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                                    • Valley Eats – Cocoa Crisp Cookies

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                                      |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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                                    • #ValleyEats – Zucchini Noodles, Chips, & Fries

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                                      |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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                                    • Vary Your Veggies

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                                      |Date: September 08, 2023
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                                      Vary Your Veggies

                                      Vary Your Veggies

                                      From the bitter bite of arugula to the crunchy carrot, vegetables are an abundance of flavors and texture ...

                                      From the bitter bite of arugula to the crunchy carrot, vegetables are an abundance of flavors and textures. But sometimes it is challenging to try new foods outside our comfort zones. Most Americans d ...

                                      September 08, 2023
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                                    • Valley Eats: Chicken and Mushroom Pasta

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                                      |Date: January 16, 2020
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                                      Valley Eats: Chicken and Mushroom Pasta

                                      Valley Eats: Chicken and Mushroom Pasta

                                      Warm up a chilly evening with this satisfying, heart-healthy pasta meal. If you have some extra veggies i ...

                                      Warm up a chilly evening with this satisfying, heart-healthy pasta meal. If you have some extra veggies in your fridge like zucchini, carrot or bell pepper, dice them up and throw in for an added flav ...

                                      January 16, 2020
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                                    • The Holidays are Upon Us! Check Out These Tips from Valley’s Nutrition Team for a Delicious and Joyful Season

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                                      |Date: November 22, 2019
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                                      The Holidays are Upon Us! Check Out These Tips from Valley’s Nutrition Team for a Delicious and Joyful Season

                                      The Holidays are Upon Us! Check Out These Tips from Valley’s Nutrition Team for a Delicious and Joyful Season

                                      The holiday season is upon us!  For many people, this season can offer some challenges to your healthy li ...

                                      The holiday season is upon us!  For many people, this season can offer some challenges to your healthy lifestyle. Schedules often become crowded and we are bombarded by holiday-themed foods nearly eve ...

                                      November 22, 2019
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                                    • #ValleyEats – Banana Pancakes

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                                      |Date: November 01, 2019
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                                      #ValleyEats – Banana Pancakes

                                      #ValleyEats – Banana Pancakes

                                      INGREDIENTS 1/3 cup oat flour or ground oats 1 scoop of vanilla or unflavored whey protein powder 1/4 cup ...

                                      INGREDIENTS 1/3 cup oat flour or ground oats 1 scoop of vanilla or unflavored whey protein powder 1/4 cup milk (skim, almond, etc.) 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1 banana, mashed 1 egg white 1 teaspoon v ...

                                      November 01, 2019
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                                    • Healthy, Delicious Cooking with Summer’s Peaches, Plums

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                                      |Date: August 06, 2019
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                                      Healthy, Delicious Cooking with Summer’s Peaches, Plums

                                      Healthy, Delicious Cooking with Summer’s Peaches, Plums

                                      Sweet plums and peaches are great on their own, a good source of potassium and a sweet low-cal snack with ...

                                      Sweet plums and peaches are great on their own, a good source of potassium and a sweet low-cal snack with only 40 calories each. But you can also use them as the foundation of dishes perfect for summe ...

                                      August 06, 2019
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                                    • 4 Back to School Meals to Super Charge the Day

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                                      |Date: August 06, 2019
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                                      4 Back to School Meals to Super Charge the Day

                                      4 Back to School Meals to Super Charge the Day

                                      Whole Grain Breakfast Sandwich Great for a grab n’ go breakfast or at room temperature for lunch. 1 whole ...

                                      Whole Grain Breakfast Sandwich Great for a grab n’ go breakfast or at room temperature for lunch. 1 whole grain English muffin 1 – 2 eggs, scrambled, lightly salted and peppered 1 slice baked turkey b ...

                                      August 06, 2019
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                                    • #ValleyEats – Getting Zesty with Citrus Fruits

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                                      |Date: June 06, 2019
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                                      #ValleyEats – Getting Zesty with Citrus Fruits

                                      #ValleyEats – Getting Zesty with Citrus Fruits

                                      Want to be part of the movement to limit food waste of all kinds? Get the most from your citrus by using ...

                                      Want to be part of the movement to limit food waste of all kinds? Get the most from your citrus by using the zest too, the brightly colored top layer of peel. Tangy citrus zest is a natural antioxidan ...

                                      June 06, 2019
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                                    • #Valley Eats – Power Packed Breakfast: Scrambled Eggs with Slaw & Greek Yogurt with Blueberries

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                                      |Date: February 06, 2019
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                                      #Valley Eats – Power Packed Breakfast: Scrambled Eggs with Slaw & Greek Yogurt with Blueberries

                                      #Valley Eats – Power Packed Breakfast: Scrambled Eggs with Slaw & Greek Yogurt with Blueberries

                                      Get a serving of veggies, fiber and deliciousness at breakfast by adding a large handful of broccoli slaw ...

                                      Get a serving of veggies, fiber and deliciousness at breakfast by adding a large handful of broccoli slaw salad mix to your eggs. The slaw is inexpensive, eliminates prep time and available at most gr ...

                                      February 06, 2019
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