I have a new cookbook crush on Bean by Bean. I'm not much of a meat-eater, so we eat beans quite a bit. It's easy to get in a rut, so it's nice to shake things up a bit with some new recipes. And if you're not sure what to do with those dried beans you ...Read More...
I’m a huge fan of black beans as a protein source. Not only do they provide protein, they’re loaded with fiber that helps fill you up and keep your blood sugar steady, minerals such as iron (great for non-meat eaters) and B-vitamins. Here are some of my favorite black bean recipes: Best Ever Chili: This chili ...Read More...
Cheap health foods was the topic last week on the Dr. Oz show and I applaud his guest Dr. Hyman for profiling some of the best: adzuki beans daikon black rice canned salmon dark meat chicken The aftershow clip also included sardines, kale and pumpkin seeds. They're all super-duper nutritious and cost less than $1 per serving. Easy meals to make ...Read More...
We're heading into the final week of this round of Ready-Set-Go! A Jump Start To Healthy Eating (click here to learn more about it). Participants are actively changing their eating habits and reaping the rewards. One of the techniques I recommend is making Fundamental Foods - batches of basic ingredients that can be mixed and ...Read More...
We're going back to basics this month, talking about simple, healthy food. It doesn't get any simpler than this week's topic: Greens, Beans & Grains. Greens Green leafy vegetables are nutritional powerhouses, packed with vitamins like A & C, minerals like calcium and iron, and fiber. The darker they are, the better they are: all ...Read More...
It's Sunday, and I've done my food prep for lunches this week. One of my favorite recipes is for yummy Tuscan White Beans . Fresh tasting and lemony, this is one versatile recipe. Need a side dish? Done. Protein for your salad? Done. Filling for sandwiches? Done. Hamburger substitute? Done and done! Check it out and ...Read More...
