tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-61913213227638505962024-03-05T08:29:59.042-08:00Nuts for NutritionA dietetic student trying, tasting and sharing recipes that have high nutritional value.Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07403618523163057557noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6191321322763850596.post-21033711733796633582009-02-25T20:20:00.000-08:002009-02-25T20:22:17.831-08:00New Blog SiteI decided to go with a new engine, so visit my new blog at<br /><span style="font-size:130%;"><br /><a href="http://nutsfornutrition.wordpress.com">http://nutsfornutrition.wordpress.com</a><br /></span><br />Thanks for visiting!!Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07403618523163057557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6191321322763850596.post-42617707351537012002008-10-30T20:48:00.001-07:002008-10-30T21:30:05.708-07:00Desserts are necessary for sanityAs much as I love healthy food, I love sweets. Some people crave salty food, I crave chocolate and cookies and cake and SUGAR. While I usually subside those cravings with fruit, gum, or a mint, sometimes, it's good to indulge. Everything in moderation.<br /><br />I stumbled across this recipe when drifting from blog to blog to blog. When I saw it I thought, no way, that can't be right. I would NEVER put that ingredient in a sweet food. It defies convention!! It's like putting apples with pasta or sugar in salad. <br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">What is it already??</span> Are you ready? 'Cause this recipe is goooood and I don't want you to be thrown off by the secret ingredient. Just trust me.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Black Beans. </span>Yes, black beans in brownies!!<br /><br />There is nothing more to say about this recipe as it is a splurge in your repertoire of otherwise really healthy foods (just nod your head). Just look past the cup (cup!) of butter and look at all those antioxidants in the chocolate and beans. And promise yourself that you'll only eat that one piece. Okay, maybe one more. It has fiber! - you say. <br /><br />Enjoy it while it lasts, because I'm sure this sweet won't last long in your house. <br /><br />(While I would love to post pictures, they don't do justice to the ones already on the site that I found the recipe. Plus, I'm just lazy tonight. ; ) So check out the <a href="http://www.101cookbooks.com/archives/amazing-black-bean-brownies-recipe.html">recipe and pics on this site</a> here! And promise me you'll come back. Please?)Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07403618523163057557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6191321322763850596.post-80008886976254977092008-10-14T19:17:00.000-07:002008-10-14T20:30:08.729-07:00Beef, it's what's for dinner!<p align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQsl9H1HqtRtEGv50NymJxdki9URqMW8YeXMuEZFLEd3wPpv4-Z8FV3HKmwJHQzfT036_2NHPJk43v216VCoDjgopuB5pnRIExB8EONwWasFA6RKlwH080vIqaGaS2aHG2NudGqLhzrShM/s1600-h/IMG_2983.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5257204384030402994" style="CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQsl9H1HqtRtEGv50NymJxdki9URqMW8YeXMuEZFLEd3wPpv4-Z8FV3HKmwJHQzfT036_2NHPJk43v216VCoDjgopuB5pnRIExB8EONwWasFA6RKlwH080vIqaGaS2aHG2NudGqLhzrShM/s320/IMG_2983.JPG" border="0" /></a></p><br />With all of the bad press about red meat lately, why should we still eat it? Doesn't it increase your risk of heart disease? Doesn't it clog your arteries? The truth is, that in the correct amounts, beef can be beneficial! Just like potatoes, it's not the beef itself that is harmful, but how we cook it.<br /><br />The key with beef is not only the serving size - which should be four ounces -but the percentage of fat. The best way to go is 90% or higher, but I try to stick with 93%. Flavor can be added in the dish, so don't worry about that sacrifice!<br /><br />Beef is '<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">B'eneficial</span>! It is loaded with multiple B Vitamins - B12, B6, B3 and B2. B12 and B6 work together to turn a dangerous chemical in your body, <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">homocysteine</span>, into benign molecules. Recent studies have shown that high levels of <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">homocysteine</span> in the blood increases one's risk of heart attack and osteoporosis. These B Vitamins can only be found in beef, as well. Vegetarians are not able to get these vitamins in their diets without a supplement, due to the lack of them in non-animal sources. Red meat is also an excellent source of <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">tryptophan</span> (something I will go over as we get closer to Thanksgiving!) and protein; and a good source of zinc, selenium, phosphorus, and iron.<br /><center><br /><br /><img style="WIDTH: 213px; HEIGHT: 149px" height="216" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiz2v98XJ_2O9iWFvEqCReZDiw7D7vO5NTtraM0mAcNbxjVkHMFfhBSnSMNpjKCBTnSHhbyDTTr7REtA1f3UaDZYWlv303F9bNhLPgol2GOItIzdQCb3_D3GgtY0w3NTVysdwMnKdIgrAEu/s320/IMG_2979.JPG" width="301" border="0" /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoH455_mWqKxvggROvEXgkunblkBVTn8By4BHwyOyC9PKmYPChMrTjxGMFIiPA6PepGUIMZDJvgJ2mdcpTxlxr56mo_SIDXe7fBiTMgRoHjf8YH8MVZZ8uXPAFFfElu4D_Ide5SRbo21PQ/s1600-h/IMG_2978.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 217px; HEIGHT: 149px" height="215" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoH455_mWqKxvggROvEXgkunblkBVTn8By4BHwyOyC9PKmYPChMrTjxGMFIiPA6PepGUIMZDJvgJ2mdcpTxlxr56mo_SIDXe7fBiTMgRoHjf8YH8MVZZ8uXPAFFfElu4D_Ide5SRbo21PQ/s320/IMG_2978.JPG" width="283" border="0" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKk_rALocKQViHl1P_JgGVtvexoae9EvWDXh4Vp7snThEdTxsFdARXHfoKSo9CJH7QJH2CqwznT9f4TlqPAcbfZ5UaGkbGiZLZaTI6YCrL34ocT-CZq3r8vhEz9opYY58VtVRqzCcPrfjf/s1600-h/IMG_2980.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 208px; HEIGHT: 150px" height="216" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKk_rALocKQViHl1P_JgGVtvexoae9EvWDXh4Vp7snThEdTxsFdARXHfoKSo9CJH7QJH2CqwznT9f4TlqPAcbfZ5UaGkbGiZLZaTI6YCrL34ocT-CZq3r8vhEz9opYY58VtVRqzCcPrfjf/s320/IMG_2980.JPG" width="300" border="0" /></a><br /></center><p>I loved this recipe. I enjoy getting lettuce cups in restaurants, but had yet to try to make them myself. The spice and flavor of all of the ingredients was wonderful! And the beautiful thing about the tofu - it takes on the flavor of whatever you cook it with!<br /><br /><strong><span style="font-size:130%;">Lettuce Cups with Tofu and Beef</span></strong><br /><br /><span style="font-size:85%;">(by Ellie <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Krieger</span> on <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ellie-krieger/lettuce-cups-with-tofu-and-beef-recipe2/index.html">Healthy Appetite</a>)</span><br /><br /><strong>Ingredients<br /></strong>1 tablespoons bottled chili-garlic sauce<br />1 1/2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil<br />3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce<br />1/4 cup <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">hoisin</span> sauce<br />2 tablespoons rice vinegar<br />2 tablespoons sherry or Chinese cooking wine<br />8 ounces extra-firm tofu<br />2 teaspoons canola oil<br />2 tablespoons fresh minced ginger<br />4 scallions, greens trimmed and reserved, thinly sliced (about 1/3 cup each greens and whites - 3/4-ounce each)<br />1/2 pound lean ground beef (90 percent or leaner)<br />1/2 cup finely diced water chestnuts<br />1 large head <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">Bibb</span> lettuce, outer leaves discarded, leaves separated<br />1 red bell pepper, finely diced<br />1/4 cup chopped peanuts<br /><br /><br /><strong>Directions<br /></strong>In a bowl, whisk together chili-garlic sauce, sesame oil, soy sauce, <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">hoisin</span> sauce, vinegar and sherry.<br /><br />Slice the tofu into 1/2-inch thick slabs and lay the slices on top of paper towels. Use more paper towels to firmly pat the tofu in order to remove as much water as possible. This should take about 2 minutes and use about 3 paper towels. Finely mince dried tofu and set aside.<br /><br />Heat the oil in a wok or extra-large skillet over medium heat. Add the ginger and scallion whites and cook until scallion whites are translucent and ginger is fragrant, about 2 to 3 minutes. Add ground beef and tofu and cook, stirring, until beef is opaque and just cooked through, about 4 to 5 minutes. Add reserved sauce. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook, stirring, an additional 3 to 4 minutes. Add water chestnuts and stir to incorporate.