Video Cooking Lessons
Here you’ll find a growing collection of cooking videos created especially for health educators and the audiences they serve. Each video features delicious, healthful recipes that are budget-minded, practical, and enjoyable, from quick snacks and fresh salads to comforting soups, satisfying entrées, simple desserts, and refreshing beverages. Beyond the recipes themselves, our focus is on building real-world cooking skills—the kind that help people gain confidence in the kitchen, cook more often at home, and make nourishing choices that last a lifetime. The Food and Health Communications Culinary Nutrition Video Library — professional cooking lessons and client education videos created by CIA-trained chef and nutrition educator Judy Doherty. Browse by topic below, or use the search box above to find videos for professional training, cooking demonstrations, or sharing directly with your patients and clients. Have a request? Let us know!
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Shakshuka
Learn how to make shakshuka, a vibrant, flavor-packed dish of gently poached eggs nestled in a rich tomato and pepper sauce seasoned with garlic, cumin, and paprika. In this step-by-step video, we’ll show you how to build layers of flavor, achieve perfectly set egg whites with silky yolks, and finish the dish with fresh herbs and optional feta for a beautiful presentation.
Shakshuka is naturally packed with vegetables and protein, making it a satisfying breakfast, brunch, or light dinner. Serve it straight from the skillet with warm whole-grain bread for dipping. This recipe focuses on simple techniques and accessible ingredients so you can confidently recreate it at home.
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