LiveWell Cooking Demos

When a loved one is going through a difficult time, like a long-term illness or cancer treatment, or a major life-change, like the birth of a new baby, many of us want to offer our support and help. Providing a meal for that person or their family is often at …

When you set down a bowl of this beet hummus on the table, its bold pink hue make it impossible to ignore. Not only will the flavor “wow” people, its striking color will undoubtedly spark comment. So why not use it as a conversation-starter about what the color pink has …

It officially fall, and it’s finally starting to feel like it. There’s a chill in the air, and it’s the time of year when a bowl of warm, comforting chili sounds like the perfect meal after a football game or soccer practice, coming back from the cider mill, or at …

Having friends over for a football game this weekend? Crunchy “tots” are fun snack for everyone, especially when paired with a sweet, tangy dipping sauce. You may be envisioning the classic potato tots from the freezer bag and some ketchup. But why not impress your guests with this more sophisticated …

Is pasta one of your comfort foods? For a lot of people, few things satisfy quite like a bowl of noodles, whether they’re dressed in a rich marinara or tossed in a spicy Asian sauce. But if you are trying to cut down on carbs and calories, or have a …

As gluten-free, low-carb and Paleo diets have become more common in the last few years, many people are looking for alternatives to their favorite dishes that don’t involve wheat flour. And high on that list for many people is delicious pizza! This method of making pizza crust out of cauliflower …

Summer is winding down, and by now, you may be a little tired of the same-old meals you’ve been grilling up all summer. (Not burgers, again?) Or maybe you’re just looking for some healthier options and grilling ideas to impress friends and family this holiday weekend. This grilled pork medallions …

School will be back in session before we know it. For many parents, that comes with the challenge of packing healthy lunches your kids will actually eat. Say goodbye to boring PB & J sandwiches or pre-packaged sodium-packed lunch kits. A little creativity and some fun packaging make this bento-style …

Sneaking veggies into tasty sweet treats? Zucchini bread is a classic example of this time-honored nutritional trick. It’s an easy quick-bread to put together, without the need for any fancy appliances or advanced baking skills. It’s also a great way to use up these popular squash when they are at …

This is the time of year when local gardeners start to leave zucchini on their neighbors’ doorsteps because they don’t know quite how to use it all. When these plentiful summer squash are ready for harvest and start populating the produce section and the farmers markets, everyone seems to look …