Whole grains

Close-up of wheat grains on a textured surface.

Happy Whole Grain Holidays (and Thoughts on Gluten-Free and Paleo Diets)

11/27/2012
Are Whole Grains Part of Your Diet? Why Not? Source: wholegrainscouncil.org...
Diet / Dietary Guidelines / Food / Health / Holidays / Nutrition / Weight / Whole grains
Delicious pancakes topped with caramelized bananas and syrup.

French Toast Tuesday | French Toast with Apple Compote

09/18/2012
Who makes French toast on a Tuesday? Seriously, Dr. Newby, do you even work? [caption...
Autumn / Breakfast / Calories / Diet / Dietary Guidelines / Farmers' markets / Food / Health / Nutrition / Recipe / Whole grains
A vibrant taco filled with scrambled eggs, vegetables, and herbs on a decorated plate.

Breakfast Taco: Eggs, Black Beans, and Salsa

08/26/2012
Today's post is the sister to yesterday's, which was dedicated to Southwestern scrambled eggs with...
Beans / Breakfast / Food / Health / Nutrition / Protein / Recipe / Vegetables / Whole grains
Golden-brown quesadilla served with fresh tomato and cucumber salad.

Roasted Vegetable Quesadillas

08/24/2012
I've spent a lot of time writing about corn and tomatoes, my summer favorites. Zucchini...
Beans / Food / Health / Nutrition / Recipe / Vegetables / Whole grains
Close-up of fresh green zucchini with natural texture.

The Sweet Side of Squash: Dark Chocolate Zucchini Bread

08/16/2012
The complete recipe for this bread is now up here. Savory to Sweet, Dark, and...
Chocolate / Desserts / Diet / Dietary Guidelines / Farmers' markets / Food / Health / Nutrition / Recipe / Science / Whole grains
A fresh salad with blackberries, nuts, and greens on a colorful plate.

On the Protein Power and Beauty of Salad

08/14/2012
I hope you had a chance to read yesterday's post featuring my quinoa and herb salad...
Diet / Dietary Guidelines / Food / Health / Nutrition / Nuts / Protein / Recipe / Science / Vegetables / Whole grains
A colorful salad with chickpeas, olives, greens, and cheese.

Quinoa and Herb Salad with Blueberries, Marcona Almonds, and Lemon Vinaigrette

08/13/2012
Blueberries: Beyond Pancakes I couldn't resist posting my recipe for blueberry pancakes over the weekend:...
Beans / Diet / Food / Health / Nutrition / Nuts / Protein / Recipe / Salad / Science / Vegetables / Whole grains
Close-up of a blueberry pancake with syrup and fresh blueberries.

Ditch the Mix: Make Your Own Berry Bursting Pancakes

08/11/2012
Although that would also be an apt description. This recipe takes an American and Dutch...
Breakfast / Food / Fruit / Health / Nutrition / Recipe / Science / Whole grains
A bowl of rich red soup garnished with cheese and fresh cilantro.

Making Chili: Get Creative and Make It Your Own

02/11/2012
Veggies, beans, protein, and even whole grains can all be added to chili in combinations...
Beans / Diet / Dietary Guidelines / Food / Health / Nutrition / Protein / Recipe / Vegetables / Whole grains / Winter
Star-shaped brownies topped with swirls of yellow frosting on a white tray.

Holiday Panic: Chocolate to the Rescue!

12/09/2011
Chocolate Brownie Stars with Maple Buttercream You know it's mid-December when...
Calories / Chocolate / Desserts / Diet / Dietary Guidelines / Food / Health / Holidays / Nutrition / Recipe / Science / Whole grains