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                                    • Ditch the Diet – Just Eat Smart!

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                                      |Date: January 09, 2025
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                                      Ditch the Diet – Just Eat Smart!

                                      Ditch the Diet – Just Eat Smart!

                                      Reset your relationship with food, focusing on nutrition and well-being, in our new 3-session workshop le ...

                                      Reset your relationship with food, focusing on nutrition and well-being, in our new 3-session workshop led by a Registered Dietitian Healthy eating can feel overwhelming and confusing. Our new Eat Sma ...

                                      January 09, 2025
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                                    • Valley Eats – Egg Muffins

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                                      |Date: November 15, 2024
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                                      Valley Eats – Egg Muffins

                                      Valley Eats – Egg Muffins

                                      Need an easy egg dish that works great on a holiday brunch buffet? These egg muffins are quick, portable, ...

                                      Need an easy egg dish that works great on a holiday brunch buffet? These egg muffins are quick, portable, and a tasty addition to your meal. INGREDIENTS 3/4 cup cooked and crumbled sweet Italian sausa ...

                                      November 15, 2024
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                                    • Valley Eats – Low Carb Stuffed Bell Peppers

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                                      |Date: September 10, 2024
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                                      Valley Eats – Low Carb Stuffed Bell Peppers

                                      Valley Eats – Low Carb Stuffed Bell Peppers

                                      What's for dinner? These bell peppers are quick to assemble and are stuffed with flavor! INGREDIENTS 4 be ...

                                      What's for dinner? These bell peppers are quick to assemble and are stuffed with flavor! INGREDIENTS 4 bell peppers, cleaned with seeds and tops removed 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 1/3 cup oni ...

                                      September 10, 2024
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                                    • Valley Eats – High Protein Cinnamon Cake Bars

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                                      |Date: April 11, 2024
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                                      Valley Eats – High Protein Cinnamon Cake Bars

                                      Valley Eats – High Protein Cinnamon Cake Bars

                                      Craving something sweet for breakfast but want an option that isn't loaded with frosting? These cinnamon ...

                                      Craving something sweet for breakfast but want an option that isn't loaded with frosting? These cinnamon cake bars are a tasty treat to accompany to your morning cuppa coffee. These bars would also ma ...

                                      April 11, 2024
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                                    • Valley Eats – Cocoa Crisp Cookies

                                      Posted by Valley Communications
                                      |Date: November 29, 2023
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                                      Valley Eats – Cocoa Crisp Cookies

                                      Valley Eats – Cocoa Crisp Cookies

                                      Headed to a cookie swap? These tasty cocoa crisp cookies are sure to be a crowd pleaser! INGREDIENTS 1 ta ...

                                      Headed to a cookie swap? These tasty cocoa crisp cookies are sure to be a crowd pleaser! INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon butter 1/2 ounce unsweetened baking chocolate 1/4 cup SPLENDA® Sugar Blend for Baking ...

                                      November 29, 2023
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                                    • Valley Eats – Apple Crisp with Macadamia Nuts

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                                      |Date: October 05, 2023
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                                      Valley Eats – Apple Crisp with Macadamia Nuts

                                      Valley Eats – Apple Crisp with Macadamia Nuts

                                      Looking for ways to cook the apples you picked at the orchard? This dessert would be a delicious way to e ...

                                      Looking for ways to cook the apples you picked at the orchard? This dessert would be a delicious way to end a cozy, rainy day meal of one of our five tasty weeknight soups! INGREDIENTS 1/4 cup whole w ...

                                      October 05, 2023
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                                    • Valley Eats – Cauliflower “Corn” Muffin

                                      Posted by Valley Communications
                                      |Date: September 26, 2023
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                                      Valley Eats – Cauliflower “Corn” Muffin

                                      Valley Eats – Cauliflower “Corn” Muffin

                                      INGREDIENTS 2 cups finely riced, raw cauliflower 2 tablespoons minced jalapeno 2 eggs, beaten 2 tablespoo ...

                                      INGREDIENTS 2 cups finely riced, raw cauliflower 2 tablespoons minced jalapeno 2 eggs, beaten 2 tablespoons melted butter 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese 1 cup grated che ...

                                      September 26, 2023
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                                    • We Can Prevent Diabetes, Together! Valley’s Diabetes Prevention Program Provides Long-term Value

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                                      |Date: September 15, 2023
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                                      We Can Prevent Diabetes, Together! Valley’s Diabetes Prevention Program Provides Long-term Value

                                      We Can Prevent Diabetes, Together! Valley’s Diabetes Prevention Program Provides Long-term Value

                                      "I think I knew a lot of the pieces already, but putting the pieces of the puzzle to, kind of, see the bi ...

                                      "I think I knew a lot of the pieces already, but putting the pieces of the puzzle to, kind of, see the big picture has, I think, short-term and long-term value for me." - Drew, Diabetes Prevention Pro ...

                                      September 15, 2023
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                                    • #ValleyEats – Zucchini Noodles, Chips, & Fries

                                      Posted by Valley Communications
                                      |Date: September 08, 2023
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                                      #ValleyEats – Zucchini Noodles, Chips, & Fries

                                      #ValleyEats – Zucchini Noodles, Chips, & Fries

                                      INSTRUCTIONS Cut zucchini into desired shape. Spray with olive oil spray. Toss with your choice of: Dried ...

                                      INSTRUCTIONS Cut zucchini into desired shape. Spray with olive oil spray. Toss with your choice of: Dried rosemary and thyme Dried basil and parsley Ground cumin and smoked paprika For chips and fries ...

                                      September 08, 2023
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                                    • Time for a Midday Snack Break? Check Out this List of 14 Quick Bites

                                      Posted by Valley Communications
                                      |Date: August 16, 2023
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                                      Time for a Midday Snack Break? Check Out this List of 14 Quick Bites

                                      Time for a Midday Snack Break? Check Out this List of 14 Quick Bites

                                      You’re nearly done with your workday, you’ve eaten lunch, but your stomach is telling you it needs a snac ...

                                      You’re nearly done with your workday, you’ve eaten lunch, but your stomach is telling you it needs a snack to hold you over until dinner. Rather than hitting up the office vending machine or the candy ...

                                      August 16, 2023
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