Apple Banana Salad with Peanuts

This recipe comes from ChooseMyPlate.gov.  MyPlate is the current nutrition guide published by the U.S. Department of Agriculture which was introduced by Michelle Obama on June 2, 2011.  It depicts a place setting with a plate and glass divided into five food groups and replaces the MyPyramid guide. The USDA’s first dietary guidelines were published in 1894 by … Continue reading

Apple Salad Two Ways

In the North, Fall is the perfect time to serve this refreshing salad;  Michigan has so many apples to choose from.  The sweetness of the apples and cranberries and the crunch of the nuts and celery go together so well.  Even if you do not live in “apple country” just use your favorite eating apple.  … Continue reading