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SEPTEMBER 2019
September is an
abundant month for
harvesting produce, so we’re
focusing on plants, plants,
plants! We hope you will
make them the star of
your dinner table.
Optimal You
DIETITIANS
BRINGING
STRAIGHT
TO YOU
Contact the Optimal You Dietitians for your FREE nutrition consultation.
[email protected] or [email protected]
SEPTEMBER 2019
Apples are royalty this time of year. Of course we’re used to seasonal apple pie, crisp,
and dumplings, however, we can take advantage of this delightful crop in new ways
that maximize health.
Apples are often paired with butter, cinnamon and pastry dough. While this
combination is delicious, it’s not nutrient dense, and should be enjoyed in moderation.
Try some new combinations that will bring unexpected flavors, and fiber, to your plate.
Apple & Onions: An unlikely pair, but works well. Try with pork tenderloin, or keep it
vegetable based with farro and pecans. A vinaigrette made with apple cider vinegar
and some woody herbs, like thyme or rosemary, finish it off nicely.
Apple Relish: Playing on the tart aspect of apples, onion, raisins, ginger, cider vinegar
and a pinch of salt and sugar make for an interesting condiment.
Apple & Squash: A natural pair that doesn’t need to be held back. Try it in a soup with
onion, a bit of cayenne pepper, and nutmeg.
Southwest Apples: Add a little spice with pumpkin, apple and caramelized onion
quesadillas. Add chili powder and smoked paprika for an extra kick.
Does an apple a day keep the doctor away? Studies show an apple a day alone does not keep the doctor away. It can, however, contribute to the 5—9 servings of fruits and
vegetables per day that is known to help reduce disease risk.
ONION CARROTS CELERY BELL PEPPER SCALLIONS GARLIC GINGER
hat does this list of seemingly
unrelated foods have in
common? You might notice many
are used in the beginning of
recipes, or that they are very
fragrant foods. Answer—These
foods are all aromatics.
Aromatics are used to add flavor
and depths to recipes. Used in
almost every cuisine, they are
generally found in combinations,
and heated in a fat at the start of
cooking to release flavors that will
enhance the finished dish. Recipes
that usually start with aromatics
include sauces, braises, curries,
sautés, stir-fries and stews.
It’s easy to use aromatics, but a
few tips will help you get the most
out of them. You can chop aromatic
large and remove them from your
cooking at the end, like whole
garlic cloves in a lentil dishes.
Alternately, you can cut the
produce into smaller pieces and
leave them in the dish, which will
add fiber.
Did you know you can freeze grated
garlic, minced ginger, and even
chopped onions, carrots and
celery? If you’re not going to use
the onion, carrot and celery
mixtures, known as mirepoix, in the
near future, blanch it quickly to
preserve it’s texture. Otherwise,
freeze and use in the coming
month for soups and stews.
Take your aromatics to the next
level with flavors that compliment.
Try parsley and shallots for a Cajun
dish, started with onion, celery and
green pepper. If you’re making a
stir fry, beginning with garlic and
ginger, experiment with chives,
cilantro, Chinese five spice, or star
anise. In Italian cooking, onion, car-
rots and celery are brought out with
fennel, bay leaf, sage, parsley and
wine.
Experiment with and enjoy
aromatics...your taste buds will
thank you!
W
LET’S GET REAL ABOUT
NUTRITION Real well-being is not a fad. With the
proper support and skills, healthy living
can be a reality. Design a life that leads to
optimal health and fits into your every day.
IT’S TIME TO GET REAL!
• Nutrition Education
• Sustainability and Lasting Change
• Cooking and Meal Planning
JOIN US THIS FALL Wednesdays September 18—December 4th
7:30am—8:30am
OR
11:30am—12:30pm
Room CR 33 2-C & D
Led by Registered Dietitian Wendy Brookhouse.
Wendy loves fitting nutrition into life, working smarter
not harder and creating delicious, healthy meals.
Register by 9/13/2019 Email [email protected]
EATING . ACTIVITY . LIFESTYLE .
UPCOMING NUTRITION EVENTS
SPECIAL Nutrition Seminar: Power of Protein
September 24, 11:30am, WHQ—Connections
REAL: Nutrition— Begins September 18th, 2019
Email Wendy and register now for this 8 class series!
Establish lasting, healthy systems in your life!
NOW IS THE TIME
DID YOU KNOW? All Amway employees, spouses and dependents receive FREE Nutrition Consultations?
WENDY BROOKHOUSE, RDN
SARAH VAN EERDEN, RDN
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