tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37133368827884555632024-03-17T23:03:13.604-07:00Semi-Clean Chef JacquiA blog about reasonably clean low-carb cookery, lively keto recipes and nutritiony tidbits.JaquiLhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09009500126239285903noreply@blogger.comBlogger144125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3713336882788455563.post-45717934858055662052020-10-24T06:02:00.005-07:002020-10-24T06:07:29.758-07:0011 years<p> I don't even remember how to do this! Its been about 11 years since my last post. I now live in Washington state, with my family of 4...Chris, Wyatt, Logan and my mom! I am thinking about starting up again, but first I have to make some name adjustments to the blog, as so much has changed in my lively cookery and nutritiony tidbits!</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoUEQcl-ibIJh2bRH734pU4FRsais_Knxk6KtSQ0Y92-uHFi4LfBNAl8VmYtUoUVkVwIIfX02yTOoAFqYjOD5vlD1QteGWBRZFXb-DzElrs9YejfEzen6GytBtUX2tSzz7DMJGjqbryYPM/s4000/Kissing+in+the+air.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoUEQcl-ibIJh2bRH734pU4FRsais_Knxk6KtSQ0Y92-uHFi4LfBNAl8VmYtUoUVkVwIIfX02yTOoAFqYjOD5vlD1QteGWBRZFXb-DzElrs9YejfEzen6GytBtUX2tSzz7DMJGjqbryYPM/s320/Kissing+in+the+air.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkICpEV5ti60fpNaRejUj-5IpPUlKkb9f_YBhTjDmw8pWsKJPVYKJ2tx4wyrbMbgbH_QowMIzP9Gn8J69NNsgZLr3SdNZDiEIodj9mw-tfGZX-Fmmlqn115YmW7Okx_h2quivC3W72t3Ez/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkICpEV5ti60fpNaRejUj-5IpPUlKkb9f_YBhTjDmw8pWsKJPVYKJ2tx4wyrbMbgbH_QowMIzP9Gn8J69NNsgZLr3SdNZDiEIodj9mw-tfGZX-Fmmlqn115YmW7Okx_h2quivC3W72t3Ez/" width="180" /></a></div><br /><br /><p></p>JaquiLhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09009500126239285903noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3713336882788455563.post-83267466188343409842014-01-19T11:20:00.000-08:002014-01-19T11:20:03.926-08:00Slow Cooker Breakfast Power Porridge<br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">I am really working on making a little time for all the things I like to do, such as blogging, but especially cooking, yoga and trips to the gym (steam room!). Managing a career, family/house and extracurricular activities is tough, but I know it can be done!!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"> I am also working on making sure I keep a food journal. I think it’s the one thing (totally under appreciated) that can really help with weight loss, and mine has totally slowed down (I admit…maybe even stopped... for 2 months!!). I would still like to lose another 12 lbs or so. On the days I log my food, I do really well; on the days I don’t, I slack off and end up taking in what I call maintenance calories (1600-1800). And, I know I can’t lose weight unless I keep it tight/strict (after all, I am a registered dietitian)!! I should probably report in each week, to keep me accountable. Mmm...</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">It all starts with breakfast right? Although, I really shoot for get around 30 grams of protein at each meal. This cereal is pretty “carby”, so I end up having a smaller portion and stirring in some protein powder and almond milk. The hubby loves it too, and that really matters! Here is my story about it:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">I’ve been making this cereal for a couple weeks now, and have been trying to come up with the best way. I don’t like mushy apples in my cereal, so adding the apples in at the end is best. I also figured out that leaving them in the slow cooker overnight makes the grains too gummy and it tends to burn a bit on the edges. I think it’s pretty easy to get on while you are home on a Sunday, doing your other food prep for the week. Because we all do that right?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">½ cup quinoa<br /> ½ cup brown rice <br /> ½ cup oatmeal<br /> ¼ tsp.sea salt<br /> ½ tsp. cinnamon <br />½ cup dried cherries or cranberries <br /> 4 cups water <br /> ¼ cup (or equivalent )no calorie sweetener such as Stevia <br /> 1 chopped apple<br /> Optional Toppings: chia or flaxseeds, chopped walnuts, goji berries, almonds milk or protein powder</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Rinse quinoa and rice in a colander. Place in slow cooker, along with oatmeal, salt, cinnamon, cherries, water and sweetener. Set on low and cook for 3 hours. Spread apples over top and ook for another hour. Serve topped with fun toppings as desired. Makes 6, 1-cup servings.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Per cup: calories 180, fat 2 g, sat fat 0, trans fat 0g, Chol 0mg, sodium 85 mg, Carb 38g, fiber 4g, sugars 11g, protein 4g. </span></div>
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JaquiLhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09009500126239285903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3713336882788455563.post-81254445571416915652013-12-29T13:13:00.000-08:002013-12-29T13:13:11.858-08:00Cookies and CornbreadThe upcoming new year means different things to people. To me, it means a chance to renew, refresh and revitalize! And I know just how to achieve that! Organize, clean, and cook more! Yup, losing more weight is on the list too. Working on it!<br />
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So I organized our basement freezer and found out we had lots to work with-enough food for maybe a month or two. I am a bit of a food hoarder, I confess, and the freezer clearly demonstrates this. </div>
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On my journey to cook more, and use up our freezer reserves, I whipped up some cookies and cornbread! My mission was to use up some of the 2 bags of the masa harina ( for making tamales) and oat bran that has lingered in the freezer for a long, long time.<br />
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Rather than reinvent the wheel, I asked my good friend (Google) for some suggestions, and here is what I found:<br />
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A corn bread recipe using masa harina instead of cornmeal!! <br />
<a href="http://wholelifestylenutrition.com/recipes/a-healthier-organic-corn-bread-recipe-made-with-masa-harina/">http://wholelifestylenutrition.com/recipes/a-healthier-organic-corn-bread-recipe-made-with-masa-harina/</a><br />
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Here are the ingredients, but click on the link for the directions. I think the butter really makes the difference. Cornbread and cookie recipes must have butter (or do they?)!!<br />
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A Healthier Organic Corn Bread Recipe (I don't think it should be called organic, as none of the ingredients called for are organic!...just sayin!)</h4>
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1 1/2 cup masa harina flour <br />
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1/2 cup spelt flour, or other flour of choice, (with the exception of coconut flour, it won't work in this recipe) ....I used white whole wheat</div>
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1 tsp unrefined sea salt...I used kosher salt</div>
