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7/13/2018 1 Comment

Sweet potato and Brussels sprout hash

A favorite for Sunday brunch, this dish reheats well and is a good choice for a do-ahead weekday breakfast.

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Photo by Meal Makeover Moms (CC BY-ND 2.0)
Rosemary, reminiscent of evergreen trees, is prized for its anti-inflammatory properties and its power to aid digestion. Hash is also a good way to introduce Brussels sprouts to those eaters that may be unfamiliar with the myriad benefits of this lovely cruciferous vegetable. Like other members of the Brassica family, Brussels sprouts have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. You may be surprised to learn that Brussels sprouts are also high in Omega 3 fatty acids.
Prep
3 eggs
2 sprigs rosemary
1 bunch green onions
½ pound Brussels sprouts
2 portabella mushrooms
2 cloves garlic
2 inches fresh ginger
1 sweet potato
1 lemon

Separate eggs, set aside. Stem rosemary, and chop. Chop green onions, Brussels sprouts and mushrooms. Mince or press garlic. Press ginger. Peel and dice sweet potato. Juice lemon.

Sauce
5 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon turmeric
 
Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add rosemary and turmeric, cook for a minute or two. Remove from heat and set aside.
 
To prepare the sauce, combine egg yolks with ¼ cup of water and lemon juice in the top part of the double boiler or a small bowl that will fit over the saucepan of simmering water. Whisk mixture for several minutes, until it begins to thicken. Slowly add butter mixture and continue to whisk until well mixed and sauce is thickened. Remove from heat and set aside.

Hash
4 eggs
2 tablespoons coconut oil
2 teaspoons pepper
½ teaspoon salt

 
Sauté onions, garlic and ginger in a skillet over medium heat. While onions are cooking, heat 2 inches water in a small saucepan or double boiler until simmering.
 
When onions are soft, add sweet potatoes and ¼ cup water. Cover and cook a further 8–10 minutes, stirring frequently. When sweet potatoes are soft, add Brussels sprouts and portabella and cook 4–5 minutes longer, stirring frequently. Season with salt and pepper.
 
Prepare eggs as desired; if scrambling, mix in separated whites to avoid waste.

Serve
Divide hash among plates; serve each with an egg and sauce.
 
Preparation: 30 minutes
Serves: 6

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6/15/2018 1 Comment

Pan-fried tilapia

Healing mushrooms and spices really jazz up tilapia’s gentle flavor.

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Photo by Mallory Dash (CC BY-ND 2.0)
This dish cooks up fairly quickly and is great for a filling, yet light meal. Mushrooms have many health benefits, including supporting the immune system and protection against cardiovascular disease. The Chinese have long revered Shiitake mushrooms for their medicinal properties. They are a strong source of iron and are rich in B-vitamins, which have been shown to support brain health. Additionally, they contain an abundant source of manganese, selenium, copper and zinc.
Prep
1 pound shiitake mushrooms
3 limes
2 shallots
2 cloves garlic
1 cup cilantro
2 teaspoons salt
4 tilapia fillets

Prep mushrooms by wiping clean and slicing thinly.  Juice two limes and slice the other into wedges. Peel and thinly slice shallot. Peel and press or mince garlic. Roughly chop cilantro.
 
Mix salt and lime juice, pour over tilapia.

Fish
3 tablespoons coconut oil
2 teaspoon chile powder
1 teaspoon pepper

In a skillet, heat coconut oil and cook fish over medium heat 2-3 minutes on each side. Remove from pan and set aside.
 
Add shiitake mushrooms, shallot, salt, pepper, garlic and chile powder to skillet. Cook for another 2 or 3 minutes, or until mushrooms are soft.

Serve
4 cups mixed baby greens
 
Divide fillets among dishes, top with mushrooms. Serve on a bed of mixed baby greens. Garnish with a slice of lime and cilantro.
 
Preparation: 15 minutes
Serves: 2

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6/1/2018 1 Comment

Poached Egg Bowl

My poached egg bowl makes a warm and gently nutritious meal.

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Photo by Rob Galloway (CC BY 2.0)
Not just for breakfast, it also makes a great lunch or light dinner. Feel free to add any leftover veggies you may have in the fridge. Quinoa and spinach are both members of the chenopod family, known for their unique carotenoids that are especially beneficial to nervous system health. Spinach is also rich in anti-inflammatory and antioxidant flavonoids. Spinach is thought to have originated in ancient Persia, brought to China by the 7th century and Europe in the 11th century.
Prep
quinoa
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 shallot, chopped
3 cups spinach, chopped
2 carrots
½ inch ginger

Cook quinoa according to package directions, enough to make four servings. Peel and finely chop garlic and shallot. Chop spinach. Shred carrots. Grate ginger.

Stovetop
½ tablespoon white vinegar
4 eggs
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons coconut oil
¼ teaspoon turmeric
 
Heat one inch of water along with vinegar in a shallow pan over high heat. When the water begins to simmer, lower heat to medium and gently crack eggs into water, add salt and pepper. Continue to simmer until whites are opaque.
 
