Children's museum marks opening of 'Healthy' exhibit Nov 29, 2008
NORMAL -- Elijah Lewis loves broccoli and cheese, so it was natural for him to include the toppings on a pizza he made for his dad at the Childrens Discovery Museum. But those werent the only healthy foods he put on the pizza he made at the new Healthy Kids Healthy Future exhibit. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Blissful bowls Nov 28, 2008
95), a rice bowl topped with your choice of beef, chicken or spicy pork combined with broccoli, steamed onions and a sprinkling of sesame seeds ... The dup-bab arrived soon and filled a stylish pottery bowl with hearty pieces of sliced beef, cellophane noodles, broccoli, carrots and onion over hot rice. (Anchorage Daily News)
Count the blessings: Florence woman thankful after overcoming breast cancer Nov 28, 2008
He entered her zinnias and sunflowers, her tomatoes and cucumbers and carrots and corn and broccoli. She won a whole slew of ribbons, Jim said. (Missoulian, MT)
In hard times, generosity is returned Nov 28, 2008
Philips made pre-dinner snacks -- a family favorite of crab meat, cream cheese, olives, onions and broccoli wrapped in a tortilla, then sliced into bite-sized finger food. Like many across the country, Davis and Philips cooked while watching the NFL's Tennessee Titans demolish the Detroit Lions. (Modesto Bee, CA)
A Thanksgiving Feast To Remember Nov 27, 2008
1 cup mayonnaise, preferably Hellmann's 1/2 cup strong Dijon mustard, such as Grey Poupon, Maille, or Amora 1 heaping tablespoon whole-grain French mustard, such as Pommery or Maille 2-1/2 teaspoons granulated garlic Freshly ground pepper Assortment of cut raw vegetables, such as carrots, celery, white mushrooms, red and yellow bell peppers, broccoli, cauliflower, blanched asparagus, and sugar snap peas (about two pounds total). In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise and mustards until creamy and... (CBS News -- Iraq)
Food Donations Keep Pace Nov 27, 2008
But as he looked at the more than 100 brown bags filled with potatoes, chicken, broccoli slaw, Jell-O, onions and herb stuffing, he welled with emotion. "When my family came to San Francisco from Vietnam in 1985, we were recipients of these food donations," said Young, a 34-year-old vice president of sales at Wells Fargo in Redwood City. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
MVES lunch club Nov 27, 2008
dressing, bread, tapioca pudding, topping Friday, Dec. 12: Corn chowder, crackers, broccoli cheese fish, lemon wedge, green and wax bean blend, Lyonnaise potatoes, bread OR egg salad, lettuce leaf, pasta vegetable salad, cauliflower carrot salad, bread, mixed fruit **Higher sodium meal. Loading commenting interface. (Melrose Free Press, MA)
Thanksgiving: Make it easy or from scratch Nov 27, 2008
If that's too much hassle, Ms. Olerud says to rough-chop seasonal vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, parsnips, beets and squash and roast with butter or nut oil, nutmeg and walnuts ... The same goes for bags of mixed vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, and carrots, which can get the sweet treatment or take a hit of olive oil, lemon juice and a shave of Parmesan. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
10 Essentials for Thanksgiving Nov 27, 2008
You don't want to pre-cut them too far in advance, as that can affect the flavor, but vegetables like broccoli, Brussels sprouts and green beans require blanching to par-cook them. Blanching simply means to drop the vegetables in boiling water - salted is better - for a few minutes until they turn crisp-tender. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Custardy strata takes center stage Nov 27, 2008
Or, leave the mushrooms out and substitute roasted cauliflower, broccoli or cubes of roasted root vegetables. The eggs create a silky custard, binding with the bread. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Dining Out: New Asia Chinese Nov 27, 2008
All of the vegetables, including the broccoli in the General Gau's chicken were cooked al dente, which was refreshing, since so often they just turn to mush, but overall I found that the dishes that were supposed to be spicy were too mild. They're playing it safe here, but not in the lounge where you can sip Mai Tais on a Friday or Saturday night between rounds of karaoke singing, which can be quite amusing. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Vitamin K linked to insulin resistance in older men Nov 27, 2008
Foods considered good sources of vitamin K include brussels sprouts, broccoli, and dark, leafy greens, such as spinach and collards. . (EurekAlert!)
