Most people have used some form of grain - often breadcrumbs or flour - to bread chicken, but have you ever thought of rolling your chicken in a cooked grain crust? This quinoa breaded chicken is a twist on a classic technique and adds a nutty, crunchy texture. Try breading whole chicken breasts (as shown here), or bread after cutting chicken into tenders. Either way, dip in[...]
Chickpea protein bars: what a brilliant idea, right? Protein bars can be pricy, but when you can make them in your own kitchen, they get significantly more affordable. Chickpeas, which make up the base of this recipe, are less than $1 per can! People generally believe that high doses of protein after a workout are necessary for stimulating muscle growth, but according to the Academy[...]
If you like chai tea, chances are you'll appreciate Thai iced tea as well. Many of the flavors are similar, and both involve black tea brewed with spices such as cinnamon, star anise, cardamom, and cloves. Thai iced tea is traditionally served over crushed ice with sweetened condensed milk, but my hunch was that coconut milk would taste wonderful with the warming spices in this recipe[...]
I sat for a long while trying to find the words I wanted to share with you this Thanksgiving week. This holiday, at its core, is one I love: it involves surrounding ourselves with people we care about, sharing a delicious meal, and remembering the things we're thankful for. What a beautiful concept! For my clients who struggle with eating and body image, however, Thanksgiving can be s[...]
Roasting is a great way to take vegetables from meh to amazing. In roasting, the sugars in the food caramelize and interact with one another to create a brown crust, which is loaded with extra flavor. This brown flavor is usually characterized as nutty, sweet, and toasty - doesn't that sound wonderful this time of year? This roasted squash salad combines tender delicata squash and bru[...]