Button Mushrooms, Cheap and Nutritious


Updated 03/06/08 5:45 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 13 comments

White Mushrooms Contain Antioxidants

When it comes to mushrooms you can go fancy or you can go cheap. The problem with cheap is that it often seems to be less nutritious. Take for example the humble white mushroom (aka the button mushroom) whose reputation hardly shines for its nutritional value compared to its exotic cousins. However according to recent research, the white button mushroom has antioxidant properties just like its Read more

3 "Skinny" Thanksgiving Sides (Sweet Potatoes and Stuffing Included!)


Updated 11/24/11 6:04 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Lighter Mashed Potatoes and Other Classic Thanksgiving Sides

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Self here on FitSugar! We have some alarming news about your Thanksgiving dinner plans. According to SkinnyChef.com founder Jennifer Iserloh, the average American consumes 3,500 calories on Thanksgiving Day. That, Iserloh points out, is the equivalent of one pound of body fat, people. (Are you running in place yet?) Don't worry. We're not going Read more

Monday's Leftovers: Chicken Thighs With Leeks and Shiitakes


Updated 02/08/12 10:49 AM · Posted by YumSugar · 0 comments

Fast & Easy Recipe For Chicken Thighs With Leeks & Shiitake Mushrooms

Chicken, when served with a saucy side of leeks and mushrooms, makes for a smooth-sailing weeknight supper. Use healthy skinless chicken thighs from last night's meal as the star of the dish, simmering and serving it in a white wine sauce. Although white wine, mushrooms, and leeks are a standard flavor combination, change things up by switching out button mushrooms for Asian shiitakes and Read more