Day 7,051 of Quarantine and I am about sick of making 3 meals a day. I anxiously await the Left-over days I have planned on my schedule to have a break from creating a new dish. I am losing steam and there is only so many peanut butter and honey sandwiches with cinnamon I can make.
One of the things I remember best about being in the field training when I was in the Army, was the MRE’s - Meal Ready to Eat. Some were good, some were less good, but all were a surprise. I fancied myself the Emeril Lagasse due to my ability to mix the components of the provided meal to make a spectacular dish. I added tabasco, Tony Chachere that I kept in my pack, or mixed the cheese filled pretzels in the gumbo! Let’s be honest, it was the best thing I had available, it was probably not that great. However, this got me thinking how to spice up meals that I am making at home.
How can I put some UMPH! to craft mac-n-cheese though? Well, I am glad you asked. Get a can of black beans, drain and rinse the beans, and add them to the mix, now you have added some fiber and protein to the concoction. Have any frozen peas, broccoli, or green beans? Steam them or heat them in the microwave and add those in too. Make the meal colorful and exciting! It’s a great way to get more nutrients and if you have kids, it’s a great way to get them to eat vegetables they usually wouldn’t eat.
Just remember, as a Texins’ Member, you have access to a Registered Dietitian (that’s me!). If you have questions, comments, or concerns, do not hesitate to email or send messages on the Texins’ Facebook page. We are all in this together, in our own separate locations. It will end, and we will be back together someday.
Be good to others and be good to yourself!