Cooking Tips Plant-Based Articles - Center for Nutrition Studies https://nutritionstudies.org/t/cooking-tips/ Food. Science. Health. Wed, 15 Nov 2023 09:03:29 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.3.1 Chef Del’s Secrets to Designing the Best Plant-Based Bowls Ever https://nutritionstudies.org/chef-dels-secrets-to-designing-the-best-plant-based-bowls-ever/ Thu, 02 Jun 2022 21:21:37 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=42889 Chef Del shares his top tips for creating healthy, plant-based bowls from your own kitchen!

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Written by Chef Del Sroufe.

]]> Tips for Creating Delicious Oil-Free Salad Dressings https://nutritionstudies.org/oil-free-salad-dressings/ Fri, 08 Apr 2022 16:23:01 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=42219 For many people, the hardest part about adopting a whole food, plant-based diet is giving up oil. This can be particularly daunting when looking for salad dressings. These tips are sure to help.

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Written by Chef Del Sroufe.

]]> Stir Fry Basics in an Oil-Free Kitchen https://nutritionstudies.org/stir-fry-basics-in-an-oil-free-kitchen/ Fri, 08 Apr 2022 16:10:02 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=42203 Stir fry is a delicious, easy, and versatile option for those eating a whole food, plant-based diet. These tips will help you elevate your stir fry skills in no time.

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Written by Chef Del Sroufe.

]]> Mycotoxins in Food: Should Plant-Based Eaters Worry? https://nutritionstudies.org/mycotoxins-in-food-should-plant-based-eaters-worry/ Tue, 21 Sep 2021 13:00:28 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=39047 What if the foods we’re eating to keep us healthy are actually harming us? We explain what mycotoxins are, how they can affect us, and outline ways to avoid them.

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Written by Theresa “Sam” Houghton.

]]> Chef Del’s Plant-Based Secret Ingredients https://nutritionstudies.org/chef-dels-secret-garden-gems-garlic-scapes-carrot-tops-beet-greens/ Mon, 30 Aug 2021 13:13:10 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=38642 Most people are used to throwing away perfectly edible, nutritious, and tasty plant parts. Learn how you can use them to elevate your cooking!

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Written by Chef Del Sroufe.

]]> Chef Del’s Essential Plant-Based Kitchen Equipment https://nutritionstudies.org/chef-dels-essential-kitchen-equipment/ Fri, 27 Aug 2021 14:43:39 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=38580 Want to start cooking more for yourself but feel stumped by how to outfit your kitchen with all the right tools? Chef Del gives his down-to-earth, practical list of essential kitchen equipment to set you up for success.

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Written by Chef Del Sroufe.

]]> Chef, I’m Going Plant-Based. What Can I Eat? https://nutritionstudies.org/chef-im-going-plant-based-what-can-i-eat/ Thu, 08 Jul 2021 15:30:17 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=37371 Many people considering a plant-based diet initially focus on what they can’t eat. Here we explore the huge range of what you can eat, including several substitutes to use to make your old favorites.

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Written by Chef Del Sroufe.

]]> How to Teach Children Plant-Based Cooking Skills https://nutritionstudies.org/how-to-teach-children-plant-based-cooking-skills/ Thu, 20 May 2021 13:00:58 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=36710 Teaching your children cooking skills requires a little extra effort and patience, but the benefits are manifold and long term: they will be willing to try more foods, they will eat healthier as children and into adulthood, they will feel like they are positively contributing to the household, and you make memories together that will last a lifetime.

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Written by Ana Gray.

]]> Plant-Based Cooking: How to Make 2 Immune Boosting Recipes https://nutritionstudies.org/plant-based-cooking-how-to-make-2-immune-boosting-recipes/ Fri, 27 Mar 2020 14:59:29 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=30846 Evelisse Capó, PharmD, along with her daughter Sheriza, demonstrates how to make immune boosting, nutrient-dense recipes to share with your family and friends. Throughout this video you will also learn about foods and tips on how to boost your immune system. In light of the current coronavirus we are thinking about your families and your … Continued

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Written by Evelisse Capó, PharmD, DipACLM.

