Saturday, June 2, 2012

Low-Fat Lemon Yogurt Cake

3:04 PM

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Low-Fat Lemon Yogurt CakeINGREDIENTS: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1 cup plain low-fat yogurt (I used Stonyfield this time, but Greek yogurt also works) 1 cup sugar 1 whole large egg, 3 large egg whites 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest (2 lemons) 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1/3 to 1/2 cup vegetable oil For the glaze: 1 cup confectioners’ sugar Freshly squeezed lemon juice Limoncello (optional) DIRECTIONS: 1. Preheat the oven to 350° F. Grease and flour an 8 1/2 by 4 1/4 by 2 1/2-inch loaf pan. Line the bottom with parchment paper. 2. Measure the flour (scoop and level),...

1:54 PM

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Thai Coconut ChickenINGREDIENTS: 6-8 chicken thighs thinly sliced ½ cup chicken stock 2 tablespoons coconut cream 2 chilis thinly sliced 6 spring onions finely sliced 3 tablespoons peanut butter Oil for frying DIRECTIONS: In a pan over a high heat, seal the chicken slices in batches and set aside. Reduce the heat, add a little more oil and fry the chili and spring onions for about 1 or 2 minutes. Add back the chicken and toss to combine everything. Add the stock, coconut cream and peanut butter, stir well and allow to simmer for 5 or 6 minutes. Done! Serve with boiled ric...

12:45 PM

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Eggplant ParmigianaINGREDIENTS: 1 eggplant 1 clove garlic crushed 1 tin chopped peeled tomatoes Palm full of chopped fresh basil 1 cup grated mozzarella Parmesan for the topping (tablespoon or so) Olive oil Sugar DIRECTIONS: Cut the eggplant length ways about 1 cm thick. Stab each piece with a fork all over and rub olive oil onto both sides and place under the grill until slightly browned and soft on both sides. While these are cooking.. In a pot over a medium heat, add the garlic, tomatoes, basil and sugar and simmer gently for about 10 minutes. Top each piece of eggplant with some of the tomato sauce, cover with mozzarella and grate...

12:03 PM

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Crustless Spinach QuicheINGREDIENTS: 4 eggs 1 small onion, chopped 1 cup cottage cheese 1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen chopped Spinach, thawed and drained 3 Tbsp. grated Parmesan 1.5 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella (I used fresh since I had it) 3 Tbsp. butter (melted) 3 Tbsp. flour ½ tsp garlic powder 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes 1 tsp pepper ½ tsp kosher salt 2-4 dashes of hot sauce Preheat oven to 350 degrees DIRECTIONS: Mix together: eggs, onion, spinach, shredded cheese, cottage cheese, and Parmesan. Melt butter and stir in flour, garlic powder, salt, pepper, crushed red pepper and hot sauce. Add to...

11:11 AM

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Light Kale SoupINGREDIENTS: Serves 4-6 1/2 a large yellow onion, diced olive oil 2 or 3 carrots, peeled and sliced 1 large or 2 small Yukon gold potatoes(these are my preference, any potato can be used, really) 5/6 cups of vegetable stock around 4 big handfuls of coarsely chopped fresh kale salt, pepper, garlic to taste I also used a tablespoon or two of a McCormick vegetable seasoning,but this is optional. also optional - 2 cups of canned great northern beans (I didn’t have any in my pantry at the time, so the soup is pictured without them) DIRECTIONS: Start off by heating up a few table spoons of olive oil in a medium sized...

9:00 AM

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Brown-Butter Cranberry Tart with Hazelnut CrustCrust Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups all purpose flour 1/2 cup powdered sugar 1/4 cup hazelnuts 1/4 teaspoon salt 9 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes and chilled 1 large egg yolk 1-2 tablespoons ice-cold water Filling Ingredients: 1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter 1 vanilla bean, split, seeds scraped 3 large eggs 1 3/4 cups plus 1 tablespoon sugar 1 tablespoon lemon zest, grated 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 3 1/4 cups fresh or frozen cranberries 1/4 cup water DIRECTIONS: Make the Crust: Butter a 9-inch square tart pan with removable...

8:14 AM

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Chocolate-Chip PieINGREDIENTS: (vegan and gluten-free) 2 cans white beans or garbanzos (drained and rinsed well) (500g total, once drained) 1 cup quick oats (or certified-gf quick oats) 2 cups pitted dates (300g) (I recommend Sunmaid, as they’re softer and easier to blend.) 4 stevia packs, or 1/8 tsp uncut (or 4 tbsp sugar) 3/4 tsp salt 2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce 2/3 cup milk of choice 3 tbsp oil (canola, veg, or coconut) 1 tbsp pure vanilla extract 1 cup chocolate chips (see nutrition link below, for companies that make sugar-free chocolate.) DIRECTIONS: Preheat oven to 350 F, and grease a...

7:29 AM

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Black Bean ChiliINGREDIENTS: 1 tin black beans 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 onion, finely chopped 1 green pepper, finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1/2 tablespoon chili powder 1/2 tablespoon ground cumin 1/2 tablespoon dried oregano 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 2 pinches ground black pepper 1 14-ounce can diced organic tomatoes with their juice 1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest 1/2 cup fresh orange juice 1/4 cup medium-grain dried bulgur (I used quinoa) pinch salt 2 tablespoons spring onions (white and green parts), for garnish 2 tablespoons...

