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Amazing Asparagus with Christine

Asparagus is good for you in many ways. It has tons of vitamins and antioxidants, like Vitamin A, C, E and K, fiber, and folate.  It also contains glutathione, which attacks carcinogens and free radicals. Hello, cancer fighter! Hey you,…

Slow Roasted Citrus Pork Tacos

Entry number two in our Tex-Mex Crockpot recipes, try this citrus-flavored slow roasted pork, which is both savory and sweet and simply delicious. Just a few steps, a few ingredients, throw it all in the pot and let it cook…

Crockpot Series: Texas Queso x 2

  You asked for it, you've got it! This month kicks off our crockpot series, and our theme is TexMex (our faves, just a little biased there).  Every week, we'll give you a crockpot recipe, starting with an easy one…

Cool California Chili

Although we are from Texas, where chili is an art form, we have modified our favorite chili recipe to lighten it up and make it healthier. Note: real Texas chili has no beans.  Our Cool California Chili is made vegetarian-style…

Spinaci e Fagioli

This is an adaption of a family recipe, one that is a favorite of my Uncle Pat.  It's easy, inexpensive to make and guess what, super good for you! Beans are an outstanding protein, and whatever greens you use are…

Butternut Squash Curried Corn Chowder

We're huge fans of hearty, healthy Butternut Squash.  It's a popular item in our organic produce delivery each week, so here's a different spin on a soup. Remember that this squash is chock full of disease-fighting beta carotene, phytonutrients, vitamins,…

Things We Love – Salsa

    Oh Yesssss..... You probably already know we are Texans here at MNU.  As such, it is our duty to share with you the best salsa in the land, in our very practiced and researched opinion.    First, a…

Christine’s Whole Grain Classics

Our Food Editor Christine is sharing with us her favorite grains. Because she's awesome like that.     My friend Annie and I had lunch this week to catch up and hash out life’s big issues over salad. It has…

Something Delish: Rhubarb!

    We like to turn you on to things you might not have considered previously. Our Food Editor Christine is back with a delicious alternative to the same-old breakfast, rhubarb!   :lol:   You know those early Spring days…