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Wednesday, 30 July 2008 15:24 |
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 Chowders and soups are a great way to cook in volume, and pump up the nutrition. This chowder is a take on the Manhattan Clam Chowder, with more vegetables put into the mix for optimal folic acid, iron, and vitamin intake. The newly dubbed "Maternity Chowder" is big hit with everyone while sneaking in a packed agenda of nourishment for the hungry mother-to-be.
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Wednesday, 30 July 2008 15:22 |
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Cranky Noodle Soup is the secret weapon in the ever changing moods and cravings of pregnancy. It also continues its powers beyond pregnancy for those moments in life when we just need something warm and soothing to put us back together. When made properly, Cranky Noodle Soup should be even better the next few days after the cooking. It is made up of all of the good things in our pantry and is a giant multi-vitamin for nourishing almost any healthy lifestyle. |
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Wednesday, 30 July 2008 15:20 |
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 Ever have lasagna noodles around and don't want to make lasagna? Ever made lasagna and had pasta left over? Well here is what you've been waiting for - a quick, easy, nourishing, and satisfying pasta salad that is great for both dinner and to have in the fridge.
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Wednesday, 30 July 2008 14:51 |
 A doctor just told me that "your baby will be fine, it's you that you have to protect". You baby is going to zap all the nutrients he/she needs in order to fulfill the requirements of making it to this world. If you don't take your nutrition into your own hands, it is both you and you baby who will suffer the consequences. That's why you need to be sure that you are getting all the nutrients you need from natural and supplemental sources. We're talking calcium, folic acid, omega 3, and Iron. 30mg a day of Iron is recommended during the first trimester to help build strong bones and teeth.
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Wednesday, 30 July 2008 14:45 |
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 In the Northeast, winter is coming. When it gets cold it starts to get dark early. You know where we're headed - that's right - Sunday night Italian comfort food!
Sometimes we make meal decisions on feeling. You just want to create a dish that is easy to cook, feeds everyone, has some nutritional value, and holds up well in the fridge. Baked pastas fit into this category like a maternity mom fits into stretch pants. Moms-to-be, you know which pants I'm talking about! At the Fork, we take our baked Italian pastas seriously. Ricotta (pasturized!) cheese is a favorite cheese of ours in that, when you use it, it makes a big difference when just using a small amount. Ricotta is rockin' with loads of calcium and protein which are important in all diets including those of maternity. However, like most cheeses, it is also is high in fat. We're not advocating dishes that are high in fat, we're simply saying that in those dishes that have cheese, you can generally use less than what is recommended so that you gain from the nutritional benefits, |
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Wednesday, 30 July 2008 14:41 |
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 One of the food restrictions that is commonly listed is use of deli meats that are not reheated. There is a safety concern with how some of these items are cooked then handled by local delis. While I've known many a mother-to-be to swear by deli turkey sandwiches for lunch, it is still a good rule-of-thumb to reheat deli meats until steaming before eating. In the end it comes down to trusting the source. In the meantime - we know you miss cold cut sandwiches!
That's why we at the Fork have created our own turkey sandwich to kick those cravings without having the mental anguish of worrying about eating the right thing. Well, it's not exactly a cold cut sandwich, but we guarantee when you make our sandwich, you may not go back. |
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Wednesday, 30 July 2008 14:37 |
 Top 5 Reasons you should eat B's Linguine with Clams in maternity and beyond*:
1. Protein: you get 36% of your daily recommended intake (DRI) of protein from 3.5 oz of clams.
2. Iron: you get 79% of your iron DRI from 3.5 oz of clams.
3. B12: B12 is only found in animal products and other fortified foods such as cereals. Clams are loaded with up to 3200% of your DRI of B12.
4. Zinc: Zinc is an important nutrient for a developing fetus. 3.5 oz of clams gives you 15% of your DRI of zinc.
5. Folic Acid: Whole grain pasta (like DeCecco) contain up to 30% of your DRI of folic acid.
*We actively use "Eating Expectantly" by Bridget Swinney as a valued source.
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