Full of power

Substance. That’s what makes author Gena Hamshaw’s work so special. Spend even a few minutes on her blog, The Full Helping, and you’ll see what we mean. Whether she’s sharing a recipe, a new study on food and health or a gentle reflection on life’s harder edges, she brings a lot more to the table than good food.

Of course, good food is the primary focus—and for proof of just how good, look no further than her latest cookbook, Power Plates. It’s full of nutritionally sound plates (and bowls!) of plant-based tastiness. Every dish balances the macronutrients you need in an easy, math- and stress-free way.

In short: This is a cookbook we are definitely here for. To prove it, we’re sharing three of our fave recipes from it. We’re also sharing some of Gena’s nutritional insights—because they, like her food, have a whole lot of substance to them.