101 Ways to Fix Broccoli [Spiral-bound]

Betty J. Price (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 15, 1994

This "user friendly" broccoli cookbook contains nutritious recipes for salads, soups, entrees, casseroles and a potpourri of other interesting dishes. Each recipe lists the calories, protein, carbohydrates, cholesterol, sodium and fat in grams as well as percentage, none of which exceed 30% fat. Many of the recipes work just as well when another vegetable in substituted for the broccoli.

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From the Author

On the very day of my father's diagnosis of cancer, he proclaimed, "I want broccoli every day" as the news reported Dr. Talalay's research results of broccoli being helpful in fighting cancer. Not liking the "stuff" at the time, I set out to be creative and find ways to fix it so that others would not know the ingredient was there. Besides creating recipes, I learned a lot about nutrition and that you do not have to sacrifice taste or texture for more healthful eating options. By the way, I now like broccoli!

From the Inside Flap

FOREWORD by Barbara Kuntz Mallman, RD

Broccoli is one of the healthiest foods on earth. It contains vitamins A, C, Beta carotene, fiber and nitrogen compounds, called indoles, which various studies indicate are effective in preventing cancer. Broccoli also contains significant amounts of calcium, potassium, thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, iron and is low in sodium. A single cup of raw broccoli supplies your daily vitamin C and Beta carotene requirements, has less than 1/2 gram of fat and only 24 calories.

The word "broccoli" is derived from the Latin word "brachium" which means branch or arm. The branch-like vegetable is a member of the cruciferous family, and had increased in popularity because of its anti-cancer properties. When sliced lengthwise, broccoli's inner stem portrays a cross-like pattern, thus the term cruciferous.

Every recipe (except Elephant Broccoli Stew, included just for fun) has been computer analyzed for specific nutrients. The simple format used makes it easy to track how much fat you're eating, both in grams and percent of total calories. Since it is known that excessive fat consumption is a major contributor to increasing your risk of heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, cancer and obesity, this book can become a welcome addition to any health-conscious person's library.

According to government figures, per capita consumption of broccoli has increased 630 percent over the past twenty years. What better "welcoming mat" could there be for a cookbook on such a popular subject? Being health-minded can be enjoyable, and this book proves it.

Eating is one of life's greatest pleasures. The recipes in "101 Ways to Fix Broccoli" are so tasty that they dispel the myth: If it tastes good, it's either bad for you, or it's fattening.

Here is a cookbook that will offer easy, unique and tasty new ideas for those already incorporating a healthful diet in their lifestyle. And for those who are still exploring, "101 Ways to Fix Broccoli" could be the road toward a long and healthy life.

(Ms. Mallman is a member of the American Dietetic Association, Consulting Nutritionists of California, Heart Association Dining for Heart Committe and Heart Association Speakers Bureau. She has served on a community nutrition task force and been nutrition consultant for the San Diego Union.)

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Product Details

• Spiral-bound: 89 pages
• Publisher: Carlton Press (November 15, 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 080624707X
• ISBN-13: 978-0806247076
• Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.5 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,192,633 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)