Barbara Baron Nutrition

10/15/2026

LET’S TALK PASTA!

October is National Pasta Month, and I’m celebrating with delicious pasta-bilities that bring families together around the table. Let’s talk pasta as we count down to National Pasta Day on October 17!

Pasta night just got a little simpler. We’re kicking things off with this Easy Vegetarian Pasta Bake. Everything goes into one baking dish, with no pre-boiling the pasta.

Cannellini beans and spinach bring 12 g of fiber and 25 g of protein per serving. It’s simple to make, delicious to share, and a great example of how pasta can be the foundation for a satisfying family meal.

Over the next week, I’ll be sharing more of my favorite pasta recipes, because pasta is about more than what’s on the plate. This one dish serves the whole table, making healthy eating work for busy families and
making time to sit down and enjoy a meal together.

Stay tuned for my Pasta Recipe Pack with this recipe and 5 more easy, delicious pasta recipes!
BUILDING A HEALTHIER YOU ONE MEAL AT A TIME®

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09/23/2026

🌮𝗧𝗔𝗖𝗢 𝗧𝗨𝗘𝗦𝗗𝗔𝗬!🌮 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗢𝘄𝗻 𝗧𝗮𝗰𝗼 𝗕𝗮𝗿: 𝗔 𝗙𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗠𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗘𝗻𝗷𝗼𝘆!

September is and Taco Tueday is fun, flexible, and perfect for family meals. Everyone can mix, match, and create a taco they love, whether you’re cooking for picky eaters, plant-forward foodies, or a family with lots of different tastes.
And the best part? One meal. No separate dinners!

Here’s how to build your taco bar in 4 easy steps:
✅ Choose your base: Soft tortillas, crunchy shells, or crisp lettuce wraps
✅ Pick a protein: Lean Ground Meat, Grilled chicken, shrimp, your favorite fish, black beans, or lentils
✅ Load up on toppings: Avocado, tomatoes, cheese, cabbage, lettuce, or tomato or mango salsa,cilantro or parsely for those non-cilantro lovers,
✅ Finish with flavor: A squeeze of lime, salsa, fresh cilantro, or a creamy drizzle of plain Greek yogurt

💡 My tip: Let the colors guide you! Bright, colorful ingredients not only make tacos more appealing. They’re a delicious way to eat the rainbow, Mediterranean-style.

Taco night can also be an opportunity to bring everyone into the kitchen, give family members choices, and create a meal where everyone can gather around the table.

That’s ABBONDANZA!!!™ to me. More choices, more color, more connection, and more fun around the table. ❤️

Want more ideas for making a simple, nutritious family meal? Read my blog post , link in bio, “Tired of Cooking Separate Meals? How a Family Meals Dietitian® Helps You Eat Healthier Together,” to learn how to build a balanced taco night with plant-based protein, colorful toppings, and options everyone can enjoy.👉

So set out the ingredients, let everyone build their own, and always make time for a meal with family and friends!™

🌮 What’s YOUR must-have taco topping?

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𝗗𝗬𝗞? 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗰 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 💚

If you’re managing celiac disease or navigating a gluten sensitivity exploring what helps you feel your best, awareness can go a long way. It’s not about being perfect. It’s about making informed choices that support your body. 💛

That’s why I’m sharing a reminder that gluten can sometimes hide in places we don’t expect.

𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘆-𝘁𝗼-𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀 𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲𝘀: 👀

🍟 Flavored chips, soy sauce, and imitation crab
🍫 Certain chocolates, candies, and ice cream mix-ins
🥤 Flavored coffee drinks and meal replacement shakes
🍽️ Shared fryers, dressings, and sauces when eating out

Whether you’re managing celiac disease, navigating gluten sensitivity, or simply paying closer attention to foods that support your digestion and energy, knowing where gluten commonly hides can make a real difference. ✨

Small, informed changes can help support better gut health without making eating feel restrictive or overwhelming.

Save this post for your next grocery trip or meal out. 🛒


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04/26/2026

🥬 Kale deserves more than a garnish—it deserves a place at your table.
I’m all about foods that give you a big nutrition return with simple, delicious ways to enjoy them—and kale is one of those powerhouse foods.

Why I love it:
✨ Rich in vitamins A, C & K to support immunity, skin, and bone health
✨ Packed with fiber for gut and heart health
✨ Loaded with plant compounds that help protect cells from everyday stress

And here’s what many people don’t know… kale gets milder and sweeter after a frost, and cooking softens both the flavor and texture.

I love adding it to everyday meals:
🥣 Stir into soups
🍋 Sauté with garlic and lemon
🥤 Blend into smoothies
🥬 Toss into grain bowls or salads
🔥 Bake into crispy kale chips

Simple, nourishing, versatile…that’s my kind of food. Variety in texture, taste, and nutrients; abundance on your plate.

💚 Type KALE in Comments and I’ll send you 5 of my favorite ways to enjoy kale.

ABBONDANZA!!! Always make time for a meal with family and friends!™. 🍽️

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