YOUR FRIENDS' ACTIVITY

    The New Pantry Staples for Healthy Cooking

    Photo by: Ildi_Papp
    Quinoa-
    Quinoa: Cook with broth, your favorite herbs, or a bit of lemon juice to add flavor. Use as a basis for casseroles, a higher-protein sub for morning oatmeal, or in place of ... more 
    Photo by: Ildi_Papp
    Quinoa-
    Quinoa: Cook with broth, your favorite herbs, or a bit of lemon juice to add flavor. Use as a basis for casseroles, a higher-protein sub for morning oatmeal, or in place of rice. less 
    1 / 12
    Mon, Nov 28, 2011 3:56 PM EST
    Share to Facebook Share to Pinterest Share to Twitter

    Photo by: birdseye<br />Flax seed-<br />Flax seed: This tiny seed packs mighty nutritional powers—fiber, protein, and several heart-healthy fats to name a few. Sprinkle it on cereal or oatmeal, stir it into yogurt, or mix it into your favorite nut butter. The new healthy kitchen contains many of the staples you already rely on for quick and nutritious meals: fresh and frozen fruits and vegetables, lean proteins, and low-fat dairy. But there are 11 ingredients that might not make it into your shopping cart on a regular basis that will soon be atop your grocery list.