Have a bit of fun with your HMR Mushroom Risotto entrée by adding spinach, corn, edamame, tomato and avocado. Warning: All these nutritious vegetables in one dish may result in a smiley face! Read more…

Light and refreshing for warm days ahead…this shake variation is ideal for the triple imperative challenge or for weight loss phase. Read more…

Did someone say fiesta? Just in time for Cinco de Mayo, this quick and easy casserole uses the HMR Bean and Beef Enchilada Entree and is sure to please! Read more…

Basic cabbage slaw becomes an entrée with the protein boost from tuna, salmon, shrimp, shredded chicken, tempeh or tofu cubes… you name it! Just spoon your freshly (or convenience packaged) shredded veggie mixture into a crunchy lettuce “basket.” Dare to be creative. Fresh sugar snap peas, bean sprouts, shredded summer squash, shredded red or golden beets, and cucumber slices are great additions. Try citrus sections, pineapple chunks, shredded apples or chopped Asian pears for sweet-sour flavors. Your healthy table has a hip, new “go to” dish for salad or grilled left-overs. Read more…

We know kale is “good” for you. How good? What is it? What do we do with it? Kale is a cruciferous, cabbage family, vegetable and possibly the mega- star of its family. It provides cholesterol-lowering properties, detoxification support, anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits and risk lowering substances to protect us from multiple types of cancer cells. So… it’s “good” enough to choose 2 to 3 times a week! Read more…

Create your own bistro-style salad at home! This super nutritious dish uses the HMR Savory Chicken Entree, garbanzo beans, mandarin oranges and spinach. Enjoy! Read more…

Baked HMR Entrees and leafy greens…a perfect pairing! Read more…

Wherever Popeye is today, he’s probably got smooth skin, beautiful nails, and living free of arthritis, osteoporosis, cancer and diabetes because he ate so much spinach! Leafy greens, like spinach, are packed with vitamins, minerals, fiber, and phytochemicals. Plus, leafy greens are really delicious when baked with an HMR Entree!
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Saint Patrick’s Day does not require corned beef and cabbage for authentic celebration. This basic country soup is adapted from a cookbook from County Kerry Ireland. Usually, classic split pea soup includes ham hocks or bacon. For a smoky flavor and meaty texture I added tofu-based meat substitute. I find this thick, chewy and hearty soup to be “meaty” enough without animal protein. Either way… your healthy table is ready to serve an Irish treat with high protein, high fiber and garden fresh “green “flavor! Read more…

Fresh, tender, bright green asparagus is a perfect springtime “palette” for building a color wheel of vital nutrients. Asparagus is a valuable source of cognitive health boosting folate, and also contains the flavonoid rutin. Rutin is being examined as a remedial treatment for vascular problems, particularly varicose veins. Read more…

A delightfully sweet and creamy cinnamon coffee drink! What more could one want? Read more…

With 3.5 servings of vegetables in this recipe, you’ll be on your way to achieving your daily 5 servings! We think the Very Vegetable Risotto is indeed a very delightful way to enjoy your vegetable servings every day! Read more…

Bananas and chocolate – always a delicious combination! Read more…

Think of your favorite peanut butter and fresh strawberry jam sandwich. Now add a bit of scrumptious cocoa to make a luscious, creamy dessert. Yogurt is the recipe building block with probiotic digestive aid, calcium and protein. The PB2 with Chocolate adds protein and fiber along with the decadent flavor. Read more…

Immerse yourself in the flavors of traditional southwest cuisine with this recipe! Simply add oven roasted yams and sweet bell peppers to the HMR Turkey Chili Entrée, toss in a few spices and your taste buds will thank you! Read more…

This whole meal salad features quinoa (keen-wa), an ancient grain rich in fiber with a balance of all essential amino acids. When combined with “super star” tart cherries, this dish is a perfect choice for brown-bag lunches. Read more…

Serve chocolate to your sweethearts in a most unexpected way this year! Start your meal with dark, tender greens, ruby red strawberries and pomegranate seeds with creamy white cheese in a classic special occasion salad. Add an earthy, rich chocolate-chili dressing to create a Valentine’s Day special surprise! Read more…

Your HMR Vanilla Shake is the building block of this high protein, high fiber, fruit and vegetable shake.

I usually prefer to chew my calories, but there are days when an expedient super-shake is the best nutritional choice for my time crunch. The simple ingredients are always on hand. I slice bananas and freeze loose slices in a bag until it’s time to blend a shake. I always have frozen pineapple (or peaches, berries, mango, etc.) in supply. Bags of cleaned spinach (or kale, chard) are in my refrigerator. I simply toss in ground flax seed for omega 3’s and fiber (or substitute/add whole grain oats) and my super shake becomes my healthy table out-the-door. Want a real anti-oxidant boost? Use cooled green tea instead of water! Read more…

Let’s face it. Valentine’s Day is a chocolate smorgasbord! There is something very alluring, almost mysterious, about very, very dark and creamy chocolate. Whereas tiny bites of dark chocolate bars or chips are good sources of anti-oxidants, the tiny part is a challenge sometimes not worth the risks! Read more…