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1/4 cup raw honey ...I used maple syrup</div>
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1 tbsp sucanat ...or regular sugar</div>
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1 1/4 cup whole milk or <a class="ingredient-link" href="http://wholelifestylenutrition.com/recipes/drinks/how-to-make-fresh-organic-coconut-milk-dehydrated-coconut-flakes-video-2-of-a-4-video-series/" target="_blank">coconut milk</a> ...I used skim milk</div>
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Now, earlier I said that cookie recipes must always have butter! But it just so happens that this recipe uses oil!! I always heard that oil should never be used in cookies. But it really works, and it yields a different type of cookie; a thinner cookie, with a more crisp texture. And speaking of cookies, here is the recipe that helped me use up some of my copious amounts of oat bran:<br />
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3/4 cup canola oil..I used avocado oil<br />
1 cup brown sugar<br />
1/2 cup granulated sugar<br />
2 large eggs<br />
2 teaspoons vanilla extract<br />
1 1/2 cup rolled oats<br />
1 1/2 cup oat bran<br />
1 cup white whole wheat flour<br />
1/2 teaspoon salt<br />
1/2 teaspoon baking soda<br />
1 cup dark or bittersweet chocolate chips...I only had mini chocolate chips to work with <br />
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JaquiLhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09009500126239285903noreply@blogger.com0Squirrel Hill South Pittsburgh40.430119 -79.919437tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3713336882788455563.post-5788927922922382902013-12-08T17:34:00.003-08:002013-12-08T17:34:43.225-08:00Peanut Butter and Jelly Swirled Protein Bread
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">If you are reading this post now, or have ever read any of
my posts, you are probably thinking, “oh there she is!”, or “she finally got a
break from the baby!”….yup, it’s been over two months..and yes, I do get a few
breaks from our little critter, not too many though.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Here is an update:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">1. Wyatt will be 5 months next week!!</span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">He loves naps! and yes, he is a bit out of season! </td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">2. I am back to work full time with some sort of workout routine
(as if we expected anything other than that)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">3. I am down 25 lbs. since Wyatt arrived (yep, that includes
the baby; it makes me sound like a champ if I include the actual baby weight).
15 lbs to go!!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">4. Herbie is being a great big brother!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">5. I made baby food today for the first time using my
Vitamix blender!! Finally, my mom-in-law’s investment is paying off! And I made
the recipe below, in my Vitamix too!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">So here I am, taking advantage of nap time, and whipping up
something fun for the week. I used a recipe from the kids section of my Vitamix
cookbook, as a base and added some key ingredients! Here is it, no pictures of
each step this time…who has time for that!?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">1 cup white whole wheat flour<br />
1 cup vanilla protein powder (<span style="color: red;">yep, totally my idea to
replace ½ the flour with this…surprised?)</span><br />
1 tsp. kosher salt <span style="color: red;">(love kosher salt)</span><br />
1 Tbsp. plus 1 tsp. baking powder<br />
1 ½ cups milk-I used vanilla soy milk<br />
1 egg <span style="color: red;">( added this for fluffiness)</span><br />
½ cup sugar<br />
2/3 cup natural peanut butter <span style="color: red;">(increased this from ½ cup
for more flavor)</span><br />
½ cup your favorite jam or jelly<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="color: red;">(why not swirl in some jammy goodness)</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Preheat oven to 350F.Combine
flour, protein powder, salt and baking powder in a large bowl. Place milk, egg,
sugar and peanut butter in a blender; process until smooth. Stir into flour
mixture, until smooth. ( I actually added the flour mixture right into my
blender, but this probably won’t work with a regular blender). Coat a standard
loaf pan (or a larger one works too) with cooking spray. Pour1/2 of batter
into pan and add dollops of jam over surface. Use a knife to swirl jam into
batter. Repeat process again.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Place on a baking sheet (in case of spillage) and bake for about
50 minutes, until golden brown. Cool completely and cut into 14 slices.</span></div>
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recipe:</b> 210 calories, 8g total fat, 1.5g Sat Fat, 370mg Sodium, 26g Carbs,
2g Fiber,
15g Sugar, 11g Protein, Vitamin A 2%DV, Calcium 15%, Iron 6%</span></div>
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JaquiLhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09009500126239285903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3713336882788455563.post-27201945536280356202013-09-29T16:03:00.001-07:002013-09-29T16:04:30.429-07:00Grain-Free Peanut Butter Cookies<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Call them what you want; paleo, grain free, gluten free…they
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">1 cup peanut butter <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>(or
try almond butter)<br />
½ cup chocolate or vanilla whey protein powder</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">1/4 cup agave syrup<br />
½ tsp. baking soda<br />
Pinch of sea salt<br />
1 tsp. vanilla<br />
1 large egg</span><br />
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electric mixer until creamy. Drop tablespoons of dough on greased cookie
sheets. Use a fork to flatten cookies. Bake for 11-12 minutes. Cool on wire
rack.</span></div>
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JaquiLhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09009500126239285903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3713336882788455563.post-4005911088523324122013-09-22T15:41:00.001-07:002013-09-22T15:41:49.445-07:00Hempseed Crackers with Ginger and Rosemary<br />
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It’s been too long since my last post. Little Wyatt, or as
we like to call him “Lil W”, definitely keeps us busy. We are on duty 24 hours
a day. Sometimes eating leftovers over the kitchen sink is a treat, especially
when tasty crackers aid in the scooping of 5 day old chili.</div>
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Here is my first attempt
at making from-scratch crackers…not bad! In fact they are gone, and just made
them…30 minutes ago. They are wonderful with a glass of Argentinean wine. </div>
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By the way, I am totally obsessed with ginger and rosemary,
so I had to throw some in these crackers. Sous chef Julia and I made the most
