by Timaree Hagenburger | Apr 6, 2011 | Lodi News Sentinel Articles
When most people think of calcium-containing foods, their minds go immediately to dairy products. While lean dairy products do provide calcium, because they also contain animal protein and sodium, our bodies may only absorb as little as one third of that calcium and...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Apr 6, 2011 | Recipes
Collard Slaw While you can enjoy this fresh salad as a spunky side dish, it makes an absolutely wonderful filling for a whole grain wrap! Ingredients 1 bunch collard greens (washed, stem removed, rolled and cut into thin ribbons- also called “chiffonade”)...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Apr 6, 2011 | Recipes
Simply warm a whole grain tortilla (La Tortilla Factory Smart and Delicious are my favorite) or whole grain Lavash bread, spread on a thin layer of hummus or black bean dip, then top with the collard slaw and several slices of fresh cucumber. Enjoy this delicious,...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jan 5, 2011 | Articles, Lodi News Sentinel Articles
Dear Timaree: My neighbor has a winter garden and has gifted me with chard, do you have a favorite recipe? While we enjoy it sauteed with some red onion and a splash of balsamic vinegar, our favorite way to eat chard is in a recipe we “invented” and named after my...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jan 5, 2011 | Recipes
Shop SmartLook for chard with crisp-looking stems and leaves (not wilted), free of brown/black areas. Prep SmartSince a small amount of dirt will often remain, it is best to let the chard soak in a large bowl of cool water, swirling the leaves around so that any...