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Tregaye Fraser , an Atlanta native , is a seasoned chef who enjoys putting her own spin on classic recipes . She is an enthusiast for the unconventional . Chef Tregaye is quite passionate about teaching others how to eat healthier , and her mission is to inspire a new generation of young cooks to prepare nutritious , fun , and innovative food . She describes her grandmother ’ s dishes as “ heaven on a plate ,” and she can ’ t recall a single one she didn ’ t enjoy . Chef Tregaye began perfecting her cooking abilities and nurturing her passion for food as a result , leading her to pursue a culinary arts degree at Le Cordon Bleu . Though she had such a love for cooking , she never imagined that her ambitions of becoming a chef would come true , bringing her joy and recognition . “ I attempt to use healthy ingredients when preparing food — or , as I like to call |
it , healthy-ish ,” Chef Tregaye says . She uses well-sourced foods when buying and cooking with bread and pasta , brans , oatmeal , wheat germ , and often uses fresh or frozen fruits and vegetables . One of the critical parts of eating healthy is knowing what you are putting in your body . Chef Tregaye says you should always “ Read The Labels .” Pay attention to the types of fats , how much sodium , calories per serving , and serving size . Doing this helps you make more informed choices when you are trying to eat healthier . And the ultimate key to a healthier eating lifestyle is just to do it . Make a conscious decision and stick with it .
Chef Tregaye is also passionate about helping families connect in the kitchen . And there is no better time than now , during a pandemic , to work on family bonds . She knows the importance of
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family , and she strives to show by example to her two sons that they can accomplish anything they set their minds to . Keep an eye out for Chef Tregaye ’ s new cookbook “ Kitchen Conversations with Chef Tregaye ’’ coming soon . And check out her new healthy and fun recipes on www . cheftregaye . com , follow her on Instagram @ cheftregaye , and videos from her OWN Network show “ Tregaye ’ s Way ” on the OWN App . |
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