GRASS FED VS ORGANIC BEEF

What are the differences between grass fed beef and organic beef? There are a lot of overlapping similarities between organic and grass fed beef because both methods are focused on a healthier, better-for-you beef product. However, not all cattle that is raised on pasture is USDA Certified Organic, and in turn not all organic cattle…

MR. DELL’S ORIGINAL POTATO CASSEROLE

We frequently get requests for Mr. Dell’s Potato Casserole recipe.  Great for breakfast, brunch or dinner….it feeds a crowd and everyone will come back for more.  While the recipe does include some rich ingredients, Mr Dell’s uses only grade A potatoes with no additives or preservatives in any and all of their products!  No oils.  No…

MEAL PLANNING MADE SIMPLE

Meal Planning can be overwhelming, but with a little preplanning, it can be a quick process that will save you time, save you money, and allow you to eat more nutritiously. The most difficult part is getting started and making meal planning a habit. Jennifer Lintz, RD, LD, Hormel, highlights the benefits of meal planning…

MEAL SOLUTIONS USING PREPARED ENTREES

You’re busy.  You’ve worked all day, gotten the kids to soccer practice and back, you’re finally home.  And now, what to cook for dinner.  Sound familiar?  We all want to give our families tasty and nutritious meals but sometimes that is hard during the weekdays.   There are ways to cheat.  Keep veggies stocked and prepped…

FISH FRIDAYS

Lent began Wednesday, February 14, 2018, starting the 40-day period leading up to Easter that many Catholics observe. Eating fish on Fridays is a long-standing Lenten tradition, but a day without meat doesn’t have to be a fast – you can make it a feast with simple family dinners, easy lunches and dishes worthy of…

MEALS BY MATT

Meet Matt McDonald! Matt is Harding’s Bakery and Deli Supervisor.  Originally from Plainwell, Michigan, he now resides in Kalamazoo with his wife and two children.  Matt loves cooking for his family and experimenting with recipes.  Though he considers himself more of a Foodie than a Chef, he has come up with some great recipes that he…