incredible scones for the Market District December Newsletter. I will definitely
be making these again. Lookout for it during the holidays; I will post it then.</div>
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These savory crackers are pretty amazing I must say; what
could be better than fiber from the flaxseeds and protein from the hempseed,
not to mention omega-3 fatty acids from both. Also, this recipe can easily be made gluten
free. Use almond flour, or Gluten free all purpose baking mix instead of the
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Hempseed Crackers with Ginger and Rosemary</div>
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½ cup shelled hempseeds<br />
1/3 cup flaxseed meal<br />
1/3 cup whole wheat pastry flour<br />
½ tsp sea salt<br />
1 Tbsp. finely chopped rosemary<br />
1-2 tsp. finely chopped ginger<br />3 egg whites</div>
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1. Preheat oven to 350F. Combine everything in a medium bowl
and mix until dough forms. Place on a nonstick cooking mat and roll to 1/8 inch
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What do you do when life gives you lemons ? Order a juicer on Amazon? (I need one too) </div>
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Or, pair it with my new favorite food, <strong>Castelvetrano Olives.</strong></div>
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I first leaned about them from my foodie friend Leeann, who swore these would change my mind about olives ( I don't typically love olives, I just like them). I had them for the first time at a holiday shopping party last year, hosted by another foodie friend, Kira.</div>
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I remember taking a small bite of the plump bright green olive. WOW, I thought! these olives are spectacular. It was a special day.</div>
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They have a mild avocado and butter flavor, and they are meaty and a bit crisp; not as briny as other olives. These olive are mostly grown in a small town (Castelvetrano) in a Sicilian provence.</div>
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They are not ripened and are cured in a mild brine that yields sweet, mildly salty, bright green olives, that I find so palatable!.</div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">1 cup uncooked whole wheat orzo pasta</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">1 large tomato, chopped (about 2-3 cups) or halved cherry
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Zest and Juice of 1-2 lemons (How much do you love lemon?)</span></div>
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don’t be shy); drain well and place into a medium bowl. Add remaining ingredients
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I did not forget about the lemons....Here are some other lemony applications...</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Use them as a beautiful centerpiece</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Take silly photos of your baby!!!!</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Zest lemon peel over treats, like these protein packed brownies.</span></td></tr>
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JaquiLhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09009500126239285903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3713336882788455563.post-24215435992255281992013-08-21T10:10:00.000-07:002013-08-21T10:10:23.162-07:00Mini Frittatas with Goat Cheese<span style="font-family: Calibri;">You might be wondering how my weight loss journey is going…</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">It’s going!! I am down about 18 lbs. total (yup, that
includes the baby’s weight!). I take long walks with Wyatt and Herbie; it keeps
me sane! I am also going to a hip hop class with my neighbor friend Carolyn,
who is also on her own journey to better health! And of course, nutrition is everything! Protein power!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">I made these little frittatas over the weekend because I realize
how important it is to have food prepped and ready to go. They even taste good
cold, when I only have a minute (literally) between changing diapers and
feeding. Best of all, they are protein packed and keep me full ( and happy!).</span></div>
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¾ cup finely chopped mixed veggies such as tomatoes, spinach or scallion<br />
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3 oz. crumbled goat cheese (or Feta)</span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Cool on a wire rack to prevent a soggy bottom :)</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Have it plain, or top it with salsa, avocado or (ketchup?).</span></td></tr>
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JaquiLhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09009500126239285903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3713336882788455563.post-83497804944423200832013-08-11T13:05:00.001-07:002013-08-11T13:05:04.327-07:00Quick Watermelon SorbetI usually don't post recipes that I create for work, but since little Wyatt has been keeping me busy, why not! This recipe was published in the most recent Market District Newsletter to promote the new fab Balsamic glaze.<br />
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JaquiLhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09009500126239285903noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3713336882788455563.post-88730973823723657602013-08-04T16:54:00.001-07:002013-08-04T16:56:33.468-07:00Chocolate Protein Cake Bars<div class="separator" style="clear: both;">
<span style="color: #365f91; font-family: Cambria;">This past week's treats were these protein bars, once again, inspired by Jamie Eason. I am down a few more pounds this week but I have a long way to go before I am even close to looking like Jamie ha ha. A gal can always dream, right? I was really hoping this nursing thing would help shed the pounds a lot faster, but it turns out that its going to take a lot of work. How about that, weight loss takes work!! I guess I knew that already.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #365f91; font-family: Cambria;">I started taking longer walks this past week too, in order to kick up the calorie burn. I also went to a hip hip class with my neighbor friend and that was super fun! There is nothing like the buddy system to help with motivation. </span></div>
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</b>1 cup oat or white whole wheat flour<br />
½ cup vanilla or chocolate whey protein powder<br />
3 Tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder<br />
1 tsp. baking soda<br />
½ tsp. salt</span></div>
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½ cup splenda<span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">®</span><br />
1 cup applesauce<br />
4 egg whites<br />
½ cup water</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Preheat oven to 350<span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">˚</span>F. Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with
foil; coat with cooking spray. In a large bowl, mix together dry ingredients.
