Oh the holidays! Festive lights, presents, connecting with loved ones, cozy fires. But for those with eating disorders, the holidays can also bring a lot of new challenges. The following are some tips for navigating the holiday season, particularly early in your recovery process. Be honest. Check in with yourself about what you can handle … Read More
Adapted from New York Times Cooking Yes, you can make bread. No, you don’t need any hard-to-find ingredients or expensive equipment. You don’t even “knead” to knead it! Ingredients: 3 cups all-purpose or bread flour, plus a bit more for dusting 1/4 teaspoon instant yeast 1 1/4 teaspoons salt Preparation: Step 1 Combine the ingredients … Read More
Now Is a Great Time to Learn New Skills in the Kitchen Whether you’re stuck at home, finding yourself with some extra time on your hands, or looking to extend the time between trips to the grocery store, now is a great time to learn some new skills in the kitchen. Learning how to prepare … Read More
By Megan Cooper, MSW, LCSWA As our nation continues to be impacted by the coronavirus pandemic, we are all being called upon to adapt and change. It’s a disorienting time, to say the least. I invite you to look at my checklist below for tips on how to remain calm and productive. VALIDATE YOURSELF The … Read More
My smartwatch keeps telling me my heart rate is elevated these days. It also keeps alerting me about a new headline regarding COVID-19, inclement weather, or some other less-than-pleasant event. It feels inevitable that certain elements of our new reality will affect my stress level. Here are nine helpful ways I’m managing my stress these … Read More
For many people, the holiday season is a source of great joy. It often provides a time for socializing, celebration, and reunion, and instills happiness. Often for those who have eating disorders, this can be a particularly stressful and dreaded time of year. The following are suggestions from your loved ones and clinical professionals as … Read More
The holiday season is often synonymous with stress, but this year can be different if you adopt a positive and organized mindset. The culinary department at Carolina House has gathered a few tips to help you enjoy the holidays. Make a simple plan and stick to it: Time management is your friend during the holidays, … Read More
Serves: 12-15 patties 1 tablespoon butter 1/2 of an onion, finely chopped 1 finely chopped bell pepper 3 cloves of minced garlic 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced 1/4 cup chopped scallions 3 cups cooked black-eyed peas 1 tablespoon minced cilantro 1/2 tablespoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon hot sauce 1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs … Read More
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/4 cups rolled oats 1/2 cup pecans 1/3 cup sugar 1/3 cup packed brown sugar 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 12 tablespoons butter 1 cup raspberry jam Preheat oven to 350⁰. Cover a 9-inch square pan with foil and coat lightly with vegetable oil or cooking spray. In a large … Read More
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 2 teaspoons ground ginger 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves 1/4 teaspoon salt 12 tablespoons softened butter 1 cup, 2 tablespoons sugar 1 tablespoon water 1/4 cup molasses 1 egg Preheat oven to 350⁰. Mix together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and … Read More
