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April 4, 2018

Savor This Sweet & Spicy Corn Chowder

A comforting and creamy chowder that features sweet potatoes and corn, two foods that, if consumed often, are linked to lower rates of heart disease and obesity. Sweet potatoes, especially, are a great source of potassium, which can blunt the impact of high sodium intakes to maintain a healthful blood pressure. Sweet Potato & Spicy Corn Chowder with Shrimp Ingredients: 1 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil ½ cup celery, diced 1½ cups finely chopped red bell pepper 1 small yellow onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 4 cups fresh or frozen corn, thawed 1 chipotle pepper, seeded and minced (from a can of chipotles in adobo) ½ jalapeno, seeded and […]

March 28, 2018

Published by FoodTrients

Relax With Sheet-Pan Ratatouille & Steak

This Sheet-Pan Ratatouille is designed to promote sleepiness and is quick to whip up for dinner. A mixture of vegetables gives this recipe a boost of nutrition. Sheet-Pan Ratatouille with Grass-Fed Steak Ingredients: 2 zucchini (cut into 1-inch cubes) 2 yellow summer squash (cut into 1-inch cubes) 1 large eggplant (cut into 1-inch cubes) 1 large yellow onion (cut into 1-inch chunks) 2 garlic cloves (minced) 3 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil ¾ tsp. Himalayan pink salt, divided ¼ tsp. black pepper 1 Ib. of 1-inch-thick grass-fed rib eye steak 1 pint grape tomatoes 2 Tbs. fresh thyme leaves Directions: Preheat […]

March 21, 2018

Published by FoodTrients

Curry Shrimp Bowl Brings on the Heat

Want to spice it up tonight? Here’s a delicious and nutritious ways to do it. For super quick prep, purchase already peeled and deveined shrimp. To tame the spicy heat, add more water or a little coconut milk to the sauce. If you can’t find lime rice, make regular quick-cooking rice and add the juice and zest from one lime. The shrimp, curry and rice can all be made ahead, but stir in the coconut chips just before serving. Spicy Red Curry Shrimp Bowl Serves 4 Ingredients: 2 Tbs. avocado oil or other cooking oil 1 cup thinly sliced white […]

February 28, 2018

Published by FoodTrients

Mushroom & Spinach Risotto Brings on the Flavor

Each box of risotto contains a seasoning packet, but you’ll need only one for this recipe; save the other for flavoring soup stock or another grain dish. If boxed Creamy Parmesan Risotto isn’t available, purchase two regular-flavor risotto boxes; use 2 tablespoons butter instead of 1 tablespoon olive oil in step 2, and stir in ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese in step 3. Mushroom and Spinach Risotto Ingredients: 2 Tbs. olive oil, divided ½ cup thinly sliced leeks (half-moon slices), rinsed thoroughly 8 ounces sliced baby bella mushrooms 2 boxes Lundberg Organic Risotto Creamy Parmesan (flavor packets removed) 2 cups […]

February 7, 2018

Published by FoodTrients

It’s a Wrap With Thai Coconut Chicken

Chicken tenders may be larger than strips, so slice if needed. If you can’t find Thai coconut curry hummus, buy regular hummus and add dried coconut, curry powder and garlic powder to taste. If you like, you can substitute 1 tablespoon coconut oil and 1½ tablespoons water for the coconut milk. These wraps should be served immediately. Thai Coconut Chicken Wraps Ingredients: 1 Tbs. cooking oil, such as avocado oil ¾ pound chicken strips or chicken tenders, sliced to equal thinness ⅛ tsp. sea salt ⅛ tsp. black pepper 2 tsp. honey ½ cup Hope Thai Coconut Curry Hummus 3-4 […]

October 24, 2017

Published by FoodTrients

Brazilian Cheese Bread Adds Pizzazz

This recipe for Pão de Queijo (Brazilian Cheese Bread) adds an international flair to any meal. You’ll love the soft and chewy texture and cheesy flavor of this gluten-free recipe—and you’ll also like how it’s low in lactose, which is great for anyone with lactose intolerance or Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) following the low-FODMAP diet. Ingredients: 1 cup milk (use lactose-free milk to lower FODMAPs) ½ cup coconut oil 1 tsp. salt 2 cups tapioca flour 2 eggs 1½ cups shredded Parmesan cheese Directions: Preheat oven to 450 degrees. In a 2-quart saucepan, combine milk, oil and salt. Whisk occasionally, […]

October 3, 2017

Published by FoodTrients

Mama Mia! Italian Herbed Farro Bowls

A natural plant-based cuisine, modern Italian focuses on the nuances of its regions, though nationwide the emphasis is on food produced by the earth. Ingredients: 2 cups uncooked farro 6 cups water 3 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil, divided 4 cloves garlic (minced) 1 large fennel bulb (cut into ⅛-inch slices) 2 cups ¼-inch carrot slices (3 large carrots) 1 cup dry white wine ½ tsp. fennel seed (crushed) 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes Juice and peel of 1 lemon, divided 1 Tbs. dried, mixed Italian herbs ½ tsp. salt ¼ tsp. ground black pepper 1 (5-ounce) package baby spinach ¼–½ […]

June 27, 2017

Published by adrienne_lee

Okonomiyaki: A Pancake with Asian Flair

This savory spinach pancake has Japanese influences but is often served in Hawaii. When you sprinkle on the thin bonito flakes just before serving, watch them dance around from the residual heat of the pancake. It’s dairy free, too. Look for bonito flakes at Asian grocers, or in the Asian section of most grocery stores. It’s traditional to serve this pancake family-style and to let diners cut off slices at the table. Ingredients: 5 large eggs 1 teaspoon low-sodium soy sauce 1 tsp. water ½ cup whole-wheat flour 1 cup finely chopped or shredded fresh spinach (remove large stems before […]

June 20, 2017

Published by Life Extension

Can Curry Help Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease?

In fact, Indians aged 70 to 79 years are four times less likely to have Alzheimer’s disease than Americans. The reason for this difference is unknown, but the Indian diet may very well have something to do with it. Curry dishes, of course, are a staple of the Indian diet. A few years back, a study actually found that Asians who occasionally ate curry performed better on cognitive tests than those who rarely did. Since then other studies have pointed to the benefits of turmeric, a key spice in curry sauces. Is Curcumin Curry’s Key Ingredient? The use of turmeric dates back […]