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">65 calories and 4 grams protein</span></div>
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JaquiLhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09009500126239285903noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3713336882788455563.post-5953199609152283132013-07-27T10:00:00.000-07:002013-07-27T10:09:18.977-07:00Cinnamon Swirl Protein Coffee Cake<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Another recipe inspired by the super fit Jamie Eason. This time I kicked it up by doubling the protein and turning it into a coffee cake (simply by baking it in a cake pan). I used a bit less almond milk as well. Feel free to top this cake with chopped nuts before baking. If you are not into non nutritive sweeteners, just use sugar or sucanat. I am ok with them, especially when trying got cut calories.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">I made this cake early in the week, and it has been a lifesaver in the mornings. Early mornings are tough because Wyatt is super cranky, and so is mommy because she is super hungry from being up too long. I packed these up in individual baggies and they were ready to eat as soon as I could get down to the fridge (yes, keep them in the fridge since they have no preservatives, unless you like mold).</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">1/3 cup xylitol or Truvia<span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">® (or sugar)</span><br /> 1 Tbsp. cinnamon</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Little Wyatt arrived last Saturday at 3:30 am. He weighed in
at 7 lbs 13 oz., and is 20.5 inches long. He is such a sweet boy, but does not
yet know the difference between day and night. He is definitely a night owl,
and has been keeping mommy and daddy up all night! We learned to take shifts
overnight though, so that we can each get about 4 hours of sleep! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Well, I gained a bit too much weight and I am now left with
some extra pounds (about 25 lbs! yikes!!...some of it still water weight I am
hoping) to lose. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I am turning to the
most inspiring, sexy fitness model ever, Jamie Eason, for some motivation and
inspiration to get back down to my sexy self lol. Here is a <a href="http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/video-jamie-eason-turkey-meatloaf-muffins.htm" target="_blank">recipe inspired by Jamie</a>, modified a bit since I only had 1 lb. of turkey to work with. I also
added extra veggies and a little wheat germ just for fun!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">So what’s part of my weight loss plan? Clean eating, protein
at meals for satiety (and to maintain lean muscle mass), water and laying off
the ice cream. I also joined a new gym, and can’t wait to get started once I
get clearance from the doc (don’t want anything falling out of me lol). For now, it’s
just going to be walking for me, maybe some super light weights. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">1 lb. lean ground turkey<br />
½ cup finely chopped celery<br />
½ cup finely chopped red bell pepper<br />
½ cup finely chopped onion<br />
½ cup shredded carrots<br />
½ cup old fashioned oats<br />
2 Tbsp. wheat germ<br />
1 egg<br />
1 tsp. garlic powder<br />
¾ tsp. kosher salt<br />
½ tsp. black pepper<br />
½ tsp. cumin<br />
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These are like sugar cookies who met up with cobbler and protein powder. Snuck in some fresh blueberries and coconut, and they turned out to be beautiful bars!!! I had to post something special, this may be my last week for a while, as Wyatt is due next Sunday!!! yikes!!!!</div>
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Please try these and send me some comments:) Aren't these awesome???</div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">1 large egg <br />
2/3 cup sugar<br />
6 oz. container nonfat plain Greek yogurt<br />
2 tsp. vanilla extract<br />
¼ cup coconut oil, melted<br />
1 cup white whole wheat flour<br />
1 cup vanilla protein powder<br />
1 tsp. salt<br />
1 tsp. baking soda<br />
1 ½ cups fresh blueberries<br />
1/3 cup shredded coconut</span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Great idea Chris!!! Eat it like cobbler with Ice cream!!! Brilliant!!!</span></td></tr>
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I got that nesting urge this morning! Baby Wyatt is on the way, and my freezer needs to be stocked!!</div>
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I started by hydrating 2 cups of texturized soy protein (TSP); I spiced it up with chili powder, cumin, smoked salt, pepper, paprika, garlic and cayenne pepper.</div>
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I then began to sauté every "must go" veggie in the fridge; onions and peppers mostly, some tomatoes. I added these to my hydrated TSP and then decided to make two dishes from it. After all, how much taco meat does a family need. I made half of it into a chili by simply adding canned beans and crushed tomatoes. I found a Mexican simmer sauce deep in the pantry and added about half of this to it (the other half into the remaining meat mixture). Into the freezer that went, labeled: Veggie Chili- Serve over rice, over nachos, in burritos or add more beans and serve with green onions, sour cream and cheese. I need to be very specific since someone else might be thawing and preparing meals ( Daddy!).</div>
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What to do with the other half of the taco meat mixture..? I continued to raid the pantry, then freezer, for other ideas. I found frozen corn husks and masa harina!!! Perfect!! I was going to make tamales, I just happened to have a recipe all written up from the <a href="http://www.marketdistrict.com/Cache/Documents/May_Foodie_Focus_PGH.pdf" target="_blank">Market District May Newsletter 2011!!!</a></div>
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I don't have a recipe for the veggie taco filling I used ( you can see how that would be difficult to document since I started with no plans to make a tamale filling). The filling is the easy part though, and you can really use anything. I have done roasted peppers with a hunk of jack cheese (rajas con queso). Very easy. </div>
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This recipe includes how to make pork or chicken filling, and it can certainly be made ahead of time to break up the work. </div>
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1 Tbsp. chili powder<br />
1 Tbsp. cumin<br />
2 Tbsp. brown sugar<br />
1/2 cup finely minced onion<br />
1/2 cup chicken broth, divided<br />
