October 8, 2024

Pasture Prime: The Benefits of Grass-Fed Beef

I love good-quality beef, particularly grass-fed beef. In fact, when I think of typical American food, I think of steaks, hamburgers, roast beef and more. In the Philippines, where diets consist mostly of fish, pork and chicken, I was lucky enough to grow up in a household where we had access to beef. As a child, hamburgers and steaks were among my favorite foods. As I got older, I began to limit how much and how often I ate beef. Today, I restrict my meat eating to grass-fed, organic beef. Besides being delicious and versatile, beef is a powerhouse of […]
October 8, 2024

Steakhouse Potatoes Help Build and Repair Muscle

American Steakhouse Potatoes with Caramelized Onions This recipe is a nod to the classic American custom of eating steaks with baked potatoes. But here you eat less protein and forgo the calorie-rich butter and sour cream that usually dresses them. My Caramelized Onions top this dish. Benefits Potatoes contain vitamin B6, potassium, and fiber for gut health. The protein in steak helps build and repair muscles, hair, nails, skin, bone, and cartilage. Mushrooms contain selenium, which helps protect the heart and regulate blood clotting. Serves 2–4 Ingredients 2 large Russet potatoes, skin on 1 lb. sirloin steak tips, in small, […]
March 28, 2018

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 […]
May 10, 2017

Portobello Mushroom and Steak Salad with Blue Cheese

You can enjoy a classic steak salad that’s lighter on the steak but just as satisfying, with the smart addition of rich and hearty portobello mushrooms. The recipe is Gluten Free and grain free. Ingredients: ¼ cup balsamic vinegar ⅓ cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 tsp. Dijon mustard 1 Tbs. maple syrup 1 garlic clove, grated ¼ tsp. salt ¼ tsp. ground black pepper 4 large portobello mushroom caps (5–6 inches in diameter) 8 ounces flank steak 2 heads romaine lettuce, chopped 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes 4 ounces crumbled blue cheese Directions: In a small […]