Focus On Healthy Foods

Did you know that what you eat matters? In this episode you'll discover how diet affects today’s growing health problems and uncover practical tips for families transitioning to healthier meals. New vegetarian mom, Marlena Butler, joins Program Hosts Nikki Anderson and Melody Prettyman-Caviness to discuss nutritious, kid-friendly lunches such as: hummus spreads, whole-grain options, and simple pla...

Did you know that what you eat matters? In this episode you'll discover how diet affects today’s growing health problems and uncover practical tips for families transitioning to healthier meals. New vegetarian mom, Marlena Butler, joins Program Hosts Nikki Anderson and Melody Prettyman-Caviness to discuss nutritious, kid-friendly lunches such as: hummus spreads, whole-grain options, and simple pla...

Melody shares her “Tofu Chicken Salad” recipe, demonstrating how tofu can absorb flavor and provide versatile, protein-rich meals. Both Melody and Nikki discuss techniques, ingredients, and tips for making plant-based dishes appealing and accessible, explaining that healthy vegetarian cooking is flavorful, simple, and enjoyable for everyone. —————————————————————————    📻 Listen live to 3ABN Radi...

Melody shares her creamy, dairy-free "Alfredo Vegetable Pasta", and offers tips for healthy, flavorful meals. She also discusses her journey from obesity to a medicine-free, vibrant lifestyle by using God’s natural foods, and encourages listeners to embrace plant-based cooking for better health and well-being. —————————————————————————    📻 Listen live to 3ABN Radio:  https://3abn.org/radio 🎵 Ch...

Host Nikki Anderson welcomes Guest Host Melody Caviness, to share her vegan "Carob Oatmeal Cookie" recipe. Using plant-based ingredients like: Earth Balance margarine, organic sugars, oats, and carob chips, Melody demonstrates that vegetarian baking is simple and accessible. —————————————————————————    📻 Listen live to 3ABN Radio:  https://3abn.org/radio 🎵  Check out the 3ABN Radio Music Channe...

In this episode Hosts Nikki Anderson and Melody Caviness explain ingredient substitutions, cost-saving tips, and multiple ways to use pesto—from pasta, to pizza, to garlic bread. Together they encourage listeners to explore healthy, plant-based cooking that’s simple, flavorful, and affordable. —————————————————————————    📻 Listen live to 3ABN Radio:  https://3abn.org/radio 🎵 Check out the 3ABN...

Hosts Nikki Anderson and Melody Prettyman- Caviness share a healthier twist on the classic, "All-American Apple Pie". Melody demonstrates a plant-based recipe featuring oatmeal or gluten-free crust, using natural sweeteners, and fresh apples. Melody also dispels myths about vegetarian cooking, showing it can be simple, affordable, delicious, and nourishing. —————————————————————————   📻  Listen l...

The Gluten-free “Scrumptious Oat Burger.” Host: Melody Caviness explains how this hearty, oven-baked vegan burger is economical, flavorful, and versatile—working as patties, crumbles, or even a casserole base. She also discusses her health journey, highlighting how a plant-based lifestyle helped to reverse several conditions and has inspired her nationwide cooking ministry. ———————————————————————...

In this program, Host Melody Caviness explains how to assemble quick, nutritious wraps using fresh vegetables, flavored tortillas, and a versatile Tofutti-based spread that doubles as a dip or dressing. And together, they uncover how simple and affordable, plant-based meals can fit busy lifestyles while encouraging creativity and healthier eating. —————————————————————————   📻  Listen live to 3AB...

"Creamy Italian and Ranchy” dressing. Melody demonstrates how these economical, gluten-free recipes double as marinades, dips, and pasta sauces, offering creative ways to enjoy healthier salads and meals. Vegan cooking can be easy, versatile, and delicious without sacrificing taste or budget. —————————————————————————   📻  Listen live to 3ABN Radio:  https://3abn.org/radio 🎵  Check out the 3ABN...

Host Melody Prettyman prepares a versatile vegan mushroom soup that doubles as a sauce for dishes like green bean casserole. She also explains the use of arrowroot as a gluten-free thickener and egg substitute. The episode promotes simple, affordable, plant-based cooking that supports healthier living without sacrificing flavor. —————————————————————————   📻  Listen live to 3ABN Radio:  https://3...

