Panko Oven-Fried Cod

Panko Oven-Fried Cod

Hi! So...who has an eater of "particular tastes" in the family? *Raises hand. I don't want to use the word, "picky" because it seems kind of harsh, and I don't mean to "pick" on those who like what they like and avoid the stuff they don't. That seems fair. It even...

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Fear Mongering and Motherhood

Fear Mongering and Motherhood

Hello all and Happy May. I'm finding it hard to believe the year is nearly half over. It is a busy month with a bunch of birthdays in this family, oh and of course, Mother's Day. Being a first-time mother has been one of the sweetest, hardest, most rewarding, most...

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Sufferin’ Succotash!

Sufferin’ Succotash!

Hello! So despite the crazy, indecisive weather we've been having, our garden is putting out. We did it right this year by getting our tomatoes planted a little on the early side before the brutal summer heat fries them up into dust. I guess that's the secret here in...

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Chicken-Spinach Pasta

Chicken-Spinach Pasta

Guys. I have a 21 month year old, and I have to admit the terrible two's have already shown their ugly head. The little man is asleep right now, passed out after a tantrum...so I'm using this time to vent, and do one of my favorite things, share healthy recipes. On...

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Seafood: Wild-Caught vs. Farm Raised?

Seafood: Wild-Caught vs. Farm Raised?

Are you ever tired of making choices? Don't get me wrong, I'm glad we have the freedom and the opportunity to make so many choices. The alternative would be horrible. But, when it comes to our food supply, there are so many, many things to consider and choose from. We...

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Shrimp Creole

Shrimp Creole

Hello! Man we've been croupy over here, how are ya'll holding up?  The pollen recently dropped everywhere, then we had a conveniently timed cold front that stirred it all up. I was sick, now my poor little guy has a cold. Not the best way to start off this beautiful...

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How Safe is Your Kitchen?

How Safe is Your Kitchen?

 Hello! The bluebonnets are blooming, the garden is growing, and the itch to spring clean is here. I find it odd that I would ever have an "itch" to clean, but I do. It would be so satisfying to chill in a de-cluttered house, with maybe an inch or two of clean floors...

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Beef & Barley Soup

Beef & Barley Soup

Howdy! Who's ready for spring? To be honest, I'm going to kind of miss the cold weather. Don't get me wrong, I love frolicking in the bluebonnets and getting all those beautiful vegetables planted in the garden, but I also love cuddling up next to a fire and slurping...

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The World’s Easiest Lime Chicken Tacos

The World’s Easiest Lime Chicken Tacos

Happy Heart Month! Aside from searching for the perfect Valentine goodies for your sweetie and doodling hearts everywhere, February is a great month to evaluate how things are going with your health, especially your heart. Are we headed towards our health resolutions...

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Super Bowl Dips!

Want to enjoy game-day favorite dips in a healthier way? Make it yourself and avoid the added preservatives!

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Hi! I’m Elissa.

Food4Success

Food4Success

Welcome! I am a registered dietitian, mother of 2 littles, and messy cook who loves spreading credible nutrition knowledge and tasty, nutritious recipes. With our busy lifestyles now a days, I am ALL about simplicity without sacrificing taste or nutrition. My hope is to empower clients, individuals, and families with the nutritional knowledge that allow them to live life to the fullest, and enjoy their food too!

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