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Care Kitchen is a cooking & nutrition series created to support people living with pancreatic cancer.

We help you navigate the food challenges you face and to meet your nutrition goals with thoughtful, simple to make recipes.

09/04/2026

INGREDIENT SPOTLIGHT: TOFU-LY DELICIOUS!
Tofu is a versatile source of plant-based protein that absorbs the flavors of your favorite sauces, herbs, and spices.
Why can tofu be a helpful ingredient for pancreatic cancer patients?
- Protein helps support muscle, strength, and recovery
- Its soft texture can be easier to chew and enjoy
- Its mild flavor makes it easy to use in many recipes
- It is quick and simple to prepare
- It adds more plant-based variety to your meals
See tofu transformed into a flavorful Roasted Ginger Tofu Bowl when the newest Care Kitchen episode on our YouTube Channel SeenasCareKitchen

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09/02/2026

WHY WE LOVE THIS RECIPE
People navigating pancreatic cancer may need additional protein and calories to help maintain muscle, strength, and energy. Chef Gia’s Roasted Ginger Tofu Bowl provides 18 grams of protein and 350 calories per serving.
We also love that it:
- Includes a colorful variety of vegetables
- Offers a simple source of plant-based protein
- Makes four servings for easy leftovers
- Can be adapted for different dietary needs
Comes together in only 40 minutes
Watch the new episode of Care Kitchen on our YouTube Channel SeenasCareKitchen
Nutritional needs vary. Always consult your healthcare team or registered dietitian for individualized guidance.

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09/01/2026

NEW EPISODE DROPS SEPTEMBER 1!
Chef Gia Fazio is making a colorful Roasted Ginger Tofu Bowl—a simple and delicious way to add more plant-based protein to your week.
With roasted tofu, fresh vegetables, brown rice, and a flavorful ginger-sesame sauce, this satisfying meal delivers 18 grams of protein per serving.
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 25 minutes
Serves: 4
Subscribe to Care Kitchen on YouTube and watch the new episode on September 1! Like, share and comment!

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08/28/2026

Your New 30-Minute Dinner
Looking for an easy meal for a busy or low-energy day? Save this Simple Pasta Primavera!
With only 10 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cooking, this colorful recipe is refreshing, comforting and easy to personalize. Chef Gia Fazio prepares it with special guest Ron Funches in the newest episode of Care Kitchen.
Why we love it:
✅ Ready in 30 minutes
✅ Makes four servings
✅ Can be prepared ahead
✅ Uses simple, affordable ingredients
✅ Can be adjusted for lower-fiber or higher-fat needs
✅ Works with many different vegetables and toppings
For a lower-fiber version, use white pasta, omit the onion and peas, peel the carrots and zucchini, and cook the vegetables until very soft. For additional fat and calories, add pine nuts; for more protein, top with chicken, chickpeas or cheese as tolerated and recommended by your healthcare team.
Watch the full episode featuring Ron Funches on Seena’s Care Kitchen YouTube channel! Visit our website for more information on this recipe and more!

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08/27/2026

Comfort, Color and a Little Comedy
What do you get when you combine fresh vegetables, comforting pasta and comedian Ron Funches? A joyful new episode of Care Kitchen!
Ron joins Chef Gia Fazio to make Simple Pasta Primavera...a light yet satisfying meal that goes from kitchen to table in only 30 minutes.
For people living with pancreatic cancer, energy, appetite and food tolerance can change from day to day. That’s why we love recipes like this one: it can be adapted to meet you where you are. Choose regular or protein pasta, use the vegetables you enjoy, cook them until very soft or add chicken, chickpeas or cheese for more protein.
Best of all, it can be prepared ahead and reheated when you’re ready to eat.
Join Ron and Chef Gia in the Care Kitchen and watch the latest episode on YouTube - SeenasCareKitchen

