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Baba Ganoush
Scott Hagnas
| December 1 2009 |
Entrees
Baba Ganoush is a dish of Arabic origin. It can take many forms, varying from region to region. It is usually a side dish, or it can make a great topping. Traditionally, it will be used on some kind of pita bread. I find it goes well with celery sticks, tomatoes, or just eaten by itself.Prep time: 10 minutesCooking time: 30 minutes• 1 large eggplant• 2 Tbsp tahini• juice of half a lemon• 2 cloves garlic• 1 Tbsp olive oil• 1/2 cup parsley, plus extra for garnish&bull...
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Stuffed Baked Pumpkin
Nikki Young
| November 1 2009 |
Sides
1 medium Japanese pumpkin
2/3 cup vegetable stock
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 red onion, diced
2tbs rosemary leaves, chopped
1tbs olive oil
½ cup quinoa
½ cup black olives, seeded and chopped
2/3 cup shelled pistachio nuts
½ tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp ground nutmeg
Chopped parsley to serve
Pre-heat oven to 200 degrees Celsius, fan-forced.Cut the lid off the pumpkin and scoop out the seeds with a spoo...
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Seasonal Steamed Vegetables
Scott Hagnas
| October 1 2009 |
Sides
Time: 15 minutes• 1 medium zucchini, diced• 1 medium yellow summer squash, diced• 1 stalk broccoli florets, chopped into bite sized pieces• 2 cups spinach• 2 slices of red onion• 1/2 tsp thyme• 2 Tbsp olive oil or coconut oil• sea salt to tasteChop the vegetables. Add water to your steamer and bring it to a boil while you are chopping the veggies to save time. Add the vegetables to the basket, then reduce the heat and steam for around 10 minutes, or until ...
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Paleo Chicken Alfredo
Scott Hagnas
| September 1 2009 |
Entrees
Alfredo sauce and pasta is about as far from Paleo nutrition as you can get. However, here is a simple way to create a Paleo version. I am using kelp noodles here, but if you cannot find them where you live, spaghetti squash is a nice seasonal alternative. Check back issues of the Performance Menu or Cooking for Health and Performance for basic spaghetti squash preparation.Time: 45 minutes• 1 lb chicken breast• 1 12oz package of kelp noodles • 4 cloves of garlic, chopped• 2 t...
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Egg Torte
Scott Hagnas
| August 1 2009 |
Breakfast
Here is a light breakfast meal. It is traditionally made with rice, but we'll use cauliflower instead. This recipe is for one torte; make multiple tortes one at a time.Time: 12 minutes• 1/4 cup finely chopped cauliflower• 1/4 cup chopped onion• 1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper• 1 tsp chopped serrano pepper• 2 egg whites• 1/2 Tbsp olive oil• sea salt and pepper to taste• 1/4 cup fresh chopped cilantroChop the veggies. Place a small skillet over medium heat, ...
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Peach & Pecan Scramble
Scott Hagnas
| July 1 2009 |
Breakfast
This is a very unusual combination, but it is surprisingly delicious. It's almost like dessert at breakfast, and way better for you than stopping by the donut shop!I've written this recipe as a one person snack or light breakfast; increase the quantities if you like.Time: 5 minutes• 1/2 peach, diced• 2 Tbsp chopped pecans• 1 tsp olive oil• 2 eggs• 1 Tbsp unsweetened applesauce• 1/8 tsp cinnamonHeat the olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Dice half of a ri...
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Zaatar Omelette
Ido Portal & Scott Hagnas
| June 1 2009 |
Breakfast
Earlier this month, I had the great pleasure of hosting amazing coach and athlete Ido Portal from Israel. Longtime Performance Menu readers may recognize him from an article that appeared back in the very first issue. Besides some great training and conversation, we also got into a little Paleo cooking. This recipe, and the one that follows, were prepared by Ido on his last night here. The Za'atar Omelet can be a breakfast, but it is traditionally eaten at dinnertime in Israel. The key to making...
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Chicken Apple Salad
Scott Hagnas
| May 1 2009 |
Soups & Salads
Time: 25 minutes• 6 oz chicken• 6 cups shredded cabbage• 1/2 Grannysmith apple• 1/2 tsp allspice• 1/8 tsp cloves• olive oil• sea salt and pepper to tasteDice the chicken. Heat 1 tsp of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken, allspice, and cloves. Saute, tossing often, until the chicken is cooked thru. Shred the cabbage into a large salad bowl. Slice half of an apple into very thin slices and set them aside.Once th...
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Lamb Sausage with Artichokes
Scott Hagnas
| April 1 2009 |
Breakfast
This is a simple, delicious breakfast we whipped up one morning. Don’t worry if you can't find Moroccan lamb sausages anywhere. Simply use some sausages of your choice, then add some Moroccan spices. Moroccan seasonings include cinnamon, coriander, allspice, ginger, and cloves. Try adding any combination of these spices—about 1/8th tsp of each. Time: 15 minutes• 1 oz bacon, chopped• 2 Moroccan lamb sausages, sliced• 1 14 oz can artichoke hearts (Trader Joe's)• 1-2...
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Nutty Cabbage
Scott Hagnas
| January 1 2009 |
Sides
Time: 30 minutes• 1/2 large head of cabbage, shredded (about 10 cups)• 1 Tbsp roasted hazelnut oil• 1/2 cup chopped onions• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar• 1/4 cup blanched almonds• 1 Tbsp unsweetened applesauce• 1 Tbsp sesame seeds• sea salt and fresh ground pepper to tasteHeat a burner to medium, then use a large sk...
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