This tomatillo-laced chili was initially conceived during a mission to create a pozole, a hominy-based Mexican stew. When my search for hominy left me empty handed, my brother-in-law suggested subbing in hearty beans for a more nutrient dense and accessible alternative. The result, a tangy and satisfying spicy green chili.
Read moresuper bowl snacking - sweet potato nachos!
Super Bowl is synonymous with many foods, but game day and nachos are indeed the perfect combo. Whether you are watching the Super Bowl for the actual game, the commercials, or the halftime show, this healthified spin on nachos is the perfect fuel for your viewing pleasure.
Read moresuper bowl eats - white bean chili with the works
It is chili season! Whether you are looking for an easy option to enjoy during the super bowl or a quick weeknight main, this white bean chili comes together in under an hour. The recipe is for a standard vegetarian version but, if you lean more toward a turkey or chicken chili, ground meat would fit in well. The spice level is also adaptable, depending on who is in your eating audience. To play it safe, you can always kick up the hotness via your garnishes - which is my favorite part of chili and a great way to engage tiny and normal size diners.
Read morepotato party! crispy smashed potatoes with garlic herb yogurt and shiitake bacon
I am a huge potato gal, especially when they are simply roasted until crispy. For an elevated spin, crispy smashed potatoes get a delicious addition of garlicky herb yogurt, shiitake bacon, and lots of fresh parsley for a colorful and tasty side dish, snack, or super bowl centerpiece.
Read more9 healthy things to make for super bowl sunday
It's Super Bowl time! Which means hours of beer guzzling, wing nibbling, and chip dipping in vast quantities. Game day does not have to be unhealthy. Here are nine simple, nutritious, and delicious ideas that won’t leave you in a greasy, salty state by the 4th quarter.
Read moresuper bowl slim down - three healthy dips to step up your game day
The odds of eating dips on game day is pretty high. So, place your bets on nutrient dense alternatives to win the ultimate game, your health. Here are three dips that have a nutritious spin on the classics, and some tips on how to have a guilt-free Super Bowl.
Read moreTrade Up Your Wing Dings for This Healthier Alternative
Football is usually synonymous with wings. Fried greasy nibbles, indigestion, and hangovers also typically go hand in hand with game day. For a healthy alternative to chicken wings, consider these spicy buffalo chicken meatballs that pack all of the elements of a basket of wings into compact balls-minus the butter, grease, and oil. Serve these spicy little balls with a cooling herb dip to elevate your game day viewing pleasure.
Read moremy favorite way to eat chips - yes chips
Not to be a downer but chips are typically a "no go" in the clean eats world. Normally fried, processed, and laded with sodium and oil, chips offer no nutritional benefits whatsoever. Turn that frown upside down, because I've got you covered with these baked chili lime corn tortilla chips. These crunchy crits are the perfect vehicle for your dips, game day and beyond. Just don't forget the cruditès.
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