January 28, 2011 at 3:15 pm
By: Stephanie Horton, Dietetic Intern, Nutrition and Fitness Center Video by: Alan Wong Looking for a way to spice up your day? Executive Chef Walter Dunphy invites you into the Sargent Choice kitchen to learn how to cook the ever so colorful Yellow Gazpacho with Spicy Shrimp recipe. In this cooking demonstration, you’ll learn how […]
January 24, 2011 at 10:42 am
By Elizabeth Jarrard, Dietetics Student, Sargent College Tempted to order Take-out tonight? Why don’t you try whipping up this healthy stir-fry instead? Not only is it good for you, delicious, and simple, but it could even save you money! Serve with friends, and take any leftovers to class the next day. If you’re vegetarian, Tofu […]
January 12, 2011 at 9:06 am
By Caitlin Quinn, BU Dietetic Intern I prepared this basic meatball recipe in our Healthy Cooking on a Budget class. Who says all beef is bad? This meatball recipe uses 93% lean beef and fresh vegetables and quinoa for added flavor and fiber! This recipe is quick and easy but versatile as well. If you’re […]
December 17, 2010 at 10:18 am
By Elizabeth Jarrard, Dietetics Student, Sargent College Feeling the Finals Crunch? With the semester wrapping up, it becomes impossible to find a nook in Mugar, the gym is filled with people trying to release stress in 15 minute sprints, and every table at the GSU is packed with students studying while eating. We received the […]
December 15, 2010 at 11:25 am
Rich, Gooey Chocolate Cookies: Sargent Choice’s Remedy for Finals-Induced Stress and Icy Temperatures By Kelli Swensen, Dietetics Student, Sargent College With below-freezing temperatures and nose-numbing winds, I put down my human physiology textbook and layered up to make the trek to Stuvi2’s Sargent Choice Test Kitchen. With the tips of my ears cranberry red and […]
December 13, 2010 at 12:02 pm
By Morgan Medders, Dietetic Intern Tofu has been around for centuries, but only recently has been increasing in popularity in the United States. And it’s no wonder why! Tofu is packed with high-quality protein, is extremely low in saturated fat, and is cholesterol-free. Plus, since it’s practically tasteless on its own and comes in a […]
December 8, 2010 at 11:51 am
By Allison Mars, Dietetics Student, Sargent College Going to the Sargent Choice Test Kitchen in Prof. Jacob’s apartment is my favorite way to spend a Wednesday night, and Wednesday, November 17th, Quinoa Risotto with Arugula and Parmesan was on the menu. People have pre-conceived ideas about both quinoa and risotto, assuming that both are difficult […]
December 3, 2010 at 11:09 am
By Bethany Gentile, BU Dietetic Intern Love pasta? Want to try something new? We swapped out traditional white pasta noodles in this salad for Whole Grain penne. Whole grain pasta adds fiber, vitamins and minerals and keeps you fuller longer as a complex carbohydrate. Look for the Whole Grains Council 100% Whole Grain/Excellent Source stamp […]
December 1, 2010 at 12:40 pm
By Sabrina Harper, Sustainability Director of Dining Services Eating well incorporates many different factors. Quality can be a multi-faceted adjective to describe food. Wholesome food is good for your body and mind. Wholesome can also describe food that is grown, caught, raised and processed locally and naturally. What are the benefits of eating locally? Locally-grown […]