93: Easy Cooking for Two with Jenna Braddock, MSH, RDN, CSSD

<p>If you’re like me, a recent empty-nester, or perhaps newly married or cooking for just yourself and a partner, you may be frustrated with the task of cooking for two. If you’ve been accustomed to cooking for several people, you might be horrified at the food waste when it’s just the two of you. Today’s guest has all the bases covered with helpful tips and kitchen inspiration for cooking for two.<span class= "Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p>Jenna Braddock is a registered dietitian and certified Sports Dietetics specialist who lives in Florida with her husband and two kids. She hosts the blog, <em>Make Healthy Easy</em>, and her new cookbook is <a href="https://amzn.to/3tFt56a" target="_blank" rel= "noopener"><em>Easy Cooking for Two: 75 Perfectly Portioned Recipes.</em></a> In today’s show, you’ll hear Jenna’s advice for stocking a pantry for cooking for two and not a crowd. Do you wonder how to keep herbs fresh when you buy a big bunch but only need a handful? Jenna has the answer! We will discuss the benefits of cooking for two regarding less food waste and delicious recipes from Jenna’s book, like Adobo Turkey Tacos, Warm Quinoa Salad, and Mango Salsa Pork Chops.<span class= "Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Show Highlights:</strong></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li>Get to know Jenna and her life in St. Augustine with her football coach husband and two young sons; it’s a football-filled life!</li> <li>Tips for group gatherings for teenagers (think about salads and fresh fruit)</li> <li>What dinner looks like at Jenna’s house</li> <li>Why Jenna started her blog, <em>Make Healthy Easy,</em> which is food-focused with do-able and delicious recipes</li> <li>How Jenna’s cookbook provides the perfect solution for those who don’t want to cook large meals</li> <li>How cooking for two helps eliminate food waste</li> <li>The benefits of cooking for two include experimenting with different ingredients and recipes and avoiding the “condiment graveyard” in your refrigerator and pantry</li> <li>How Jenn