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Category: Hey Mom, What’s Cooking?

Hey Mom, What’s Cooking?

Dana Zucker is the wife of Vitacost Chief Marketing Officer David Zucker, a mom of teenage twins, and an avid cook.

4 Easy Indoor Gardens

4 Easy-to-Grow Gardens & Recipes to Enjoy Your Harvest

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By on May 14th, 2013

Only 38 days remain until summer officially begins (not that I’m counting). Have you started your garden yet? No matter where you live, you can grow a garden. Most herbs (and some veggies) require little more than a container, a sunny ledge, a sprinkling of water and a little bit of attention. They’re easy to start from seeds, and when it’s eventually time to harvest, you’ll have aromatic, delicious and nutritious ingredients to cook with—no trip to the supermarket required! Read more →

Fast (Healthy!) Food for Families on the Go

Fast (Healthy!) Food for Families on the Go

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By on May 7th, 2013

No matter how much we try to avoid it, there are days when your family will need to eat “on the run”—whether it’s a snack while heading to soccer practice or dinner between said soccer practice and the school open house that immediately follows. Rather than resorting to junky fast food or expensive take-out, you can easily pack healthy, whole foods that satisfy hungry tummies and nourish active bodies away from home. All it takes is a little planning and creativity.

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Family Taco Night Recipe

Family Taco Night

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By on Apr 30th, 2013

Is there a picky eater in your family? A vegetarian? A vegan? Everyone can be happy at dinner on taco night! Start off by sautéing some veggies—use fresh favorites or take this opportunity to “clean out” your refrigerator’s produce drawer. From here, you can go meatless or brown up some beef or buffalo meat—your choice. Serve with seasoned brown rice and toppings your troop loves! I like to lay out whole wheat tortillas, local raw goat cheese, avocado, shredded cabbage and chopped tomato.

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Crunchy Oatmeal Cookies

Crunchy Oatmeal Cookies & Jam-Filled “Drops”

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By on Apr 23rd, 2013

Something about springtime triggers cravings for sweets! This time of year, it seems we’re always asked to bring in treats for school and sporting events. Rather than send my kids with storebought goodies to share, I try to keep it healthy with homemade, organic cookies—baked with ingredients I know are good for them, for less than I’d spend on a bag with half as many as one of my batches turns out.

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Homemade Pesto

3 Easy-to-Make Fresh Sauces: Pesto, Cashew Cheese & Red

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By on Apr 16th, 2013

When it comes to successful (and creative) cooking, the secret’s in the sauce. With a good sauce, you can build many different meals and snacks — from pasta and pizza to stuffed veggies and delicious dips!

Over the years, I’ve perfected several sauce recipes that have garnered the hungry-kid-and-husband seal of approval. (No small feat!)  I like to make them on Sundays so I can easily assemble various meals throughout the week — because less time spent cooking means more time spent with the family!

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Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese

Roasted Butternut Squash Macaroni and Cheese

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By on Apr 9th, 2013

Don’t let bright orange mac and cheese land on your kids’ plates—that is, unless the color comes from roasted butternut squash instead of a packet of chemical powder! This creamy, comforting homemade version is made with fresh (or canned organic) squash, half and half and soft goat’s cheese—or you can substitute these ingredients for vegan-friendly ones. Make it a complete meal by adding your family’s favorite chopped veggies.

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