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Shennel started her hospitality career as a Mess Management Specialist (cook) in the U.S. Navy, in "A" School she was taught the essentials of cooking. After the NAVY she began working as a cook for a National casual dining restaurant, after 3 months she quickly jumped ship to the front of the house as a server, bartender. Ten years later she became a corporate front of the house trainer. In 2011 her passion grew into a desire to create "Coutour Cuisine." Fine dining" recipes prepared in your home for intimate dinners, milestone events and social affairs. The Cookin Diva is available for freelance and contractual jobs. It's her desire to provide the optimal in hospitality and quality cuisine. Call Shennel The Cookin Diva today and let her design a Coutour Cuisine menu for your event! She is now booking for 2011 events and social affairs. Call (248) 943-4434

Sunday, April 17, 2011

THE FAB 13 ~ #5 NUTS

You would definitely have to be nuts not to incorporate this Super Food in your daily diet. Nuts contain a multitude of nutrients; protein, fiber, calcium, iron, selenium, magnesium and vitamin E. Most of the fat in nuts come from heart-healthy monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats.
Almonds are a rich source of antioxidant vitamin E, a good intake of which has been associated with a healthy heart. Peanuts contain a flavonoid called resveratrol, found in red grapes and red wine, that according to research, may have anti-cancer properties. Walnuts contain ellagic acid, another antioxidant that has been linked to cancer. And Brazils are one of the richest sources of antioxidant selenium, a mineral that’s been linked to lower rates of heart disease and cancer.
So why not add a half a cup of almonds, peanuts, brazil nuts, hazelnuts, walnuts to your Steel Cut Oatmeal, have a ziploc bag stashed at your desk for an afternoon snack, or sprinkle some nuts over a great tossed salad with grilled chicken for a fantastic, nutrious dinner.

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