Wellness Archives

McDaniel Short-Cuts | Peanutty Noodle Bowls for Family Meals Month

Peanutty Noodle Bowls! It’s what for dinner for National Family Meals Month! We like to keep family mealtime simple, and this Peanutty Noodle Bowl is an example of that. Plus, it includes my son’s (a.k.a, Chef Jack) favorite food: peanut butter! Every...

McDaniel Short-Cut Recipe: Beet Carrot & Ginger Smoothie for National Fruits and Veggies Month

It’s September, a.k.a National Fruit and Vegetable Month, and this week’s smoothie: Beet, Carrot and Ginger Smoothie packs 3 servings of plant power into your morning start up beverage! Everyone knows our health is benefited by colorful produce, but we’re...

McDaniel Short-Cuts: Shrimp Ramen in Garlic and Ginger Sauce

This Shrimp Ramen with Garlic & Ginger sauce didn’t happen during screen time. Usually, when I make dinner, I let the kids watch TV. While I would love for them to play outside or do an “activity” inside while I cook, I usually end up having to...

Back-to-School Snacks with Prairie Farms: His and Her Style!

Back-to-school snacks seem to be happening more frequently with the boys in-home learning! Just like adults, being home more means more snacking opportunities. Snacking is a frequent conversation I have with clients. A snack should fill in nutritional gaps, serve to...

McDaniel’s Short-Cuts | Ricotta & Marinated Artichoke Stuffed Mushrooms

This week’s short-cut, Ricotta & Marinated Artichoke Stuffed Mushrooms are in honor of National Mushroom Month! Mushrooms really do deserve their own month. A nutrient powerhouse; mushrooms are high in fiber, vitamins (potassium, B-vitamins) and...

Show Me Your Vegetables | Why Hiding Vegetables Doesn’t Work

Does hiding vegetables work? The age-old struggle between kids and their vegetables has led some parents to get creative in the kitchen. Lately, many parents have turned to hiding vegetables in typically accepted foods. Common dishes include pureed carrots in marinara...