I was talking with my friend Jack on the phone yesterday, and he wanted to know when I'd be back in the Big Apple. By Wednesday morning I should be driving back to the cold spring weather in Long Island, which is much too soon.
So that's the bad news. But to cheer me up, Jack passed on some heart healthy recipes. Jack can "throw down" as they say on the Food Network when it comes to cooking, so I think you'll enjoy them.
You'll want to hit the old Print key on this one - I've eaten more than a couple meals at Jack's and I've never had anything that wasn't top notch.
One thing that always seems to be in season is cucumber, so here's Jack's recipe that uses them.
Cucumber Salad, Serves 2
1 English Cucumber (the long ones) diced, and peeled, large 1/4 cup green bell pepper, small diced, 1/4 cup red bell pepper, small diced, 1 tsp jalapeno pepper, small diced, 1/4 cup red onion, small diced, 1/2 cup plain white vinegar, 1/2 Tbsp sugar, 1 Tbsp good olive oil, Sea salt, Black pepper
Peel the cucumber, and slice in half the long way. Then slice in half the same way again. Dice the cucumber in 1/2 inch pieces and put in a bowl. Dice the peppers and onions, and add to the bowl. Dice the jalapeno, add to the bowl, and wash your hands to make sure you aren't carrying any juice from the jalapeno. Mix the vinegar, olive oil, and sugar together. Pour this over the cucumbers, peppers, and onions. Season with sea salt, and black pepper.
You can serve this immediately, but it will be better if it sits for an hour or so. It can be served cold, or at room temperature.
It works as a snack, or with something grilled.
This recipe can be made into a dinner salad with just a few more heart healthy ingredients. I'll have to ask Jack for the rest of the story.
Studies have shown the mediterranean diet is helpful to heart health, as well as olive oil.
Now I don't plan on moving to Europe, and I suppose you aren't going to either. But we can still learn some healthy habits from across the ocean.
Just make sure you're getting the omega 3 fatty acids that you need every day. Your joints will feel better, your heart will run smoother, and your brain will function like a well oiled machine. - 15275
So that's the bad news. But to cheer me up, Jack passed on some heart healthy recipes. Jack can "throw down" as they say on the Food Network when it comes to cooking, so I think you'll enjoy them.
You'll want to hit the old Print key on this one - I've eaten more than a couple meals at Jack's and I've never had anything that wasn't top notch.
One thing that always seems to be in season is cucumber, so here's Jack's recipe that uses them.
Cucumber Salad, Serves 2
1 English Cucumber (the long ones) diced, and peeled, large 1/4 cup green bell pepper, small diced, 1/4 cup red bell pepper, small diced, 1 tsp jalapeno pepper, small diced, 1/4 cup red onion, small diced, 1/2 cup plain white vinegar, 1/2 Tbsp sugar, 1 Tbsp good olive oil, Sea salt, Black pepper
Peel the cucumber, and slice in half the long way. Then slice in half the same way again. Dice the cucumber in 1/2 inch pieces and put in a bowl. Dice the peppers and onions, and add to the bowl. Dice the jalapeno, add to the bowl, and wash your hands to make sure you aren't carrying any juice from the jalapeno. Mix the vinegar, olive oil, and sugar together. Pour this over the cucumbers, peppers, and onions. Season with sea salt, and black pepper.
You can serve this immediately, but it will be better if it sits for an hour or so. It can be served cold, or at room temperature.
It works as a snack, or with something grilled.
This recipe can be made into a dinner salad with just a few more heart healthy ingredients. I'll have to ask Jack for the rest of the story.
Studies have shown the mediterranean diet is helpful to heart health, as well as olive oil.
Now I don't plan on moving to Europe, and I suppose you aren't going to either. But we can still learn some healthy habits from across the ocean.
Just make sure you're getting the omega 3 fatty acids that you need every day. Your joints will feel better, your heart will run smoother, and your brain will function like a well oiled machine. - 15275
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To get your important omega 3 fatty acids, Dr. Bill recommends this form of enteric coated fish oil which he takes personally everyday.