- Portabella mushrooms
- Slice portabella mushrooms in 1/2 inch thick sections
- Place in a Ziploc plastic bag with chicken broth and seal
- Marinate for 2 hours or overnight
- Sauté the mushrooms in chicken broth (can use the same chicken broth that used for marinade) for 3-5 minutes on medium heat
- Use mushrooms in place of meat in salads, pasta, sandwiches, etc.
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Melissa Kavanaugh is a first year graduate student at Drexel University. She is working towards her Masters in Human Nutrition and is completing the requirements to become a Registered Dietitian. Melissa earned her undergraduate degree from Rutgers University in Accounting and Finance and worked in industry for 4 years before deciding to change careers and pursue her true passions: nutrition and fitness. In addition to nutrition, Melissa went back to school for fitness and currently holds Personal Training and Group Fitness certifications from the American Council on Exercise. She teaches weekly ballet bar and strength training classes in addition to working one on one with clients to achieve their fitness goals. Melissa enjoys cooking and creating fun and easy recipes. She is excited and honored to be a contributor to OncoLink.