Lunch Box Power Pasta Salad

This thick, creamy dressing has a garlicky kick that becomes deliciously muted if served the next day in a lunch box. Substitute garlic powder if fresh garlic is undesired. Add additional vegetables of choice, diced small, to make the dish more colorful. Recipe by New England Dairy.

Roasted asparagus with lemons

Oven Roasted Asparagus

Asparagus is a spring vegetable that can be cooked in many ways! Roasting brings out the vegetable’s sweetness.

Top-down view of meatloaf in a baking dish with a ketchup drizzle and garnish

Beef and Lentil Meatloaf

Adding lentils instead of breadcrumbs to meatloaf holds it together and makes one pound of meat stretch a little further. Lentils add fiber, potassium, and iron, too!

a bowl of orange colored macaroni and cheese made with elbow pasta

Pumpkin Mac and Cheese

This homemade macaroni and cheese uses a can of pumpkin to give it a boost of fiber and a slightly earthy flavor. A seasonal treat rich in Vitamin A and fiber, it’s perfect for potlucks or a cozy night in.

Apple vinaigrette dressing in a small glass pitcher

Apple Vinaigrette Dressing

Homemade dressings allow you to create tasty but healthier versions of store bought versions. This dressing has tangy and savory flavors that will compliment any salad.