<br /><br />Fill each lettuce leaf with the filling. Serve garnished with scallion greens, red peppers and peanuts.<br /><br /><br /><strong>Per Serving:<br /></strong>(serving size: 2/3 cup filling and 2 large or 4 small lettuce leaves)<br />Calories 260<br />Total Fat 13 g( Sat Fat 1.5 g, Mono Fat 5 g, Poly Fat 3.5 g)<br />Protein 16 g<br /><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8">Carb</span> 19 g<br />Fiber 5 g<br />Cholesterol 15 mg<br />Sodium 630 mg<br /><br /></p><p align="center"><img alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7r0GFEozSYyaa39uXqEDGSoTDo1jCARsI_YYDMgtx_iue3kcxUK0La9o2553lljubwmZfVnJ93o90yxGP42l8lUI9v7Un17xpKYiBCqhFMnCwbbE-9vmzZekplFseY1Cf9FYWPOwI_wMj/s320/IMG_2981.JPG" border="0" /></p>Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07403618523163057557noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6191321322763850596.post-73356959298239048852008-09-25T21:02:00.000-07:002008-09-25T21:45:31.450-07:00Pizza! Pizza!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzL6ShmF42xi9TKcvjxjx8Po6nB_YuMYdcWUWSINBuEoVX5eMr_JXhCo9aG4q47VhJl9shojOLsqr5jAxYKyQQCupRGYVSxTMpyIkfqDJIzgFNA7UqUoyFp6QicDJoYNjcFCsyi_1bpRQj/s1600-h/IMG_2872.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzL6ShmF42xi9TKcvjxjx8Po6nB_YuMYdcWUWSINBuEoVX5eMr_JXhCo9aG4q47VhJl9shojOLsqr5jAxYKyQQCupRGYVSxTMpyIkfqDJIzgFNA7UqUoyFp6QicDJoYNjcFCsyi_1bpRQj/s320/IMG_2872.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5250176113224845154" border="0" /></a><span style="font-family: georgia;font-size:85%;" >
<br /><span style=";font-size:100%;" >No, it's not Little Caesar's. It's Deep-dish Eggplant Pizza. </span></span><span style="font-style: italic; font-family: georgia;font-family:georgia;font-size:100%;" >What?</span><span style="font-family: georgia;font-family:georgia;font-size:100%;" > - you say? Eggplant and pizza? I found this recipe in my Cooking Light Cookbook and was intrigued. Not only does it ask you to make the dough, </span><span style="font-style: italic; font-family: georgia;font-family:georgia;font-size:100%;" >with yeast, </span><span style="font-family: georgia;font-family:georgia;font-size:100%;" >but it also had eggplant on it. Eggplant is in season currently and while I'm not in love with the vegetable, I hardly use it, so I wanted to add more of it into my diet. Variety is your body's friend!</span>
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<br /> 1 pkg. dry yeast (~2 ½ teaspoons)
<br /> 1 c. warm water (~105˚ to 115˚)
<br /> 2 ½ <span style=""> </span>c. all-purpose flour<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style=";font-family:";" ><span style=""> </span>½ c. yellow or white cornmeal<o:p></o:p><span style=""></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style=";font-family:";" ><span style=""></span><span style=""></span> 1/4 Tsp. salt
<br /> 1 Tbsp. olive oil
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<br /> Cooking spray<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style=";font-family:";" >************************************
<br /> 1 Tbsp. cornmeal
<br /> 4 c. diced peeled eggplant
<br /> 2 Tbsp. olive oil
<br /> 2 tsp. dried italian seasoning
<br /> <span style=""> </span>3/4 tsp. salt
<br /> 1 c. canned quartered artichoke -hearts; drained
<br /> 1 c. cubed tomato; 1/2 inch cubes; seeded
<br /> 1 c. minced red onion
<br /> 2 Tbsp. capers
<br /> 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh rosemary
<br /> --or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
<br /> 2 tsp. fennel seeds; crushed
<br /> 4 garlic cloves; minced
<br /> 2 c. shredded part skim mozzarella cheese (8 oz.)<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style=";font-family:";" >1. Dissolve sugar and yeast in warm water in a bowl; let stand 5 minutes.
<br />Lightly spoon flour into dry measuring cups, and level with a
<br />knife. <span style=""> </span>Place flour, cornmeal and salt in a food processor.<span style=""> </span>Pulse twice.<span style=""> </span>While the food processor is on, slowly add the yeast mixture and oil.<span style=""> </span>Continue to process until the mixture forms a ball.<span style=""> </span>Continue to process for 1 minute.<span style=""> </span>
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<br />2. Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead until smooth and
<br />elastic (about 5 minutes).
<br />
<br />3. Place dough in a large bowl coated with cooking spray, turning to coat
<br />top. Cover and let rise in a warm place (85˚), free from drafts, 45 minutes or
<br />until doubled in bulk. Punch dough down; divide dough in half. Place
<br />dough in 2 (9-inch) cake pans coated with cooking spray and each sprinkled
<br />with 1 1/2 teaspoons cornmeal; press dough up sides of pan. Cover dough,
<br />and let rise 20 minutes or until puffy.
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<br />4. Preheat oven to 375˚F.
<br />
<br />5. Combine eggplant, 2 tablespoons oil, Italian seasoning, and 3/4 teaspoon
<br />salt in a bowl. Place eggplant mixture on a jellyroll pan, spreading
<br />evenly. Bake at 375˚ for 25 minutes or until tender. Increase oven temperature to
<br />400˚.
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<br />6. Combine artichokes and next 6 ingredients (artichokes through garlic) in
<br />a bowl. Divide eggplant mixture and artichoke mixture evenly between the
<br />pizza crusts, and top each with 1 cup cheese. Bake at 400˚F for 30 minutes
<br />or until the crusts are lightly browned. Cut each pizza into 4 slices.
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<br />Yield: 2 pizzas, 8 servings (serving size: 1 slice).</span></p></div><div style="margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: left;"> </div></div><div> </div></div><div style="margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center;"> </div><div style="text-align: center;">
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<br /></div></div>Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07403618523163057557noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6191321322763850596.post-8287076220565721362008-08-27T20:32:00.000-07:002008-08-27T21:02:27.450-07:00Vitamin, I "C" You!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivh22w_fWV1Ws3MTbbsn85wEkfzPCz5_VLEGnsWOgMpM3XVOGH9ei2szvipV76q_YCH1JpGFIkJ-HLgtIe5SGRm1R4GkODkH6YuzPeSO1nUMdhIpkE0AxxuCt8HwRab5SMVZ_Qu5Flx5Ev/s1600-h/IMG_2167.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivh22w_fWV1Ws3MTbbsn85wEkfzPCz5_VLEGnsWOgMpM3XVOGH9ei2szvipV76q_YCH1JpGFIkJ-HLgtIe5SGRm1R4GkODkH6YuzPeSO1nUMdhIpkE0AxxuCt8HwRab5SMVZ_Qu5Flx5Ev/s320/IMG_2167.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5239411148946513266" border="0" /></a><br />Hello! Long time, no type. My first semester of summer classes in nutrition are complete and I have learned a lot! Fall semester has already started, but with the Democratic National Convention in town, I have had a bit of a breather. And therefore, time to blog again! Yay! I have some great recipes to share.<br /><br />First of which is this recipe for Greek Stuffed Peppers out my favorite <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Food-You-Crave-Luscious-Recipes/dp/1600850219">cookbook</a>. Such a wonderful meal-in-one that you can add to a delicious side of fruit salad or a glass of wine. Plus, I like to use ground buffalo to up the flavor and reduce the fat.<br /><br />So what is so great about this recipe? The Vitamin C! Red peppers are chock full of the immune boosting vitamin. One red pepper gives you 100% of your daily value. It is also an anti-oxidant, improves iron absorption, and lowers your cancer risk. There is no reason not to snap one of these beautiful orbs into your mouth. Skip the orange juice when you are skip - grab a red bell pepper!<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0OVoTSwh7yjJrUj-unHS5UjUxuYZcGujBRRHkbcmP8LTS31wNwSB_FVTFtIYoUGo471jqYl-ZswgBEwcUtKs6a6VfFBSEvum2tHq-U5YPTezVtOhiSHtl7HaRIalBKMXPpsTz8hrcBa8K/s1600-h/IMG_2153.JPG"> </a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOVVHuUxaxuCwuUkJaBF7OmE1CGbUgC5sLqPE9OwfniAyYk5EuO-Wq7DWF6jK7sasAcVHwT-aRemeuc62J-hjb7L82bgUyLTFlr-rcRfCizlQJhsmfEXk-TveeoDIAxCc60r_01Ntg41Sf/s1600-h/IMG_2152.JPG"><img style="cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOVVHuUxaxuCwuUkJaBF7OmE1CGbUgC5sLqPE9OwfniAyYk5EuO-Wq7DWF6jK7sasAcVHwT-aRemeuc62J-hjb7L82bgUyLTFlr-rcRfCizlQJhsmfEXk-TveeoDIAxCc60r_01Ntg41Sf/s200/IMG_2152.