December 22, 2021 Issue, Page 28 of 30

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PG18 HOMETOWN TIDINGS Say Yes to Yogurt with a Better-for-You Snack FAMILY FEATURES C hanging daily habits, like what you eat, can enhance your overall wellness. However, it doesn’t have to mean forgoing favorite flavors or skipping out on delicious snacks. Treating yourself in health-conscious ways is an important tactic to keep your health goals on track. In fact, healthy eating isn’t about restricting yourself; good nutrition simply starts with a balanced plate. By incorporating nutrient-rich options like milk and dairy foods, fruits, vegetables, whole grains and lean proteins, you can establish an eating pattern that supports wellness and an overall healthy lifestyle. This Chocolate and Strawberry Greek Yogurt Bark offers a sweet snack that curbs cravings without ditching your daily commitment to a balanced diet. With 1/4 cup of plain non-fat Greek yogurt per serving, you’re making a responsible decision at snack time because, when it comes to good nutrition, dairy is an irreplaceable source of essential nutrients. Dairy foods provide nutrients that people need to grow and maintain stronger bodies and minds. While Americans consume about two dairy servings per day on average, adding just one more serving can help fill dairy and nutrient gaps. Scan to Watch the Recipe Video Add more dairy to your diet with this easy-to-make snack and find more better-for-you recipes at MilkMeansMore.org. Chocolate and Strawberry Greek Yogurt Bark 1/2 cup strawberries Recipe courtesy of Jenn Fillenworth, MS, RDN, of “Jenny With 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips the Good Eats” on behalf of Milk Means More In medium bowl, combine Greek yogurt, honey and vanilla. Prep time: 5 minutes On parchment-lined baking sheet, spread Greek yogurt mixture to 1/4-inch thickness. Drop spoonfuls of melted chocolate onto Servings: 12 yogurt and use toothpick to drag in circles. Press strawberries and 3 cups plain non-fat Greek yogurt chocolate chips into yogurt. Freeze at least 3 hours. 1/3 cup honey, plus additional for drizzling, Remove from freezer and break into pieces. divided (optional) Nutritional information per serving: 140 calories; 18 g carbo- 1 teaspoon vanilla hydrates; 6 g protein; 6 g total fat; 3 g saturated fat; 0 g trans fat; 1/4 cup melted dark chocolate 20 mg sodium; 8% calcium. Merry Christmas to you! We hope your Christmas is full of love and laughter Haines Wrecker Service Licensed and Insured