Category Archives: Dairy

Say Cheese…..Its National Cheesecake Day!

Posted on July 29, 2013 by Fill Your Plate

National Cheesecake Day, which is unofficially celebrated on July 30, is only days away and if you haven’t already made plans to celebrate this creamy, delicious dessert, there is still time.  Whether you love your cheesecake old school style or … Continue reading →

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Sweet Treats to Beat the Heat!

Posted on July 22, 2013 by Fill Your Plate

There is no better way to beat this incredible July heat wave than with a cone or a bowl of everyone’s favorite super cool treat – ice cream.   It doesn’t matter what flavor you pick, there is just something about … Continue reading →

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Delicious Ways to Use Arizona Dairy

Posted on June 12, 2013 by Fill Your Plate

June is National Dairy Month and here in Arizona there are dozens of reasons to celebrate.   Dairy products like milk and cheese contain nine essential nutrients and are filled with calcium and potassium.  These delicious and nutritious products have a … Continue reading →

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When it Comes to Yogurt…It’s All Greek to Me

Posted on March 22, 2013 by Fill Your Plate

You can barely turn on the TV without seeing an ad for some new brand of Greek Yogurt. These ads may have you wondering, when did the Greeks start making yogurt and why is everyone so excited about it? Let’s start by looking at why Greek yogurt is different than regular yogurt.

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Stressed Out? Try Yogurt

Posted on November 16, 2012 by Fill Your Plate

Despite the fact that your body is telling you to grab a candy bar when you’re stressed out, new research from the University of Cork in Ireland indicates that you should actually be reaching for something completely different, yogurt.

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