Category: Healthy Recipes

Chicken Shawarma with Heirloom Tomato Greek Salad and Whole Grain Pita

This summer, the Furman Employee Wellness Program sponsored two healthy cooking workshops for employees and families.  The second workshop featured easy Make Ahead Meals that could be used for brown bag lunches or quick meals when you are short on time.  It was led by Lori Nelsen (Furman Earth and Environmental Sciences) and Kelly Frazier (Furman…Continue Reading Chicken Shawarma with Heirloom Tomato Greek Salad and Whole Grain Pita

FUEL Cooking Workshop 6/24 Farm to Table

  This summer, the Furman Employee Wellness Program sponsored two cooking workshops for our employees and families.  The workshops were led by Lori Nelsen (Furman Earth and Environmental Sciences) and Culinary Institute of American trained chef David Porras.  Lori and David plan to open a new farm to table restaurant called Oak Hill Cafe on…Continue Reading FUEL Cooking Workshop 6/24 Farm to Table

Easy 3 ingredient Banana Oat Pancakes

Looking for a low fuss breakfast idea? Try these simple Banana Oat Pancakes made with just 3 ingredients: ripe bananas, eggs, and oats. In a medium bowl, mash 2 ripe bananas. Stir in 2 eggs that have been lightly beaten and 1/2 cup of dry oats (quick oats or old fashioned). Warm a skillet over…Continue Reading Easy 3 ingredient Banana Oat Pancakes

FUEL Cooking Workshop 4/29: Simple Salads, Sandwiches, and Snacks

Our final FUEL cooking workshop for the spring term featured Simple Salads, Sandwiches, and Snacks.  We focused on some very flavorful but less familiar vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and plant proteins that are all a snap to prepare. Check out these tasty recipes below:  Arugula Salad with Fennel, Pears and Lemon Vinaigrette.  Our first recipe…Continue Reading FUEL Cooking Workshop 4/29: Simple Salads, Sandwiches, and Snacks

FUEL Cooking Workshop Recipes 4/7: Sheet Pan Suppers and One Pot Meals

I love to cook; just not when I am hungry.  This is why I am a big fan of one pot meals.  They contain everything you need– plenty of vegetables, some lean protein, whole grains or potatoes, and  a little bit of healthy fat.  Plus you only have to clean one pot or pan when…Continue Reading FUEL Cooking Workshop Recipes 4/7: Sheet Pan Suppers and One Pot Meals

Furman Student Culinary Club Workshop Recipes Spring 2017

The Furman Student Culinary Club has wrapped up another great semester.  Check out some of the delicious recipes from our spring 2017 workshops. In February, Furman Student Morgan Cooper led the Club with a Baking Workshop that included both healthier and indulgent recipes.  Here are a few of the favorites: Chocolate Avocado Pudding with Hazelnuts….Continue Reading Furman Student Culinary Club Workshop Recipes Spring 2017

FUEL Cooking Workshop Recipes 3/17: Superfast Vegetables and Fruits

No time or energy to cook a healthy meal? Apparently, you aren’t alone. We had a great turn out for our first spring FUEL cooking workshop featuring “Superfast Vegetables and Fruits.” We prepared 10 delicious and simple vegetable dishes in one hour. Everything came from our local Publix.   1) Fresh Vegetable Platter. First up,…Continue Reading FUEL Cooking Workshop Recipes 3/17: Superfast Vegetables and Fruits

Culinary Club Cooking 101 Workshop Menu and Photos

This weekend the Furman Culinary Club offered the first cooking workshop of the year:  Cooking 101.  Students gathered to make a few easy and healthy recipes and then shared lunch together. All Furman students are welcome to join the Culinary Club and attend the events.  No experience is required and we are happy to help…Continue Reading Culinary Club Cooking 101 Workshop Menu and Photos

Roasted Broccoli with Garlic, Crushed Red Pepper, and Parmesan

Tired of plain steamed broccoli?  Try it roasted! The roasting process helps the natural sugars to caramelize.  Many vegetables are great candidates for roasting including cauliflower, broccoli, carrots, green beans, turnips, parsnips, asparagus, butternut squash, and more. Directions Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F and spread 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over a large…Continue Reading Roasted Broccoli with Garlic, Crushed Red Pepper, and Parmesan

Roasted Cauliflower with Red Onion, Thyme, and Parmesan

Trying to sneak more vegetables into your diet?  Try this tasty roasted cauliflower recipe from our FUEL class this week. What is the difference between baking and roasting?  They are both dry heat cooking techniques but roasting is generally at a higher temperature and browns the food.  When you roast vegetables, the natural sugars caramelize…Continue Reading Roasted Cauliflower with Red Onion, Thyme, and Parmesan