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5239410328669342754" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0OVoTSwh7yjJrUj-unHS5UjUxuYZcGujBRRHkbcmP8LTS31wNwSB_FVTFtIYoUGo471jqYl-ZswgBEwcUtKs6a6VfFBSEvum2tHq-U5YPTezVtOhiSHtl7HaRIalBKMXPpsTz8hrcBa8K/s1600-h/IMG_2153.JPG"><img style="cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0OVoTSwh7yjJrUj-unHS5UjUxuYZcGujBRRHkbcmP8LTS31wNwSB_FVTFtIYoUGo471jqYl-ZswgBEwcUtKs6a6VfFBSEvum2tHq-U5YPTezVtOhiSHtl7HaRIalBKMXPpsTz8hrcBa8K/s200/IMG_2153.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5239410334907252930" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiagS3_D4aHYhpuPYZzdENZVNOIbFWs0dJinZYIEZ9MD92JVTvbV2JD4DPvZ4LEq1GMZhzFe79krDVTooEO2iSCkwUH8DK0c2YVdPneOB8L1c_NgffMoFL9hCldSRRs8TFSZz4Ow1PdACiR/s1600-h/IMG_2154.JPG"><img style="cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiagS3_D4aHYhpuPYZzdENZVNOIbFWs0dJinZYIEZ9MD92JVTvbV2JD4DPvZ4LEq1GMZhzFe79krDVTooEO2iSCkwUH8DK0c2YVdPneOB8L1c_NgffMoFL9hCldSRRs8TFSZz4Ow1PdACiR/s200/IMG_2154.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5239410339493242434" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><span style=";font-family:lucida grande;font-size:130%;" ><span style="font-weight: bold;">Greek-Style Stuffed Peppers<br /><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span></span></span><span style="font-size:85%;">(adapted from Ellie Krieger's "The Food You Crave")</span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span></span><br /></span></span><span class="bodytext"> 1 pound lean ground beef (<span style="font-style: italic;">I use ground buffalo)</span><br />1 (10-ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry<br />1 medium zucchini, coarsely grated (about 2 cups)<br />1 small onion, minced (about 1 cup)<br />1/2 cup bulghur<br />1 egg, lightly beaten<br />1/2 teaspoon dried oregano<br />1/2 teaspoon salt<br />Freshly ground black pepper<br />4 red bell peppers, halved lengthwise, cores and ribs removed (<span style="font-style: italic;">Ellie's recipe only calls for 3, but I find that 4 works better)</span><br />2 (14 1/2-ounce) cans low-sodium stewed tomatoes, finely chopped<br />1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese</span> <p> </p> <span class="bodytext"> Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. <p>In a large bowl combine the beef, spinach, zucchini, onion, bulghur, egg, oregano, salt and a few grinds of pepper. Mix until thoroughly combined. </p><p>Arrange the pepper halves cut side up in a 9 by 13-inch and a square baking dish and fill each pepper half with the meat mixture. Pour the tomatoes over the peppers and sprinkle with the feta cheese. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake until the meat mixture is completely cooked and the peppers are tender, about 25 minutes longer.<br /></p></span><span style="font-weight: bold;">Yield</span><br />8 Servings (1 pepper)<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Nutritional Information</span><br /><span style="font-size:85%;">CALORIES 210<br />FAT 6g (Sat. 2.5g)<br />SODIUM 400 mg<br />CARBOHYDRATES 19g<br />FIBER 6g<br />PROTEIN 21g</span>Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07403618523163057557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6191321322763850596.post-86758893031459694052008-05-28T20:46:00.000-07:002008-05-28T20:47:50.357-07:00Have gotten a little behind.Since the end of spring semester and the start of my nutrition courses, I have gotten behind in posting. Bad blogger! <br />And I have a TON of recipes to share when I do post again. So many good things for you to cook! <br /><br />I shall return...Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07403618523163057557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6191321322763850596.post-89673586537258773522008-04-24T21:04:00.001-07:002008-04-24T21:49:38.684-07:00Tofu, don't I know you?<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcrJWdQ_hPb00bf6Q5AGkLVMxkLyOWQA_jp0yMi1dKNa54_IcprmAipAofCH8MyRBRjHKWgvGc6GlDFx0QyIj15pNC4jUGd3yLWBuzHmAtgsCLAcLQ1lahY045zOJcAn-yX4WKqPkuPVrx/s1600-h/IMG_2190.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcrJWdQ_hPb00bf6Q5AGkLVMxkLyOWQA_jp0yMi1dKNa54_IcprmAipAofCH8MyRBRjHKWgvGc6GlDFx0QyIj15pNC4jUGd3yLWBuzHmAtgsCLAcLQ1lahY045zOJcAn-yX4WKqPkuPVrx/s320/IMG_2190.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5193028950858821570" border="0" /></a><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Aaaah</span>, hummus. The dip with the grainy <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">mouthfeel</span> and somewhat odd taste that is great with carrots, celery, pita chips, and many more vegetables. Usually made with chickpeas (also known as garbanzo beans) and <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">tahini</span>, hummus is a traditional dish in the Middle East. I have another version of hummus that I usually make that is much <a href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Spiced-Sweet-Roasted-Red-Pepper-Hummus/Detail.aspx">spicier</a> and contains the traditional ingredients, but found this recipe in my favorite cookbook <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Food-You-Crave-Luscious-Recipes/dp/1600850219"><span style="font-style: italic;">The Food You Crave </span>by Ellie <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Krieger</span></a> and just had to try it.<br /><br />I wanted to make this because I had leftover tofu from the <a href="http://nutsfornutrition.blogspot.com/2008/04/sesame.html">Peanut Sesame Noodles</a> that I made the other night and I love <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">edamame</span>. But not as much as <a href="http://www.dooce.com/2008/04/21/hey-dad-looks-i-married-right-one"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">Dooce</span></a> does, apparently. Tofu is not a regular staple in my household, as most recipes that I make must contain some sort of meat - or so demands my carnivorous hubby. However, I have also found that he will most likely eat what I make, even if he doesn't like it a lot. And even if he has to add more salt. Which is quite often.<br /><br />I digress. <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">Uuuuhhhh</span> ... tofu! I was talking about tofu. Tofu is loaded with <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">tryptophan</span>, which does not make you sleepy by itself and is an essential amino acid. Tofu is also very high in protein and iron, both of which are very good for your blood. Tofu usually comes in soft or firm and can be fried, sauteed, baked or eaten raw. The beauty of tofu is that it usually takes on the flavor of the sauce it is served in or the food it is served with. I dare you to try this inexpensive vegetarian staple!<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8">Edamame</span> Hummus </span><span style="font-size:85%;">(from </span><span style="font-style: italic;font-size:85%;" >The Food You Crave</span><span style="font-size:85%;"> by <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/food/recipes/recipe/0,,FOOD_9936_37395,00.html">Ellie <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_9">Krieger</span></a>)</span><br /><span class="bodytext">2 cups shelled <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_10">edamame</span>, cooked according to package directions<br />1 cup silken tofu, briefly drained of excess liquid<br />1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste<br />3 cloves garlic<br />1/4 cup olive oil<br />1/3 cup lemon juice, plus more, to taste<br />1 1/2 teaspoons cumin, plus more, for garnish<br /><br /></span><span class="bodytext">Set 1 tablespoon of <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_11">edamame</span> aside for a garnish. Place the rest of the <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_12">edamame</span>, tofu, salt, garlic, oil, lemon juice, and 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin in the bowl of a food processor and process until very smooth, about 2 minutes. Season with additional salt and pepper, plus more lemon juice, if desired. Remove to a serving bowl and garnish with reserved <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_13">edamame</span>, and some cumin.<br /><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;">Yield</span><br />12 Servings (1/4 cup each)<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Nutritional Information</span><br /><span style="font-size:85%;">CALORIES 90<br />FAT 6g (Sat. 0.7g, Poly 0.8g, Mono 3.5g)<br />CHOLESTEROL 0mg<br />SODIUM 110 mg<br />CARBOHYDRATES 5g<br />FIBER 2g<br />PROTEIN 4g</span>Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07403618523163057557noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6191321322763850596.post-89222135549046952332008-04-24T19:01:00.000-07:002008-04-24T21:03:11.065-07:00Sesame for me<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj12HXVBj11hmDy2BCetnTvahzF0o4O4GfIat1D2TrcDfk7txPOSB056566NvnNzFj2M9cgB2F7TTE3LJGIHPbFMPn0JivZcpbcLtHcaiQIxOSqwaPm3lj0DSSXDOBMD03DWc3lSRmc7WTk/s1600-h/IMG_2186.JPG"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj12HXVBj11hmDy2BCetnTvahzF0o4O4GfIat1D2TrcDfk7txPOSB056566NvnNzFj2M9cgB2F7TTE3LJGIHPbFMPn0JivZcpbcLtHcaiQIxOSqwaPm3lj0DSSXDOBMD03DWc3lSRmc7WTk/s320/IMG_2186.