Vim & Vigor - Winter 2012 - Parrish Medical Center - (Page 6)

By Michelle DullarD, executive chef, Parrish MeDical center Like a Pro … but spend a fraction of the time, thanks to these tips and tricks is really the heart of your home at the holidays. But with office parties, cookie exchanges and holiday get-togethers, who has time for complicated recipes? Never fear! I’m here to help you. Use my suggestions for a stress-free season with all the wonderful traditional favorites and flavors prepared in a fraction of the time. cook The kiTchen 3. Ask for help! Make it a family tradition or a girls’ night. Really, you don’t have to do it all. 4. If something doesn’t go as planned, don’t worry about it. You might have created a great new recipe! And if not, oh well. It’s not the end of the world. Get Rid of the StReSS If you follow a few simple steps before you start cooking, you’ll save time and frustration the day of your party or gathering. 1. Decide what you will need. Take an inventory of ingredients you have on hand, and make a shopping list of others you’ll need to complete your recipes. 2. Do the prep and cooking ahead of time, when possible. All the tRAdition And flAvoRS with leSS woRk You don’t have to be a certified chef to make these quick, healthy recipes for a stress-free holiday meal. I can guarantee that your family and friends will love them. Add some colorful veggies to the meal and you’re ready to go. And don’t forget to top it all off with the Icebox Pumpkin Pie recipe on page 2. It has just enough sweetness to satisfy the biggest sweet tooth at the table. 6 Vim & Vigor • W i n ter 2 012

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Vim & Vigor - Winter 2012 - Parrish Medical Center

Vim & Vigor - Winter 2012 - Parrish Medical Center
Contents
Tasty Tips
Opening Thoughts
Community Calendar
Cook Like a Pro
Living Well with Lymphedema
Because I Said So!
What’s Wrong with This Picture?
The Future Is Now
Everyday Hero
What Does 200 Calories Look Like?
Johnny Be Good
What Does 200 Calories Look Like?
We’ve Got Your Back
Bank on Your Health
Virtual Health
Community Health
Healthy Journey
Fit to Fight Fires
Foundation Focus
Ask the Expert

Vim & Vigor - Winter 2012 - Parrish Medical Center