{"id":225,"date":"2008-04-22T10:15:08","date_gmt":"2008-04-22T16:15:08","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/nutritionknowhow.org\/wordpress\/?p=225"},"modified":"2013-08-26T16:45:35","modified_gmt":"2013-08-26T16:45:35","slug":"the-art-of-food-styling","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nutritionknowhow.org\/blog\/nutrition-2\/the-art-of-food-styling\/","title":{"rendered":"The Art of Food Styling"},"content":{"rendered":"

Recently I had the opportunity to attend a food and culinary conference in Scottsdale, Arizona.\u00a0 At this conference I learned about the art of food styling for photography and television.\u00a0 The food artists shared many tips that can be easily translated into our everyday kitchens.\u00a0 Below are examples of how to take ordinary food dishes and give them the wow factor.\u00a0 Also, at the end of this article is the Elegant Orzo recipe that I mentioned last month that has been getting rave reviews from friends and family.<\/p>\n

These pictures were developed and styled by Registered Dietitian Stephanie Green and the photos were taken by her husband Duane.\u00a0 They are the owners of Nutrition Studio and one of their main clients is Mountain High Yoghurt in Colorado.\u00a0 To view more of their work and to view their recipes visit mountainhighyoghurt.com.<\/p>\n

Take traditional dishes to another level.\u00a0 Use height to give interest and appeal.
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Stack plates of different shapes, colors, and sizes to add contrast.\u00a0 Use fresh herbs\u00a0and sprinkle spice on plates to add pizzazz.
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Simple garnishes go a long way.
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Enhance the dish by placing it on lettuce leaves or sliced fruit.
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Jazz up your\u00a0next relish tray or chips and dip plate.
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Now it is your turn to create your own food art with one of my favorite dishes, Elegant Orzo.\u00a0 This dish is simple to make and sure to impress.\u00a0 It can be served hot or cold and goes perfectly with shrimp or chicken.\u00a0 If you are not familiar with orzo, it is a small rice shaped pasta.\u00a0 It can be found in the spaghetti aisle in your grocery store.<\/p>\n

Elegant Orzo\"\"<\/strong><\/p>\n

1 (16 ounce)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 package uncooked orzo pasta
\n\u00bc cup\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 olive oil
\n\u00bd teaspoon\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 minced garlic
\n\u00bd teaspoon\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 dried basil
\n\u00bd teaspoon\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 crushed red pepper flakes
\n1 cup\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 pine nuts
\n1 (10 ounce)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 bag baby spinach
\n1\/8 cup\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 balsamic vinegar
\n1 (8 ounce)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 package crumbled feta cheese
\n1 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 tomato, chopped
\nblack pepper to taste<\/p>\n

1.\u00a0 Bring a large pot of water to a boil.\u00a0 Add orzo pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes.\u00a0 Drain, transfer to a mixing bowl and set aside.<\/p>\n

2.\u00a0 Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.\u00a0 Stir in garlic, basil and red pepper flakes.<\/p>\n

3.\u00a0 Stir in pine nuts and cook until lightly browned.<\/p>\n

4.\u00a0 Add spinach and cook on low heat for 5 minutes, or until spinach is wilted.<\/p>\n

5.\u00a0 Toss spinach mixture with orzo pasta.<\/p>\n

6.\u00a0 Add balsamic vinegar, crumbled feta cheese, chopped tomato and black pepper.\u00a0 Enjoy!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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