Author: modernwomenshealth
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Maggie Jukes Crohn’s Message
Howdy! My name is Maggie Jukes, I am a 17-year-old Senior at Lake Travis High School in Lakeway, Texas. I am both honored & excited to be named the Central Texas Honored Hero! I was officially diagnosed with Crohn’s Disease at the age of 14. Since that time, I have experienced many strange and sometimes awkward situations. I am…
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Heart Month
Heart Month has arrived! It is time to raise awareness for cardiovascular health! To raise awareness and to keep you informed about recent developments in cardiovascular health, we’ve prepared for you an easy-to-follow info sheet!
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Acqua Pazza (Fish Simmered in Tomato-Garlic Broth)
Ingredients: ¼ cup plus 2/3 cup olive oil 6 large garlic cloves Pinch of red chili flakes 3 cups chicken or vegetable stock 1 Tbs. capers 4 cups water 6 red snapper or striped bass fillets, each about 6 oz., skin on Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste ½ cup all-purpose flour 12 ripe…
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Wild Greens Frittata
Ingredients: About 1 lb. leafy greens, such as spinach, chard, broccoli rabe or arugula, tough stems removed 1 cup water 8 eggs Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste ¼ cup olive oil 1 garlic clove, minced Directions: In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine the greens and water. Cover and cook until tender,…
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Turkey Poblano Chili
Ingredients 2 Tbs. olive oil 2 poblano chilies, seeded and chopped ½ cup green onions 2 lb. ground turkey 4 garlic cloves, minced 4 Tbs. chili powder Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste 1 can crushed plum tomatoes 1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed 1 cup chicken broth Directions Brown the vegetables and…
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Smoked Trout Salad
Ingredients: 2 ½ bunches watercress 1 ½ Tbs. olive oil 2 tsp. fresh lemon juice 1 tsp. white vinegar ½ tsp. freshly ground white pepper ¼ tsp. salt 2 heads Belgian endive, cored and cut lengthwise into slices ¼ inch thick ¼ cup chopped fresh tarragon 4-5 smoked trout fillets, about 1 lb. total (skin and…
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Cauliflower and Tofu Curry
Ingredients 1 Tbsp. olive oil 1 bunch green onion, finely chopped 14 to 16 oz. firm tofu, drained, patted dry, and cut into ¾-inch cubes A heaping 1 Tbsp. hot curry or vindaloo curry paste, preferably Patak 1 can (14 ½ oz.) diced tomatoes, with juices 1 head cauliflower, cut into ¾ inch florets 1…
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Broccoli Rabe with Garlic
Ingredients 1 Tbsp. olive oil 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced 1 bunch broccoli rabe, about 1 lb. (500 g), ends trimmed Sea salt and freshly ground pepper (to taste) 1/8 tsp. red pepper flakes 2 Tbsp. water Directions In a nonstick fry pan over medium-high heat, warm the olive oil Add the garlic and cook,…
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Braised Soy-Ginger Chicken and Bok Choy
Ingredients 1 ½ cups water 1 cup soy sauce ¼ cup unseasoned rice vinegar 2 Tbsp. Splenda brown sugar ½ tsp. Chinese five spice powder 2 Tbsp. minced fresh ginger 3 green onions, thinly sliced 2 lbs. skinless, bone-in, chicken thighs or breast halves ½ lb. bok choy, quartered lengthwise 1 Tbsp. olive oil Cauliflower…
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Braised Baby Fennel
Ingredients 12 to 16 baby fennel bulbs 5 Tbsp. olive oil 4 shallots cut into rings 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped ½ red bell pepper, diced 2 tomatoes, peeled, seeded and cubed 1 scant tsp. tomato paste 5 Tbsp. water Sea salt and freshly ground pepper (to taste) Chopped fresh chervil or flat-leaf parsley for…