Year: 2017

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

The Point Pantry: Furman Students donate Pden Points for Loaves and Fishes

  Attention Furman students:  Did you know that you can donate your end of year Pden Points to the Loaves and Fishes local food recovery program?   The Furman Department of Health Sciences has been working closely with Loaves and Fishes to help improve access to healthful foods to 97 local food pantries and homeless…Continue Reading The Point Pantry: Furman Students donate Pden Points for Loaves and Fishes