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Getting Kids Involved in the Kitchen

30 Monday Apr 2012

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Posted by Jennifer (the RD) on April 30, 2012

When I was little, I can remember being mesmerized by what was going on in the kitchen. My sister and I used to sit at the kitchen counter just waiting for our turn to be able to stir, pour, or help out in any way we could. It was exciting for us to think that we were actually able to help out and gave us a sense of pride because we felt like we actually helped create what we were eating.  The food always seemed to taste just a little better on those days when we were actually able to help out mom.  As you can see in the picture above, my friend Isabelle had the greatest time cooking with me this past Saturday.   I truly believe that getting children involved with cooking is an easy way to introduce new foods, healthy cooking methods, etc.  Believe me, most children are so excited to be involved in the whole process, they won’t care if you do something like substitute applesauce for oil in a cake recipe or substitute some tofu for ricotta cheese in the lasagna.  Perhaps we can start posting a few kid friendly recipes in the near future.  Happy cooking!  🙂

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Pan Fried Tofu Sandwiches

25 Wednesday Apr 2012

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Posted by Jennifer (the RD) on April 25, 2012

I came up with this sandwich because I was getting really tired of stir frying my tofu all of the time.  I wanted something different so I did some experimenting.

1 block extra firm tofu

Olive oil for drizzling

Miracle chicken blend from Princess House  (or your favorite herb salt seasoning blend)

Lettuce leaves

Tomato slices

Your favorite bread (I used whole wheat bolillos)

Your favorite sandwich spread (I made a quick one – used 50% mayo and 50% red pepper hummus)

 

Drain tofu and cut ½ inch thick slices along the width of the block.  Drizzle generously  (on both sides) with seasoning and dab with olive oil. Pan fry for 7-10 minutes on each side on medium heat or until the tofu has a nice slightly brown crust.

 

Slice your bread, spread with your sandwich spread, and add veggies and tofu and enjoy.  This dish is best served when the tofu is hot off of the pan.

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Community Supported Agriculture

21 Saturday Apr 2012

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Posted by Jennifer (the RD) on April 21, 2012

Like most people, I am very concerned with the quality of food I put into my mouth.  This is why I decided to look into community supported agriculture.  For a little over $60 per month, I enjoy a box of home delivered organic fruits and veggies twice every month.  Not only am I getting high quality, organic produce, but I am also producing a local farm.  Not all community supported agriculture is 100% organic, but this is what I prefer.  One of the exciting things about the deliveries is opening the box to see what you get…it’s Christmas twice a month!  The produce will definitely inspire you to prepare produce that is outside of your comfort zone.  I thought only Hannibal Lecter ate fava beans!  I had to do some YouTube research before I prepared those suckers!  🙂

I order from:  www.farmfreshtoyou.com

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Great Idea For Getting Inspired To Cook At Home

16 Monday Apr 2012

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Posted by Jennifer (the RD) on April 16, 2012

I was talking to our recipe contest winner Sheila and she was telling me what inspired her to start cooking at home more often.  It wasn’t about calculating cost differences between eating out and at home like you would think.  She told me that what inspired her most was purchasing something new for her kitchen.  She recently bought new cookware and has been cooking up a storm ever since.  This has been true in my case also.  My fellow blogger Jennifer bought this cool deep silicone spoon from Princess House (GREAT products by the way).  I liked it so much I bought one also and was on a soup making venture for a month!  So, it doesn’t have to be anything elaborate or expensive.  Just one new item can make spending time in the kitchen more fun.   I recently received something for my ktichen as a gift (pictured above), and I can’t wait to use it!

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Recipe contest winner # 2 – Raspberry glazed rosemary chicken and pan seared asparagus

11 Wednesday Apr 2012

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Posted by Jennifer (the RD) on April 11, 2012

Our second recipe contest winner comes from Freddy, one of our patient care dialysis technicians.  This dish was very impressive!  It won us over on both taste and aesthetics.  It is also easy to prepare.  Freddy is actually newly married and has wonderful plans to start a new and healthy lifestyle with his beautiful bride Sandra, who also has some healthy tricks up her sleeve.  Congratulations to the both of you!

Here’s the recipe:

Ingredients:

1 tablespoon crushed rosemary

1 teaspoon rubbed sage

1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

8 skinless and boneless chicken breast halves

1/4 cup fat-free chicken broth

1 cup raspberry preserves

1/2 teaspoon honey mustard

1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary leaves

FOR ASPARAGUS:

1 pound fresh asparagus spears, trimmed

1 tablespoon olive oil

salt and pepper to taste

 

Directions to Prepare Chicken:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees for 10 minutes

In a small bowl, stir together crushed rosemary, sage and oregano.

Rub one side of each chicken breast with herb mixture. Place chicken herb-side up in a baking dish, and pour broth over the chicken.   Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Place raspberry preserves in a microwave safe bowl, and heat for 20 to 30 seconds to soften. Stir in honey mustard and rosemary.

Spread about 1 tablespoon of the preserve mixture over each breast. Bake 10 minutes more.

 

Preparation for Asparagus:  Pre-heat pan for 3-4 minutes in high.

Lightly coat the asparagus spears with olive oil and season them with salt and pepper.

Sauté high heat for 2 to 3 minutes or until they are as tender as you desire.

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Happy Easter

08 Sunday Apr 2012

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Tanner meets the Easter Bunny

Tanner enjoys a beautiful Easter Day

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Book Review – “Eat to Live”

06 Friday Apr 2012

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Posted by Jennifer (The RD) on April 6, 2012

Overall, this book had some wonderful advice.  It really advocates a change in lifestyle.  IT IS NOT A DIET.  Who can argue with the fact that increasing the nutrient density of your meals is health promoting?  Continue reading »

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Looking For Something To Do?

03 Tuesday Apr 2012

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Posted by Jennifer (the RD) on April 3, 2012

It seems like whenever there is nothing to do, many of my activities revolve around food.  Trying out new foods can be exciting and adventurous, but it often lends itself to overeating and overspending.  Here are some suggestions for inexpensive things to do that don’t involve food:  Continue reading »

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Recipe Contest Winner – Italian Stew

28 Wednesday Mar 2012

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Posted by Jennifer (the RD) on March 28, 2012

A few weeks ago, I posted an entry about National Nutrition Month.  I really wanted to encourage my co-workers to start thinking about good nutrition.  So, I had them turn in their favorite healthy recipe to be judged by our volunteers, one of which is my very own co-blogger Jennifer.  Continue reading »

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Happy National Chip and Dip Day!

24 Saturday Mar 2012

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 Posted by Jennifer (the RD) on March 24, 2012

Who doesn’t like America’s most classic party food, chips and dip?  Chips and dip can be very addicting and often very calorie, fat, and salt laden.  Remember those time(s) when you went to the Mexican restaurant and could barely dig into your entrée because your stomach was so full from the chips and salsa?  Continue reading »

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