The Covington Digital News Digital Edition April 17, 2015 | Page 10

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Friday, April 17, 2015

PROTEIN-PACKED

Meals and Snacks

(Family Features) Protein is an incredibly important part of our diets. Not only is it associated
with muscle and tissue health, research finds that
protein plays an important role in energy levels,
weight management and satiety (feeling full). In
fact, a recent survey found that nine in 10 Americans believe that protein helps them feel fuller
and satisfied longer.
With canned food staples like chicken, tuna,
beans, beef and salmon in your pantry, a convenient
source of protein-rich ingredients is always at your
fingertips. That makes it easy to prepare nutritious
homemade meals and snacks that will provide long
lasting energy to get you through the day.
Canned proteins are often preferable to their
fresh counterparts because they require little to
no preparation and are more accessible. They also
contribute two important forms of under-consumed protein sources – legumes and fish.
Because cans seal in foods’ nutrients, freshness
and natural goodness, you can feel great about
incorporating canned proteins into your favorite salads, casseroles, sandwiches and dishes like
Greek Pizza and Tuna Apple Melt. With a wellstocked pantry – or “Cantry” – wholesome, protein-packed meals and snacks the whole family
will love are just a can or two away.
For more nutritious and flavorful recipes featuring canned proteins, and to learn how you can
get cooking with canned foods, visit www.CansGetYouCooking.com.