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Baked Acorn Squash with Chestnuts, Apples and Leeks

October 15, 2018

Thanks to our friends at Food and Wine for this perfect addition to our fall taste palette. Ingredients 4 acorn squash (about 1 pound each), halved lengthwise and seeded 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 1/2 cups diced celery 2 leeks, halved lengthwise and sliced crosswise 1/4 inch thick 2 Granny Smith apples, peeled and diced 2 teaspoons finely chopped thyme 10 ounces day-old rustic rye bread—crusts removed, bread cut into 1/2-inch dice (about 6 cups) 7 ounces vacuum-packed cooked chestnuts 1/2 cup chopped parsley 1/3 cup heavy cream 1/3 cup vegetable stock or low-sodium broth Directions Step 1 Preheat the oven to 350°. Brush the cut sides of the squash with olive oil and...

Big Game Black Bean Salsa

October 9, 2018

In The Kitchen

It's hard not to enjoy a salty snack while watching the Big Game. For me, it can be a problem finding healthy snacking options on game day, which is mostly my own doing. But that's ok because we have the perfect alternative for you. Our Game Day Black Bean Salsa is where it's at, and it's so good you won't be able to stop eating. Enjoy! Ingredients: two cans black beans, drained & rinsed two cans sweet corn, drained & roasted on the stovetop 4 - 5- Roma tomatoes, seeded diced one medium red onion, diced one jalapeno, seeded & diced Cilantro (to taste) julie of one lime (to taste) Directions: Combine all ingredients in large refrigerator safe bowl, let sit for 3 hours and serve cold with...

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Creamy Avocado Pasta

September 25, 2018

In The Kitchen

A simple, tasty and incredibly delightful creamy avocado pasta that can be on your plate in less than 30 minutes and will be ringing praise from the entire family! We appreciate Chungah at DamnDelicious for sharing this amazing recipe with us! What amazed us about this dish is the creamy consistency of the avocado sauce without using cream or butter. It's simple, all you need is a couple ripe avocados, fresh basil, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil. It's a similar structure to our 30 Minute Pesto Pasta, but the taste is completely different. Give it a try this weekend! INGREDIENTS: 12 ounces spaghetti 2 ripe avocados, halved, seeded and peeled 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves 2 cloves garlic 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice Kosher salt and freshly...

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Farro Gratin With Brussels Sprouts

September 18, 2018

In The Kitchen

We tried this simple recipe in preparation for the storm, and it did not disappoint. Balsamic vinegar is the key to this recipe; it reacts to the Brussels Sprouts in such a way to add flavor to the dish. We used an eight year aged Balsamic vinegar, not overly thick, but sweet with flavor. Thanks to Food52 for sharing the great recipe! Ingredients 1 cup uncooked farro Kosher salt, to taste Four tablespoons olive oil, divided (plus more for greasing) Two tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and thinly sliced 1/2 teaspoon Aleppo pepper, or a few small pinches of red pepper flakes 5 ounces aged cheddar, shredded (yielding 1 1/2 cups) 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs 1/2 cup pecorino, finely grated Freshly ground black pepper Directions Heat oven to 400° F. Meanwhile, cook farro in...

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Easy Mediterranean Salad Recipe

September 11, 2018

In The Kitchen

Enjoy this delicious, Easy Mediterranean Salad made with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, sundried tomatoes, and red onions. It is an excellent option for summer lunch. Thanks to our friends at Primavera Kitchen for sharing this tasty recipe with us. Ingredients Vegetarian, Gluten-free ∙ Serves 4 Ingredients: 2 cup cherry tomatoes, diced One yellow bell pepper, diced 1 cup red onions, sliced 1/2 cup black olives, sliced One cucumber, diced Three tablespoons feta, crumble (don’t use it if you are doing Whole30) Three tablespoon sun-dried tomatoes, julienne cut Three tablespoon olive oil One teaspoon garlic, minced 1 tbsp lemon juice Salt and freshly ground black pepper One tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped Directions: In a large bowl, toss together cherry tomatoes, yellow bell pepper, red onions, black olives, cucumber, feta, and sundried tomato. In...

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The Best Simple Baked Cod Recipe

August 28, 2018

In The Kitchen

Cod, one of my personal favorites. It's meaty, full of flavor and packed full of nutrients. This recipe combines the health benefits of tomatoes, fish, olive oil and lemon under one umbrella Are you participating in our Elimination Diet or speking with one of our Functional Medicine providers? Then this simple cod recipe from delish is just for you! Ingredients 4 Cod Filets, about 1-inch thick Kosher Salt Ground Black Pepper 4 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for baking dish 1 cup cherry tomatoes 1 lemon, sliced, plus more for garnish 2 garlic cloves, smashed but not peeled 2 sprigs thyme 2 tbsp. freshly chopped parsley for garnish Directions Preheat the oven to 400 and pat cod filets with a paper towel until dry. Season all over with salt...

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8 Goals of a Weight Loss Program

February 28, 2018

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8 Goals of a Weight Loss Program Dr. Tracy Larson We as Americans are gaining weight, it’s a fact. Since the 1980’s, the average American adult has gained 15 pounds. More times than none this is not healthy kind. The Standard American Diet (S.A.D.) promotes a diet rich in fat, salts, refined sugars and processed meats. As a result, Americans are seeing a several point rise in body mass index (BMI), which indicates the amount of body fat and is linked to risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes and heart disease. What can you do? A great first step is to look into a Weight Loss Program. When you're looking for a program, it's wise to look for one that will meet your needs and set you up...

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Preventative Management of High Blood Pressure

August 22, 2017

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Reducing High Blood Pressure With Potassium, Magnesium and L-Arginine You have high blood pressure and need to monitor these levels closely. As a result you Google “Hypertension” “High Blood Pressure problems” to discover high blood pressure can lead to things such as a heart attack, kidney & heart disease, sexual dysfunction, vision loss or worse… a stroke. Your provider suggest changing your diet as the first step in fighting HBP. They know the Standard American Diet is high in processed foods and refine. So, what’s the first step? First, working towards eating a whole foods plant based or Paleo diet will reduce these contributions. We know that potassium reduces blood pressure and your average American does not eat enough. Furthermore, a result of increasing the amount of potassium in your...

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