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4 cups instant corn masa mix or masa harina<br />
1 tsp. Giant Eagle garlic powder<br />
1 tsp. salt<br />
1 tsp. baking powder<br />
1 cup frozen white corn, thawed <br />
3/4 cup canola oil</span><br />
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JaquiLhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09009500126239285903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3713336882788455563.post-77659225445333299552013-06-23T11:31:00.000-07:002013-06-24T06:48:45.620-07:00Carrot Date and Millet Protein Bars<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Yesterday I realized that I had tons of baby carrots that needed to be eaten; I also realized that eating them plain, would make for a difficult task (even with all the blue cheese dressing in the world). Of course, today I opted to do some baking. I also had some super old, dry dates that needed to be used. They almost got thrown out at our work test kitchen, but I bravely rescued them from <strong>date suicide!!!</strong></div>
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And why not throw some millet in it too; I have tons, and a nice dietitian from <a href="http://www.candidrd.com/" target="_blank">Columbus Ohio</a> has been asking me for some recipes. Try this out Gina!</div>
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If you are looking for a gluten free version, try omitting the flour and using some gluten free all purpose baking flour, such as Bob's Red Mill.</div>
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This recipe makes 21 small bars, but you can cut them into larger portions (or even smaller). I plan on leaving some out for the week, sharing some and of course freezing some for when baby Wyatt comes to visit (an extended stay)! I know things will be crazy then (is what I hear).</div>
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By the way, these are approved by Mr. Little himself! ( mostly because he cant see the carrots or the dates lol).</div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">1 ½ cups pitted dates<br /><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>2 ½ cups grated/shredded carrots<br /><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>2 eggs plus 1 egg white <br />2 tsp. vanilla extract<br /><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>1/3 cup agave nectar<br />¼ cup olive or canola oil<br />1 ¼ cups vanilla whey protein powder<br />1 ¼ cups whole wheat pastry flour<br />½ cup uncooked millet <br />2 tsp. baking powder <br />1 tsp. cinnamon<br />½ tsp. salt</span><br />
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It's father's day weekend and the hubby/daddy- to-be suggested I make his favorite spice muffins to use up our old apples (instead of the apricot studded morning cake I wanted to make, to use up our old apricots).</div>
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I have made several versions of these muffins in past years, and for once I really tried to standardize my recipe. There are a few things I know I want in a muffin- whole wheat and protein powder to make for a more balanced muffin; more fiber, b vitamins and protein to keep us full!. All Chris asks for is a moist and spicy muffin. </div>
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It makes a large batch, so make sure to freeze half of them (unless you plan on eating 18 muffins with the next few days) once they cool so that they are fresh and ready to warm on a rainy day. I like to keep a few at room temperature for a couple days and also refrigerate a few for the rest of the week. I think baked goods are best at room temperature, but since they have no added preservatives, they get moldy pretty quickly, especially in the hot summer months.</div>
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These muffins will be great once Wyatt comes; a quick and easy breakfast or snack that will be ready with just a 15-30 second microwave thaw. My mom is coming to stay with us in August to help take care of our little man, and she will totally love these with her coffee in the morning (and at night!).</div>
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Here is our favorite apple spiced muffin recipe! </div>
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<o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Dry ingredients:</span></span></b><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">2 cups whole wheat pastry flour<br /> 1 cup vanilla protein powder<br /> 1 Tbsp. baking powder<br /> 1 tsp. salt<br /> 1 Tbsp. cinnamon<br /> 1 tsp. ginger<br /> 1/2 tsp. cloves<br /> 1 cup sugar or sucanat ( or half sugar, half Xylitol)<br /> 2 1/4 <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>cups finely chopped or shredded unpeeled apples(about 3 apples)*<br /><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Wet ingredients:</b><br /> 3 eggs<br /><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>2 tsp. vanilla extract <br /> 1 cup milk<br /> ½ cup olive oil<br /><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Topping:</b><br /> 1 cup chopped walnuts<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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In my opinion, in order to eat more fruits and veggies, THEY NEED TO BE IN YOUR FACE!! that is, in your fridge, your pantry, in your house!!</div>
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Step 1 is to purchase them! This is very helpful! As you all know, I am a Costco shopper, and I buy in pretty large quantities for the best prices! This forces me to eat them...I mean, I don't want them to spoil! they are so pretty!</div>
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Step 2 is to do some prep ahead of time. Wash and cut in advance. Either for the week or for the next few days. This takes a little time and planning, but it helps you commit to getting them in to your diet. </div>
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Step 4 if you don't like many veggies, well no problem, just add them to your smoothies! You don't even have to look at them:) I like to do this as way to increase my intake, after all, little Wyatt Little needs the best nutrition! I don't LOVE cooked veggies for the most part, at least when you eat them on their own. But I do enjoy veggies in the raw.</div>
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Step 5-just DO IT!! add them to sandwiches, side dishes, smoothies, have them with dips, chop them super fine (makes it easier to get down as the hubby says), or puree them into recipes (think <a href="http://www.doitdelicious.com/cookbooks/deceptively_delicious" target="_blank">Deceptively Delicious).</a></div>