]]> Can I Still Have Sugar on a Whole Food, Plant-Based Diet? https://nutritionstudies.org/can-i-still-have-sugar-on-a-whole-food-plant-based-diet/ Fri, 25 Oct 2019 19:14:22 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=29017 When it comes to a whole food, plant-based lifestyle, refined sugars, like high fructose corn syrup and white sugar, are off the table but there are other great options.

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Written by Mama Sezz.

]]> Cooking Power-Packed Whole Grains https://nutritionstudies.org/cooking-power-packed-whole-grains/ Wed, 26 Jun 2019 18:54:46 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=27969 Whole grains are an important part of a healthy diet. There are easy ways to add whole grains to your plant-based diet, and most are simple to cook. Check out these tips and recipes.

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Written by Terri Edwards.

]]> How to Build the Ultimate Plant-Based Burger https://nutritionstudies.org/how-to-build-the-ultimate-plant-based-burger/ Wed, 05 Jun 2019 20:13:09 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=27828 Going plant-based doesn’t mean you have to miss out on the summer burger grilling season. With these next-level tips from Chef Katie, your veggie burgers will go from mundane to magical. Even your non-plant-based friends will be asking for your secrets!

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Written by Chef Katie Simmons.

]]> Plant-Based Ingredient Substitutions https://nutritionstudies.org/plant-based-food-tips-healthy-recipe-substitutions/ Fri, 24 May 2019 13:11:57 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=12070 Not sure how to take eggs, meat or dairy out of recipes to make them healthier? There are plenty of delicious plant-based options.

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Written by Evelisse Capó, PharmD, DipACLM.

]]> Too Busy to Cook? These 3 Tips Make Plant-Based Meal Prep a Breeze! https://nutritionstudies.org/too-busy-to-cook-these-3-tips-make-plant-based-meal-prep-a-breeze/ Fri, 29 Mar 2019 18:58:58 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=27053 Switching to a whole food, plant-based lifestyle usually means cooking most of your own meals, but it doesn’t require spending half your life in the kitchen. This is one of the biggest myths about healthy diets.

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Written by Theresa “Sam” Houghton.

]]> How to Cook With Tempeh https://nutritionstudies.org/how-to-cook-with-tempeh/ Tue, 22 Jan 2019 18:52:41 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=26168 If you don’t like tofu and its soft or rubbery texture then try tempeh. Tempeh is firm and textured with a savory, nutty taste. Learn the best ways to cook tempeh with these tips.

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Written by Terri Edwards.

]]> Batch Cooking and Meal Prep Tips for a Plant-Based Kitchen https://nutritionstudies.org/batch-cooking-and-meal-prep-tips-for-a-plant-based-kitchen/ Thu, 01 Nov 2018 15:47:30 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=24128 By prepping key ingredients and recipes ahead of time, you put healthy foods at your fingertips during busy weekdays. Check out these tips for meal prep, food storage, and plant-based batch cooking.

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Written by Evelisse Capó, PharmD, DipACLM.

]]> Back to School: Plant-Based Tips & Recipes https://nutritionstudies.org/back-to-school-plant-based-tips-recipes/ Thu, 30 Aug 2018 15:40:26 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=23037 Check out Chef Katie’s 3 tips to get back into a healthy school routine. These easy recipes will help you start the school year off right.

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Written by Chef Katie Simmons.

]]> Naturally Sweet – Cooking and Baking Without Added Sugar https://nutritionstudies.org/naturally-sweet-cooking-and-baking-without-added-sugar/ Fri, 10 Aug 2018 20:44:18 +0000 http://sage.nutritionstudies.org/?p=22835 You don’t need to use sugar to add sweetness to your cooking. Learn how to add sweetness using fruits and vegetables.

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Written by Evelisse Capó, PharmD, DipACLM.

]]> Plant-Based Grilling Tips, Recipes, and Gear https://nutritionstudies.org/plant-based-grilling-tips-recipes-and-gear/ Wed, 08 Aug 2018 14:03:58 +0000 http://sage.nutritionstudies.org/?p=22776 Grilling is a great way to add healthy, low-fat flavor to your cooking. Check out these grilling essentials and recipes for healthy, plant-based cooking.

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Written by Chef Katie Simmons.

