The COVID-19 pandemic has made eating in an everyday occurrence across the country, but for cancer patients who often have unique nutritional needs, at-home meal preparations can be particularly challenging. Fortunately, culinary experts at the OSUCCC – James are here to help with tips and easy-to-prepare recipes that can help cancer patients and caregivers get the most out of their homemade meals and snacks. “In The James Instructional Kitchen, we work with patients, outpatients and caregivers on personalized nutrition education plans,” says chef Stephanie Urrutia, RD, LD, a senior culinary educator at the OSUCCC – James. “We focus on high-protein, high-calorie and easy-to-eat recipes, and provide information tailored to the patients’ diagnoses.  Today’s Recipe: Loaded Corn Bread  Loaded Corn Bread is a nutrient-dense lunch or snack. Turkey provides lean protein with a mild flavor, cranberries are rich in antioxidants, onions have many immune-boosting properties, and corn is sweet and high in fiber. Turkey has many B vitamins, is low in fat and high in protein, and contains many minerals. It’s a filling, protein-rich addition to the diet. Cranberries are high in vitamin C, manganese, vitamin E and fiber. They also contain quercetin, which is a strong polyphenol and antioxidant. Onions are a part of the allium family of vegetables with many immune-boosting properties. Onions are high in vitamin C, vitamin B, potassium and fiber. Vitamin C is a strong antioxidant that assists with immune health and tissue repair, and helps protect against cell damage. As always, it’s important to remember that safe preparation and handling of foods is the most important factor for food preparation to make sure that you have lowered the risk for introducing foodborne illnesses, bacteria and viruses into your body. Ingredients 2 cups corn bread mix 1 teaspoon salt ⅓ cup butter, melted 1 cup milk 1 egg ½ cup corn kernels 1 cup turkey ¼ cup cranberries ½ cup scallions or onions