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  • In Season: Kiwi

    November 1st, 2008

    Tired of apples, pears, and other fall fruits? Slice open a kiwi. This fuzzy piece of produce is packed with heart-healthy nutrients like potassium, magnesium, and vitamins C and E. Research shows eating kiwis daily may help prevent heart disease and stroke by limiting the blood’s ability to form life-threatening clots and by lowering triglycerides—fats that thicken the blood.

    By Beth Bence Reinke
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  • Healthy Diet, Healthy Career

    November 1st, 2008

    Dining at the office vending machine may do more than sabotage your diet: Poor eating habits could also affect your career. A recent survey from ComPsych Corporation found that employees who ate a balanced diet were 10 times more likely to sustain high energy levels throughout the workday than those who ate junk food or skipped meals altogether.

    By Elizabeth Gregg

  • Chocolate-Orange Sauce

    November 1st, 2008
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    1/2 cup cocoa powder
    1/2 cup agave nectar
    1 tablespoon cornstarch
    1 cup evaporated skim milk
    1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    2 teaspoons grated orange zest

    Combine all ingredients in a sauce pan, mixing well. Cook over medium heat, stirring continuously. Serve as a dip for fruit.

    Nutrition info per serving (4): 146 calories; 2 g fat; 1 g saturated fat; 3 mg cholesterol; 7 g protein; 31 g carbohydrates; 4 g fiber; 76 mg sodium

  • Blueberry Compote

    October 1st, 2008
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    2 1/2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
    1 tablespoon cornstarch
    1/2 cup water
    1/2 cup honey

    1. In a saucepan, combine all ingredients.
    2. Bring to boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, stirring regularly, until thickened.
    3. Serve warm as a delicious topping for ice cream, yogurt, oatmeal, whole-wheat pancakes, or waffles.

    Nutrition info per serving (4): 185.7 calories; 0.3 g fat; 0 g saturated fat; 0 mg cholesterol; 0.7 g protein; 49.2 g carbohydrates; 2.5 g fiber; 7.9 mg sodium

  • Sweet Potato Coffee Cake

    October 1st, 2008
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    Cake
    1 cup whole wheat flour; 1 cup flour
    1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
    1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
    1 teaspoon grated orange zest
    1/2 cup brown sugar; 1/2 cup maple syrup
    1 teaspoon vanilla
    1 cup cooked, mashed orange sweet potatoes
    1 egg; 1 egg white
    1/2 cup nonfat sour cream
    3/4 cup orange juice
    2 tablespoons olive oil
    1 cup raisins; 1/2 cup dried cranberries

    Glaze
    1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
    1/4 cup orange juice

    1. Mix flours, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and orange zest. Set aside.
    2. Mix sugar, maple syrup, vanilla, sweet potatoes, egg, egg white, sour cream, orange juice, and olive oil. Blend well.
    3. Combine flour and sweet potato mixtures. Fold in raisins and cranberries, and pour into a baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350 degrees, one hour for an 11- by 7-inch pan, and 45 minutes for a 9- by 13-inch pan.
    4. While cake is baking, prepare glaze in a small bowl. Spoon over cake when cooled.

    Nutrition info per serving (based on 15 servings): 240.2 calories; 2.5 g fat; 0.4 g saturated fat; 12.6 mg cholesterol; 3.5 g protein; 53 g carbohydrates; 1.9 g fiber; 65.4 mg sodium

  • Sweet Potato Coffee Cake

    October 1st, 2008
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    Cake
    1 cup whole wheat flour; 1 cup flour
    1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
    1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
    1 teaspoon grated orange zest
    1/2 cup brown sugar; 1/2 cup maple syrup
    1 teaspoon vanilla
    1 cup cooked, mashed orange sweet potatoes
    1 egg; 1 egg white
    1/2 cup nonfat sour cream
    3/4 cup orange juice
    2 tablespoons olive oil
    1 cup raisins; 1/2 cup dried cranberries

    Glaze
    1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
    1/4 cup orange juice

    1. Mix flours, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and orange zest. Set aside.
    2. Mix sugar, maple syrup, vanilla, sweet potatoes, egg, egg white, sour cream, orange juice, and olive oil. Blend well.
    3. Combine flour and sweet potato mixtures. Fold in raisins and cranberries, and pour into a baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350 degrees, one hour for an 11- by 7-inch pan, and 45 minutes for a 9- by 13-inch pan.
    4. While cake is baking, prepare glaze in a small bowl. Spoon over cake when cooled.