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5192999465908334482" border="0" /></a>When I first saw <a href="http://smittenkitchen.com/2008/04/peanut-sesame-noodles/">this recipe</a> on the Smitten Kitchen blog, I thought, mmmm, looks good, but it's probably too difficult. Then I read further and realized how easy and good it sounded.<br />It was easy and quick!!! And oh, so so good. Hubby and I both loved it and we barely like tofu. However, I must warn you, this is NOT a light recipe. It does have lots of nutrients, but this is definitely one of those recipes that fits in the "once in a long while" category of your moderate diet. ; )<br /><br />On that note ... what is good about this recipe is the sesame! Both the sesame oil in the dressing and the toasted sesame seeds offer lots of unsaturated fats and are a very good source of copper. Sesame also contains fibrous groups called lingans that have been shown to lower blood cholesterol and blood pressure. Sesame seeds, although mostly known as being white, also come in yellow, red and black.<br /><br />I also have to say that I loved how many vegetables were in this. And the soba noodles (buckwheat) cooked really quickly and were exceptionally tasty. I can't wait to make this again... in oh, 4 months. ; )<br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj22O4kwR3M0ifGFSKFYSNKSCx_BZkbLlApVJ8cvuq5zVNPV7j5Vznlztty_2xfmc2Foufgg0-ngZs0DqLrywgzVhJEpq-63_k3efrrKxFtBV_8E5tmePJStXmh9_lBSzw7619lbPLINHFt/s1600-h/IMG_2189.JPG"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj22O4kwR3M0ifGFSKFYSNKSCx_BZkbLlApVJ8cvuq5zVNPV7j5Vznlztty_2xfmc2Foufgg0-ngZs0DqLrywgzVhJEpq-63_k3efrrKxFtBV_8E5tmePJStXmh9_lBSzw7619lbPLINHFt/s320/IMG_2189.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5192999474498269090" border="0" /></a><b>Peanut Sesame Noodles</b><br /><p><a href="http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/106572">(as seen in Smitten Kitchen blog [Adapted from Gourmet, June 2002])</a></p> <p>Servings: Makes 6 side-dish or 4 vegetarian main-course servings.</p> <p>For peanut dressing<br />1/2 cup smooth peanut butter<br />1/4 cup soy sauce <span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-style: italic;">(I used low sodium to control the salt)</span></span><br />1/3 cup warm water<br />1 tablespoon chopped peeled fresh ginger<br />1 medium garlic clove, chopped<br />2 tablespoons rice vinegar<br />1 1/2 tablespoons Asian toasted sesame oil<br />1 tablespoon honey<br />1 teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakes or a splash of the hot sauce or chili paste of your choice</p> <p>For noodles<br />3/4 lb dried soba nooodles (dried linguine fini or spaghetti will work in a pinch)<br />4 scallions, thinly sliced<br />1 red bell pepper, cut into 1/8-inch-thick strips<br />1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1/8-inch-thick strips<br />Half a seedless cucumber, thinly sliced<br />1 cup firm or extra-firm tofu, cubed<br />3 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted</p> <p>Purée dressing ingredients in a blender until smooth, about 2 minutes, then transfer to a large bowl.</p> <p>Cook pasta in a 6- to 8-quart pot of boiling salted water until tender. Drain in a colander, then rinse well under cold water.</p> <p>Add pasta, scallions, bell peppers, cucumber and tofu to dressing, tossing to combine. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and serve immediately.</p></div><div style="text-align: right;"><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Nutritional Information<br /></span><span style="font-style: italic;">(for one main serving)</span><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="font-size:85%;">CALORIES 740</span><br /><span style="font-size:85%;">FAT 31g (Sat. 5.5g)</span><br /><span style="font-size:85%;">CHOLESTEROL 0mg</span><br /><span style="font-size:85%;">SODIUM 1,524 mg<br />POTASSIUM 965mg<br /></span><span style="font-size:85%;">CARBOHYDRATES 94g</span><br /><span style="font-size:85%;">FIBER 6.6g</span><br /><span style="font-size:85%;">PROTEIN 35g</span></div><br /></div>Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07403618523163057557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6191321322763850596.post-49359592723090296242008-04-20T22:03:00.000-07:002008-04-21T20:55:52.638-07:00Short and Easy Week<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMuw-Q7N-AoYGr8YvfE78-uTGutglF3Wh1FXpcen3QIbZWE6ZNfHLu8WpLjF7szdur1IVNCtsC9XhCwTU47KOWG6aYW3aFVLQKhQHrRZB61y6G4dH-1ZEm5eJ7QlYkPjusaNT3ytrJ9ctq/s1600-h/mpm1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMuw-Q7N-AoYGr8YvfE78-uTGutglF3Wh1FXpcen3QIbZWE6ZNfHLu8WpLjF7szdur1IVNCtsC9XhCwTU47KOWG6aYW3aFVLQKhQHrRZB61y6G4dH-1ZEm5eJ7QlYkPjusaNT3ytrJ9ctq/s320/mpm1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5191544573130591906" border="0" /></a>This week is pretty short since we are heading to Kansas on Friday to see my little, er, younger, brother graduate from college! So excited that not only do we get to see him don his cap and gown, but my older brother and sister-in-law will be there as well and we will be staying with my grandparents. Hooray! So, here's the menu for this week. Short and sweet!<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Monday: </span>Class/OYO<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Tuesday:</span> Peanut Sesame Noodles ala <a href="http://smittenkitchen.com/2008/04/peanut-sesame-noodles/">Smitten Kitchen</a><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Wednesday: </span>Stir-Fry with Chicken<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Thursday:</span> Baked Potatoes with Pick-Your-Own Toppings (spiced ground beef, cheese, butter, sour cream, salsa, etc.)<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Friday - Sunday:</span> In Sterling, KS for bro's graduation!<br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">See the rest of the MPM bloggers' menus <a href="http://orgjunkie.com/2008/04/menu-plan-monday-april-21st.html">here</a>.<br /><span style="font-style: italic;"><br /><br /></span></span><span style="font-weight: bold;">Have a great week everyone!!</span><span style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-style: italic;"><br /></span></span>Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07403618523163057557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6191321322763850596.post-34405713291119976402008-04-20T22:01:00.000-07:002008-04-20T21:03:12.035-07:00Nuts for Nutrition<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhV_kHxq1dRxxbmga0gTrm7LVYKMCHkNepzdR2TzAHmabWbM5WyNj_Th48jUe8QRInJ2ovLavBrXi3kqIhCNpEHNiPuLMN9-1zxhTaJXXRQCuUFG1KehBCBwnyS3KguAkDQvw8TdH9IodX8/s1600-h/IMG_2116.JPG"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 306px; height: 229px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhV_kHxq1dRxxbmga0gTrm7LVYKMCHkNepzdR2TzAHmabWbM5WyNj_Th48jUe8QRInJ2ovLavBrXi3kqIhCNpEHNiPuLMN9-1zxhTaJXXRQCuUFG1KehBCBwnyS3KguAkDQvw8TdH9IodX8/s320/IMG_2116.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5188851481784675250" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Finally, an answer to what I just <span style="font-style: italic;">know</span> you all have been thinking - just what is this blog all about anyways? ; ) When thinking about a starting a cooking blog, I really wanted to write one that not only had the nutritional information for good recipes, but also highlighted key elements that are good for the body.<br /><br />Why "Nuts for Nutrition"? Well, the title has many meanings. 1) I am nuts for nutrition - as a dietetics student and avid good food eater, I am always advocating foods with high nutrient value. I thought it was about time that I share those good (and sometimes bad) recipes with others. 2) Nuts are excellent for nutrition! As I will outline below, nuts have numerous nutrients and are often undervalued in our diets. 3) My nickname is Nutmegs - so the Nut part only fit better! ; )<br /><br />So how about them nuts? First of all, there are many, many different kinds of nuts. There are soy nuts and peanuts, almonds and cashews, walnuts, pine nuts, pistachios and chestnuts, Brazil nuts, macadamia nuts, pecans and coconuts. I feel like Bubba Gump. ; ) I decided to highlight a few of the most used for your enjoyment - oh and of course a recipe - granola!!