Decoding Food Labels: Fats

Fats differ tremendously. Understand how much you’re eating and what effect it has on your body.

Lentil Loaf

Hardy and heart healthy!
  • 1 bag lentils plus 1 cup small red lentils
  • 4 celery stalks
  • 2 onions
  • 10 oz mushrooms
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 1/4 cup cooking sherry
  • 6 oz tomato paste
  • 1/4 cup basil
  • 1/4 cup oregano
  • 1-2 Tbsp crushed red pepper
  • 2 Tbsp chili powder
  • 1 Tbsp salt
  • 1/4 cup mustard
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 2 cups oats
  • 1 cup teff flour

Soak lentils 15-30 minutes. Drain and rinse. Place in pot with enough water to cover by 1 inch. Boil, then simmer 20 minutes, adding more water if needed. Meanwhile, chop veggies and set aside. Mix sauce, starting with tomato paste through molasses.

Drain lentils. Preheat oven to 350F. Heat some oil in a pan and sauté veggies with sherry. When soft, add lentils. Then mix in sauce. When blended, stir in oats and teff. Press into 2 or 3 oiled loaf pans. Bake 45 minutes then remove and let sit at least 15 minutes to cool. Enjoy now or freeze for later!

Monthly Wrap-up March 2025

How many push-ups can you do – rate yourself. Plus, some great music and good, clean fun!
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CREATE	8-Mar	NEW - Mahogany Soap
		
MOVE	27-Mar	Push-ups by Age
		
SING	12-Mar	Momentum in the House

Push-ups by Age

How do you rate?

Push-ups are an excellent indicator of upper body strength. Rate yourself with ACSM (American College of Sports Medicine) push-up benchmarks based on age and sex.

Momentum in the House

Thanks to all the Momentum Rocks fans who packed the house last Saturday! If you couldn’t make it, here’s a quick overview of the set. Follow us on Facebook to stay informed!

Monthly Wrap-up February 2025

Some cozy winter ideas for food and music!
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CREATE	1-Feb	Carrot Cake Overnight Oats
		
SING	14-Feb	Momentum Acoustic on March 8th

Carrot Cake Overnight Oats

Dessert for breakfast!

  • 1 cup oats
  • 1/4 cup raisins
  • 1/4 cup chia seeds
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/4 cup shredded coconut
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp cardamom
  • 1/4 tsp ginger
  • 1/8 tsp nutmeg
  • 1 2/3 oat milk (or liquid equivalent)
  • 2 Tbsp maple syrup
  • Splash vanilla
  • Optional: crushed pineapple, yogurt, nuts

Mix all dry ingredients in a large container. Mix liquids and then pour on top, tapping out bubbles and stirring to mix until fully combined. Cover tightly and refrigerate overnight. Enjoy hot or cold, with added nuts, yogurt, or whatever you like!

Monthly Wrap-up January 2025

Spice up the new year with some new flavors and fun activities!
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CREATE	15-Jan	Cilantro Chutney
		
MOVE	5-Jan	Happy 2025!
		
SING	20-Jan	Momentum UNPLUGGED

Cilantro Chutney

Spice it Up! Add to sandwiches, soups, or just about anything!
  • 1 ¼ cups (packed) cilantro
  • 1 jalapeno
  • 1.5 Tbsp water
  • 2 tsp lemon juice
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp ginger
  • 1.5 Tbsp shredded coconut
  • ½ tsp white sesame seeds
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Trim and rinse cilantro. Place in blender along with all remaining ingredients and process until smooth. Store in clean glass jars. Freezes well.