Quinoa (prounounced keen-wa) is a great addition to any diet. This gluten-free grain is a protein powerhouse. Broccoli is a super source of calcium. Pair this dish with some white beans or chick peas and you’ve got yourself a healthy complete protein meal that’s ready in minutes. 3 cups cooked quinoa 5 cups raw broccoli, [Read More...]
posted on 11-21-11 at 7:25 am in Fall
Use any cooked grain you like. Feel free to use low-fat cottage cheese or sour cream if you prefer. The star of this dish are the nutrient dense mushrooms. 1/2 lb brown mushrooms, chopped 1 large onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped 3 cups cooked brown rice, room temperature 2 large eggs 1 cup [Read More...]
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posted on 10-12-10 at 7:05 am in Fall
The best part about this recipe is that once you get the basics down, there are unlimited varieties to what you can do. Try thin tortilla cups with a spicy bean base, avocado and salsa. Or how about pita cups filled with a goat cheese herb base topped with créme fraîche? 2-3 tablespoons extra virgin [Read More...]
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posted on 09-28-10 at 7:00 am in Fall
Couscous is a good source of protein, fiber, niacin, selenium, and B vitamins. It takes just minutes to cook making it ideal for a quick meal. 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 tablespoon curry powder 1 medium apple, cored an chopped 3 green onions, washed, trimmed and thinly sliced 1 cup whole wheat couscous (or regular) [Read More...]
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posted on 09-14-10 at 7:30 am in Fall
A few notes about this chili recipe. The chili powder used was very ancho-centric. Besides giving this pot of chili a bit of a kick, the earthiness of the ancho pepper and lentils simply work well together. Please feel free to use your favorite chili powder. Now a word about stock…if you isn’t good enough to drink [Read More...]
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posted on 08-31-10 at 7:35 am in Fall
A food made from fermented soybeans, tempeh provides not only the protein found in soybeans but many other health benefits as well. Soy is one of the most widely researched, health-promoting foods around. It’s been linked to stabilizing blood sugar, improving gastrointestinal health, and helping women transition through menopause. The key benefits are related to [Read More...]
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posted on 11-30-09 at 7:23 am in Fall
Millet is more than just an interesting alternative to the more common grains. It qualifies as a good source of some very important nutrients, including manganese, phosphorous, and magnesium. 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, plus oil for the dish 3/4 cup millet 1 medium butternut or other winter squash or 1 small pumpkin, peeled [Read More...]
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