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08/25/2026

A Simple, Nourishing Meal in 30 Minutes
Dinner doesn’t have to be complicated to be comforting and delicious! This week on Care Kitchen, comedian Ron Funches joins Chef Gia Fazio to prepare a colorful Simple Pasta Primavera and brings plenty of laughter along the way.
Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy vegetarian meal combines pasta with zucchini, carrots, peas, lemon and fresh herbs. We love it for people navigating pancreatic cancer because it’s:
🥕 Easy to customize for changing tastes and digestive needs
🍝 Made with familiar, comforting ingredients
⏱️ Ready with just 10 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cooking
🥗 Easy to make ahead and enjoy later
Use white pasta and very soft, peeled vegetables for a lower-fiber option, or add chicken, chickpeas or cheese for additional protein.
Watch Ron and Chef Gia make this simple, flexible meal on the latest episode of Care Kitchen at SeenasCareKitchen on YouTube. Please like, share, comment and watch to the end.

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08/21/2026

Only five minutes of prep and dinner for today and tomorrow.
This Tropical Black Bean Soup with Mango Salsa makes six servings, so you can enjoy a warm bowl right away and refrigerate or freeze the extras for days when you have less time or energy to cook.
Need a lower-fiber variation? The black beans can be replaced with cooked chicken or turkey. Blend the soup until smooth, and leave off the mango salsa if fresh fruit isn’t well tolerated.
Join Chef Gia Fazio and four-year pancreatic cancer survivor Christine Wells for a new Care Kitchen episode filled with vibrant flavor, helpful ideas and hope.
Watch beginning August 18 on our YouTube Channel SeenasCareKitchen
Always discuss dietary changes with your healthcare team or a registered dietitian, especially during treatment.

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08/20/2026

Why do we love this Tropical Black Bean Soup with Mango Salsa? 🥭

It’s a colorful, plant-forward meal filled with flavor and practical nutrition:

🥣 Black beans provide plant-based protein and fiber when well tolerated.
🍠 Sweet potato and mango add energy, flavor and valuable nutrients.
🌈 Colorful fruits and vegetables offer a variety of naturally occurring plant compounds.
❄️ Six servings make it easy to refrigerate or freeze extra portions.
💜 The recipe can be adapted to individual digestive needs and food tolerances.

Four-year pancreatic cancer survivor Christine Wells joins Chef Gia Fazio to prepare this vibrant recipe in the newest episode of Care Kitchen.

Watch beginning August 18:
https://www.youtube.com/

Individual nutrition needs can vary during treatment. Speak with your healthcare team or a registered dietitian about the foods and modifications that are appropriate for you.

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08/19/2026

“I’m Still Here.”
Those four words carry a powerful message of perseverance, presence and hope.
In the newest episode of Care Kitchen, Christine Wells joins Chef Gia Fazio to share part of her experience as a four-year pancreatic cancer survivor—and to introduce her newly released cookbook, “I’m Still Here.”
Together, they prepare Tropical Black Bean Soup with Mango Salsa while having an honest and inspiring conversation for patients, survivors, caregivers and everyone who loves them.
Watch the episode beginning August 18:
https://www.youtube.com/
📖 Purchase Christine’s cookbook:
https://store.bookbaby.com/book/im-still-here2
💜 Read Christine’s Warrior Story:
https://seenamagowitzfoundation.org/warrior/christine-wells-pancreatic-cancer-survivor/

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08/18/2026

A tropical twist, five minutes of prep and one inspiring survivor story.
Beginning August 18, four-year pancreatic cancer survivor Christine Wells joins Chef Gia Fazio in the Care Kitchen to make Tropical Black Bean Soup with Mango Salsa.
This colorful, comforting recipe combines black beans, sweet potato, bell pepper and warming spices with a fresh mango topping. It makes six servings perfect for enjoying now and saving for days when cooking feels difficult.
As they cook, Christine shares part of her pancreatic cancer journey and introduces her newly launched cookbook, “I’m Still Here.”
Watch beginning August 18 on our YouTube Channel SeenasCareKitchen

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