Food and Nutrition Blog by Mackenzie Burgess
With Super Bowl Sunday right around the corner, hummus is a must. Don’t be left dip-less when the grocery shelves empty. Instead, whip up this healthy hummus in 10 minutes or less with ingredients right from your pantry. Hummus typically calls for an ingredient called tahini. Tahini, a paste made from sesame seeds, is an […]
Thai food has been one of my favorite cuisines to cook lately. The cuisine utilizes tons of fresh items like herbs, garlic, ginger, and lime. It is also fun to play around with more unique ingredients like fish sauce, curry paste, and tamarind paste. Small amounts of these ingredients go a long way with adding […]
Eating fish twice a week is the magic number for health but sometimes it can seem like a daunting task to prepare a nice seafood meal. Luckily, this nut-crusted salmon takes just 5 minutes to whip up and is on the table in under 30 minutes! This recipe is a spin off of my Walnut-Crusted […]
Buddha Bowls are truly the best. Talk about the perfect combination of different flavors and textures all combined into a satisfying and beautiful bowl. The slight sweetness of maple syrup and the acidity of the balsamic vinegar make the perfect pairing for the dressing which is incorporated into several parts of the meal. The slightly […]
Ahh the good ol’ peanut butter and jelly days. I love PB&Js because they remind me of grade school field trips, picnics with friends, and camping with my family. This Peanut Butter and Berry Jam Overnight Oats recipe is a play off of the classic PB&J, but instead of using a store-bought spread (typically packed […]
If you’re like me, when you go in for a bite of a recipe, you love a good crunch. That’s why I came up with this delicious Quinoa Crunch Granola. Quinoa makes for the perfect addition to this simple granola recipe as it provides a great texture and packs in some added protein and nutrients. […]