in the food preparation not only encourages kids to eat their healthy creations, but it also helps them understand… Continue reading Recipe Of The Week: Chicken Salad Celery Boats

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Recipe of the Week: Strawberry Mint Cheesecake “Ice Cream”

This treat is definitely a "trust the process" kind of recipe. Why? The main ingredient is cottage cheese... Why Cottage Cheese? Cottage cheese is packed with protein, low in fat (if you get low fat/skim cottage cheese), and has a creamy texture when blended. When I looked at the nutrition facts of the cottage cheese… Continue reading Recipe of the Week: Strawberry Mint Cheesecake “Ice Cream”

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Harvest of the Season Recipe: Strawberry Bread

Craving something fruity and sweet? This Strawberry bread from our friends at Utah Agriculture in the Classroom will hit the spot! Growing Strawberries in Utah The good news is that strawberries can be grown in Utah! Strawberries can be harvested starting in May, and and some varieties will have a second harvest later in the… Continue reading Harvest of the Season Recipe: Strawberry Bread

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Recipe of the week: Onion Flowers

Need a creative way to eat vegetables? Try this delicious recipe! When I first saw this onion flower recipe, it reminded me so much of Springtime. Right now in Northern Utah it doesn't feel much like Spring (it snows here every week still), but soon the whole state will be in the full swing of… Continue reading Recipe of the week: Onion Flowers

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Recipe of the Week: Philly Cheesesteak Grilled Cheese

This healthier spin on a classic will have your mouth watering! The Philly cheesesteak sandwich is a favorite of many. If you haven't tried it before, it can be described as a meat and cheese filled sandwich, topped onions and bell peppers for those that like veggies. Sounds delicious? Yes, it is. I find the… Continue reading Recipe of the Week: Philly Cheesesteak Grilled Cheese

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Harvest Of The Season Recipe: Banana Split Bread

This decadent spin on classic banana bread is a great way to experience banana in a new way! Banana often is the fruit in my kitchen that turns brown before I remember to eat it, which means I am always looking for new ways to use bananas. This recipe has given me new inspiration on… Continue reading Harvest Of The Season Recipe: Banana Split Bread