BY SIERRA ROSALES As we transition from winter to spring and beyond, it’s always ideal to consider which vegetables and fruits are in season. Produce in season is easier to find, more economical and it can be a great way to introduce different foods or different dishes into your normal ...
BY SIERRA ROSALES From Easter to Mardi Gras to National Pancake Day to Dr. Suess’ birthday, March brings an event for everyone to celebrate with food. And between these huge feasts of gumbo or green eggs and ham, there are still a lot of meals that can help balance your diet and your ...
BY CAMI HAUGHT February brings Valentine’s Day and American Heart Month. In that vein of love and well-being, Monongalia County Health Department’s WIC’s theme for the month is “Keeping Your Child Healthy,” focusing on different beneficial practices. First, make sure to attend ...
A crowd-pleasing dish full of vitamins, minerals By Natalie MeriwetherMCHD WIC It’s finally December, and like everyone else, the WIC Kitchen staffers are gearing up for the upcoming holidays. Regardless of what you celebrate, or if you celebrate, there’s always a reason to have ...
WIC kitchen cooks up a holiday favorite By Natalie MeriwetherMCHD WIC Now that Halloween has come and gone, we are really getting into the spirit of the holiday season. If you’re anything like us here at Monongalia County Health Department’s WIC program, then you’re almost as ...
Try quinoa stuffed acorn squash for a cozy autumn comfort recipe By Natalie MeriwetherMCHD WIC It’s officially the heart of the fall, and we know everyone is excited for pumpkin patches and Halloween. Here in the WIC Kitchen, the most exciting part of the season is new comfort ...