February
Chili Day- February 25th
Much debate has been had where chili originated from. Some say Mexico, others say from cowboys. Chili can be made various ways. Some chili includes beans, others only use meat, and some include both beans and meat! Most include tomatoes but, other than that, chili is varied from person to person and family to family. Some people include coffee, bananas, honey, dark chocolate, cinnamon, etc. There’s so many ways to eat this popular and easy dish.
Try this heart healthy tailgate chili from the American Heart Association
Pistachio Day- February 26th
Pistachios have fat so, how is it good for you? Pistachios have what is called ‘good fat’. They are full of unsaturated fats. Eaten in moderation, pistachios may help you lower your risk for heart disease.
Please visit the Pistachio Health Institute for more information.
Strawberry Day- February 27th
Strawberries are in the rose family and they contain about 200 seeds for each berry. One cup of strawberries only contains 55 calories. What an awesome super fruit! Celebrate this special berry today by grabbing them for a snack!
For more fun facts, please visit http://extension.illinois.edu/strawberries/facts.cfm