Haley McNamara - The Takeout

Location

Colorado

School

Metropolitan State University of Denver, Vegan Fusion Academy

Expertise

Plant-Based cuisine, Instructing nutrition & cooking, Grocery shopping

The key to Haley's heart is a shopping spree at Whole Foods Market followed by a slice (or four) of their vegan pizza.
She's a cold-brew connoisseur — spoiler alert: the best is from a popular department store.
Her Kitchen Aid ice cream maker attachment is by far one of her most used cooking gadgets.

Experience

Ever since Haley was old enough to work, all of her work experience has involved food of some sort. While in college, Haley scripted, produced, and hosted her own plant-based cooking show on campus that was broadcast locally in Denver. She's worked as a brand ambassador for several reputable health food startups, where she helped market and advertise their products that have now taken over social media. Haley's most recent endeavor, and also one of her favorite endeavors so far, has been teaching elementary school students how to cook, nourish their bodies, and appreciate food.

Education

Haley earned her bachelor's degree in speech communication with a concentration in television broadcasting and a minor in nutrition from Metropolitan State University of Denver. She leveled up her passion for health and cooking by earning a plant-based chef certification under the American Culinary Federation, where she was taught both classic and plant-based culinary techniques by vegetarian hall-of-fame chef Mark Reinfeld via his Vegan Fusion Academy.

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Stories By Haley McNamara

Does Safeway Still Do Customer Appreciation Day?

Grocery stores often try to find ways to give back to their customer base and Safeway is no different, but does the store still do Customer Appreciation Day?
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Why You Should Think Twice Before Eating Raw Green Beans

Eating produce raw has become somewhat in vogue lately, but green beans are one ingredient you'll want to think twice about before you consume them raw.
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Bananas Were Originally Eaten Like Vegetables (Yes, Seriously)

Bananas didn't always taste so sweet and seedless. Before they went mainstream as a snack, tough, seed-filled bananas were cooked and eaten like vegetables.
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The Dairy-Free Trader Joe's Coffee Creamer That's Become A Fan Favorite

This dairy-free Trader Joe's creamer for your morning coffee has become a cult favorite thanks to its rich taste, creamy texture, and wallet-friendly price.
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Never Use This Kitchen Tool For Pizza Dough, Even Though It Seems Correct

Pizza dough needs to be handled a certain way if you want it to turn out the right way which is why this common kitchen tool is secretly your worst enemy.
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Why Walmart's Ice Cream Sandwiches Never Seem To Melt

Discover why Walmart's ice cream sandwiches hold their shape and resist melting longer, and the ingredients that keep these products fresh in the freezer.
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Give Your Breakfast A Major Protein Boost With This Aldi Pancake Mix

If you're sick of eggs, turkey bacon, and Greek yogurt for breakfast but still want a hit of protein, look no further than this pancake mix from Aldi.
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Trying A New Recipe For Christmas? Here's The Best Approach To Minimize Failure

Christmas is a time for food, which may give you the motivation to try something new. If that's you, here's how to minimize the risk of ruining dinner.
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Froth Your Favorite Flavored Coffee Creamer Even If You Don't Have The Proper Tools

Don't have a steam wand or a handheld frother to create thick and silky foam for your coffees? No problem! You can still foam your creamer within seconds.
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The Strict Rules Olive Garden Follows When Handling Food Allergies

If you're one of many people who suffer from food allergies, you know how hard dining out can be. There may be less to worry about at Olive Garden.
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This Chef-Favorite Vegetable Didn't Exist Until 1993

This chef-favorite vegetable didn't exist until 1993, created by crossbreeding two popular veggies. Today, it remains a staple on menus and in grocery stores.
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The Key To Making Vegan Ice Cream At Home (With No Fancy Tools)

You don't need fancy tools to make rich and creamy vegan ice cream at home. Create perfect scoops using this technique for smooth, plant-based frozen desserts.
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Give Sweet Potatoes An Extra Hit Of Flavor With This Baking Staple

Sweet potatoes are always deserving of a spot on the dining table, but they fly up the ranks when made up with this special baking staple for a flavor boost.
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The Hidden Risk Of Sampling Berries At The Grocery Store

It can be tempting to sample a berry at the grocery store to avoid buying a bad batch, but there are several reasons you'll want to wait until they're washed.
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Why You Should Add Salad Dressing To The Bowl First

Building a salad starting with the dressing on the bottom? Adding salad dressing to the bowl first leads to big flavor, leaving no lettuce leaf behind.
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What Makes Dave's Killer White Bread Different From The Rest

White bread is synonymous with bland and ordinary — unless it happens to be Dave’s Killer White Bread. Discover how the brand remade what white bread could be.
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Simmer Quinoa With This Canned Ingredient For A Subtly Sweet Flavor

Swap out the water, and simmer your quinoa with this canned ingredient to infuse sweet or savory quinoa dishes with a hint of sweet, irresistible flavor.
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The Organic Food Myth You Need To Stop Believing About Aldi

Aldi has built a global brand by offering goods at a shockingly inexpensive price, but that doesn't mean the chain excludes organic goods from its offerings.
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This Is How Much Dressing You Need Per Salad Serving

Salad is nothing without some salad dressing, but it's not always easy to figure out how much dressing you need; especially if you're hosting a dinner.
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The Flavor-Enhancing Step To Give Bananas Before Making Bread For A Show-Stopping Loaf

Turn bleh-nana bread into a show-stopper with this flavor-boosting step that adds rich, buttery sweetness to your bananas, for the most tender banana bread.
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Why You Should Avoid Using Parchment Paper When Roasting Vegetables

Even if you did everything right, sometimes your roasted vegetables come out underwhelming. The problem might be your parchment paper, according to an expert.
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The Worst Store-Bought Cold Brew Is An Overpriced Mess

There have been so many great developments in the coffee space, including grab and go cans of cold brew. This can should be avoided at all costs.
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Why It's So Hard To Make Whipped Cream With Non-Dairy Milk (And How To Fix It)

For those who can't have dairy, there is still a way to make whipped cream with non-dairy milk. And there's one small trick to making it work.
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Don't Stock Up On Frozen Vegetables Before Considering This

It's always good to have vegetables in your freezer, but is there such a thing as too many frozen vegetables? Before stocking up, consider this dilemma.
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Upgrade The Flavor Of Any Soup With This Single Ingredient

Whether you've made soup from scratch or opened a can, there's a way to make it taste even more savory. All you need to do is add this nutritious ingredient.
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Keep Your Fridge Clean With This Cheap But Chic Dollar Tree Find

If your refrigerator is regularly the victim of spills and messes, this cheap and easy fridge hack from Dollar Tree can help keep it clean and tidy.
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Why You Can't Use WIC Benefits At Aldi Stores

WIC Benefits offer a nutritious helping hand to women, infants, and children, but they can't be used at Aldi because the grocer doesn't fit their requirements.
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