What’s the Dish on Fish??
We hear it all over – “Eat More Fish”, “Fish is an important part of your diet”, “Kids need fish for brain development” “Fish is important for heart health” and on and on. But what are the facts? First lets make one blanket definition. Fish does not necessarily mean/include seafood.
Canned Salmon
Canned salmon is a good staple to have in the pantry. Salmon cakes are a quick meal when everyone is starving. The Salmon Loaf is delicious with a sauce that fits with it perfectly. The Salmon Loaf is elegant enough for company.
Canned Tuna Classics
Canned tuna is very versatile and we tend to use it in more recipes in the summer. Tuna is a refreshing alternative to other meats for a meal and it is rich in protein. Some of our class tuna favorites are: tuna salad for sandwiches, stuffed avocados, stuffed tomatoes, and tuna casseroles. Canned tuna is not only healthy, but it is also a good dollar stretcher.
Father’s Day Grilled Tequila Shrimp
Father’s Day is the unofficial start of our grilling season. This Father’s Day we will fire up the grill and get the summer barbecue season going with a quick and easy dinner for Dad that is delicious.
Almond Crusted Tilapia
Tilapia is one of my favorite types of fish because it is so mild and can be prepared in so many different ways. We use it from everything from seasoned filets to fish tacos. Almond crusted tilapia is one of my favorite easy weeknight dishes. It is so fast and easy to make and I haven’t met anyone (even people who normally don’t like fish) who won’t eat this tasty dinner. You can change up the taste of this dish for some variety by adjusting the seasonings and using different nuts for an entirely new flavor.
Tuna Pot Roast with Tomato, Basil & Capers
This is a recipe for Tuna Pot Roast from Molly Stevens’ book All About Braising. Don’t let the length of the recipe scare you away–the technique here is so simple you probably won’t need to read it again save to check for ingredients after you’ve made it once. And if you make it once, you will most definitely make this one again. I would also try this set of sauce/braising liquid ingredients with chicken, pork tenderloin and quite possibly even tofu. It’s a lovely blending of flavors vaguely reminiscent of pasta puttanesca, but softer and more suited to the delicate flavors of the tuna.
Almond Crusted Tilapia
Tilapia is a wonderfully mild fish that is great for introducing fish to your family’s diet. The American Heart Association recommends eating fish at least twice a week to get the Omega-3 fatty acids that our bodies need. Many parents are reluctant to add fish to the menu because they don’t think that their kids will eat it. The earlier you get your kids used to fish the more likely they are to learn to enjoy it. In our family, we introduced fish early and it is one of my 5 year old’s favorite foods. help your kids establish healthy habits that will last a lifetime with this low-fat and nutritious meal.
Very Veggie Tuna Sandwich
Lunch time has the potential to be really fattening if you resort to convenience foods with little to no nutrition. These simple tuna sandwiches are tasty and provide 3 servings of vegetables.
