Now that you know what’s in season, it’s time to start cooking! Here are some great recipes utilizing those fruits and veggies. The asparagus, peas, and basil would be a great St. Patty’s Day side. (I would replace the butter with olive oil.)
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Cooking Up Spring Vegetables
Posted by M. Terry on March 15, 2011
https://wholetothecore.com/2011/03/15/cooking-up-spring-vegetables/
20% off Larabar Order!
Now until March 23rd, you can get 20% off an order of Larabars. I love the lemon and key lime flavor, but often only see them at Whole Foods. Click here and use the code LARBIGL11 to get the discount.
Posted by M. Terry on March 14, 2011
https://wholetothecore.com/2011/03/14/20-off-larabar-order/
Finding Out What’s ‘In Season’ in Your Area
Sustainable Table offers great information for what produce is in season in your city. Simply put in your state and click on which month you want. It even narrows it down to early in the month or later in the month. It gives you a list of what should be available, and you can then select which fruit/veggie you want, and it brings up nutritional information about it and even how to store it. And while you’re visiting, you can also find out where your local farmer’s market is.
Posted by M. Terry on March 14, 2011
https://wholetothecore.com/2011/03/14/finding-out-whats-in-season-in-your-area/
Log On Before Dining Out
Ahhh, the weekend! ‘Tis the time to dine out! If I open my menu when we go to a restaurant, my husband often makes a “why are you bothering?” remark. That is because he knows that I already got online and downloaded the menu. My purpose? I am looking for items that are the healthiest picks. I avoid anything fried, served in heavy sauces, and the like. I look for grilled, baked, or broiled lean proteins and find out what side items are available. Most chain restaurants offer you the nutritional information on their selections. I love Outback’s website. They offer a great interactive tool that allows you to choose different items and see the “end result” of your given meal. From the main course to dressings and toppings, you can get a clear idea of just how much you are consuming. If you take the extra time beforehand, you can make dining out a healthy and guiltless experience!
Posted by M. Terry on March 12, 2011
https://wholetothecore.com/2011/03/12/log-on-before-dining-out/
Energy Bars
I love to make Ellie Krieger’s energy bars! They are moist and easy to freeze so you can have them on hand when you need them. And my kids love them! Just toss everything into the food processor, press into a pan, and bake.
However, when I run out or don’t have time to make them, my alternative is the Larabar (Lemon is my favorie!). They are made with fruit and nuts and spices or naural flavoring- NOTHING ELSE! At just a bit over $1 a bar and about 220 calories, it’s the perfect snack.
Posted by M. Terry on March 10, 2011
https://wholetothecore.com/2011/03/10/energy-bars/
Running Recovery
Despite a 20+ mph east wind, we were able to complete 10.5 miles at just under a 10 minute pace. Not too bad for my first time! It is vital to eat and drink after a hard workout. Complex carbs and protein are a must to minimalize the fatigue on the body. My post-run recovery meal today was a Peanut Butter and Banana smoothie. A little trick that I use…peel ripe bananas, wrap individually in foil, and stick them in the freezer. Pull one out when needed. This makes the smoothie extra cold!
Protein-Packed PB and Banana Shake
1 cup almond milk (You can use regular milk- I just prefer the almond milk)
1/4 cup plain greek yogurt
1 banana
2 T peanut butter
1 T honey
Pour all ingredients into blender and mix until smooth. Makes about 2 cups.
Posted by M. Terry on March 4, 2011
https://wholetothecore.com/2011/03/04/running-recovery/
Boiling Mad
Since I will be home most of the day today, I will be cooking up a large batch of quinoa and millet as well as chickpeas. I avoid buying beans in cans because of the BPA that these products usually contain along with the extra sodium that they have. Once they are all cooked, I divide them up and freeze them. When I need rice or beans, I just go to my freezer and grab what I need. Not only is this a more nutritional and safe route for my family, it is also waaaayyyy less expensive.
Posted by M. Terry on March 3, 2011
https://wholetothecore.com/2011/03/03/boiling-mad/
21 Healthiest Packaged Foods
We all have hectic schedules, and it’s not always possible to cook up something great in the kitchen. Here is a list of some healthy on-the-go foods for when it’s “one of those days.” Some of my favorites have made the cut- Almond milk, Applegate Farms deli meats, and Amy’s frozen meals.
Posted by M. Terry on March 2, 2011
https://wholetothecore.com/2011/03/02/21-healthiest-packaged-foods/
Eating the Rainbow for National Nutrition Month
March is National Nutrition Month. Whole Foods has teamed up with the American Dietetic Association to promote their Eat Right campaign. This is a 28-day challenge to promote lifestyle changes in eating. You can sign up for a 30-day period and they will provide you with a nutritional analysis of your diet, eating plan, recipes, and more!
The Eat Right campaign is promoting “Eat Right With Color.” One of my favorite ways to ensure that I am eating the rainbow- that is filling my plate with a variety of various colors of produce- is to grill up some veggies. My favorites include zucchini, squash, eggplant, red peppers, red onions, and mushrooms. I simply cut them into bite-sized pieces, drizzle with a little olive oil, add some garlic, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. I toss them into my grill basket and place them along side whatever protein I am grilling at that time. And I always make sure to make extra so I can snack on them the next day.
Posted by M. Terry on March 1, 2011
https://wholetothecore.com/2011/03/01/eating-the-rainbow-for-national-nutrition-month/
A Clean Eat – Chocolate Peanut Butter Chews
I found this recipe on the Eat Clean Diet site, and we just tried these this afternoon and they are great! No baking- just mixing and rolling into balls. Pop them in the freezer, and 5 minutes later they are ready! I substituted agave nectar for the brown rice syrup. I’m sure honey would work just as well. I used Kashi’s 7 Whole Grain Puffs for the brown rice cereal. I hope you get the chance to make them. Enjoy!
No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Chews
Ingredients
- 1 cup Crisp Brown Rice Cereal
- 1/4 cup smooth all-natural peanut butter
- 3 tbsp organic brown rice syrup
- 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp dark chocolate chips
Instructions
Line a plate with parchment paper. In a medium sized bowl, stir together the peanut butter, brown rice syrup, 2 tbsp chocolate chips, and vanilla extract. Microwave on high for 35-45 seconds. Stir well and immediately add in the 1 tsp cocoa powder. Stir until incorporated. Immediately stir in the rice crisp cereal until all rice crispies are coated.
Wet hands thoroughly and shape the mixture into ‘golf-balls’. Press mixture together firmly into balls so it will hold. Wet hands after each ball is formed so the mixture will not stick to your hands. Place the balls onto parchment paper and freeze for 5 minutes. You can keep these chews in the freezer in a sealed container.
per large ball, makes 7 balls: 113 kcals, 6 grams fat, 14 grams carbs, 8 grams sugar, 2 grams protein.
Posted by M. Terry on February 27, 2011
https://wholetothecore.com/2011/02/27/a-clean-eat-chocolate-peanut-butter-chews/
Proverbs 31 Devotionals
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