Our Blog: Recipes, Research, and Resources
Our Blog: Recipes, Research, and Resources
Cocoa Dusted Honey Roasted Peanut Energy Bites
These Cocoa Dusted Honey Roasted Peanut Energy Bites are our family's version of energy bars. Energy bars have become American's favorite snack. Take a tour down the energy bar aisle and you'll find over 35 different brands and 150 individual products. Some of our...
Quinoa and Couscous Salad with Roasted Vegetables | McDaniel Short-Cuts
Ahh, vacation. Re-entry can be tough. Vacation offers an intentional pause in everyday life that serves as a reminder to live life fully. After a trip, I do my best to reflect on what gave me joy in my travels, and how I can put a little bit of "vacation" into my...
Kids and After-Dinner Snacks (I.E. Fourth Meal): Friend or Foe?
[5 minutes into dinner] “I’m full! Can I be done?” [15 minutes later] “I’m hungry! What can I have for a snack?” After-Dinner Snacks: The Fourth Meal Sound familiar? An after-dinner snack can be a blessing and a curse. It can help some kids get in nutrients that are...
McDaniel Bite-Sized Reviews | Cauliflower Crackers
Welcome to “McDaniel’s Bite-Sized Reviews” | Cauliflower Crackers It’s a weekly series we’re calling “McDaniel’s Bite-Sized Reviews!” Every other week, we’ll share a popular food, drink or supplement one of our MNT Registered Dietitians tried, reviewed and rated. With...
Instant Pot BBQ Chicken Sliders with Slaw | McDaniel Short-Cuts
Last weekend, when I crossed my hometown border of Tennessee, this plant-loving girl started craving BBQ chicken sliders topped with slaw. Growing up, there was a drive-thru BBQ restaurant next to my gymnastics center. After weekend four-hour long practices, nothing...
Addressing Picky Eating with Food Critic Cards
Last week, I met with the team from Brown and Crouppen for a meal planning workshop. As any parent would expect, the topic of picky eating came up. I got the following questions: "How do I make one meal for one family?" "When they refuse to eat what is offered, do I...
Falafel Mix Makeover | McDaniel Short-Cuts
You should falafel if you've never tried "falafel." Ok, bad joke. But, in all honestly, it's one of my favorite Mediterranean meals. I love the chickpea crunch paired with garlic, yogurt and lemon in a falafel sandwich. Falafel is a traditional Mediterranean food made...
McDaniel’s Bite-Sized Reviews | Hippeas Chickpea Puffs
Welcome to “McDaniel’s Bite-Sized Reviews” | Organic Chickpea Puffs Hippeas It’s a weekly series we’re calling “McDaniel’s Bite-Sized Reviews!” Each Thursday, we’ll share a popular food, drink or supplement one of our MNT Registered Dietitians tried, reviewed and...
5 Steps to Maintain Intuitive Eating on Vacation
Summertime, for the lucky ones, includes VACATION! For most of us, vacationing means a break from the routines of life. If you're working towards becoming an intuitive eater, this lack of routine can feel stressful to maintain intuitive eating on vacation! Have you...
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