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Step 6-invest in some cute containers (it helps if the veggies look good in their little containers), preferably glass, and lots of baggies!</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Here is what I have to work with!! Yup, all mine!!!!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">My veggie smoothie packs ( 1/2 bell pepper, 1/3 cucumber, 5 carrots, blueberries or other fruit that keeps well); I just pop 1 in the blender with water and a half scoop of protein powder (handful of berries already in the bag), or add frozen pineapple, and voila-2 servings of veggies at breakfast! I admit to often just prepping the smoothie each night, but that just gets annoying.</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">I don't mind if my apples are a bit oxidized, they still taste great! If you do, just toss them in a little lemon juice or carbonated soda like seltzer water.</span></td></tr>
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JaquiLhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09009500126239285903noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3713336882788455563.post-82349689406365101322013-05-27T19:17:00.001-07:002013-05-29T04:08:45.434-07:00Super Quick and Clean Watermelon Sorbet<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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It's watermelon season, and as the weather warms and produce ripens, we may or may not find ourselves with excessive amounts of it! <br />
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You know what I mean.... you buy an entire watermelon, eat it all week, and still have lots leftover ...what to do! Freeze it! and make this yummy treat! or add it into smoothies, margaritas, whatever!<br />
True, this quick sorbet requires a bit of planning, but once you have a few bags of frozen watermelon in your freezer, you will never want ice cream again ( just kidding, not likely!!)<br />
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Give this a try! It's light and clean, with not added sugars:)<br />
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Quick Watermelon Sorbet</h4>
2 cups frozen watermelon chunks<br />
2 Tbsp. liquid such as water, lemonade, orange juice, rum...<br />
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JaquiLhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09009500126239285903noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3713336882788455563.post-16663847951144978992013-05-20T18:55:00.000-07:002013-05-20T18:55:29.633-07:00Whole Wheat Apricot and Fig Cookie RollsI bought some super yummy fig newton like cookies at the East End food Co-Op last week from the bulk section. Since then, I have been missing them so much! I had them for first breakfast along with my latte for 2 glorious days. Second breakfast usually consists of Greek yogurt with walnuts, goji berries and bee pollen (totally addicted to the stuff!).<br />
After searching on the "inter webs" for the perfect recipe, I decided to create my very own, packed with protein for a balanced first breakfast !<br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><strong>Whole Wheat Apricot Fig Cookie Rolls</strong></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">1 cup whole wheat pastry flour<br />
¾ cup all purpose flour<br />
½ cup vanilla protein powder<br />
½ tsp. baking <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>soda<br />
½ tsp. salt<br />
1 tsp. cinnamon<br />
1/3 canola oil<br />
½ cup brown sugar<br />
<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>1 tsp. vanilla<br />
1 Tbsp. agave nectar<br />
2 eggs<br style="mso-special-character: line-break;" />
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apricot or fig <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>butter: I had some in the
freezer. You can essentially make this with any dried fruit. Soak about 1½ cups
dried apricots with about 1 ½ cups hot water. Drain and process softened
apricots until smooth, adding spices such as cinnamon and ginger as desired.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: small;">Stir in flour mixture, working the last ½ cup by hand if
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JaquiLhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09009500126239285903noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3713336882788455563.post-47489788364054583802013-05-05T18:06:00.001-07:002013-05-05T18:12:36.416-07:00Coconut Apple Cake Bars<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Coconut flour is tricky to work with. It is a thirsty flour, that requires lots of liquid; figuring out the amount of liquid is definitely challenging. This recipe first started out as a coffee cake, then quickly transformed into a bar...or both. The texture is interesting, almost cheesecake like. Maybe I added too much milk, or not enough egg. Or maybe they are perfect...just not sure. But they are tasty and perfect with a dollop of ice cream!</div>
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<span style="color: #4f81bd; font-family: Cambria; font-size: medium;">Apple Coconut Cake Bars</span></h2>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p></b><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Apple Coconut Batter<br />
</b>2 cups grated apples<br />
1/3 cup agave syrup <br />
<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>1/3 cup coconut or canola oil <br />
3 large eggs<br />
2 cups milk such as coconut, soy or almond<br />
2 Tsp. vanilla extract<br />
1 cup coconut flour<br />
1 cup white whole wheat flour<br />
2 tsp. baking powder<br />
½ tsp. salt</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Filling and Topping</b><br />
1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes <br />
3 Tbsp. maple sugar, sucanat or brown sugar<br />
½ cup chopped walnuts <br />
2 tsp. cinnamon <br />
¼ cup agave for drizzling</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Preheat oven to 350<span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">˚</span>F. Whisk together apples, syrup, oil,
eggs, milk and vanilla in a large bowl. In another bowl, combine flour, baking
powder and salt. </span></div>
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In order to prepare for the upcoming gardening season, I decided I should use up some of the hot peppers I have in the freezer. Hot peppers are one of the things that grow well in our garden; groundhogs, squirrels and deer don't seem to have an affinity for these spicy morsels. In fact, we have so many hot peppers in the freezer, I can't remember which season they are from. I need to start labeling freezer goods. </div>
