In a world full of potato chips and health food fads, it can be hard to find convenient snacks that are also good for us. Whether you need more than coffee to get you through your mid-afternoon slump or looking for and after school snack for you picky eater, these quick, no-fuss recipes are sure to satisfy.
Tag: FoodFit Cookbook

New FoodFit sessions
Our Spring FoodFit session is just winding down, and we’ve had so much fun we’re already planning another for this summer! Over the last 10 weeks, our FoodFit participants have learned to cook over 30 new recipes like Cowboy Caviar, Maple Muddles, and Oatmeal Date Cookies.

Best Ever Cowboy Caviar
Ingredients: 2 15-oz cans, black beans, rinsed and drained 2 cans pinto beans, rinsed and drained 2 15-oz cans of white corn, rinsed and drained 1 4-oz can chopped green chilies, undrained 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped (optional) 1 red bell pepper, cored, seeded, and finely chopped

Tomato Bruschetta
Ingredients: 4-5 Fresh tomatoes, diced 2-3 Cloves finely chopped garlic 10 Fresh basil leaves, shredded Small handful of chopped fresh parsley 1-2 Tablespoons olive oil Salt and pepper to taste Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Learning to cook more healthfully
The next two sessions of Food Fit are scheduled to begin on Monday, February 18. Both a mid-day and an evening option are available. Food Fit Bennington is a 10-week food, nutrition, cooking and exercise program that encourages eating a healthier diet and increasing physical activity in a non-judgmental group setting. Â Students come together for […]