Your Well Being Tip of the Day
Return
to the simplicity of nature. There's nothing more awe inspiring and
refreshing than nature itself. The fantasy to return to a less tumultuous
life almost always involves living in the splendor of the mountains, the
forests, or the tundra; on a island; near the ocean; or beside a lake. These
are universal urges, since we're made up of the same chemicals of all nature
(we're stardust, remember?) ... Wayne Dyer
Inspiration & Idea
The world will tell you that success is achieving what you set you to do. It
will tell you that success is winning, finding recognition and/or
prosperity. All or some of the above are usually by-products of success, but
they are not success. What the world doesn't tell you - because it doesn't
know - is that you cannot become successful. You can only be
successful. Don't let a mad world tell you that success is anything other
than a successful present moment And what is that? There is a sense of
quality and presence in what you do, even the most simple action. That is
success.
... Eckhart Tolle (A New Earth, pg. 270)
Turkey-Mushroom Burgers
Moist, flavourful and heart healthy!
Ground turkey is
the standard lean alternative to ground beef--and a good one--but burgers
made from it can be dry and bland. These turkey burgers are particularly
moist and flavorful because mushrooms are used to extend the ground meat.
Makes 6 servings.
Nutrition Profile:
Low Calorie | Low Sodium | Low Sat Fat | Heart Healthy
2 slices whole-wheat sandwich bread, crusts removed, torn
into pieces
8 ounces white mushrooms, wiped clean
3 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup Scallion-Lemon Mayonnaise - optional (recipe follows)
1 pound lean ground turkey breast
1 large egg, lightly beaten
3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
1 1/2 tablespoons coarse-grained mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
6 whole-wheat buns (optional)
Lettuce leaves & tomato slices for garnish
1. Place bread in a food processor and pulse into fine crumbs. Transfer to a
large bowl. Pulse mushrooms in the food processor until finely chopped.
2. Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add
onion, garlic and the mushrooms; cook, stirring occasionally, until tender
and liquid has evaporated, about 10 minutes. Add to the breadcrumbs and let
cool completely, 15 to 20 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, prepare Scallion-Lemon Mayonnaise, if using.
4. Preheat grill to medium-high.
5. Add ground turkey, egg, dill, mustard, salt and pepper to the mushroom
mixture; mix well with a potato masher. With dampened hands, form the
mixture into six 1/2-inch-thick patties, using about 1/2 cup for each.
6. Oil the grill rack. Brush the patties with the remaining 1 teaspoon oil.
Grill until no longer pink in the center, about 5 minutes per side. (An
instant-read thermometer inserted in the center should register 165°F.)
Meanwhile, split buns and toast on the grill for 30 to 60 seconds, if using.
Serve burgers on buns, garnished with lettuce, tomato and Scallion-Lemon
Mayonnaise, if desired.
MAKE AHEAD TIP: Prepare through Step 5. Wrap individually and refrigerate for up to eight hours or freeze for up to three months. Thaw in the refrigerator before cooking.
Scallion (green onions) Lemon Mayonnaise
Use this tangy mayonnaise as a sandwich spread or as a dip
for a platter of grilled summer vegetables.
Makes about 1/2 cup
1/4 cup nonfat sour cream
2 tablespoons low-fat mayonnaise
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped scallions
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon lemon juice
Pinch of salt, or to taste
Freshly ground pepper to taste
Combine sour cream, mayonnaise, scallions, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt and pepper in a small bowl; whisk until blended.
Recipes from www.eatingwell.com
The Power of Appreciation!
When I first read this story, I thought “yes!” … what a brilliant
example of the power of focusing our attention on one another’s
strengths (instead of limitations). Anything we focus attention on is
magnified, so it makes so much sense to focus more on strengths,
right? I hope you enjoy the story as much as I. Here it is … (Lee)
”I have read this story of a tribe in southern Africa called the Babemba in which a person doing something wrong, something that destroys this delicate social net, brings all work in the village to a halt. The people gather around the “offender”, and one by one they begin to recite everything he has done right in his life: every good deed, thoughtful behavior, act of social responsibility. These things have to be true about the person, and spoken honestly, but the time-honored consequence of misbehavior is to appreciate that person back into the better part of himself. The person is given the chance to remember who he is and why he is important to the life of the village.” – Christina Baldwin in Storycatcher, New World Library, 2005.
Fresh Food and Farmer's Markets - One of my Favourite Things!
One of my favorite spring and summer things to do is journey to one of
our local farmers markets on a Saturday morning. At first I went for
the fresh food, the low prices and to support our local farmers and
economy. Then I discovered how much fun the market’s are. Farmers’
Markets’ have their own culture and most are full of treats for the
senses including musicians, singers, and artists to entertain, specialty
coffees and tasty hot meals, and a palpable sense of contentment, good
will and joy among the buyers and sellers alike – yes, it really is a
positive vibe! And then there’s all that fresh produce, meats, cheeses,
herbs, teas, jams, breads, etc, etc. All I can say is “Yum!”.
… Lee
PS: My favorite is the Trout Lake Farmers Market. Awesome.
Slow Walking Meditation - A Little Time Out for Blissful
Peace
Walking meditation is meditation while walking. We walk slowly, in a
relaxed way, keeping a light smile on our lips. (We walk all the time, but
usually our walking is more like running. When we walk in mindfulness, we
focus our attention on each step, on our bodies and/or breathe). When we
practice this way, we feel deeply at ease, and our steps are those of the
most secure person on Earth. All our sorrows and anxieties drop away, and
peace and joy fill our hearts. Anyone can do it. It takes only a little
time, a little mindfulness, and the wish to be happy. – Thich Nhat Hanh
