These pinwheels by Weelicious are just what you need when you’re eating on the go. Recipe at http://weelicious.com/2010/07/12/pizza-pinwheels/ We were meeting some friends at the beach one evening for a picnic. I had been wanting to make these pinwheels as soon as I saw them on the Weelicious website, and I figured this was the perfect opportunity….
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Cinnamon Raisin Granola Bars
These low-fat chewy granola bars are so quick to make and they taste great! 1/2 cup unsweetened apple sauce1/4 cup maple syrup1 egg2 Tbsp ground flaxseed2 cups old-fashioned oats1 cup whole wheat flour1 tsp cinnamon1/2 tsp baking soda1/2 cup raisins In a small bowl, combine apple sauce, maple syrup and egg. In a larger bowl, combine dry ingredients,…
Black Bean Brownies
These brownies are vegan, gluten-free and low-fat, but still full of fudgy chocolately goodness! 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed 2 whole bananas 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa 1 tbsp cinnamon 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 cup quick-cooking oats Instructions:Preheat oven to 350F. Grease a 9×9″ pan and set…
Homemade Popsicles
Here are a couple of really simple and healthy popsicles that are sure to be a hit with young and old alike. Tropical Yogurt Pops 1 tub of vanilla yogurt 1 frozen can of mango juice concentrate 1 banana Mix ingredient in blender and blend until smooth. Pour into popsicle molds and place in freezer….
The Easiest Peanut Butter Cookies Ever
These cookies are so simple to make that you’ll swear you’re forgetting something. 1 cup peanut butter1 egg1/3 cup sugar1/4 cup chocolate chips or raisins (optional) Preheat oven to 325F. Combine ingredients and roll into small balls. Place on a cookie sheet and flatten with a fork. Bake for 10 minutes. I found this recipe on the…
French Toast Pancakes
Can’t decide whether to have pancakes or french toast for breakfast? Have them both! 3 slices bread3 eggs1 tsp vanilla 1/2 tsp cinnamon3 tbsp milk Combine ingredients in a blender and mix until smooth. Cook the batter as you would for pancakes.Makes about 6 pancakes. Cole had a lot of fun making these with me, and…
Bread-Machine Banana Loaf
A simple and delicious banana bread baked right in your bread machine. 1 tbsp lemon juice1/4 cup (minus 1 tbsp) milk2/3 cup sugar1/3 cup butter or margarine2 medium ripe bananas, mashed1 cup all-purpose flour1 cup whole wheat flour1 tbsp flaxseed meal1 tsp baking powder1/2 tsp baking soda1/2 tsp salt Combine lemon juice and milk in a measuring…
Mish-Mash Pancakes
These pancakes are a big mish-mash of ingredients I happened to have on hand one Saturday morning. The result was some really delicious pancakes! 1 cup whole wheat flour2 tbsp flaxseed meal1/2 tbsp baking powder1 tbsp sugar1/4 tsp cinnamon1 cup buttermilk2 eggs1/4 cup applesauce1/4 cup cottage cheese1/2 of a banana, mashed1/2 tsp tsp vanilla Combine flour,…
Rice and Cheese Treasures
Balls of rice with a hidden treasure of ooey-gooey cheese in the middle. They’re fast, easy, and kids love them. Click here for this recipe, from Weelicious. I haven’t altered it in any way from the original recipe so I won’t reprint it here. It’s perfect just the way it is. I used brown rice that I had left over from…
Baked Zucchini Sticks
A healthier baked version of the classic fried zucchini sticks. 2 zucchini2 eggs1 cup panko breadcrumbs1/3 cup parmesan cheese1/4 tsp garlic powderdash of salt and pepperCooking spray Cut zucchini into sticks, careful not to make them too thin or they will get mushy when baked. Lightly beat eggs in one bowl, then combine remaining ingredients…
Food and Whine 