I have been making this dish for years, and it is so simple, it’s almost embarrassing! What can I say? It’s hearty, lean, and satisfying. What I love best is the whole family loves it and the leftovers are easily repurposed. You can find this...

We have a term in our house called YOYO. In a nutshell, it means “You’re on your own.” For us, it refers to mealtime. It could be used at breakfast, lunch or dinner. And since I have older kids, it’s frequently used for snack time. [caption...

I am always looking for ways to get kids into the kitchen. You know how important I think that is, not only for self-esteem but for skill building, as well. Not to mention, preparing your child to be an adult. How many of you lack the confidence or...

Are you a busy parent that wants to make healthful meal planning a family affair?  You need the Keep The Beat Recipes:  Deliciously Healthy Family Meals cookbook. The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) partnered with the National...

This Dinner Bar features a quick stress-free meal that's easy on mom and dad and fun for the whole family.  We've been doing the Dinner Bar for awhile now, and I have to admit, I tend to pull it out on evenings when my hubby is traveling or working...

Who doesn’t like pizza?! Maybe you don't, but for many Americans, pizza is as coveted as apple pie. In this Dinner Bar, you will find that pizza is a vehicle for health and nutrition. Loaded with veggies and light on fat, this Dinner Bar is...

Fish Tacos; Sweet n’ Sour Slaw; Mango With the sweltering heat, these tilapia tacos are a satisfying, yet light, addition to your family’s summer supper repertoire.   They are also a great opportunity to introduce lots of colorful fruit and veggie...

Introducing... The      Dinner      Bar No, this is not a new restaurant, or a drinking establishment, or a meal replacement bar. This is a new, monthly feature on Just The Right Byte! Each month, Just The Right Byte will feature...