Cooking with Misty Copeland
The Challenge: Scallops with Hazelnut Romesco & Green Beans
"Cooking is my favorite thing to do outside of dancing. I could spend all day in the kitchen. I put on music, have a glass of wine and enjoy the process: the smells, the risks, the mistakes and recoveries. Lol!"
"I love cooking with spices—cumin, chili powder, red pepper flakes. I tend to take liberties with recipes and put my own spin on them. I added some paprika to the green beans, since it was also in the puree."
"I became a pescatarian about six years ago, so I don't eat chicken, red meat or pork. I have more energy without those things."
"Dinner is my favorite meal. During the day, I'm thinking about fueling my body for eight hours of rehearsal with small meals. So when I leave the studio, I'm excited to satisfy my taste buds and my stomach."
"The meal was delicious. It was a beautiful-looking dish and had a very bright Mediterranean flavor that is definitely missing from my repertoire."