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For those of you who know me, you know I don't fit the Latina stereotype when it come to eating spicy foods. But lately, baby Wyatt and I have been craving hard cooked eggs with homemade hot sauce, like the one my coworker Carina once made, that I have been dreaming about. Thanks Carina Robich, for the inspiration!!</div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">3 Tbsp. olive oil<br />
10-15 cloves garlic<br />
2 medium Spanish onion, chopped<br />
2 orange or red bell pepper, chopped<br />
1¼ cups chopped carrot<br />
2-3 oz. hot chili peppers*, such as cayenne, steamed and seeded if desired<br />1 ½ cups red wine vinegar, plus 1-2 Tbsp. to finish<br />
1 ¾ cups water, plus ½ cup to thin/cool at the end<br />
2 ½ tsp. kosher salt</span></div>
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Calories: 5, Total fat: 0g, Sat fat:0g, Trans fat:0g, Chol:0g, Sodium: 40mg,
Carbs:1g, Fiber: 0g, Sugars:0g, Protein:0g, Vitamin A:6%, Vitamin C: 10%,
Calcium:0%, Iron:0%</span></div>
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With our huge diet and fitness frenzy, everyone seems to be trying to incorporate coconut oil into their diet. <span style="font-size: large;">But should they?</span></div>
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Coconut oil is not a miracle fat, but has been touted for its many potential uses: preserving lean body mass, decreasing body fat, nutritional support for athletic training, improving absorption and antiviral properties.<br />
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Some research has shown that it can aid in decreasing waist circumference, increasing energy expenditure and even reducing trunk mass (1-5).<br />
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These studies have limitations, and of course more research is needed.<br />
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The bottom line is that it is a fat, and should be treated as a fat; eaten in moderation, while it replaces other fats in your diet. There can certainly be space for it in your diet, and as more research emerges, more health professional may be willing to change their position on this tasty oil.<br />
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2 Tbsp. coconut oil<br />
1 Tbsp. agave syrup<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Spread on whole grain toast, bagels, French toast, pancakes (you get the picture). Top with grated coconut just for fun.</span><br />
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study to assess the efficacy and safety of virgin coconut oil in reducing
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">3. St-Onge MP, Bosarge A. Weight loss diet that includes
consumption of medium-chain triacylglycerol oil leads to greater rate of weight
and fat mass loss than does olive oil. <i>American J of Clinical Nutrition</i>.
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"> 4.Onge MP, Bourque C, Jones PJH, Ross R, Parsons WE.
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energy expenditure without resulting in changes in body composition in
overweight women. <i>International J of Obesity.</i> 2003;27:95-102.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"> 5. Clark M. Once a villain, coconut oil charms the health
food world. New York Times. March 1, 2011.</span></div>
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1. To use up the soy chorizo that has been lounging in my refrigerator for a while; a "must-go" item".</div>
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2. To make sure we eat veggies with our Sunday dinner (covered with cheese!).</div>
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3. To continue to get through the massive amounts of quinoa I have in the pantry.</div>
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4. The chance to use up some of the homemade salsa roja I have in the freezer.</div>
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<strong>As you can see, this is a meal with purpose!!</strong></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p></span><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">½ white
onion, chopped</span></span><span style="font-family: Calibri;"></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">6 oz. soy chorizo (about ½ package)</span><span style="font-family: Calibri;"></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">1 cup quinoa (1/3 cup uncooked)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">¾ cup shredded Mexican blend cheese, divided</span><span style="font-family: Calibri;"></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">¼ cup chopped toasted walnuts or pine nuts</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">2 tbsp. chopped cilantro, plus more for garnish</span><span style="font-family: Calibri;"></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">2 bell peppers, halved lengthwise, ribs removed</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">1¼ cups enchilada sauce, store brought or homemade (or any spicy tomato sauce
such as salsa)</span><span style="font-family: Calibri;"></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">2 Tbsp. nonfat Greek yogurt,<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>plus more
for garnish</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 115%;">Preheat oven to 350</span><span style="line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">˚</span><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">F. Sauté onion and chorizo in a medium skillet over medium high heat, for about 5-8 minutes, adjusting heat to medium to prevent over caramelizing.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></td></tr>
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As you may know, I love working with trendy and functional foods. Recently, I have been doing some research on Goji berries (or wolf berries)for an upcoming workshop titled " The FUNtional Foodie: Making Trendy Foods Affordable to Fit my Plate". My colleague and I will be presenting at the <strong><a href="http://www.eatrightpa.org/registration/PADA%20AME%20PROGRAM2.pdf" target="_blank">Pennsylvania American Dietetic Association Annual Meeting and Expo held in Monroeville.</a> </strong></div>
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Yup, my big belly and I are kind of nervous, but what could be more fun than talking about fun foods and preparing recipes in front of a bunch of nutrition professionals! Baby Wyatt and I can't wait to be up on stage!</div>
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<u>Here are some claims made on Goji berries:</u></h3>
