LiveWell JOCO Blog

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Pumpkin Maple Pancakes

Tis the season…for pumpkin! Serve up a delicious and healthy breakfast with this recipe for Pumpkin Maple Pancakes. Using healthy whole wheat flour and flax meal you create a great start to the day. Serve with fresh fruit as a…... read more

Chicken Taco Soup

Gearing up for cooler weather? This recipe for Chicken Taco Soup is a perfect fit to warm you up! Full of flavor, convenient and healthy; this soup will become a favorite for your family and friends.   Chicken Taco Soup…...

Chicken Stir Fry With Rice

Here’s a simple way to enjoy a delicious Chicken Stir Fry with Rice in no time! The recipe uses pre-cooked, pre-chopped ingredients that come together in a one skillet meal. Using brown rice increases the B vitamins and fiber, the…...

Stuffed Butternut Squash

Just in time for autumn...a delicious side using butternut squash. To add a good source of fiber, vitamin C, magnesium and potassium, include butternut squash in your diet. Butternut squash can be used in a variety of ways, from oven-roasted…...

Chunky Granola with Dried Fruit and Nuts

Are you looking for a way to make breakfast easier on busy mornings? Try this delicious make-ahead granola that tastes great as a breakfast cereal with milk, as a topping for yogurt parfaits or as a grab and go breakfast…...

Chicken and Vegetables in Poblano Pepper Sauce

Do you love Chicken Enchiladas? Chicken and Vegetables in Poblano Pepper Sauce is a one skillet meal …delicious chicken enchilada flavor, without all the extra fat and calories! Using fresh herbs, roasted peppers and a perfect blend of vegetables this…... read more

Stuffed Zucchini

Stuffed Zucchini Boats, a 5 ingredient recipe, which is sure to please everyone in your home. With zucchini in its prime season, try this delicious side dish that is easy on the budget and a great way to mix in…...

Homestyle Chicken Nuggets

Looking for a homemade option for the forever favorite Chicken Nugget? Try this recipe for Homestyle Chicken Nuggets, a simple, healthier version that you can feel good about serving to even the youngest at the table. Delicious served as a…...

Chicken in Chipotle and Mango Sauce

Chicken in Chipotle and Mango Sauce is a healthy and flavorful dish you can cook up in minutes. Mangoes are low in fat and a great source of vitamin A and C. And did you know, mangoes are the most…...

Strawberry Jalapeño Salsa

Strawberry Jalapeño Salsa is a fun twist on traditional salsa. With only five ingredients you can make this in a hurry. This salsa is a delicious source of Vitamin C, antioxidants and fiber with few calories! The combination of strawberries,…...

Chopped Salad Pizza

Here’s a fun, tasty idea! Combine two favorites into one delicious dish…Chopped Salad Pizza! Make everyone in the house happy, and dare we say healthier, by topping your pizza with a chopped salad combination seasoned with Italian dressing. This is…... read more

Black Bean Jicama Salad

Ready for a fresh take on salad for spring? This recipe for Black Bean Jicama Salad is just the thing! Deliciously seasoned with a fresh dressing made with lime, cumin and salsa, this recipe is also power packed with great nutrition.…...

Dark Chocolate Nut Clusters

For those times when you need a little chocolate fix try this recipe for Dark Chocolate Nut Clusters! The three simple ingredients in this recipe for Dark Chocolate Nut Clusters provide some health benefits…research tells us that dark chocolate provides anti-oxidants,…...

Instant Pot Chipotle Lentil Soup

It’s still cold outside, and soup is on the menu! This is a quick to fix recipe using an Instant Pot (electric pressure cooker) that includes lentils; a healthy addition to any meal. Don’t fret if you don’t have an…...

Sweet and Smoky Popcorn with Almonds

What could be better than combining two favorite snacks and two favorite flavors into one delicious healthy snack? This recipe for Sweet and Smoky Popcorn with Almonds does just that! Combining popcorn, which is a whole grain, and almonds which…...