Program Hosts Nikki Anderson and Melody Caviness share a healthy alternative to traditional “meatballs” by this tantalizing recipe for “Meatless Meatballs”, which can be served with pasta, as a sandwich or alone with a fruit sauce.  —————————————————————————   📻  Listen live to 3ABN Radio:  https://3abn.org/radio 🎵  Check out the 3ABN Radio Music Channel: https://3abn.org/radiomusicchannel ❤️ Su...

A hearty vegan alternative made with breadcrumbs, walnuts, oats, tofu, vegetables, and seasonings. Melody explains how to prepare the loaf easily, adapt it for gluten-free diets, and to choose healthier ingredients like Bragg’s Liquid Aminos and homemade ketchup—revealing that nutritious vegetarian cooking can be simple and delicious. —————————————————————————   📻  Listen live to 3ABN Radio:  htt...

“Heavenly Mashed Potatoes”: In this program, hosts Nikki Anderson and Melody Caviness demonstrate how to make creamy, dairy-free mashed potatoes using cashews, soy milk, and simple ingredients. They discuss healthy variations, allergy-friendly substitutions, and tips for enjoying potatoes as a nutrient-rich, versatile comfort food that’s easy to prepare at home. —————————————————————————   📻  Lis...

In this episode of Focus on Healthy Foods, Nikki Anderson welcomes Melody Prettyman to demonstrate a vegetarian-friendly "Macaroni Oh So Cheesy" recipe. Melody shares tips for creating a creamy, dairy-free cheesy sauce using cashews, nutritional yeast, and arrowroot powder. They discuss ingredient substitutions, allergy-friendly options, and healthy cooking tips, showing that tasty, wholesome vege...

Versatile vegan “Cheesy Sauce”, made from cashews, pimentos, nutritional yeast, and simple seasonings. Melody explains how the sauce substitutes for dairy cheese in dishes like mac and cheese, casseroles, polenta, and dips, offer easy,  healthy, gluten-free options for families transitioning to a plant-based lifestyle. —————————————————————————    📻 Listen live to 3ABN Radio:  https://3abn.org/ra...

In this episode of Focus on Healthy Foods, Host  Nikki Anderson welcomes Plant-Based Chef and Educator, Melody Prettyman, who shares her Southern-Style Potato Salad: An easy, flavorful, gluten-free recipe featuring red potatoes, veggies, vegan mayonnaise, and naturally sweet pickles. Melody discusses healthy substitutions, allergy-friendly cooking, and how plant-based eating can improve lifestyle-...

Did you know that having the right veggie ingredients, bursting with tantalizing flavor can also pack a lot of punch and provide protein? Program Hosts Nikki Anderson and  Melody Caviness explain how simple vegetables, flavorful seasonings, and kidney beans create a hearty, protein-packed dish that cooks in just minutes. Nikki and Melody also discuss sodium-saving tips, ingredient substitutions, a...

Program Hosts Nikki Anderson and Melody Caviness explain how simple vegan ingredients—like Tofutti sour cream, Vegenaise, fresh spinach, and flavorful seasonings—create a nutritious dip that also works beautifully as a sandwich spread or enchilada filling. They also discuss gluten-free options, serving ideas, and easy ways to make healthy eating enjoyable and affordable at home. ——————————————————...

Check out this Gluten-free pancake recipe, created for Celiac disease! Program host Melody Caviness explains how simple, wholesome ingredients such as: oats, cashews, and apples, can replace gluten and eggs while keeping pancakes moist and flavorful. Melody also offers tips for doubling the recipe, making waffles, and using leftovers creatively, showing how vegetarian, cooking can be easy on the d...

Nikki Anderson and Melody Caviness share a delicious recipe for making Perfect Guacamole with the purest ingredients. And, they discuss the benefits of adding healthy fats into our diet. Essential fats are not stored and converted into body fat unlike the saturated fats that are contained within the unhealthy foods such as chips. Did you know that by placing saran wrap over the fresh guacamole it...