The following recipe is just for readers of this newsletter, “In Step with Jonny” — it’s an advance preview of our forthcoming book, “The Healthiest 15-Minute Meals on Earth” by myself and my co-author, chef extraordinaire Jeannette Bessinger. Enjoy! (more…)
Category: Recipes
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Featured Recipe: Cashew Miso Spread
(Enjoy this lightning-quick spread with crudités or cooked veggies, spread on whole grain crackers, or you can thin it out with a touch more water and mix it into cooked shredded chicken for a quick chicken salad.)
Fermented foods like miso are among the healthiest in the world. Why? Because natural fermentation produces live bacteria known as probiotics which are like diesel fuel for your digestive system- they make everything run better, help keep pathogens at bay, crowd out “bad” bacteria like yeast and generally support and boost your immune system. (more…)
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Recipe of the Week: A Mediterranean Delight
We got so much terrific feedback on last week’s recipe that I decided to feature another recipe this week. Please write and let me know what you think- if the demand continues, we’ll make it a regular feature!
This week we’ll be doing a heart-healthy Mediterranean meal featuring striped bass and kalamata paste. It’s high in protein, low in calories, and loaded with antioxidants from the sun-dried tomatoes. A perfect light dish for an evening meal in warmer weather! (more…)
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Heart Healthy Foods: Savory Spinach Soup
There’s been a ton of e-mail asking for food suggestions and recipes. So, by popular demand, I’m going to start featuring recipes in the newsletter as often as possible.
By any definition of the term, spinach is a vegetable superstar. In addition to providing calcium and iron, it’s high in fiber and so low in calories that it’s virtually a “free” food on any diet. It’s also a great source of two nutrients from the carotenoid family that are the new superstars of eye nutrition- lutein and zeaxanthin. (more…)