Recipes for Winter and a Super Souper Bowl

Registered dietitians (RD) can work in a variety of fields. I have been a clinical dietitian for over 8 years. I've taught collegiate nutrition courses for over 3 years. I also have the opportunity to develop recipes for the National Kidney Foundation (NKF) for more than 4 years. You can have access to all the recipes for FREE by signing up for the Kidney Living publication through the NKF or signing up for FoodCare on the NKF's website.

The recipes in the Winter issue are great for keeping things warm and spicy. They are perfect for the cold, winter weather. And, there are a ton of great soup recipes, which are great for the "Souper Bowl" for anyone that loves puns!

Here are some of the recipes I created for the NKF in this issue of Kidney Living.

Poblano Pepper Soup

 

 

 Bacon Egg and Cheese Deviled Eggs

 

Spicy Meatloaf

 

 

Tex Mex Deviled Eggs

Minestrone Soup

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Super Bowl 2015 and Auto Correct Fails

Can you believe that game? What a tight race!!! My condolences to the Seahawk's fans and congratulations to the Patriots and their fans.

My favorite part of the big game is not actually the game. I enjoy the people, commercials, half-time show, and of course the food! We had a yummy game day spread this year. The kitchen was full of goodies to munch on during the game. There were dips: guacamole and queso with brisket (I can't even describe the deliciousness; it was so good.). There were mini entrees: pigs in the blanket and sausage rolls. And, there were plenty of desserts: chocolate covered popcorn, petite fours, and gummy worms!

Football food always has a bend toward rich, yummy treats. As a dietitian, I tried to balance rich foods with something a little lighter. So, I brought a delicious, nutrient-dense dip and veggies for dipping. It's all about balance. So, I brought hummus and sliced veggies and crackers for dipping.

Funny story: my phone auto corrected hummus to gummies. So my message to the group said i was bringing "gummies and veggies for dipping!" No one e-mailed back, but thankfully my husband told me about this auto correct fail. So, I brought hummus, veggies, . . .  and gummy worms! We were hanging out with some new friends, so it was kind of a hilarious mistake and conversation started. It turns out that everyone figured it was something delicious and possibly healthy, since I'm a dietitian. hahaha. I am proud to say that the hummus was gone and so were 90% of the veggies. The gummy worms were also a hit!

So in summary, auto correct fails happen. No one is perfect. Lots of people like vegetables with dip. And vintage candy is always a hit!

Hope you enjoyed the game! If you need a quick appetizer for a game day or any other event, try this hummus and veggie tray. 

• Pick 3-5 colors of food for the tray. 
• I choose yellow squash, an English cucumber, an orange bell pepper, a red bell pepper, and baked pretzel crackers. 
• Wash and slice all your vegetables. 
• My new mandolin came in handy for this task (thanks Mom!). 
• Arrange vegetables in large blocks of colors around your dip. 

And you have and easy, tasty appetizer in minutes that just happens to be healthy! Enjoy!

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Super Bowl Soup: Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup

Do you have a game plan for game day? Are you looking for a recipe for game day that is simple, tasty, and healthy? This is a quick and delicious recipe to feed a crowd on game day; it also happens to be healthy! This recipe is a touchdown!

This soup is one of my family’s favorite meals and is requested often when the weather is cool. This soup is one of my favorite recipes because of the ease of preparation, and it is a great way to eat your veggies. This recipe is filled with vegetables, fiber, vitamins, minerals, and lean protein. It is also delicious!

So gather the ingredients, toss them in the slow cooker, and you are ready for game day. Making this yummy soup as an easy play to win on game day.

Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup

1 pound chicken breast

2 cans 98% fat free cream of chicken soup
1 cup salsa
1 cup frozen corn
1 (15 oz) can black beans (rinsed and drained)
1/2 cup water
1 tsp cilantro, chopped
Kosher salt
Black pepper

Combine all ingredients in slow cooker on low for 3 ½ - 4 hours or until chicken is cooked through (165*F). Shred chicken. Add cilantro. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Serve with light sour cream, 2% (reduced fat) shredded cheese, avocado, and baked tortilla chips.

Enjoy!

Prep time: 5-10 minutes

Cook time: 3 ½ - 4 hours (in a slow cooker)

I hope you enjoy this soup in this cold Winter weather. Have a "soup-er" Super Bowl with this yummy soup.  Let me know how it turns out. Comment on the blog below, or ask a question via Instagram and tag me @RDtipoftheday.

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