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People have used Goji berries to treat many common health problems like diabetes, high blood pressure, fever, and age-related eye problems. They have been called the fountain of youth, due to their high antioxidant content. In some Asian countries, Goji berries have been eaten for generations in the hopes of living longer. Some say they even aid in weight loss by decreasing waist circumference. </div>
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Some studies using Goji berry juice found benefits in mental wellness and athletic performance, quality of sleep, and overall good health. .</div>
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Goji berries can be eaten raw, cooked, or dried and are used in herbal teas, juices and wines.</div>
They are bright orange-red berries that comes from a shrub native to China.<br />
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In general , research shows that eating berries, such as blueberries, cranberries and strawberries offers some health benefits. Berries, such as Goji, are packed with antioxidants and other compounds that <strong><u>may </u></strong>help prevent<span style="color: black;"> cancer </span>and other illnesses. It is well known that antioxidants may also boost the immune system.<br />
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Eating foods high in antioxidants minimizes damage from free radicals that injure cells and damage DNA. By doing so, antioxidants <u>may</u> help reduce the risk of some serious diseases.<br />
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Goji berries also contain vitamin A, which aids in protecting vision.<br />
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In two separate RCT in animal models, the berry juice was been shown to increase metabolic rate, reduce body weight and produce general feeling of well being by increasing energy levels (Amagase et al.).<br />
In another study in mice, supplementation of the berry polysaccharides was shown to protect against exercise induced oxidant stress (Changbo et at.)<br />
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In another animal study, the berry extract improved neurological deficits and cerebral edema in mice with ischemic stroke (Yang et al).<br />
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In a Chinese review study, experiments have shown that the polysaccharides components are the major contributor to the biological activities in the berries (Jin et al.). <br />
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Some research suggests that Goji berries may boost brain health and may protect against age-related diseases such as Alzheimer's. More research is needed. <br />
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While Goji berries are a rich source of antioxidants, and research may be promising for health benefits, it is unclear whether they are any more nutritious than compared to other berries. Also, it is unclear which variety( the raw, dried or supplement) are the most effective. <br />
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Try this new and fun recipe- to be used in the food demonstration component of our workshop:<span style="color: #365f91; font-family: Cambria; font-size: large;"></span></h3>
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<o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;">¾ cup roughly chopped or sliced almonds<br />
1/3 cup dark chocolate chips<br />
¼ cup dark cocoa powder<br />
1 cup dried goji berries<br />
1 cup apricots (or golden raisins, cranberries, cherries)<br />
2 Tbsp. agave syrup (or honey)<br />
½ cup unsweetened coconut for rolling (another trendy food!!)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">I purchased these on </span><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Dragon-Herbs-Heaven-Mountain-Berries/dp/B003B6Y33K/ref=pd_sim_gro_14" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: small;">Amazon</span></a><span style="font-size: small;">!</span></h4>
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<span style="font-size: small;"> Add agave and pulse until thick dough forms.</span></h4>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Use a tablespoon or small cookie dough scoop to shape mixture into truffles. Coat scoop with cooking spray to prevent sticking. </span></h4>
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<span style="font-size: small;">If you are interested in the nutrition facts, contact me at </span><a href="mailto:chef.jacqueline@yahoo.com"><span style="font-size: small;">chef.jacqueline@yahoo.com</span></a></h4>
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Leslie Mcilroy, a fabulous colleague of mine, is a copywriter and poet extraordinaire! Check her out at <a href="http://www.lamcilroy.com/">http://www.lamcilroy.com/</a>.</div>
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She was kind enough to share her fabulous recipe with me and of course, I had to try it out as soon as possible. Yum!</div>
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For those of you who are intimated by making fresh bread from scratch, give this a try; you won't be disappointed.</div>
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Of course I added some Dietitian fiber boosting options, for those of you who crave nutrient density in everything you eat:). (I know, it's a curse, but just embrace it!) </div>
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3 cups lukewarm water<br />
1 ½ Tbsp. yeast (2 pkgs.)<br />
1 Tbsp. salt<br />
6 ½ cups bread flour such as King Arthur</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Dietitian Fiber boost
add-ins*:<br />
</b>1/3 cup millet<br />
1/3 cup cornmeal<br />
½ cup oats<br />
1/3 cup wheat germ<br />
1/3 cup flaxseed meal<br />
½ cup additional water, as needed</span></div>
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can mix and match what you have and want, up to a total about 2 cups. I also used ½ bread flour and ½ white whole
wheat flour.<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: small;">Add flour (plus any extra fiber boosters).I love millet! It adds a yummy crunch. Mix until well combined (adding the additional water depending on how much extras you added). </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: small;">The mixing may take a little arm strength to get the dough well combined.Feel free to use a stand mixer, but the point of this recipe is to make it easy, or why not just go old school and work a little. If you are a fan of "kneading", then please do so! Kneading the dough for about 5-10 minutes increases gluten, which adds elasticity to the bread. This will result is a puffier, chewier bread.</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">I was not able to wait 2 entire hours...so at 1 hour of rising, I shaped the entire batch into 3 loaves!</span></td></tr>
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