]]> How to Cook With Tofu https://nutritionstudies.org/how-to-cook-with-tofu/ Fri, 27 Jul 2018 18:47:28 +0000 http://sage.nutritionstudies.org/?p=22599 Tofu is not scary! Many people just don't know what to do with tofu. This cooking with tofu guide should make it less intimidating.

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Written by Terri Edwards.

]]> Plant-Based Tips for Cooking Without Oil https://nutritionstudies.org/plant-based-tips-cooking-without-oil/ Fri, 23 Feb 2018 19:20:22 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=19885 Trying to figure out how to cook oil-free? Cooking instructor Terri Edwards shares her tips and advice for how to sauté, bake, roast, and fry without oil.

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Written by Terri Edwards.

]]> Easy Plant-Based Meal Prep for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner https://nutritionstudies.org/easy-plant-based-meal-prep-breakfast-lunch-dinner/ Mon, 06 Nov 2017 21:39:39 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=18012 Only after diagnosis did I begin learning how certain foods can help prevent, fight, and even reverse various cancers. Beyond Cancer introduces the reader to the whats, whys, and hows of plant-based eating.

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Written by Sally Lipsky, PhD.

]]> Cooking at Every Age, Why Kids Should Learn To Cook https://nutritionstudies.org/cooking-at-every-age-why-kids-should-learn-to-cook/ Mon, 24 Jul 2017 16:47:01 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=16650/ After my parents got divorced, my dad had to learn how to cook for himself, and he patiently allowed me into the kitchen with him as he figured it out.

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Written by Chef Del Sroufe.

]]> 5 Tips for Storing Fresh Fruits and Vegetables https://nutritionstudies.org/5-tips-for-storing-fresh-fruits-and-vegetables/ Tue, 13 Jun 2017 19:08:57 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=14406 After trips to the farmers’ market or grocery store you have nutritious, colorful fruits and vegetables in your kitchen. But, are you storing produce properly?

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Written by Nancy Addison, CHC, AADP.

]]> Plant-Based Food Guide: How to Eat Well on a Budget https://nutritionstudies.org/plant-based-on-a-budget/ Wed, 05 Oct 2016 10:14:26 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=13201 Shop for and prepare healthy plant-based foods while saving money. This guide breaks it all down including delicious recipes and helpful hints. Bon appétit!

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Written by Vicki Brett-Gach.

]]> How to Cook Greens: Recipes, Cooking and Storing Tips https://nutritionstudies.org/how-to-cook-greens-recipes-cooking-storing-tips/ Fri, 10 Jun 2016 18:14:05 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=12806 We all know that eating greens is good for us, but what if we are not sure how to prepare them? Here are some helpful recommendations.

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Written by Mark Sutton.

]]> Personal Chef for Tom Brady Talks Food & Education https://nutritionstudies.org/personal-chef-for-tom-brady-talks-food-education/ Fri, 19 Feb 2016 17:23:00 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=12415 Without a doubt, I was born to be a chef. The ability to create recipes, menus, food concepts and to execute those meals for others (and for myself) has always come naturally to me. For many, this is not the case. I have gotten creative with this primal impulse to survive, and think that we … Continued

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Written by Chef Allen Campbell.

]]> Snowstorm Ready Soups – 4 Soup Recipes to Keep You Warm https://nutritionstudies.org/snowstorm-ready-soups-4-soup-recipes-to-keep-you-warm/ Thu, 17 Dec 2015 14:37:45 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=12247 Making a pot of homemade soup can be the perfect antidote for our frazzled nerves. Here are some tasty chili and soup recipes to warm you up.

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Written by Vicki Brett-Gach.

]]> Plant-Based Diet in a Hurry: Time-Saving Tips & Tricks https://nutritionstudies.org/plant-based-diet-in-a-hurry-time-saving-tips-tricks/ Thu, 17 Sep 2015 15:20:17 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=11847 These easy cooking tips will save you time and enrich your plant-based diet.

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Written by Mark Sutton.

]]> Ultimate Guide to Plant-Based Pizza https://nutritionstudies.org/ultimate-guide-to-plant-based-pizza/ Wed, 22 Apr 2015 15:42:41 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=10979 Think outside the pizza box and make a plant-based whole foods pizza at home that is truly healthy and yet satisfying in taste, texture, and nutritional content.

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Written by Mark Sutton.

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