Sauté shallot, garlic and spices in coconut oil; add quinoa and spinach. Continue cooking until spinach is just wilted; keep warm until ready to serve.

Serve
Divide quinoa and spinach mixture into bowls, serve with an egg.
 
Preparation: 20 minutes
Serves: 4
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5/18/2018 0 Comments

Energy bars

These energy bars are a perfect take-along treat for those busy days!

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Photo by Philipp Alexander (CC BY 2.0)
They have a lovely amount of sweetness without being sticky or messy. Chia seeds are high in Omega-3 fatty acids. Dates have a lot of fiber and vitamins A and K as well as minerals, such as calcium, iron, and phosphorus. Sunflower seeds are an excellent source of vitamin E, the body’s primary fat-soluble antioxidant. Vitamin E has significant anti-inflammatory effects.
Prep
½ cup dried dates
 
Chop dates, be careful of the pits!

Bars
2 cups raw almonds
½ cup maple syrup
⅔ cup coconut oil
2 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon Himalayan salt
½ cup sunflower seeds
1 teaspoon cinnamon
½ teaspoon nutmeg
4 cups oats
1 cup shredded coconut
¾ cup sliced almonds
¼ cup chia seeds
⅓ cup dark chocolate chips

Line a 9” x 9” baking pan with wax paper.
 
In a blender or food processor, combine 2 cups raw almonds, maple syrup, coconut oil, vanilla and salt.
 
In a separate bowl, combine remaining ingredients. Stir in almond mixture. Spread into pan and press evenly. Let sit at room temperature, 8–12 hours or overnight. Cut into bars.
 
Preparation: 20 minutes, plus 12 hours inactive.
Serves: 8
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4/27/2018 0 Comments

Zesty chicken patties

“A delightful retreat from the bland chicken patties of yesterday.”

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Photo by mcflygoes88mph (CC BY-ND 2.0)
Replete with antioxidants and anti-inflammatories, zesty chicken patties are filled with healing properties that will satisfy even the most discerning of palates. They are bright, colorful and pack a tasty punch. Make a big batch on the weekend for a week’s worth of easy lunches. Rolling the patties in hemp seeds provides a visual and textural surprise, as well as an added dose of Omega 3.
Prep
2 garlic cloves
⅔ cup cilantro
3 green onions
1 teaspoon fresh ginger

Peel and finely chop the garlic. Finely chop the cilantro and onions. Grate the ginger.

Patties
1 pound ground chicken
1 teaspoon red chile powder (or to taste)
1 teaspoon fish sauce
½ teaspoon Himalayan salt
½ teaspoon pepper
½ lime
½ teaspoon turmeric
2 tablespoon coconut oil
2 tablespoon hemp seeds

Mix garlic, cilantro onions and ginger along with the chicken, chile, fish sauce, salt, pepper, lime juice and turmeric. Form into patties, rub lightly with oil, and roll edges in hemp seeds.
 
Grill
Sauté or grill about 8 minutes on each side, or until done.
 
Serve
Mixed salad greens

Serve over a bed of your favorite greens
 
Preparation: 15 minutes
Serves: 4
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12/30/2016 2 Comments

Almond Baked Chicken

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Image source: Flickr user preppybyday
This is a great dish to make with children. Younger kids love dipping the chicken pieces in egg and the flour mix, while older kids can practice their knife skills with the vegetables. Feel free to substitute veggies that your family enjoys. Generally, roasting is a wonderful way to introduce new veggies, as roasting intensifies the natural sweetness of many vegetables. Almond flour is lovely in this dish, in addition to the many health benefits of almonds; it creates a satisfying crunchy crust for the baked chicken. Almonds are excellent sources of biotin, vitamin E, manganese and copper. These vitamins and minerals help your body to lower LDL cholesterol. Coconut milk makes a fine substitute for eggs if you so desire.
Prep
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast
2 eggs
3-4 sprigs fresh thyme
4 carrots
1 shallot
4 cloves garlic
handful fresh green beans or asparagus
3 tablespoons coconut oil
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper

Preheat oven to 350°. Prepare the baking dish for the chicken by lining it with aluminum foil and placing a rack in the dish, set aside.
 
Slice shallot and carrots, peel garlic cloves. Toss carrots, shallot, garlic and green beans or asparagus with coconut oil and place in another baking dish. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
 
Slice chicken breast into strips. Pluck leaves from thyme.
 
Lightly beat eggs in a small bowl.

Coat
1½ cup almond flour
1½ teaspoons coarse sea salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon dried sage
1 teaspoon turmeric
¼ teaspoon garlic powder

Mix thyme leaves along with almond flour, sea salt, pepper, sage, turmeric and garlic powder in a small bowl.
 
Dip the chicken pieces individually into the eggs, and then coat them with the almond flour mixture. Place on baking rack.

Bake
Once all the pieces are coated, place the chicken in the oven and bake for 45 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°, turning midway through. When the chicken has been baking for 15 minutes or so, add the veggies to the oven, continue baking along with the chicken, stirring occasionally.
 
Serve
Serve roasted veggies along with the chicken strips.
 
Preparation: 60 minutes
Serves: 4
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