<br /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjc1pxvsx69HVdCa5iKX7eveMEDaFj5EpIt83c6C9YG-79TYY3yjwWum9AIP-Eonm1jttzyCEw_CtjxdIO3L0yP1AQUZPf4rwrNT1rYb-qmzVMDWufJ9HBKNZart-meoa7FWzQbujtYAGb/s1600-h/IMG_2120.JPG"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 181px; height: 135px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjc1pxvsx69HVdCa5iKX7eveMEDaFj5EpIt83c6C9YG-79TYY3yjwWum9AIP-Eonm1jttzyCEw_CtjxdIO3L0yP1AQUZPf4rwrNT1rYb-qmzVMDWufJ9HBKNZart-meoa7FWzQbujtYAGb/s320/IMG_2120.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5188859242790579186" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPTOg8fby6gUcDDUO6YhUtWtnFSaa5ZWRhlJncX5GRuikA12PEX-aGVsKMIEAtv9H5R77RpZKJ7PBwsZfc-Z4DBepngQULFI-exSxUE6aiX2xvOUj50bnVTJFKnHI2HkYzwJbqjuod37VR/s1600-h/IMG_2118.JPG"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 181px; height: 135px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPTOg8fby6gUcDDUO6YhUtWtnFSaa5ZWRhlJncX5GRuikA12PEX-aGVsKMIEAtv9H5R77RpZKJ7PBwsZfc-Z4DBepngQULFI-exSxUE6aiX2xvOUj50bnVTJFKnHI2HkYzwJbqjuod37VR/s320/IMG_2118.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5188851494669577170" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzQg4PabveICa09DxBTiEtIEgV7s_Z_MiKiRMkIrhkhtE_XYpcXNHeYXgD8s9NuQ2gsokKUxtS7mu_5EAdFLmziaMLluljggOmO4G4nVnGDfz3_cRHPp_wVkR-zYXsk2aw2MMqu94uY-6X/s1600-h/IMG_2117.JPG"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 182px; height: 135px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzQg4PabveICa09DxBTiEtIEgV7s_Z_MiKiRMkIrhkhtE_XYpcXNHeYXgD8s9NuQ2gsokKUxtS7mu_5EAdFLmziaMLluljggOmO4G4nVnGDfz3_cRHPp_wVkR-zYXsk2aw2MMqu94uY-6X/s320/IMG_2117.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5188851486079642562" border="0" /></a><br /></div><span style="font-weight: bold;">Pecans: </span>Good source of protein and Vitamin E, lots of unsaturated fats (60% mono, 30% poly - good to break down the LDL in blood), 1 ounce provides 10% of daily value (DV) of fiber.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Walnuts:</span> Excellent source of Omega-3 fatty acids (1/4 c. provides 90% of DV), very good source of manganese, contains an antioxidant called ellagic acid that supports the immune system and has anti-cancer properties<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Almonds:</span> Very good source of manganese and Vitamin E, high amount of monounsaturated fats, may help you lose weight<br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Side Note: What is manganese? Manganese is a cofactor for your enzymes that aids in disarming free radicals in a cell's cytoplasm. In other words, it helps prevent cancer. </span></span><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsnKd5y-zSg50eeUcIbKKZ9xMA5P9cNxJikTOL-uVBQB4FYCD8ZgtpF3gdvEa6t1t0PI2A-3ZWVV8O5pTg-kJWQDQTSzW94ctNV0Ysluw5yaUGCm5_NDKkokEMK4J4toqtSFWWdMkOie8D/s1600-h/IMG_2121.JPG"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 268px; height: 201px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsnKd5y-zSg50eeUcIbKKZ9xMA5P9cNxJikTOL-uVBQB4FYCD8ZgtpF3gdvEa6t1t0PI2A-3ZWVV8O5pTg-kJWQDQTSzW94ctNV0Ysluw5yaUGCm5_NDKkokEMK4J4toqtSFWWdMkOie8D/s320/IMG_2121.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5188859247085546498" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqGpumPCbIxhw9CV2F19EsixCqOOp4Lwcr6V1cuR0mXs7IsBhW714CK8eZ0-Ck4pTIPRROEAontPDV_LRUTfeYkX2pbLxbIVZjPBuWA3Aw7ghvBuE35PVBb1ZlRyaG1nb2KJarbQqgciZ2/s1600-h/IMG_2124.JPG"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 268px; height: 201px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqGpumPCbIxhw9CV2F19EsixCqOOp4Lwcr6V1cuR0mXs7IsBhW714CK8eZ0-Ck4pTIPRROEAontPDV_LRUTfeYkX2pbLxbIVZjPBuWA3Aw7ghvBuE35PVBb1ZlRyaG1nb2KJarbQqgciZ2/s320/IMG_2124.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5188859831201098770" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;">I like to serve this granola with yogurt or milk poured over it. Yummy!<br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Nutty Granola</span> (from <span style="font-style: italic;">The Food You Crave</span> by <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/food/recipes/recipe/0,,FOOD_9936_36720,00.html">Ellie Krieger</a>)<br /><br /><span class="bodytext">Cooking Spray </span><br /><span class="bodytext">3 cups old-fashioned oats </span><br /><span class="bodytext">1/2 cup chopped raw, unsalted walnuts </span><br /><span class="bodytext">1/2 cup chopped unsalted almonds </span><br /><span class="bodytext">1/2 cup chopped unsalted pecans </span><br /><span class="bodytext">1/2 cup maple syrup <span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-style: italic;"></span></span></span><span class="bodytext"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-style: italic;">(regular may work, but trust me, it tastes better with the real stuff)</span></span></span><br /><span class="bodytext">1/4 teaspoon salt </span><br /><span class="bodytext">1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon </span><br /><span class="bodytext">1/2 cup raisins, optional <span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-style: italic;"></span></span></span><span class="bodytext"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-style: italic;"> (I like to do a combination of dried cranberries and raisins)</span></span></span><span class="bodytext"></span><br /><span class="bodytext"></span><br /><span class="bodytext">Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F. Spray a large baking sheet with cooking spray. <p>In a medium bowl combine the oats, nuts, maple syrup, salt, cinnamon and the raisins, if using. Spread the mixture onto the baking sheet and bake until golden brown, stirring occasionally, about 30 minutes. Transfer the sheet to a cooling rack and let cool completely. Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container.</p></span><span style="font-weight: bold;">Yield</span><br />9 (1/2 cup) Servings<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Nutritional Information</span><br /><span style="font-size:85%;">CALORIES 280</span><br /><span style="font-size:85%;">FAT 15g (Sat. 1.5g)</span><br /><span style="font-size:85%;">CHOLESTEROL 0mg</span><br /><span style="font-size:85%;">SODIUM 67 mg</span><br /><span style="font-size:85%;">CARBOHYDRATES 34g</span><br /><span style="font-size:85%;">FIBER 4.5g</span><br /><span style="font-size:85%;">PROTEIN 7g</span><br /><br /></div></div>Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07403618523163057557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6191321322763850596.post-70597422032640781952008-04-13T21:09:00.000-07:002008-04-13T21:48:52.812-07:00Monday, Monday, Monday!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjI6WwwLzj2DkMooYUQXEJjdOPy-OV9iX6ccJm_wzpyHPOoQG9Tpy6jI_2fkoOB2oESPYobVWwab-eXyW6je2gudFwfyJe816hvfnY12_xnNv3WAd_zgtXx4znT2q21qm_pAgcMT1v8U8O3/s1600-h/mpm1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjI6WwwLzj2DkMooYUQXEJjdOPy-OV9iX6ccJm_wzpyHPOoQG9Tpy6jI_2fkoOB2oESPYobVWwab-eXyW6je2gudFwfyJe816hvfnY12_xnNv3WAd_zgtXx4znT2q21qm_pAgcMT1v8U8O3/s320/mpm1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5188948599585172514" border="0" /></a>It's that time again! This week is fairly plan free as I needed a small break. One of my favorite meals is on Thursday, though!!<br /><br />Monday: On Your Own/Class<br />Tuesday: Chopped Nicoise Salad (leftover from last week, didn't make)<br />Wednesday: Spaghetti or Stir-Fry with Chicken<br />Thursday: Greek-Style Stuffed Peppers<br />Friday: Veggie Pizza<br />Saturday: Spaghetti or Stir-Fry with Chicken<br /><br />To see the roundup of menus from other bloggers, <a href="http://orgjunkie.com/2008/04/menu-plan-monday-april-14th.html">click here</a>.<br /><br />Hubby and I went snowshoeing in Rocky Mountain National Park on Saturday and it was GORGEOUS!! There wasn't a soul on the trail with us and it was so quiet, minus the creaking of the trees as they bowed in the wind. Here are just a few pictures from our 4 mile hike through the fresh powder.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRplqB91CZBh8ZSYEcUpxxvdstE1ugg5nJF7jjzLrmQjWZkKtmEPut9o8PBHhHsstD4cw-apjeLFjZoQqMK5B-El8FeaHc0zOevMNoUqK3z0TeduBnDPNQwALMGB0-jy5ordfva_CScvDf/s1600-h/IMG_2134.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRplqB91CZBh8ZSYEcUpxxvdstE1ugg5nJF7jjzLrmQjWZkKtmEPut9o8PBHhHsstD4cw-apjeLFjZoQqMK5B-El8FeaHc0zOevMNoUqK3z0TeduBnDPNQwALMGB0-jy5ordfva_CScvDf/s320/IMG_2134.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5188951855170382898" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdo2Z1SRTOkT6GhSj34oNxqA6y3AwIK_mCQ_iUV4wC-_GP41KAG_9syedL_dz9KFlmXaxoT2NQW3r0vxUQyCdUiG713eAhuUZ-kWffCT9Jv0rKxYkXb7QKsQFCi6_toORMOpMwFXptRlOx/s1600-h/IMG_2144.