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BERRIES FOR HEALTH
Even in the winter, your customers can enjoy the deliciousness as well as the health benefits of berries.
Raspberries, blueberries, strawberries and other berries have lots of fiber to help with colon health, antioxidants to control free radicals and anti-inflammatory properties that can reduce arthritis pain.
Incorporate these superfoods into your menu. Make sure to show the health and functional benefits on your menu or signboard.
Hanger Steak with Pomegranate Chimichurri
This deliciously salty steak is offset with the sweetness and tartness of pomegranate seeds. Pomegranate seeds can help lower blood pressure and are high in fiber.
• 2 hanger steaks (8 oz. each)
• 5 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons each finely chopped fresh parsley
and cilantro
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh mint
1.Season steaks in cast-iron skillet, heat 2 tbsp. oil over high.
2.Cook steaks until brown, 2 1/2 minutes per side for medium-rare.
3.In bowl, toss remaining ingredients; season. Spoon over sliced steak.
Sources: 11 Reasons Why Berries Are Among the Healthiest Foods on Earth, Healthline, April 2019; Blueberry Acai Cornbread Cakes, The Young Austinian, Feb. 2015; Hanger Steak with Pomegranate Chimichurri, Rachael Ray Every Day, Sept. 2016
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