When Waffle Fries are Chick-Fil-A’s most popular food, (seriously, it’s true!) rather than the chicken that hails their name, that tells me we love bite-sized foods that are crunchy, salty, comforting, and easy to pop in our mouths! This shouldn’t come as a big surprise, since chips, pretzels, M&M’s, and roasted-salted nuts all pretty much … Read More
Quick! When I say, “Mediterranean diet,” what do you picture? Wine? Olive oil? Pitas and bread? All yummy, and all correct! But a Mediterranean diet is also plant-based! A Mediterranean diet comprises fruits, veggies, healthy fats and proteins, but with only modest portions of animal protein…We should be looking to the Mediterranean diet for a … Read More
I LOVE PASTA!!! There, I said it. I hate the feeling in my gut after I eat pasta, so I’m constantly looking for alternatives. Why? Pasta is not necessarily a bad thing, especially for a runner. I’m sure you’ve already heard about the “carb loading” thing! But, it’s like tortilla chips,…once you start, there’s really … Read More
I know pumpkin in your chili might be a leap, especially when other odd ingredients are involved, including bulgur wheat and cocoa. Who really thinks to put these things together? You’ll have to trust me on this one! Chocolate, squash, bean, and grains were all treasured in the Aztec culture! If it was good enough … Read More
When I think about the quintessential fall food, it includes wild rice, earthy nut flavors, sweet and tart cranberries, and all things sausage! I don’t even eat sausage, but it seems to go with stuffing, hearty breakfasts, and yes, even rice dishes. I’m unwilling to compromise adding sausage to my amazingly healthful dishes, however! Queue … Read More
I was determined to know beans.” —Henry David Thoreau, The Bean-Field How about you? How well do you know beans? Creamy cannellinis, meaty garbanzos, sweet adzuki, tender pintos, and so many more—beans are one of the most powerful, nutrient-dense plant foods around. Consider this: Beans are packed with tons of fiber, as well as plenty … Read More
SHEETPAN CHICKPEA and EGG MEDLEY This is my latest creation…Fast, easy, and full of satiating protein and fiber! It’s perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, and all you really need is a can of Chickpeas, eggs, and some spices. Some know the Chickpea as a Garbanzo Bean, a popular Middle Eastern food, and both terms … Read More
I’m at it again…Respinning healthy choices from everyone’s all-time favorite recipes! Today’s is one of my favorites: Mexican Food and TACOS! Typically laden with saturated fat, I’ve respun this popular dish into something that is both healthy, easy to prepare, fun and flavorful for the whole family! Even my children raved about how great these … Read More
COOL CUCUMBER AND CANTALOUPE SALAD I was introduced to this sweet and savory salad on our Summer Vacation to Michigan when my amazing chef and expert in nutrition, Allyson, quickly and easy whipped up this amazing creation. It uses summer ingredients already on hand and pairs nicely with grilled shrimp, chicken or fish, but is … Read More
I’ll admit it. My daughter and family LOVE a store bought, instant Kale Poppyseed Salad. It’s our naughty habit, with which I indulge them…until today! It’s long bothered me to mix it up, serve it fully leaded to my family and to section off a portion, sans evil dressing for myself! That’s just bad! So … Read More