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdo2Z1SRTOkT6GhSj34oNxqA6y3AwIK_mCQ_iUV4wC-_GP41KAG_9syedL_dz9KFlmXaxoT2NQW3r0vxUQyCdUiG713eAhuUZ-kWffCT9Jv0rKxYkXb7QKsQFCi6_toORMOpMwFXptRlOx/s320/IMG_2144.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5188951872350252114" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpnxHj9R1Y0lI7M1SSuHmNLGOm-BBDguJTW1RT8nqaT-MT7EsOKBaK685ZimSUej_XDbGaCHb_xmXzZ80jTa5jpY0PUVTIaoax2PGOE4YPyxYfRHtHrm-ad36g5ZJ7SVks8nYtkp6IAcZ4/s1600-h/IMG_2143.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpnxHj9R1Y0lI7M1SSuHmNLGOm-BBDguJTW1RT8nqaT-MT7EsOKBaK685ZimSUej_XDbGaCHb_xmXzZ80jTa5jpY0PUVTIaoax2PGOE4YPyxYfRHtHrm-ad36g5ZJ7SVks8nYtkp6IAcZ4/s320/IMG_2143.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5188953714891222114" border="0" /></a><br />This sign was buried in about 4 feet of snow!! We also sat on a "bench" that is normally the horse-tie before the meadows. Only in Colorado. ; )Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07403618523163057557noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6191321322763850596.post-42080632929550692322008-04-09T10:05:00.000-07:002008-04-09T10:38:22.741-07:00Menu for this week (late!)I was lazy in posting my menu on Monday this week, even though I prepared in on Sunday, like usual. Nothing too special this week, although I am looking forward to the Chopped <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Nicoise</span> Salad on Friday and the meal on Saturday as well. Although, those are up in the air as to when I make them as we might go up <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Granby</span> on Friday night for some skiing or snowshoeing on Saturday.<br /><br />Monday: Class, On Your Own Dinner<br />Tuesday: Cornmeal Crusted Catfish with Mushroom-Curry Bulgar<br />Wednesday: Enchilada Bake with Salad<br />Thursday: John and Tina's Wedding<br />Friday: Chopped <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Nicoise</span> Salad<br />Saturday: Chile <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Relleno</span> Casserole<br />Sunday: Open for Options!!<br /><br />In other news, I got registered for the online nutrition courses that I wanted for my BS in Dietetics!! So excited to start those on May 19<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">th</span>! Until then, my Biology class is going splendidly well.Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07403618523163057557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6191321322763850596.post-27932711535457122392008-04-03T19:28:00.000-07:002008-04-03T21:17:27.817-07:00Broccoli - the super veggie<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijq89EAvCEOmR0A62fW94gDstuMUBUu9973-tgYYxYogy4XxGjxg-ZwWZkSEsITbUgZvdiM5RpkyiiTQGHzCtxOO04hBh3Z_XgTnObNz_mtABAa7-T2H257es0izP75pvTK1LL91_Bsu74/s1600-h/IMG_2089.JPG"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 175px; height: 131px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijq89EAvCEOmR0A62fW94gDstuMUBUu9973-tgYYxYogy4XxGjxg-ZwWZkSEsITbUgZvdiM5RpkyiiTQGHzCtxOO04hBh3Z_XgTnObNz_mtABAa7-T2H257es0izP75pvTK1LL91_Bsu74/s200/IMG_2089.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5185214627551373474" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1b1ay6ybSjuWak4qnkMfSsBJ8XAKMS9AmG9IK3NDgzOK5F0tG3LUEPeOKs3Wdy6ifEEBs2NuExf7QZrM9FaPO9e5JLQTjRFJL3msOCPlqszBkD1z0EK4wQqIlnyyu_7c3XB1MXaVCROcV/s1600-h/IMG_2090.JPG"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 175px; height: 131px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1b1ay6ybSjuWak4qnkMfSsBJ8XAKMS9AmG9IK3NDgzOK5F0tG3LUEPeOKs3Wdy6ifEEBs2NuExf7QZrM9FaPO9e5JLQTjRFJL3msOCPlqszBkD1z0EK4wQqIlnyyu_7c3XB1MXaVCROcV/s200/IMG_2090.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5185214099270396050" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuOoooqpec3a41tyAMfNMvWSKgoIk4Z8938DMcNWa21i6PfMgYMvUzG-djZwkCUdiKTqR0Y-6rTtslpfLSLICAxJq8kMvzv2hJTEJY25awUphofZvf8OabuqOKwZhnZS9sS1CTdiZ-XI7j/s1600-h/IMG_2088.JPG"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 175px; height: 131px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuOoooqpec3a41tyAMfNMvWSKgoIk4Z8938DMcNWa21i6PfMgYMvUzG-djZwkCUdiKTqR0Y-6rTtslpfLSLICAxJq8kMvzv2hJTEJY25awUphofZvf8OabuqOKwZhnZS9sS1CTdiZ-XI7j/s200/IMG_2088.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5185213729903208578" border="0" /></a><br /><br />I love broccoli. It's filling; it's tasty; it's versatile. And it looks like little trees! Plus, it's one beautiful vegetable, look at the color! The red pepper was gorgeous as well and I couldn't resist getting some wonderful shots of these colorful vegetables.<br /><br />I was intrigued by the following recipe when I read that the broccoli was to be browned and the red peppers barely blackened. I was anticipating that I would burn both, as I sometimes do in dishes, but I have learned that at our high altitude, it is better to cook items on medium when the recipe calls for medium-high, so they faired well!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjG_6TAdBW8SsKW4dudH2fiDRg-m0OI3qQB-dBrvUXxMgLQ4SToRo-mZs3AC2B3AvZR-jKhJtfG9krnVjgfifcP3s8Cv1H802lu5yzXuFYiSuOarbV48miXfBADTNcg6T6MDCktA7kZMYTt/s1600-h/IMG_2096.JPG"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 176px; height: 132px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjG_6TAdBW8SsKW4dudH2fiDRg-m0OI3qQB-dBrvUXxMgLQ4SToRo-mZs3AC2B3AvZR-jKhJtfG9krnVjgfifcP3s8Cv1H802lu5yzXuFYiSuOarbV48miXfBADTNcg6T6MDCktA7kZMYTt/s200/IMG_2096.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5185216263933913266" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcdbhWClfj0nhSS4y0lEZYOOIOPdGjySPOszvDy3QnXGqOyl6BGEW_7GxnQiaqJPWDeFnMofkyk6Vhj-IZvAArQDN_gTpuqoRnGADYNv-4739iC8Zsw48ix9N-OmWGjCueXqmYMLXb-d4V/s1600-h/IMG_2097.JPG"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 176px; height: 131px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcdbhWClfj0nhSS4y0lEZYOOIOPdGjySPOszvDy3QnXGqOyl6BGEW_7GxnQiaqJPWDeFnMofkyk6Vhj-IZvAArQDN_gTpuqoRnGADYNv-4739iC8Zsw48ix9N-OmWGjCueXqmYMLXb-d4V/s200/IMG_2097.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5185217595373775042" border="0" /></a><br /><br />There are many, many good things about this recipe, including the short amount of time that it took to cook it, but I wanted to put the spotlight on the green broccoli (as opposed to blue broccoli, you know? <span style="font-size:78%;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Note sarcasm</span></span>). These little tree stalks are nutrient rich, loaded with Vitamin C (200 % of your daily value), Vitamin K (194% DV), and fiber. This tasty veggie has also been shown to help prevent cancer and detoxify your body with its plethora of phytonutrients. There is so much more to tell about broccoli, but I will leave that for another post about this crunchy veggie.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOX9wQBFXfXJsbmJFg_q1Wgn5Is17H1slbEodkbA_QCMtldjCx7cLZToivmrAHrMU6TMmiObWSNcZWW29XD9XOIFHDhYLQpiIeNB75p02cpR3-i5906Uz_k31At2vr6IQANj-CDAKxQI6V/s1600-h/IMG_2098.JPG"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 179px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOX9wQBFXfXJsbmJFg_q1Wgn5Is17H1slbEodkbA_QCMtldjCx7cLZToivmrAHrMU6TMmiObWSNcZWW29XD9XOIFHDhYLQpiIeNB75p02cpR3-i5906Uz_k31At2vr6IQANj-CDAKxQI6V/s200/IMG_2098.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5185237884799281362" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />Rigatoni with Broccoli and Canadian Bacon </span>(from Cooking Light)<span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><br /></span>2 quarts water<br />4 ounces rigatoni pasta (<span style="font-style: italic;">I used bow tie</span>)<br />1 Tablespoon olive oil, plus 1 teaspoon<br />3 cups broccoli spears<br />1 1/3 cups julienned red pepper (1 large red pepper)<br />4 ounces Canadian Bacon, cut into 1/4" strips<br />2 minced garlic cloves<br /><br />Cook the pasta in boiling water for about 10 minutes, or until the pasta is "al dente". (<span style="font-style: italic;">I cooked it a little longer, I like my pasta softer.)</span> Set aside in a medium sized bowl.<br />Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the broccoli and cook until browned, stirring often, about 8 minutes. Remove the broccoli from the skillet and set aside.<br />Add 1 teaspoon of olive oil to the skillet and add the red bell peppers. Cook until slightly blackened, about 5 minutes. Add the broccoli back into the skillet. Add in the Canadian bacon and garlic, cooking until warmed, about 2 minutes. Remove from skillet and stir in with the pasta and serve.