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3 Diet Rules to Live By
I admit struggling with what to write about for this week’s blog; with a big birthday coming up (yikes) I have suddenly become more mindful of not only what I eat, but how much I move. I will be the first to admit this is not a glamorous topic to write about. Sadly,...
Chaos
Chaos. Some people think every commercial kitchen (or restaurant operation) is chaotic. Even those that aren't by insider standards. There are lots of people moving around - some carrying big knives and smokin' hot things. There are noises constantly, pans being...
Weekly Wisdom – 7 Foods That Fill You Up, Part 2
Chicken: baked, grilled or broiled & a great source of protein. Fish, lean meat, tofu are terrific as well. Fruits & Veggies: High in fiber & water, they fill you up without blowing your calorie budget. Aim for 5-9 servings every day. Snack on them, add...
It’s Apple Season! Fresh! Local! Apples!
Zero fat, cholesterol or sodium Approximately 80 calories, 5 g fiber per average apple The perfect snack! Visit these sites for local orchards and fall 2013 events: http://www.virginia.org/fall/apples/ http://www.ncfarmfresh.com/farms.asp...
Susie’s Playbook
We love our friend, coach, adviser Susie Owen. Susie is an incredible resource for people best practices. She has been (and will continue to be) a featured MG speaker, like at our most recent company meeting in July. As we're back in full swing everywhere, I keep...
Back to School Time
It’s back to school time and you know what that means, early wakeup, homework and of course school lunches. This is the first year one of my little people requires a daily lunch and one would think a dietitian who enjoys cooking would have this one in the bag...
From our Kitchen to Yours
Asian Pear Slaw
Serves 10 1½c napa cabbage, thinly sliced 1 asian pear, julienned 1c carrots, julienned ½c red pepper, julienned ½c green onions, thinly sliced Dressing 2t ea minced garlic & ginger 1T fresh cilantro 2T ea low sodium soy sauce & rice wine vinegar pinch...
Spiralized Beet Salad with Mint & Pistachios
Serves 4-6 1-2 red beets 1-2 golden beets 2T fresh mint, thinly sliced 1/4c pistachios, chopped Dressing 1/4c fresh orange juice 1T white balsamic vinegar 1T local honey 2T olive oil to taste s&p 1. Spiralize beets, cut beet noodles in half 2. Place beets...
Peach BBQ Baked Beans
Serves 8 6 slices thick cut bacon, chopped 4 cans, 1 ea: cannellini, black, kidney, pinto 3 ripe peaches, chopped 1½c bbq sauce ½c maple syrup ½c bourbon or apple cider 1/4c balsamic vinegar 2T grainy dijon 1t ea chili powder, smoked paprika, ginger to taste s&p...
Avocado & Strawberry Salsa
Serves 8 1lg fresh avocado, diced 1c strawberries, diced 1lg navel oranges. diced 1/2c grape halves 1/4c red onion, finely diced ½t+ jalapeno pepper, seeded, finely diced 1½T fresh lime juice 1½T olive oil 3T fresh cilantro, chopped taste s&p 1. Combine all...
Roasted Tomato & Pesto Soup
Serves 8 2lbs ripe plum tomatoes, cut ½ 2 cloves garlic, whole 1 carrot, large pieces 1 med onion, thick slices 1-2T brown sugar 2T olive oil to taste s&p 2c veggie stock 4T basil pesto touch of half & half, optional fresh basil, chopped 1. Preheat oven...
Quinoa Cakes
Serves 6 2T olive oil 1 onion, finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped 2½c cooked, chilled quinoa 14oz can black beans, drained & rinsed 3lg eggs, beaten ½t fine sea salt 1/3c fresh chives, chopped 1/4c grated parmesan 1/4c goat cheese 2c gluten free bread...
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