fruits

Banana Oatmeal Peanut Butter Cookies

Preheat oven to 350 degrees and prepare a cookie sheet with parchment paper Mix bananas, vanilla, peanut butter, and maple syrup into a creamy consistency in a large bowl. In another bowl, combine oats, flour, baking powder, and salt.

Whole-Grain Cranberry Pancakes

In a large bowl, combine flour, flax meal, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Set aside. In medium bowl, whisk the egg with oil and milk. Add to dry mixture along with cranberries and stir until just combined.

Blueberries in Your Backyard

Pick your own blueberries at a local farm, then try these five blueberry recipes.

Easy Meals Under $10

Try these three family-friendly recipes from a Johnson & Wales University chef.

Swap Out Sugary Drinks

Hot and thirsty? Protect your teeth (and your heart) with these drink swaps.

Save Money on Fresh Fruits and Vegetables

Eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables can help reduce the risk of many leading causes of illness and death, such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, some cancers, and obesity. And they're delicious! However, only one in 10 adults get enough fruits or vegetables.*

Rainbow Fruit Salad

Prepare the fruit. Combine all the ingredients for the sauce and mix. Just before serving, pour honey orange sauce over the fruit. 

Spinach Salad with Cranberry Vinaigrette

In a small saucepan, combine cranberry juice, cranberries, and onion. Cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes, until berries pop. Let cool slightly.

Cranberry Smoothie

Place all ingredients in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth.

Strawberry Oatmeal Smoothie

Soak oats in the yogurt for one hour or overnight in the refrigerator. Place all ingredients in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.