Read the rest at Wicked Local Ipswich. Nov 26, 2008
We'll eat mashed potatoes and some lobster and some carrots, broccoli and maybe some soda with the turkey ... We'll have cranberry sauce, gravy, some trees (broccoli), Brussels sprouts, at least one carrot each, salad and rolls with the turkey. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
How to Control Sickle Cell Anemia Nov 26, 2008
Magnesium sources: All beans, chicken breast, beef, fish, yogurt and dairy; Whole wheat, oats, brown rice, nuts and molasses; Avocado, figs, all green leafy vegetables, and asparagus, broccoli and cauliflower ... Brazil nuts, cashew nuts, pumpkin seeds, orange, pineapple, broccoli, carrot and tomato. (Suite101.com)
Just add angst Nov 26, 2008
I want gravy that looks like gravy and not brown Jell-O. And I need to learn how to cook more than just steamed broccoli to add something healthy and colorful to the plate. We work hard for what we earn, and I want to be able to stretch our dollar to its limit and come up with fun food ideas. (USA Today -- Life)
Hapless cook wins a personal lesson from Martha Stewart Nov 26, 2008
Hence her matriculation at Stewart's cooking school a one-hour turn at the gas burner and butcher-block counter of Stewart's TV studio prep kitchen to turn out a full meal: roast chicken (yes, it's officially called "perfect roast chicken"), garlic and rosemary potato puree and braised broccoli rabe ... McDade applies her new garlic-crushing talent to the broccoli rabe pan, even eyeballing the requisite two tablespoons of olive oil. (USA Today -- Life)
Novel Approach For Suppressing Prostate Cancer Development Nov 26, 2008
(July 25, 2007) Eating more cruciferous vegetables like broccoli and cauliflower is associated with a reduced risk of aggressive prostate cancer. Several studies have demonstrated an association between eating. (Science Daily)
Vegetarian recipes for Thanksgiving dinner Nov 26, 2008
PHOTO BY NANCY GILKEY/SPECIAL TO THE SUNThanksgiving mushroom-nut loaf with mushroom gravy, steamed broccoli, yams with cranberries and apples and double-layer pumpkin cheesecake provide an appealing example of a vegetarian holiday dinner. Related Multimedia. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Go Green Challenge Nov 25, 2008
Add broccoli and carrots ... Vegetables: Artichokes, Beets, Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, Cabbage, Cauliflower, Cucumbers, Eggplant, Green peas, Green pepper, Kale, Lettuce, Mushrooms, Mustard green, Onions, Potatoes, Spinach, Tomatoes, Turnip greens, Watercress, Yams, Zucchini. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Senatobia School Lunch Menu December 1-5 Nov 25, 2008
Lunch - Chicken Nuggets, BBQ Rib Sandwich, Mashed Potatoes, Cheesy Broccoli, Hot Cinnamon Apples, Assorted Fruit Juice, Saltine Crackers, Fruit Cobbler ... Lunch - Baked Chicken Nuggets, Chef Salad, Mashed Potatoes, Broccoli w/Cheese, Sliced Apples, Fruit Juice, Yeast Roll, Assorted Gelatin ... Lunch - Baked Chicken Nuggets, Chef Salad, Mashed Potatoes, Broccoli w/Cheese, Chilled Pears, Tangerine, Yeast Roll, Assorted Gelatin. (Seantobia Democrat, MS)
Planting a sense of communityNeighborhood garden in bloom on Casa Grande's west side Nov 25, 2008
Last month, the group planted carrots, chives, onions, lettuce, broccoli, red cabbage and herbs in the garden. They plan to plant seasonable produce for each of Casa Grande's three growing seasons and hope to visit the garden each Saturday to weed and water as well as to interact with any community members also growing vegetables in the garden. (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ)
Talkin' turkey: Holmen students share their ideas Nov 25, 2008
Six-year-old Jesse Klein would put her turkey in the oven for 20 seconds before cutting it up and serving it with cold broccoli and carrots. Mashed potatoes peeled, rinsed and cooked on the stove before mashing would round out the meal, she said. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Are vitamin supplements actually bad for us? Nov 25, 2008
Liver, full-fat dairy products, spinach, broccoli, tomato juice, peppers and watercress ... Broccoli, nuts, soya beans, brussels sprouts, spinach and eggs ... Vitamin B1 is found in whole grains, flour and bread and green leafy vegetables; Vitamin B2 is found in eggs, liver, milk, and cheese; B3 is in protein-rich foods like meat, liver and peanuts; B5 is in chicken, eggs, beef and broccoli. (Independent)
Dr. Irwin Gunsalus; discovered lipoic acid, a form of vitamin B6 Nov 24, 2008
Lipoic acid is found naturally in a variety of organ meats, including kidney, heart, and liver, and in potatoes, broccoli, and spinach. It is proposed as a dietary supplement to prevent or delay conditions like Parkinson's and Alzheimer's diseases, but its efficacy has not been proved. (Boston Globe)
