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…
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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…
Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies
Wholesome oats and yummy peanut butter combine to make one delicious cookie. 1/2 cup peanut butter1/2 cup butter1 cup brown sugar1 egg1/2 tsp vanilla3/4 cup all-purpose flour3/4 cup rolled oats1/2 tsp baking soda1/2 cup chocolate chips or raisins Cream butter and peanut butter. Add sugar, egg and vanilla. Beat until smooth. Add flour and baking soda; mix….
The Loin King
Pork roast marinated in a sweet and tangy sauce. Recipe from Eat, Shrink & Be Merry: Great-tasting Food That Won’t Go from Your Lips to Your Hips! 1/4 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup ketchup 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar 2 tbsp oilive oil 1 tbsp soy sauce 1 clove garlic, crushed 1 tsp curry powder…
Pineapple Carrot Cake
A moist and delicious carrot cake with no added sugar. 1 cup pitted dates 1 cup unsweetened apple juice1 cup raisins 1/4 cup butter 1 cups whole wheat flour 1 cup all-purpose flour2 tbsp flaxseed meal1 tsp cinnamon1/2 tsp nutmeg1 tsp. baking soda 2 eggs 1 tsp. vanilla 1 cup unsweetened crushed pineapple 1 cup unsweetened…
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