Rachael Ray's Non-profit Organization Yum-o!

With Spring Break coming up, you'll want to check out April's Yum-o! Kitchen Road Map for some creative tips for getting active and making the most of your break. And, this edition also features a sneak peek at one of the recipes from Rachael's new book, Yum-o! The Family Cookbook!

These days, you can find a variety of whole grain pastas at your local grocery store – try some out with this month's fresh and delicious pasta recipe! We've also included some tips for stretching meal-time dollars without sacrificing nutritional value and taste. So have some fun, save a buck and try some new flavors this spring!

We're heading back into New York City school kitchens this month to cook up the second meal we're sharing as part of the NYC SchoolFood program. Check out our version to cook at home, plus add up a few of our favorite tips from our friends at the Alliance for a Healthier Generation to make a fun, healthy and active family routine!

April's arrival brings more local fresh fruits and vegetables available at the grocery store and at farmers’ markets. To kick things off, we’re sharing a delicious Apple Slaw recipe that makes a refreshing side and can also be used as a topping for your favorite sandwich or burger! Our friends at the Alliance for a Healthier Generation also have tips to help you incorporate healthy food choices at home and model those healthy behaviors as a family.

There’s nothing better than a meal that includes ingredients grown yourself. Whether you have a few containers in a windowsill or a larger outdoor garden, you can enjoy homegrown herbs, veggies and fruits by including them in your favorite recipes, like this month’s Peeler Salad! Ready to start planting? You’ll also find tips from our friends at the Alliance for a Healthier Generation for creating a family garden.