    Nutrition info per serving (based on 15 servings): 240.2 calories; 2.5 g fat; 0.4 g saturated fat; 12.6 mg cholesterol; 3.5 g protein; 53 g carbohydrates; 1.9 g fiber; 65.4 mg sodium

  • Asian Chicken Noodle Soup

    October 1st, 2008
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    2 teaspoons dark sesame oil
    2 teaspoons peeled, diced ginger
    2 cloves garlic, minced
    6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
    2 tablespoons soy sauce
    2 tablespoons rice vinegar
    1 teaspoon brown sugar
    1 cup shiitake mushrooms, quartered, stems removed
    2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cooked and shredded
    6 ounces dried Chinese egg noodles
    5 ounces spinach leaves, washed and torn
    Salt and pepper to taste, optional

    1. In a large pot, heat oil. Add ginger and garlic, and stir-fry for 1 minute.
    2. Add broth, soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, mushrooms, and chicken. Bring to boil, then reduce heat, and simmer for 5 minutes.
    3. Add noodles, and cook 4 minutes, or until noodles are tender.
    4. Add spinach, and heat 2 minutes more.

    Nutrition info per serving (4 to 6): 308.9 calories; 5.2 g fat; 0.9 g saturated fat; 74.8 mg cholesterol; 25.6 g protein; 40.2 g carbohydrates; 2.8 g fiber; 1,443.6 mg sodium

  • Pork and Squash "Noodle" Soup

    October 1st, 2008
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    1/2 pound pork tenderloin, thinly sliced and browned
    2 garlic cloves, minced
    2 teaspoons dark sesame oil
    1 tablespoon gingerroot, minced
    1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
    1/4 cup rice vinegar
    1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
    4 cups chicken broth.
    2 cups spaghetti squash, cooked
    1/4 cups green onions, sliced

    1. In a sauce or stock pan, brown pork tenderloin and minced garlic cloves in dark sesame oil.

    2. Add minced gingerroot, low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, red pepper flakes, and chicken broth. Stir in spaghetti squash and green onions. Bring to boil, reduce heat, and simmer until heated through.

  • Frutied Squash Muffins

    October 1st, 2008
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    1 cup flour
    1 cup whole-wheat flour
    1/2 cup honey
    1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
    1 tablespoon orange zest
    1 teaspoon cinnamon
    1 beaten egg
    1/2 cup orange juice
    2 tablespoons canola oil
    1 cup spaghetti squash, cooked
    3/4 cup chopped cranberries
    3/4 cup raisins
    1/2 cup chopped dates

    1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, honey, baking powder, orange zest, and cinnamon.

    2. Stir in egg, orange juice, canola oil, and spaghetti squash. Blend to form batter. Add chopped cranberries, raisins, and chopped dates.

    3. Pour into prepared muffin tin, and bake at 350 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes.

  • Curried Squash And Veggie Casserole

    October 1st, 2008
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    1 spaghetti squash, cooked
    2 cups broccoli florets, chopped and steamed
    1 cup red bell pepper, chopped
    1 cup low-fat sour cream
    1/4 cup skim milk
    1 tablespoon curry powder
    1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
     

    1. In a bowl, combine spaghetti squash with broccoli florets, and red bell pepper.

    2. Mix in sour cream, skim milk, curry powder, and Parmesan cheese, stirring well to coat.

    3. Pour into a 9- by 13-inch casserole dish, and top with seasoned whole-wheat bread crumbs or prepared whole-grain stuffing (approximately 2 cups). Bake at 400 degrees for 30 minutes.

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