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Learn how to make Homemade Protein Balls!
Learn how to make Homemade Protein Balls!
This is a simple recipe that we made on Live in the D with Kim Degiulio! We discussed meeting your health goals by switching up your snacks. This recipe is super tasty and can last (if you don’t eat them) for up to 4 days in the fridge. You can learn how to make your own homemade protein balls right in the comfort of your home!
It’s sooo good!! #iPromise!
So let’s get to it! If you try this recipe at home take a pic and tag us @CookingwithQue on all things Social!
Que 🙂
P.S. Here is the Recipe
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Let’s Talk about Protein (Part I)
Understanding Protein
This is a conversation that needs to be had. Protein. Everyone has stuff to say about it, but everyone doesn’t understand how it relates to the purpose of it in your body. Many people will tell you you need it, you can’t have to much of it, but no one ever wants to really tackle making sure that everyone understands and the important functions of protein in your body.
I want to make it as simple as possible for you, for the sake of you being able to remember it.
Proteins are an important part of great health.
- What is a protein:
According to Webster's Dictionary- : protein is any of various naturally occurring extremely complex substances that consist of amino-acid residues joined by peptide bonds, contain the elements carbon, hydrogen, nitrogen, oxygen, usually sulfur, and occasionally other elements (such as phosphorus or iron), and include many essential biological compounds (such as enzymes, hormones, or antibodies)
The name comes from the Greek word proteos - which means Primary or First Place
Hence why proteins are so important, and why understanding what they do for your body is fundamental in understanding the basics of good health and eating.
I really would like to make this short and sweet.. But it is literally inevitable.
From the basics, proteins are made up of amino acids that join together to form long chains. See the pretty picture below?
Here are all the Amino Acids you will never remember.. To help you understand that in this “candy necklace” of aminos, each one has a special role, in a collection of special links that make up what we know as proteins.
There are 20 Amino Acids that form the different proteins in your body. They do most of their work inside the cells and go do different jobs throughout your body..
Here are some of the most essential proteins and duties that illustrate why your body depends on them and how they can benefit you.
Our body needs protein for the growth and upkeep of tissues. Could you imagine getting a scar and your tissue never healing and replacing itself? (gasp)
The body's protein needs are dependent on your health and your activity level. Protein is in a constant state of turnover. Normally your body breaks down the same amount that it uses to build and repair tissues, when it is breaking down more than it creates we have to increase our amount of protein to assist with our body's needs, like when you are sick, or during pregnancy, and breastfeeding. Or if you have an injury or surgery more protein is needed to assist with the healing.
By making sure we’re eating and amassing enough protein for our body, simply put, we’re giving our bodies the ability to do its daily chores and maintenance wherever necessary in our bodies.
Remember, I don’t like to overload you with information. So I want you to use this as food for thought for yourselves today. Do you know what you are eating? Do you know if you are giving your body the protein that it needs to do the many jobs that it fulfills on a daily basis?
Nevertheless, this is just the beginning!!! Tomorrow, we are going to take it a step further, and in the meantime, here is a protein-hefty food that may benefit your diet.
Lentils
The lentil is an edible legume. It is an annual plant known for its lens-shaped seeds and is about 40 cm tall, with seeds that grow in pods.
There are 8 grams of protein per cooked cup (240 ml) of lentils and provide 50% of your daily recommended fiber intake (yes God).... and I’m talking about the good fiber that feeds the healthy bacteria in your colon saints….. That keeps a healthy gut!!!!! That means lentils can help reduce ailments like heart disease, diabetes, obesity and some cancers! So if lentils are not in your diet…. It is time to introduce them. They can be cooked like beans, boil them and use them for soups, salads, stir frys, dahls, everything.
Ok ok.. I don’t want to overwhelm you. Just give you some food for thought..for ya on this glorious day 🙂
Hope it was worth the read. Share this with a friend….there will be more on protein….tomorrow.
This is a pretty important subject, and I want you to understand it.
So until next time. May your tastebuds be…
Forever Satisfied.
Que
Day #16 / #75Hard with Cooking with Que Challenge
Good Morning. #Day16
Everyday won’t be easy. Diamonds don’t become Diamonds if there is no pressure applied. Tears will flow. You will own them. Journeys aren’t journeys because they are easy. There is a reason for Growing Pains.
It is ok.
This is the face of someone who is Full. Who took a break by hiding in their truck. This face understands that being tested pushes you to new levels. God has a reason for everything. Fail forward.
Look at the whole picture.
What went right.
What went wrong.
What can you control.
What / Who can you not control.
15 Minute Cry.
Scream and Ask God His expectations.
Wait Quietly for the Response.
Move Forward.
Moment of Transparency .
No one is Perfect.
God made us all perfectly flawed.
The Bonus.
God Made Us.
GOD DOESN’T MAKE MISTAKES.
Chew. On. That.
#Faith #Family #Food #Fitness #75HardwithCookingwithQueChallenge #Vegan
Cooking with Que / The Kitchen by Cooking with Que Health & Safety Update
Hey Family!!!
I pray that you all are in great health or healing Godspeed! At Cooking with Que & The Kitchen by Cooking with Que, the health and safety of our entire community is our top priority. Today we’re sharing a number of updates with our clients about new health and safety guidelines related to COVID-19 as well as features available on the Cooking with Que site.
