Healthy Egg Drop Soup

Egg drop soup is a staple in Chinese restaurant and takeout menus. Egg is good as it is high in choline and one of the natural sources of Vitamin K. Unfortunately, most egg drop soups sold in the market are high in sodium. For a healthier take on egg drop soup, try this recipe by Nina Simonds of the Food Network:1 1/2 teaspoons canola oil2 medium tomatoes, diced1/2 cup minced scallions3 tablespoons soy sauce3/4 cup rice wine or sake5 cups water1 teaspoon salt1/2 pound snow peas2 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 6 tablespoons water2 large eggs, lightly beaten with 2 tablespoons water1. Heat oil over high heat until hot. Sauté tomatoes and...

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Basil: More than Just Pesto

The round, often pointed, leaves of the basil plant looks a lot like peppermint to which it is related. Its highly fragrant leaves are used as a seasoning herb for a variety of foods, but has become ever popular as the main ingredient in pesto, the mixture of basil, pine nuts and parmesan cheese.The unique array of active constituents called flavonoids found in basil provide protection at the cellular level. Orientin and vicenin are two water-soluble flavonoids that have been of particular interest in basil, and in studies on human white blood cells; these components of basil protect cell structures as well as chromosomes from radiation and oxygen-based...

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Ceasar Salad: A Healthier Take On A Classic Recipe

Ceasar salad is a staple in takeout and even in fancy restaurant menus. But most often than not, what should have been a healthy salad is made unhealthy with heaps of bacon and high-fat dressing. Make your Ceasar salad healthier with this Martha Stewart recipe:Healthier Ceasar Salad2 cups chopped romaine2 sardines1 hard-boiled egg1 tablespoon grated parmesan1/2 cup croutons1 tablespoon olive oil1/2 tablespoon lemon juice1. Wash romaine leaves in cold water. Drain thoroughly.2. Debone sardines and ground with a fork into a paste.3. Whisk together olive oil and lemon juice until emulsified. Stir in sardine paste.4. Slice hard boiled egg.5. Toss...

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