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Yield</span><br />3 Servings (Adjusted, recipe states 5 servings - I say that's a bunch of baloney)<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Nutritional Information</span><br /><span style="font-size:85%;">CALORIES 201<br />FAT 9.5g (Sat. 1.8g, Poly 1.2g, Mono 5.7g)<br />CHOLESTEROL 30.3mg<br />SODIUM 500.3 mg<br />POTASSIUM 535.9 mg<br />CARBOHYDRATES 18.4g<br />FIBER 3.7g<br />PROTEIN 12.7g</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span>Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07403618523163057557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6191321322763850596.post-10364267047383924592008-04-02T21:03:00.000-07:002008-04-03T06:19:50.751-07:00Beans, beans, the musical fruit...<span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">...the more that you eat, the more that you toot! Yes, that's right, I'm talking about your colon and food! (And if you haven't heard my sister and I sing that song in harmony, you are missing </span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">out!</span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">) The scrumptious casserole that was tonight's dinner was full of the fiber filled fritters. (Say that ten times fast).</span><br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">There are many types of beans (black, red, kidney, garbanzo, etc.), but this dish features pinto beans. Beans are not only a great source of fiber, but they are also packed with antioxidants (especially black beans), full of essential nutrients and contain nonheme iron - which is one of two kinds of iron that you need in your diet. They are an excellent source of protein for diabetics as they help maintain a person's blood sugar levels and help lower cholesterol. </span><br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">In addition to all of these great things, this meal was made by my wonderful hubby!! I'm full of beans, you say? Nope, just a very lucky woman. Since I have class on Mondays and Wednesdays and don't get home until 8 on Wednesdays(10 on Mondays), he has taken to cooking dinner on these nights. I am so blessed!</span><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQ-X4HDPCZhjbbsnD0yRjBUWAQhzUn3tF55GDiu0NE7ztMe1ormNkJSF5lMkBUircQM_lMpTh5WDfPOzzZIFVz7qtAw9-t0z59I0aN9Wmi9QYhDooNc0sr16qypOc18V0-kzj9McBfTYbZ/s1600-h/IMG_2087.JPG"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQ-X4HDPCZhjbbsnD0yRjBUWAQhzUn3tF55GDiu0NE7ztMe1ormNkJSF5lMkBUircQM_lMpTh5WDfPOzzZIFVz7qtAw9-t0z59I0aN9Wmi9QYhDooNc0sr16qypOc18V0-kzj9McBfTYbZ/s320/IMG_2087.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5184870609260898386" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Beef, Bean and Corn-Bread Casserole</span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> (from </span><a style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" href="http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=665344">Cooking Light</a><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">)</span><br /><br /><p class="ingred"> <core:ifnotequal object1="">3/4 </core:ifnotequal>pound 93% ultra-lean ground beef (we used 1 lb. of ground turkey)<br /> <core:ifnotequal object1="">1 </core:ifnotequal>cup chopped onion<br /> <core:ifnotequal object1="">1 </core:ifnotequal>garlic clove, minced<br />Cooking Spray<br /><core:ifnotequal object1=""></core:ifnotequal><core:ifnotequal object1="">1 </core:ifnotequal>tablespoon chili powder (Hubby used Chipotle Chili Powder - it was spicy!)<br /> <core:ifnotequal object1="">1 1/2 </core:ifnotequal>teaspoons ground cumin<br /> <core:ifnotequal object1="">1 </core:ifnotequal>teaspoon sugar<br /> <core:ifnotequal object1="">1/2 </core:ifnotequal>teaspoon dried oregano<br /> <core:ifnotequal object1="">2 </core:ifnotequal>(8-ounce) cans no-salt-added tomato sauce<br /> <core:ifnotequal object1="">1 </core:ifnotequal>(16-ounce) can pinto beans, drained<br /> <core:ifnotequal object1="">1 </core:ifnotequal>(4.5-ounce) can chopped green chiles, drained<br /> <core:ifnotequal object1="">3/4 </core:ifnotequal>cup skim milk<br /> <core:ifnotequal object1="">1 </core:ifnotequal>egg, lightly beaten<br /> <core:ifnotequal object1="">1 1/3 </core:ifnotequal>cups self-rising yellow cornmeal mix<br /> </p><!-- end class="rcpdetail" --> <!-- PREPARATION --> <div class="rcpdetail"> <span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Cook beef, onion, and garlic in a large saucepan coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat until browned, stirring frequently to crumble the beef. Drain the beef mixture in a colander.</span><p style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Return beef mixture to pan. Add chili powder, cumin, sugar, oregano, tomato sauce, pinto beans, and chiles; cover and cook over medium-low heat for 10 minutes. Pour mixture into a 2-quart casserole coated with cooking spray; set aside.</p><p style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Combine the milk and egg in a bowl, and stir well. Add the cornmeal mix, and stir well. Pour the cornmeal mixture over the beef mixture. Bake at 400° for 20 minutes or until the corn-bread topping is lightly browned.</p></div><!-- end class="rcpdetail" --> <!-- YIELD --> <div style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" class="rcpdetail"> <h2><span style="font-size:85%;">Yield</span></h2> <p><span style="font-size:85%;">4 servings</span></p> </div><!-- end class="rcpdetail" --><!-- NUTRITIONAL INFO --> <script>writeNutrient();</script><h2 style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Nutritional Information</span></h2><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">CALORIES 448(18% from fat)<br />FAT 9g (sat 2.9g,mono 3.5g,poly 1.3g)<br />CHOLESTEROL 108mg<br />SODIUM 948mg<br />CARBOHYDRATE 64.8g<br />FIBER 4.4g<br /></span><span style="font-style: italic;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">PROTEIN 29.7g</span><br /><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"></span><br /></span></span>Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07403618523163057557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6191321322763850596.post-41020287032584027472008-04-02T20:12:00.000-07:002008-04-02T21:02:23.073-07:00Thyme for more soup!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIzlS4ogvNT6weur6TCVmd16vEKM5PimKCwaMiiyxc5bGL6XLjMoazELoiqsJr4Hl6ieKMdm41ZylBRdTPjvrf2tCnt6DOGbwecC74DdYhu5NyqW3NkVZ_j-hKE0zuEaLyrbr0oOCcg20t/s1600-h/IMG_2083.JPG"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIzlS4ogvNT6weur6TCVmd16vEKM5PimKCwaMiiyxc5bGL6XLjMoazELoiqsJr4Hl6ieKMdm41ZylBRdTPjvrf2tCnt6DOGbwecC74DdYhu5NyqW3NkVZ_j-hKE0zuEaLyrbr0oOCcg20t/s320/IMG_2083.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5184853446571583538" border="0" /></a>Okay, I don't normally make soup that often, but apparently I have been on a <a href="http://nutsfornutrition.blogspot.com/2008/03/chipotle-chicken-tortilla-soup.html">kick lately</a>! This soup looked quick and indeed, it was. Chop the vegetables, chop the chicken and you are ready to begin!<br /><br />I was a little nervous about tempering the eggs, even though I have done it for other recipes before, but it turned out really well. No curdling of the eggs occurred in this episode.<br /><br />So what is so special about this recipe? The thyme, of all things! Thyme has been found not only to be an excellent source of Vitamin K, but it also contains a variety of flavonoids and many antioxidants. Add it to your list of blueberries, pomegranates and green tea as a way to get those cancer preventing enzymes in!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9mrNeZfhuZTeSYwhHo9HWRbXNSnL-0UXly77gK55__k2Udk7dWM-sjbysaH6SIjBZxnyqZC16HD73B9fg2LCkc0GcTn2WGAV-M_EUuj6_2KnrD4IZy2iXxx2IijT5PkdkF55uKiRSS0cR/s1600-h/IMG_2082.JPG"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9mrNeZfhuZTeSYwhHo9HWRbXNSnL-0UXly77gK55__k2Udk7dWM-sjbysaH6SIjBZxnyqZC16HD73B9fg2LCkc0GcTn2WGAV-M_EUuj6_2KnrD4IZy2iXxx2IijT5PkdkF55uKiRSS0cR/s320/IMG_2082.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5184863818917603394" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Lemon Chicken Soup with Orzo</span><br /><br />4 tsp. olive oil, <span style="font-style: italic;">divided</span><br />8 oz. skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into small chunks<br />Pinch of salt, plus more to taste<br />1 med. onion, diced<br />2-3 stalks celery, diced<br />1 med. carrot, diced<br />2 tsp. chopped fresh thyme or 1/2 tsp. dried<br />6 cups low-sodium chicken broth, <span style="font-style: italic;">divided</span><br />1 cup orzo, preferably whole-wheat<br />2 large eggs<br />3 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice<br />Freshly ground pepper to taste<br /><br /><br />Heat 2 teaspoons of the oil in a soup pot over medium-high heat. Season the chicken with the salt, add it to the pot, and cook, stirring a few times, until just cooked through, about 5 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a dish and set aside.