Dietary Guidelines to Help Premenst... Nov 23, 2008
Increase foods rich in potassium, such as fish, beans, and broccoli. 8. (Suite101.com)
Pismo Beach dinner may serve more than 3,000 Nov 23, 2008
Volunteers cook approximately 2,300 pounds of turkey at Marie Callender s in Pismo Beach for the dinner, along with mounds of potatoes and fresh broccoli, which are both prepared at the memorial building. They also serve meals, complete with all the traditional Thanksgiving dinner side dishes, at the memorial building for six hours and deliver dinners to the homebound. (Santa Maria Times)
Reader Exchange: Pasta salads, German cottage cheese cake Nov 23, 2008
1 to 2 cups broccoli florets ... Blanch broccoli florets and onions, saute mushrooms in oil; let all cool ... In large bowl, toss cooled broccoli, onions and mushrooms with celery, peppers and cheese. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
CRISSY PASCUAL / Union-Tribune Living on some real lean cuisine Nov 23, 2008
Without money for fresh produce, they scavenged lemons from the neighbors' trees and bought frozen broccoli mostly stems, Leonard said at a dollar store. Leonard wrote in her blog post about seeing students at her school waste food. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Eating Out American Style On A Diet Nov 22, 2008
Here's a surprise: A sausage, mushroom and broccoli quiche you don't have to be afraid to order. It only has 142 calories, 4 g. fat, and 6 g. carbs. (Suite101.com)
Winter Fruits and Vegetables Nov 22, 2008
Guides to Eating Seasonal and Local Produce. Buy produce that is in season for your local region to reap the maximum nutritional benefits and ease the ecological strain caused by shipping out of season foods. (Suite101.com)
Save On Food Nov 22, 2008
Yes, it's true, there are nights when even I, master of cast iron and happy preparer of everything from Beef Wellington to boiled broccoli, simply don't feel like cooking. By the end of a week of work, housework, cooking and all the other millions of minutiae that go into life, the idea of standing in front of the stove makes me feel like grabbing for the Scotch. (KCRA 3, CA)
Dietician helps Dogs find right diet Nov 22, 2008
The food they put in their sizable bodies - whether it's a Big Mac or broccoli - is the fuel that helps them perform. Weston, a junior defensive tackle, weighs 325 pounds, but wants to get down to 315. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Irwin C. Gunsalus, Vitamin Biochemist, Dies at 96 Nov 22, 2008
Lipoic acid is found naturally in a variety of organ meats, including kidney, heart and liver, and in potatoes, broccoli and spinach. It is proposed as a dietary supplement to prevent or delay conditions like Parkinson s and Alzheimer s diseases, but its efficacy has yet to be proved conclusively. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
COLUMN: 'Food security' term sits sourly on an empty tummy Nov 21, 2008
Step away from the broccoli, ma am, and no one will get hurt, he d say. Well, I don t know about you, but having the government boil poverty and hunger down to a cold term like food security doesn t sit so well on my stomach. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Right By Nature organic grocery opens in Pittsburgh's Strip District Nov 21, 2008
To commemorate the opening of his new natural food store, Bob Stone uses a stalk of organic broccoli as a flag to mark what may seem to many as the virgin territory between affordable and organic grocery shopping. At the opening of his new 22,000 square foot Right By Nature store at the Cork Factory in the Strip District, the 99-cent broccoli is right at the front of the store both as merchandise for sale and as part of a health conscious mission statement of how the new store expects to operate... (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
Tips to Make Your Home Sparkle for the Holidays Nov 21, 2008
Cauliflower should be stored stem side down, whereas broccoli stores best standing upright on the bottom shelf. If you leave them in the plastic bags you bought them in, remember to poke holes in the bag to allow the greens to breathe so they last longer. (Grants Cibola County Beacon, NM)
Practice makes perfect meals Nov 21, 2008
1-1/2 cups broccoli, cut into bite-size pieces ... Add cut broccoli near the end and saute. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
ACS Thanksgiving podcasts feature advances toward safer, healthier food Nov 21, 2008
D., of the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign, who describes efforts to boost the level of cancer-fighting ingredients in broccoli and other vegetables. George Inglett, Ph. (EurekAlert!)
