Do You Have Cart Smarts?
Busting 5 Nutritional Myths

January 16, 2014

By Anna Varriano

I shared many of my nutritional philosophies in my Get Cart Smart! presentation which I held for the first time this past summer. Since healthy eating starts with what you put in your grocery cart, this presentation walks participants through grocery s …

Butternut Squash and Goat Cheese Sprouted Grain Pasta

January 13, 2014

By Anna Varriano

This is a great idea for Meatless Mondays. The recipe idea came from the Food Network Giada’s Penne with Butternut Squash and Goat Cheese, with a few changes. This recipe makes 4 servings. What You’ll Need 1 small butternut or acorn squash 1 onion 1 TB …

Asparagus Frittata

January 13, 2014

By Anna Varriano

If you are in need of a quick, healthy dinner try this frittata. I made this  asparagus dinner in 10 minutes. What You’ll Need 1/2 bunch of asparagus Coconut oil Olive oil 2 organic, free-range eggs Sprinkle turmeric Step 1: Prep I warmed up some left …

Portobello Mushroom Cap Burgers

January 9, 2014

By Anna Varriano

This is a great burger with delicious toppings. It’s a great meal for a Meatless Monday! What You’ll Need 2 tablespoon butter 4 tablespoon olive oil 2 sweet onions Sprinkle sea salt 4 Portobello mushrooms 2 cloves garlic 1 avocado 1 package soft goat f …

Lina’s Noodles

January 9, 2014

By Anna Varriano

I used to make this all the time because my girls LOVED it when they were little. Forgot all about it until a few days ago, when I ran into the lovely lady who showed me how to make it so many years ago! Thank you Lina! It’s a delicious Asian spin on P …

Puttanesca Sauce

January 9, 2014

By Anna Varriano

A naughty name for a nutritious and delicious multipurpose sauce! Puttanesca is an Italian term for “whore-style”. There are lots of funny theories why this sauce got such a naughty name. One is that it was a quick and easy pasta sauce for puttanas to …

Mashed Sweet Potato ‘Dessert’

January 9, 2014

By Anna Varriano

This is a yummy mashed sweet potato recipe; so delicious and good for you. It can be used as a side dish or even as a dessert! What You’ll Need These amounts make enough for a side-dish for 2 people. Amounts can be adjusted to make more. 1 sweet potato …