<br />Add the remaining 2 teaspoons oil to the pot. Add the onion, celery, carrot and thyme and cook, stirring over medium-high heat until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. Add 5 cups of the broth and bring to a boil. Add the orzo and let simmer until tender, about 8 minutes. Turn the heat down to low to keep the soup hot but not boiling.<br />Warm the remaining 1 cup broth in a small saucepan until it is hot but not boiling. In a medium bowl, beat the eggs. Gradually whisk the lemon juice into the eggs. Then gradually add the hot broth to the egg-lemon mixture, whisking all the while. Add the mixture to the soup, stirring well until the soup is thickened. Do not let the soup come to a boil. Add the cooked chicken to the soup. Season with salt and pepper and serve.<br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Yield<br /></span>4 servings<br />Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Nutrition Information</span><br /></span><span style="font-size:78%;"><span style="font-style: italic;">CALORIES 280<br />FAT 10g (sat 2g,mono 6g,poly 1g)<br />CHOLESTEROL 39mg<br />SODIUM 291mg<br /></span><span style="font-style: italic;">CARBOHYDRATE 22g</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">FIBER 2g<br /></span><span style="font-style: italic;">PROTEIN 26g</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;"><br />Source: Ellie Krieger's "The Food You Crave" - <span style="font-weight: bold;">Love this cookbook!! Have yet to have a bad recipe from it.</span><br /></span><span style="font-style: italic;"></span></span>Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07403618523163057557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6191321322763850596.post-6007045243385129932008-03-30T20:37:00.001-07:002008-03-30T20:57:28.259-07:00Meal Plan Monday<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVkEuCxAcoeYG9_u8pIjKCsNBSyK8LCM5kNbjjLvRRGri9yQrkRPLU_BUaMHPLiYTbTIJQlA4ztNl140RSHEfHN61n7tRgk4LI_fPszAx5OQgGL4e6zFNwbUMPLsuGDVdtZarVkbAymt_C/s1600-h/mpm1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVkEuCxAcoeYG9_u8pIjKCsNBSyK8LCM5kNbjjLvRRGri9yQrkRPLU_BUaMHPLiYTbTIJQlA4ztNl140RSHEfHN61n7tRgk4LI_fPszAx5OQgGL4e6zFNwbUMPLsuGDVdtZarVkbAymt_C/s320/mpm1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5183746792413194242" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />I have been meal planning for a long time, but came across <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">OrgJunkie's</span> Meal Plan Monday on another food blog that I read: <a href="http://juliatylerfoodblog.wordpress.com/">Two Novice Chefs, One Tiny Kitchen</a>.<br /><br />In order to eat healthy, food planning can be your best friend. Not only can you depend on your menu to help count calories, but it also saves you from eating out or grabbing something to go because you don't know what to fix for dinner. Plus, I find that I use fresh food items more efficiently over several meals if need be. So, without further ado, my first Meal Plan Monday!!<br /><br />Monday: On Your Own/Leftover Night (Class)<br /><br />Tuesday: Lemon Chicken Soup with Orzo<br /><br />Wednesday: Beef, Bean and Cornbread Casserole<br /><br />Thursday: Rigatoni with Broccoli & Canadian Bacon<br /><br />Friday: Layered Enchilada Bake with Rice and Beans<br /><br />Saturday: Cornmeal Crusted Catfish with Mushroom-Curry Bulgar<br /><br />Sunday: Lunch at church and leftovers!<br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Check out what's on other <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">bloggers</span>' menus and <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">OrgJunkie's</span> menu <a href="http://orgjunkie.com/2008/03/menu-plan-monday-march-30th.html">here</a>!<br /><br /><br /></span>Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07403618523163057557noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6191321322763850596.post-9037970966378671942008-03-13T21:36:00.000-07:002008-03-18T20:55:58.141-07:00Get Spicy, Get Happy!<div style="text-align: left;">Mmmm...soup. Warm, tasty, filling soup. I have been looking for a good tortilla soup that would satisfy my husband's need for spice and my need for good nutritional quality. Houston, we have a winner! Not only was this meal satiating, but it also was quick! It was done in under thirty minutes.<br /><br />Although I added a couple of ingredients to "beef up" the soup, the <a href="http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=1087094">original recipe</a> would have sufficed. I added corn for a bit more to bite into and some sour cream for a dilution to the spice, plus who has tortilla soup without some sour cream? Reduced fat, of course. The result, a filling concoction that not only showcased the chipotle chile powder, but also hinted at the cilantro that is added before serving.<br /><br />Benefit: So what about this soup is so good for you? Many things, but I would like to showcase the spiciness. Spicy foods not only help keep you slender as you tend to eat less of them, but they also invigorate mood enhancers in your brain. Plus, I always find that a stuffy nose can be easily cleared with some kick to start my eyes watering.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEtqCoqz0sDMf2gvspL9J4qDXyarOLi4Q_LfwQCBEQtQwjUs-zpl4JvvuZ19CxJR9zAWaEAPlONHehB_bHGuxI78Mg6JA9FNLEc0TVqEAl7NKf2t9Q_YmhmokJeV90CfJ8clyyqJVMMWOT/s1600-h/IMG_2045.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_" style="width: 240px; height: 307px;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEtqCoqz0sDMf2gvspL9J4qDXyarOLi4Q_LfwQCBEQtQwjUs-zpl4JvvuZ19CxJR9zAWaEAPlONHehB_bHGuxI78Mg6JA9FNLEc0TVqEAl7NKf2t9Q_YmhmokJeV90CfJ8clyyqJVMMWOT/s320/IMG_2045.JPG" border="0" height="338" width="270" /></a><br />Chipotle Chicken Tortilla Soup (from <a href="http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=1087094">Cooking Light</a>, adapted with my additions)<br />1 tablespoon canola oil<br />1 1/2 teaspoons bottled minced garlic<br />3/4 pound chicken breast tenders, cut into bite-sized pieces<br />1 teaspoon chipotle chile powder<br />1 teaspoon ground cumin<br />1 cup water<br />1/4 teaspoon salt<br />1 (14-ounce) can fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth<br />1 (14.5-ounce) can stewed tomatoes, undrained<br />1 (14.5-ounce) can golden corn, drained<br />1 cup crushed baked tortilla chips (I used blue corn chips)<br />1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro<br />1/4 cup reduced fat sour cream<br />1 lime, cut into 4 wedges<br /><br />Preparation<br />Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and chicken; saute 2 minutes. Add chile powder and cumin; stir well. Add water, salt, broth, tomatoes and corn; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 5 minutes. Top with tortilla chips, cilantro and a dollop of sour cream; serve with lime wedges.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfJatUtWd7EY0VkzVAliJF2tEy5GdTo29pDvQ9sfAdl8sAb3zae7BnsB03whWuPMr3HjxnwBbMWPBjpRR5genGU9Q2YdtKnaV_Apg6rtGTLf0mN38eQDAJ5lp1JPEnC00s51Kpjg9QgZTa/s1600-h/IMG_2047.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfJatUtWd7EY0VkzVAliJF2tEy5GdTo29pDvQ9sfAdl8sAb3zae7BnsB03whWuPMr3HjxnwBbMWPBjpRR5genGU9Q2YdtKnaV_Apg6rtGTLf0mN38eQDAJ5lp1JPEnC00s51Kpjg9QgZTa/s320/IMG_2047.JPG" border="0" /></a> </div><div style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div class="rcpdetail"> <h2 style="font-weight: bold; font-style: italic;"><span style="font-size:78%;">Yield</span></h2><h2 style="font-style: italic; font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size:78%;">4 servings (serving size: 1 1/4 cups soup, 1/4 cup chips, 1 tablespoon cilantro, and 1 lime wedge)</span></h2> </div><!-- end class="rcpdetail" --> <!-- NUTRITIONAL INFO --> <script>writeNutrient();</script><h2 style="font-weight: bold; font-style: italic;"><span style="font-size:78%;">Nutritional Information</span></h2><span style="font-size:78%;"><span style="font-style: italic;">CALORIES 228(21% from fat)<br />FAT 5.4g (sat 0.6g,mono 2.5g,poly 1.7g) - LOTS of good fats! ; )<br />CHOLESTEROL 49mg<br />SODIUM 873mg<br /></span><span style="font-style: italic;">CARBOHYDRATE 21.8g</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">FIBER 3.5g<br /></span><span style="font-style: italic;">PROTEIN 22.9g</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">IRON 1.7mg<br /></span><span style="font-style: italic;">CALCIUM 62mg</span></span><br /></div></div>Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07403618523163057557noreply@blogger.com0