In honor of the State of the Union speech, I’ve prepared two dishes that highlight my food philosophy: Blend and Balance. I’d like to share my proposal for blending and balancing: Nothing is off limits. You simply balance the different foods/dishes/recipes. Craving a high-fat dessert like my Bipartisan Shortbread Bars? No problem. Just serve a lean protein-rich entrée, like my incredibly nutrient-rich Hearty Bean & Beef Chili to balance it. How does this stack up according to the My Plate ...