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Meringue Pie Crust (one 9-inch crust) 2 large egg whites ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar 1/8 tsp teaspoon salt ½ cup granulated sugar ½ teaspoon vanilla extract METHOD Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Spray a 9-inch pie pan with cooking spray. In the bowl of an electric mixer, fitted with a whisk attachment beat the egg whites, cream of tartar and salt until soft peaks form. Gradually add the sugar and continue to beat until the mixture is very stiff [...]
Dedicated to the moms who attended the “Citibabes Nutrition Lunch and Learn” with Laura Cipullo on Wednesday, April 19th So the fish sticks are still a “stinking” issue at our house! As I have shared in previous blog posts—especially “Something More than Fish” and “If You Give a Cat a Cupcake”—on many days, food is something more than just food. And just like I tell my clients, particularly those attending meal support therapy sessions: “Meals are rarely perfect! What’s more, [...]
Chopped salmon may not be a traditional dish but it’s perfect for make-ahead meals! It can be a delicious meal served over grains like brown rice, rice pilaf or quinoa. Cool it down and you can toss it on a bed of greens. For a refreshing summer salad, skip the soy sauce and hot sauce–season with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and fresh lemon juice. INGREDIENTS (Serves 2-4) 2 (5 oz.) boneless salmon fillets, cut into cubes 1/2 cup [...]
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A recipe from our friend Carol Murray, and adapted from Whole Living magazine, October 2012. INGREDIENTS (Serves 2) 1/2 lb beets, peeled and diced 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, scrubbed and diced Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup parsley, fresh, chopped and extra for garnish 1.5 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 small yellow onion, chopped 2 large eggs, organic 1/2 tsp garlic powder salt and pepper to taste METHOD In a medium skillet, add beets and potatoes to [...]
Tabbouleh is a classic Middle Eastern salad made with fresh herbs like parsley, mint & tomatoes. Serve this tart salad with a scoop of hummus and warm pita! INGREDIENTS ( Makes 8 servings) 1 cup bulghur wheat 1 1/2 cups boiling water 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (4 lemons) 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 1 cup minced scallions, white and green parts 1 cup chopped fresh mint leaves 1 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley 1/4 cup white wine vinegar 1 [...]
INGREDIENTS 1 cup red quinoa 2 cups water 2 tbsps olive oil 1/2 cup Baby Bella mushrooms 1 cup cherry tomatoes 1 bunch (about 8 leaves) kale, washed and cut into 2-in pieces 1/3 cup yellow onion, diced 1 tsp salt 1 tsp pepper red pepper flakes METHOD Rinse the quinoa under cold water (This will help remove any bitterness and is easier if you use a sieve) In a medium pot, bring 2 cups of water to boil, add [...]