Recycling the idea of reusing water Nov 20, 2008
Touring the lines of crops, Vossen would show his visitors the irrigation system feeding the thousands of gallons of water that fueled the crops delicious broccoli, cauliflower and tomatoes. We gave them vegetables to eat fresh, Vossen said. (Half Moon Bay Review, CA)
WBA seeks food donations Nov 20, 2008
"Now with the holiday coming up, we want to make sure everyone enjoys the day. The CNC will be providing us with the names of the families who need the baskets." Items being sought include: canned or fresh vegetables (potatoes, corn, beans, sweet potatoes, broccoli, onions, celery), butter, stuffing, bread or rolls, frozen turkey or coupon for one, Giant gift certificates, gravy and chicken broth, cranberry sauce, dessert items, festive paper goods and tablecloths. Donations may be delivered in... (Conshohocken Recorder, PA)
Genetic Trait Could Predict Lung Cancer Nov 20, 2008
The vegetables include broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, collard greens and some Chinese vegetables. Those who ate the most raw cruciferous vegetables (at least 4. (MEDLINEplus)
Canal-dwelling thief makes off with apple tree Nov 20, 2008
We learned after the first year we put a garden down here, we don't plant broccoli; we don't plant lettuce, Reetz said. The nutria love that stuff. (Lebanon Express, OR)
South End Buttery Bar + Bistro is one for the neighborhood Nov 19, 2008
Penne with spicy sausage and broccoli rabe seems a stylistic departure, but it's a good one - the sausage truly is spicy, and the chewy pasta cooked properly al dente. But cod with artichoke barigoule is bland; Pat's Wellfleet clams themselves are delicious, but their preparation - with apples, cider, and applejack liqueur, "in the style of Brittany" - is too sweet. (Boston Globe)
Low-fat Thanksgiving Nov 19, 2008
Kurtz pointed to foods that represent the colors of the rainbow, from the vibrant yellows of things like squash to green leafy vegetables like spinach and broccoli, to oranges and even grapes, all of which help to restore and maintain balance in the body. To help give a real idea of the possibilities of what is available as healthy vegetable based alternatives to the standard Thanksgiving meal, Steve Millahn, a volunteer cook, prepared a number of dishes with this in mind. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Farm workers' rights to bargain upheld Nov 19, 2008
"Whether it's a mushroom, a cow, a broccoli, an apple, a peach or anything in between, this stuff must be dealt with in a very timely manner and I mean by-the-hour difference," Mr. Forth said. "It's not like a car company. If the car company goes on strike for one day or a hundred days, that minivan's still sitting there to be assembled. [Livestock and crops] won't be there.". (Globe and Mail)
The New Danube Nov 19, 2008
I wrote "eww" in my notes of badly overcooked orecchiette and broccoli rabe. What was that about, Mr. Bouley. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Pies + caf = culinary heaven Nov 19, 2008
The purple menu above the counter boasts items like a spinach and feta pie, turkey broccoli and cheddar handpie and chicken potpie. But they don t sell just pies. (Newton Tab, MA)
Broccoli May Fight Lung Cancer In Smokers Nov 19, 2008
Broccoli appears to lower the risk of lung cancer in smokers and ex-smokers, according to a new study ... "Broccoli is not a therapeutic drug, but for smokers who believe they cannot quit nor do anything about their risk, this is something positive," Tang said. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Eating Healthy On A Budget Nov 18, 2008
Frozen fruit: add to muffin and/or pancake mix; use in smoothies; blend and heat for a topping for pancakes, waffles, yogurt, oatmeal; top warm berries with a dollop of frozen yogurt or whipped cream, Serving size: 1 cup Price per serving: 33 cents (broccoli), 90 cents (strawberries) Nutrition per serving: Overall fruits and veggies good source of vitamins a and c and fiber and low in calories and no fat i. Broccoli (1 cup): 24 cals, 0 fat, 2 g fiber, 2 g pro, 10% DV Vit A, 2% DV Calcium, 60% DV... (CBS News -- Early Show)
How to Grow Cauliflower Nov 18, 2008
Do not plant cauliflower where broccoli, brussels sprouts, cabbage, kohlrabi, rutabagas or other Brassicas have been grown in recent years. To do so will invite pests and diseases living in the soil to transfer to new plants the following season. (Suite101.com)
Market cashes in on upscale appetites Nov 18, 2008
