These healthy pancakes are loaded with fruit and fibre. They’re a great start to your day! Pancakes1 1/2 cups quick oats1 tbsp baking powder1/2 tsp salt1/2 tsp cinnamon1/2 cup whole wheat flour1/2 cup white flour1 tbsp brown sugar2 cups milk2 eggs, beaten1/2 cup applesauce2 tbsp canola oil Combine oats, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, flours, and…
Cornmeal Tortillas
Forget to pick up tortillas at the grocery store? Don’t worry, you can make these in a pinch. They’re a crepe-style tortilla with cornmeal and whole-wheat flour. 1/2 cup cornmeal1 cup whole wheat flour1 egg2 cup water1/2 tsp. salt Cooking spray Whisk together the ingredients until combined. The batter should be fairly thin so it spreads better. Spray…
Vegetable Almond Pilaf
A simple rice pilaf made with celery, onion, carrots and almonds. It’s a great side dish or even a meal on its own. 2 tsp olive oil1 onion, diced1 clove crushed garlic1 stalk of celery, diced1 or 2 carrots, diced1 cup long-grain rice2 cups vegetable or chicken broth1/4 cup sliced almonds Heat oil in a deep skillet or…
Buttermilk Apple Cake
Apples coffee-cake with a gooey layer of brown sugar and cinnamon in the centre. It tastes so good, and it’s loaded with fibre! 1/4 cup butter, softened2/3 cup packed brown sugar1 1/2 cups buttermilk*1 cup all-purpose flour1 cup whole-wheat flour1 tbsp flaxseed meal1 tsp baking powder1 tsp baking soda2 tsp cinnamon1/2 tsp salt2 1/2 cups finely chopped apples (leave skin…
Banana Chocolate ‘Ice Cream’
This is the fastest, easiest and tastiest ice cream you’ll ever make, except it’s not actually ice cream at all- it’s bananas (shh, don’t tell the kids!). 4 frozen sliced bananas1 cup milk2 tbsp honey2 tbsp cocoa powder Toss all the ingredients in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Serve immediately.That’s it! I…
Oat Bran, Yogurt and Berry Muffins
These moist muffins are made with cholesterol-lowering oat bran and nutritious yogurt and fruit. They’re delicious! 3/4 cup oat bran1 cup whole-wheat flour1/3 cup granulated sugar1 tsp baking powder1 tsp baking soda1 1/2 cups low-fat vanilla or lemon yogurt1 egg1/4 cup vegetable oil1 cup fresh strawberries (chopped) or blueberries In a bowl, combine oat bran, flour, sugar,…
Kumara Soup and Cheesy Soda Bread
A kumara is what a sweet potato is called in New Zealand. This smooth and tasty soup is made with kumara and lentils. Serve with quick cheese soda bread for a delicious and easy meal. 2 tsp oil 1 onion, chopped 2 cups kumara (sweet potatoes or yams), chopped into 2-inch chunks 1 cup red lentils 1…
Easy Paella
This is a fast and simple recipe for paella with seafood and sausage. 3 fresh chorizo or Italian sausages1 onion, diced1 stalk celery, diced1 clove garlic, crushed1/2 tsp turmeric1/4 tsp marjoram3 cups chicken broth1 1/2 cups rice1 can diced tomatoes1 can baby clams, drained450g bag of raw shrimp/prawns, peeled and deveined1/2 cup frozen peas Remove sausage from…
No-Bake Chocolate Macaroons
Rolled oats and coconut in gooey chocolate. So easy to make; so good to eat! 6 tablespoons cocoa 1/2 cup butter 1/2 cup milk 1 cup sugar 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 2-1/2 cups oatmeal 1/4 cup wheat germ1/4 cup flaxseed meal1 cup shredded coconut Place cocoa, butter, milk and sugar in a saucepan. Heat at medium-high until boiling, stirring…
Yam Fries with Chipotle Dip
Baked sweet yams with a spicy chipotle sauce for dipping. Perfect as a side or snack. 3 large yams or sweet potatoes 2 tsp olive oil Seasoning salt to taste Wash and peel yams. Cut into sticks like fries. Mix with olive oil and seasoning salt until coated. Spread onto a greased baking sheet and…
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