Tasty bell peppers steamed to perfection. We are crazy for this delicious, easy to make Stromboli recipe that kids (and adults, too!) are raving about. It’s a super simple dinner and a great way to get good nutrition to boost the immune system. If there are leftovers, pack it for a school lunch [...]
This authentic minestrone soup is made straight from the heart of southern Italy. It’s super delicious and nutritious by packing a serious protein punch. It’s also an excellent source of fiber, vitamins A and C and the mineral iron. The consistency is more like a stew, than a soup, so one bowl will fill you [...]
Eggplant is fun to cook + eat! Eggplant Parmesan Recipe: This recipe “stacks up” better than the traditional eggplant parm you’ll find on the menu at your favorite Italian restaurant. With eggplant abundant in our garden, we wanted to lighten up the old-school version, which can be very heavy and high in calories. [...]
Making fresh pasta with family and friends is one of those kitchen memories you won’t ever forget! In fact, Stacey spent an afternoon in the kitchen with her dad and sisters making fresh ravioli, and alas, another HealthBarn recipe was born! Our Handmade Cheesey Ravioli is the perfect hands-on recipe to get the whole family [...]
Lentils = Good Nutrition Lentil soup is the ultimate comfort food during the chilly winter season. This heart-healthy and delicious soup, from the creator of Mike’s Sicilian Stew, boasts vitamin A, iron, protein and fiber. One bowl will warm you up and keep you healthy on the inside, no matter how cold it [...]
Cheesy Lasagna Rolls This recipe is a really fun twist (literally!) on traditional lasagna. We add silken tofu to this three-cheese pasta dish to boost the protein and calcium. At HealthBarn, we’ve discovered that the kids really have fun with this recipe as a group activity. Get ready to dig into this muscle and bone-boosting [...]