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Now that I have an Instant Pot and I can have my rice come out yummy without all the fuss, I’m really into serving rice more often. Before the pot, I was only into brown rice because it is more forgiving to my culinary fumbles. Now I add all ingredients to create great flavors, close the top, and hit the delicious button. Have you ever tried coconut rice? It’s quite tasty. Oatmeal is a go-to meal prep item for me. When I start the day off with a hearty bowl of oatmeal, I feel more accomplished. I know that I’ve gotten in some fiber, protein and other body good nutrients. I’m starting my day off right and it helps me to make healthy decisions throughout my day.
Quinoa is easy to cook but doesn’t have a lot of flavor on it’s own. I always cook quinoa in a broth so that flavor can be found in every bite. Popcorn is such a versatile snack. It’s a blank canvas. I can eat it plain, with a touch of butter, dress it up with parmesan cheese and rosemary, Old Bay seasoning, cayenne, chocolate... The combinations go on and on and on. Stop turning in circles asking yourself, “What’s for dinner?” Keep a variety of grains on hand and embrace all the flavor possibilities.
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Bettina is a Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist, School Nutrition Specialist, and all-around Foodie. She’s had a passion for food and sharing that love of food with others since childhood. In her teenage years, she started cooking at home for her mom. She learned from watching cooking shows and studying cookbooks. As she continued to cook family dinners, I was able to explore more foods and exotic dishes. When I had to start a career, It was important for her to blend her love of science with her love of food. Bettina gained her masters’ degree in Integrative Bioscience with a concentration in Nutrition and became a Registered Dietitian- Nutritionist. School nutrition is where she’s found her niche and became a credentialed School Nutrition Specialist. She enjoys sharing her love of food with younger generations. Seeing students taste something new sparks joy in her life. Bettina J. Applewhite, SNS Baltimore County Schools (MD) | Bites With Applewhite
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