Safely Delivering Your Meals: Catered or Meal Prep with Cooking with Que
We’re working closely with national and local authorities as well as a panel of health and safety experts to actively monitor the situation and ensure we’re operating safely with minimal disruption to service. Just know what are taking appropriate precautions to safely deliver your items. All Meal Prep Items will now be in completely disposable recyclable containers until we are in the clear. Thank you to everyone who has been apart of us saving the planet thus far by returning recycled containers, but for the safety of our community we will be using completely disposable recyclable containers.
Introducing “Leave at My Door Delivery”
Next week, we are offering “Leave at My Door Delivery” feature to all customers, giving you more flexibility in how you want to receive your Meal Prep Orders. To use the new feature, simply select “Leave at My Door Delivery” as part of your delivery options at checkout. You’ll receive a photo confirmation once your Meal Prep order has been delivered.
Dining at The Kitchen by Cooking with Que
There is a reason why we are known as the cleanest Kitchen in the City of Detroit, because of our overly precautious cleaning methods. Our goal is to teach our community how to eat to live, and we will continue to do so.
For the latest info on the precautions you can take, please visit the CDC’s website.
We are blessed to have you as members of the Cooking with Que community!!!
We Love You to Life!
Que
Psalm 91 🙂
Don’t Be Hungry for the Holidays
So there are Holiday Parties coming up for Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanza, New Years and all kinds of Gift Exchanges, Get Togethers and Potlucks!
Save yourself the time and energy and order what you need. From sides to an entire meal. Cooking with Que has got you covered!
Check out some of the specials we have right now! Pickups are Monday, December 23, 2019 from 4-6 pm 🙂
*** All meals are oven ready, and can be refrigerated until you are ready to cook and serve. ***
Holiday Feast
https://cookingwithque.com/product/holiday-feast/
Vegan Sweet Potato Cheesecake
https://cookingwithque.com/product/sweet-potato-cheesecake-whole/
Got any questions? Email us at catering@cookingwithque.com
Happy Holidays!
Que
Don't worry, you can always order Cooking with Que's signature dish!
Quarter Pan
https://cookingwithque.com/product/cwq-vegan-mac-n-cheez-full-pan/
Half Pan
https://cookingwithque.com/product/cwq-vegan-mac-n-cheez-half-pan/
Full Pan
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Meal Preps Are Here! Are you Ready?
The most asked question in the Cooking with Que inbox..... Do you have Meal Preps! Literally.
I had to take the time to determine what would work because I didn't want to be another "Box" service with food that will last for 7-10 days! That's absolutely ridiculous to me. Like what fresh food do you get out of a garden... and it lasts you for that long! GET OUTTA HERE!
My brain says, if something is supposed to be fresh, you should have to go get another batch sooner than later. I grocery shop a couple times per week. Fresh Kale... Spinach.. Tomatoes those items when they are truly fresh.. don't last for 2 weeks fam! So I wanted to figure out how to make this beneficial for everyone involved. Vegans and Meat Eaters alike. So all my local peeps will have access to pick up or delivery options. I only have spots for 10 Out of State peeps, to let me know how they like getting food every 3-4 days.
Veggie of the Month: Tumeric by Savannah Grace Carter
Late Lent Starters?
You ever get so busy that you know you are supposed to be doing something, but you can’t remember what?
How did I forget Lent was here. What’s even worse, I didn’t have a thought about giving anything up. Like literally. I hear and see everyone talk about, I’m giving up sweets, drinking, eating...blah blah blah.
I think, it’s almost become so commercial, it’s like a New Years Resolution. Remember that? The thing that is promised to do… but never lives past like the last day of January! Smh.
Lent is supposed to be a journey, sacrificial, its to represent the time Jesus was in the wilderness preparing for his ministry work.
And I. Forgot.
#InsertPalmToFaceEmojiHere smh.
So, I am not going to beat myself up. I’m going to deal with it, and face it head on.
What I plan on giving up for the next 40 days, and hopefully it starts a new habit……
WORRY
I’m giving up worrying. It’s not healthy for you. It makes you sick, mentally and physically. It’s a waste of time, and God doesn’t make mistakes! PERIOD!
So goodbye worry! I don’t need you. Everything is going to be alright in it’s time
What did you give up for Lent?
Que 🙂
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Ok, ok... until next time fam.. May your tastebuds be...
#ForeverSatisfied!
A good Crusty Peach Cobbler with less hassle and heartburn!
So this is the quickest peach cobbler you will ever make, because THAT'S WHAT I DO! I try to make some of your favorite down home recipes taste amazing but I'm obsessed with making sure my family lives happier healthier lifestyles! So I want you to be able to pronounce what you are actually cooking!
Now, in our family the best part is.....HAVING A GOOD CRUST TO PEACH RATIO! We loveeeeee the crust. Do you hear me? What I don't have, is a lot of time to make my crust from scratch so I found the next best thing.... Pilsbury Pie Crusts! Did you know that they don't have any diary in them!!! Screams. (edited: I did learn that it is not vegan though, it has Lard, sooo I will give you a freakishly easy Pilsbury knock off crust recipe in the mean time)
One of these packages has 2 pie crust in it. Perfect for a pie pan, and the other great thing is if you need to change the shape, you can roll them out on a board to become whatever you need.
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