For example, DeLessio can use an entire head and stem of organically grown broccoli, versus only being able to use the head of a conventionally-grown broccoli. Faber said the stem of a non-organic broccoli tended to be bitter tasting and useless in his previous menus. (San Francisco Business Times, CA)
Hey doctor, I'm waitingBut can the dude cook? Nov 18, 2008
This weekend, I made a rotisserie chicken, steamed broccoli, and a savory bacon dressing made with homemade cream biscuits (test to see if it was good enough to serve on Thanksgiving Day - it was, but required too much work on a day when ten other dishes are being prepared). OK, so I cheated on the rotisserie chicken and bought it from Publix. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Take 2 Cafe offers new taste to Winchester Nov 17, 2008
Homemade soups, consisting of broccoli and cheddar, chicken and wild rice and country vegetable offers more wholesome foods to savor. Items for children, a few grill items and homemade desserts by local baker Mary McCoy will round out the menu. (Winchester News-Gazette, IN)
Breaking from the herd to smalltown Maine Nov 16, 2008
One breakfast featured fresh-laid eggs scrambled with broccoli picked that morning, blueberry and raspberry muffins, their own apple cider, and their own elderberry jam on toast. Another day Karen served grape juice Ed had just made and apple pancakes with their maple syrup. (Boston Globe)
Healthy Meals for Autistic Children Nov 16, 2008
finely chopped broccoli ... green vegetable thinly sliced eg broccoli ... finely chopped broccoli (optional). (Suite101.com)
Tasty Dorm Food Made Easy Nov 16, 2008
"I personally like the frozen bags of corn and broccoli. While my chicken is baking in the oven, I throw a bag of vegetables in the microwave. In less than 30 minutes, you have a meal," he says. Boxed noodles and the old reliable mac and cheese are other favorites. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
The five-a-day dunces: One in ten parents thinks Jaffa Cakes ... Nov 16, 2008
Eight Brussels sprouts, three heaped tablespoons of sweetcorn or two spears of broccoli also count as a serving. Middle- class families are the most likely to have obese children, officials say. (Daily Mail)
The power of humor Nov 16, 2008
Who knew that having a good guffaw was as healthy as eating broccoli. Actually, the knowledge has been around for quite a while. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Pizzeria owner puts his name behind biz Nov 15, 2008
Other specialty pizzas include bacon cheeseburger, barbecue chicken, chicken and broccoli, taco, chicken alfredo, Hawaiian, vegetarian, and meat. All the ingredients are fresh. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Putting stock in Stewpot Nov 15, 2008
Some of McNair's best dishes are dictated by what's available in Stewpot's pantry, like a combo she created last week from chicken, broccoli, rice, onions and cheese. "There's always something here I can work with," she said. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Bechamel: The Great White Sauce Nov 15, 2008
Blend in grated Cheddar or Parmesan and you get a superb coating for steamed broccoli or green beans or cauliflower. And, of course, bechamel is an essential ingredient in lasagne, or other baked pasta. (Epicurious.com)
MVES lunch club Nov 14, 2008
Monday, Nov. 17: Seafood chowder, crackers, breaded baked fish amandine, broccoli, mashed potatoes, bread OR roast beef, mozzarella cheese, light mayonnaise, lettuce leaf, ziti broccoli salad, summer squash salad, bread, fresh fruit Tuesday, Nov. 18: Minestrone soup, crackers, chicken quarter with creamy Italian sauce, oven roasted potatoes, herbed green beans, bread or seafood salad on a lettuce leaf, cucumber and tomato salad, Italian pasta salad, bread, pineapple Wednesday, Nov. 19: Spinach... (Melrose Free Press, MA)
School lunch menus: Week of Nov. 17 Nov 14, 2008
Tuesday Spaghetti with or without meat sauce, broccoli, chilled apricots. Wednesday Early Release. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Quantum of Solace: Bourne-Again Bond Nov 14, 2008
The hero of Quantum of Solace is James Bond, headlining the 22nd "official" film in the series, stretching back to Dr. No in 1962, based on the character created by Ian Fleming and overseen by the Broccoli family. But in movie history, 46 years is a long time--nearly half the life span of feature-length movies themselves--and a film franchise, like any organism, must adapt to survive. (Time.com)
Dark months are a great time to grow edible sprouts Nov 13, 2008
Later, once you or your child gets some confidence, you can try radish, broccoli, cabbage and other seeds left over from this summer. In time, you may even forget it is winter. (Anchorage Daily News)