Kick off your gridiron madness with this Super Bowl Gumbo! Made with the HMR Chicken Creole Entrée, okra, black beans and more…this winning recipe scores so big in flavor, everyone will huddle around when it’s served. Read more…

The roasted, toasted flavors of this chili are perfect for game day enjoyment. Take your time and enjoy the earthy flavors slowly. You can top this chili with fat-free feta cheese and sliced scallions. Spoon the chili over crusty baked potatoes or scoop the chili out of the bowl with celery stalks. Any choice provides a dish high in soluble and insoluble fibers, antioxidants and potassium with very little effort! Save your energy for armchair coaching. Your team needs you . Read more…

Filled with antioxidant power and loaded with flavor, blackberries are just bite-sized goodness! Plus, frozen blackberries make for a fantastic addition to your HMR Vanilla Shake mix. And, did we mention cheesecake? Read more…

How are you handling your New Year resolution to boost F and V’s? Chilly days and a post-holiday desire for ease make it hard to chop salads and stir-fries daily. How about a nearly instant chili-stew meal in a bowl? This “bowlicious” cold weather meal goes from microwave to your healthy table in five easy minutes. Once again, your HMR entree plus veggies is the solution to keep playoff game days restful and stress free, unless your team is getting stomped! Read more…

Start your New Year with a commitment to streamline your dinner choices with HMR Entrees and vegetables. Just add spinach, Italian-style vegetables, diced tomatoes, and herbs to the HMR Five-Bean Entree… and presto! … healthy dining in the new year made easy! Read more…

This refreshing shake will help you decide what to do with extra ripened bananas that used to become bread or muffins! Slice the bananas and freeze loose slices in a bag until you are ready to blend your shake. The frozen bananas slices can replace ice cubes, or you can still add ice for a lighter flavor. Need a replacement for ice cream? Just cut the water in half and prepare the recipe in a food processor. Read more…

Southern tradition requires black-eye peas on New Year’s Day as the harbinger of prosperity and good fortune in the 364 days to come. Why not include the start of your successful resolution for a healthy year of multi-colored (red, green, purple) vegetable dishes, seasoned with health-friendly herbs (circumin) that provide high fiber and excellent environmental control? This dish stands alone as an appetizer or serves as a “topping” for fresh spinach salad or steamed, chopped collard greens, chard or kale. Try some variations using other small cooked beans for any occasion other than New Year’s Day. A healthy table is so easy … any day of the year. Read more…

It’s a cold winter evening. You’re enjoying the company of friends and family. The appetizers appear and your veggie option is cold, raw crudité and dip. Do you feel that you just need something warm and toasty instead of cold and crunchy? Here is an easy version of warm comfort food to pick up and pop in your mouth! Easy to prepare ahead and reheat, don’t leave home without these tangy tiny spuds and “baby” carrots. Your healthy table can travel with you to any gathering. Share the warmth. Read more…

The HMR Multigrain Cereal is rich in oats, a grain recognized by the Food and Drug Administration for lowering cholesterol, including the “bad” LDL type, thus reducing the risk of heart disease! We improved the rainbow nutrition benefits by adding anti-oxidant rich, fiber-rich winter squash. Canned pumpkin squash puree is the easiest squash ingredient to use. Read more…

Truffles? Yes, please! Celebrate the holiday season low-cal style with these decadent delights made with the HMR BeneFit Bars! Read more…

Pot luck events are such an easy way to share celebrations at work, in your home or in friendly meeting places. This spicy cabbage slaw takes on interesting Asian flavors, courtesy of our favorite PB2 powdered peanut butter and a bit of chili “heat”. The “heat” is from Sriracha chili sauce, a vinegary chili and garlic paste, available in all Asian grocery stores and most well-stocked super markets. You can substitute with other hot chili sauces, but the flavor may not have the same tartness. Read more…

Yum. With a flawless mix and mingle of holiday flavors, this cup of cheer is sure to have you feeling that jingle bell rock! Oh yes, it’s definitely time to take a break from all that hustle and bustle and enjoy a stroll down candy-cane lane with the Peppermint Mocha Latte. Read more…

Jack frost nipping at your nose? Cozy up with a Gingerbread Latte and melt that winter chill away in no time! With this warm mug of holiday goodness, we say…bring on the snow days! Read more…

Another low-calorie version of a seasonal favorite! Simply combine all ingredients in a mixer and get ready to enjoy a healthy holiday elixer! Read more…

A simple stir-fry, sans soy sauce, is a healthy solution for your next pot-luck event. Served room temperature or warm, grains, beans and fresh vegetables can keep your appetite under your careful management throughout the holidays… at home or in social gatherings. Read more…

You, your family and friends deserve sweet treats made from fresh fruits and hearty whole grain. Keep your kitchen free of environmental calorie traps like cookies, cakes and buttery pastries. This apple and cranberry dessert is so nutritionally rich that you can enjoy it for your holiday breakfast or dessert. You can substitute canned, jarred or frozen peaches, pears or berries. Your healthy table is the perfect gift to share on any holiday!
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