I love Super Bowl Sunday for two reasons – commercials and FOOD! At my house we don’t cook a traditional dinner. Instead we (I) make a bunch of fun finger foods and the family picks at those all day. It’s the perfect time to relax, have fun and enjoy the game. Here’s a collection of [...]

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While the New York Giants and the New England Patriots are working hard to win the Lombardi Trophy, enthusiastic viewers will be working hard to tackle the Super Bowl buffet. However, unlike the players who are acutely aware of their performance, most of the 100 million Americans who tune in for the game will be [...]

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With the beginning of 2012 upon us, it is the perfect opportunity to start a new routine, improve your health or save up for that trip you’ve wanted to go on! This is the ideal time for self-improvement and motivation. All resolutions are set with great intent but can be difficult to stay on track [...]

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One of my New Year’s Resolutions this year is to continuously try fun new flavor combinations. I’ve found myself in a food rut these past few months and it’s time to jazz things up starting with my New Year’s Eve party spread! This year I’m serving a bunch of finger foods. Of course I’m planning [...]

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Do you dream of white, sandy beaches and hot, sunny days this time of year? Do you secretly wish Frosty the Snowman would just melt already? Is drinking hot cocoa and cozying up by the fireplace giving you the winter blues? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you might just need to [...]

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Holiday parties are an ideal excuse to invite over friends, get dressed up and eat yummy food. I love to play host because it gives me a chance to show off my culinary skills and provide healthy options, while experimenting with recipes. Last year, my honey baked ham was a hit, but my homemade biscuits [...]

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Whether you’re a last-minute scrambler or you’ve been shopping for gifts since July, December is holiday crunch time.  As deadlines are looming, here are some tips to keep calm and carry on throughout the holiday season: Make a list… or six They’re not just for Santa anymore.  Write down presents as you buy them, make [...]

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When the temperature starts to drop this winter, resist the urge to stay indoors. Winter is the best season for families to enjoy fitness together. Downhill skiing is a winter tradition for many families. In fact, it’s often a vacation centered around a sport! Kids and adults equally enjoy the activity and I have even [...]

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Even though Black Friday was a few weeks ago, let’s be honest – your holiday shopping is not finished yet. If you’re like me, you’ve barely begun. But once I begin shopping, I typically don’t stop until my checklist is complete (this typically takes place in one day)! Since my list of recipients expands each [...]

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Prepping for appetizers around the holidays can be stressful and overwhelming, especially if you want to whip up a delicious dish in 10-15 minutes!  That’s why… we’re featuring two amazing recipes, using The Laughing Cow Light Creamy Swiss Wedges and a few additional ingredients that will be feeding your friends and family in no time! [...]

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Thanksgiving is right around the corner and deciding what to make can be difficult.  That’s why we want to share four easy appetizer and side dish recipes you can whip up in minutes!  Your family and friends will be sure to remember this cheesy Thanksgiving Day celebration… and all you need is a few simple [...]

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Every year I serve the same things on Thanksgiving. Turkey? Check. Mashed potatoes? Check. Stuffing? Check. Cranberry sauce? Check. Corn? Check! I love the classics, but I also like to get creative in the kitchen. Unfortunately, my family does not share this culinary interest. I can’t mess with the potatoes and stuffing or the husband [...]

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Americans on average eat between 3,000 and 5,000 calories according to most estimates on Thanksgiving Day.  Some experts even suggest upper limits reaching as high as 7,000 calories!  For many, this is more than double the suggested number of calories consumed per day. Without exercise, a 150-lb female requires between 1,400-2,000 calories per day, leaving [...]

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It’s almost Halloween! You know what that means…CANDY! In a few days the kids will get inundated with tons of it on Halloween night which always ends up lingering around the house for weeks, months, even years! If you dig in my pantry you’ll find remnants of Halloweens past in the forms of lollipops, Reese’s [...]

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While Halloween is only one day a year, Halloween treats last much longer. Stores start stocking candy weeks in advance and the goodies usually linger long after the spider webs are taken down.  Here are some tips to celebrate the season with a little more nutrition health than horror: Procrastinate! If you celebrate, wait until [...]

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When St. Patrick’s Day approaches I have this urge to eat green food. I realize this makes no sense. I probably should be craving corn beef and cabbage or Irish soda bread but there is just something so festive about making things GREEN! Like a fun yogurt or my favorite, Green Eggs and Ham! This [...]

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I’m not sure when it happened but we are SMACK dab in the middle of holiday season. Which, for me at least, means in addition to all the holiday goodies floating about I will be battling the munchies while traveling to visit friends and family. The only thing that helps me prevent the fast food [...]

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Enjoy this special version of apple pie and your waistline will thank you! The Apple Pie á la TLC will be a welcome treat this holiday Directions: Spread each graham cracker square equally with cheese. Top each cracker with 2 apple slices and sprinkle with ground cinnamon and brown sugar. Ingredients (makes one serving): 2 [...]

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Prepping for Thanksgiving?  Making lots of yummy yams, delicious turkey, creamy gravy and crusty pumpkin pie?!  YUM!  You’ll certainly need a few tasty snacks and appetizers for your friends and family when they arrive.  No worries, we’ve got you covered.  Check out these cheesy delights and remember to give thanks Nacho-rific Stuffed Chicken Crazy-Creamy Crab-Stuffed [...]

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Please tell us about yourself in 3 sentences: As a New Orleans-based Sports Dietitian at Ochsner’s Elmwood Fitness Center, I’m also a nutrition columnist for The Times-Picayune newspaper and the nutrition and fitness expert for ABC26 News, with a weekly segment, Get the Skinny with Molly.   My specialty is showing people how to easily fit [...]

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We know our friends are excitedly preparing for Labor Day Festivities … pool parties, BBQ’s, beach weekends, etc. – so we wanted to share some special recipes to help make your menu planning a breeze!  We hope you’ll share your favorite Labor Day recipes with The Laughing Cow Community on Facebook and Twitter. Mini Babyel [...]

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