Braces Friendly Food: Taco Lasagna

Braces Friendly Food: Taco Lasagna

Ingredients: 1-pound lean ground beef 1 packet taco seasoning 1/4 cup water 1 can Ro*Tel diced tomatoes with chiles drained 1 can Nacho Cheese Soup 1/4 cup sour cream 1 cup grated cheddar 12 8-inch soft tortillas Guacamole, cilantro, sour cream for topping, as desired...

Zucchini Bread Recipe – Braces Friendly

Spring is here, and if you are a gardener, or you know someone who is, chances are you will have more zucchini than you know what to do with soon. So, of course, we wanted to share a great braces-friendly recipe for this delicious treat! Ingredients: 3 1/4 cups...

Time For Seasonal Allergies

It is allergy season again, and as we have all seen in the last year a cough or sneeze now comes with a new list of concerns. We thought we would give everyone a reminder of the difference between the symptoms of allergies and Covid-19. Spring allergies affect...

Stress Awareness Day

Stress is no joking matter, and we are pretty sure that most of us are experiencing more than usual right now.  Here are some tips for reducing your stress in 5 minutes or less: Deep Breathing:  Sit up straight and close your eyes. Slowly inhale through your nose and...

Grown-Up Grilled Cheese Recipe

Did you know grilled cheese is braces friendly?  so …. make a grilled cheese sandwich!  But jazz it up with this Grown-Up Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe: Ingredients for Caramelized Onions: 2 teaspoons vegetable oil 1 large onion, thinly sliced 1 teaspoon salt 1/8...

One-Pot Taco Spaghetti

Can’t decide between tacos and spaghetti for dinner? Why not have both! Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 lb. extra-lean ground beef 1 carton (32 oz) beef broth 1 can (14.5 oz) fire roasted crushed tomatoes 1 can (4.5 oz) chopped green chiles ½ cup water 1...