6:58 AM

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French Toast with Berries1. In a bowl - Mix: 2/3 cup of egg whites 2/3 cup of non fat skim milk 1 tsp. of sugar substitute (I use Spenda) 1 pinch of salt 2. Soak the bread in the egg-white mixture then drain excess liquid 3. Coast a nonstick skillet with cooking spray and place over medium-high heat. Cook bread until each side is golden brown. 4. Place teh french toast on a plate and top with: 1-2 tbsp. sugar free/ regular syrup 1/2 cup of berri...

Late Night Pasta

3:04 PM

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Late Night PastaINGREDIENTS: 6 oz spaghetti 4 slices bacon, cut into 1/4-1/2-inch pieces 3/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 cup chopped onion 1 small clove garlic, minced 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided 2 large eggs 1 tablespoon chopped flat-leaf parsley DIRECTIONS: Cook the spaghetti in a large pot of boiling salted water according to the package directions. Drain the pasta, reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking water. While the pasta cooks, add the bacon to a large skillet set over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the fat renders and the bacon is crisp. Add the onion and pepper...

2:51 PM

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Salad with Turkey, Tomatoes, Paprika and MushroomsINGREDIENTS: 1 portion of filet of turkey breast (100g) 1/2 large paprika 6 mushrooms 1 medium tomato 4 leaves iceberg lettuce 1 tbs balsamic vinegar 1 tbs olive oil 2 slices of pumpernickel bread Pinch of salt, curry DIRECTIONS: Turkey, cut into cubes, sprinkle with salt and curry powder. Fry in 1/2 tbs olive oil. The rest of the olive spread with peppers and mushrooms cut into strips. Bake in oven at 180C/356F for 10 minutes. Iceberg lettuce tear and spread on a plate. In the middle place the meat, mushrooms around the plate and place the tomato quarters. In the middle place paprika. Whole...

2:48 PM

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Cookie Dough Bites INGREDIENTS: Makes 2 dozen cookies 1 cup salted butter, softened 1½ cups packed light brown sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 cups flour 6 ounces miniature chocolate chips DIRECTIONS: Cream butter and sugar together. Add remaining ingredients and mix well — use your hands to get it together the best. Roll into 1-inch balls. Refrigerate until firm, about 30 minutes. Dip in chocolate, drizzle with chocolate or eat as is — equally delicious no matter what! Let stand at room temperature for about 10 minutes before serving. Store in the refrigerato...

1:17 PM

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Broccoli Cheese & Cracker CasseroleINGREDIENTS:3 pounds Broccoli Cut Into Florets 2 pounds Velveeta 1/2 cup Milk 1/4 cup Heavy Cream Salt And Black Pepper To Taste 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper (more For More Spice) 1 Tablespoon Dijon (optional) 3 whole (sleeves) Ritz Crackers DIRECTIONS:1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place crackers into a large ziploc bag and crush slightly, leaving some large chunks. Set aside. 2. Plunge broccoli into boiling water and allow to boil for 1 minute. Strain and set aside. Cut Velveeta into chunks. Throw into a large pot with milk, cream, salt, pepper, and cayenne. Melt, stirring occasionally, until totally...

1:02 PM

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Coconut Shrimp Noodle Salad INGREDIENTS: Serves 2 10 whole shrimp, peeled & de-veined ½ cup shredded coconut 1 egg white Sea salt to taste 8 ounces rice noodles [cooked per package instructions] 1 large purple carrot, julienne 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced 2 large radishes, julienne 2 handfuls mixed greens -or- chopped romaine ¼ cup fresh mint leaves ¼ cup Thai basil leaves ¼ cup fresh lime juice ¼ cup cane sugar 2 Tablespoons fish sauce ½ garlic clove, minced ½ teaspoon crushed chilies Mung bean -or- other kind of sprouts [optional] DIRECTIONS: Preheat oven to 350°F. 1. Coat shrimp with beaten egg white and coat with coconut. 2....

5:53 AM

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Easy Tahini Curried Carrot SaladINGREDIENTS: vegan, makes 5 cups 10 ounces julienne cut/matchstick carrots 1 cup organic Thompson Raisins 1/4 cup roasted pumpkin seeds 1/3 cup tahini 1-2 Tbsp Muchi Curry powder 1/4 cup lemon juice 2 Tbsp maple syrup 1/4 tsp fresh ground black pepper Optional: 1/2 tsp garlic powder dash of cayenne (for extra spicy salad) dash of sea salt on top 1 Tbsp nutritional yeast (or sprinkled over top) DIRECTIONS: 1. In a small bowl, combine the tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup, curry powder, black pepper, salt and garlic powder. Whisk well. 2. In a large mixing bowl add the carrots, raisins and pumpkin seeds. 3....

Guilt-Free Hummus

2:02 PM

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Guilt-Free HummusINGREDIENTS: 1 1/2c cooked or canned chickpeas, rinsed 1/4c nonfat plain yogurt 1t chopped parsley 1t minced garlic 1/4t ground cumin 1/4t ground cayenne pepper 1/4c fresh-squeezed lemon juice DIRECTIONS: In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, yogurt, parsley, garlic, cumin, cayenne pepper, and lemon juice. Process until well blended. Use immediately or refrigerate for up to 3 days. Serve with broccoli, jicama, celery, red and yellow peppers, raw green bea...

12:48 PM

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Cucumber Feta RollsINGREDIENTS: 2 cucumbers 6 ounces crumbled feta 3 tablespoons Greek yogurt 2 1/2 - 3 1/2 tablespoons finely diced sundried tomatoes or red bell pepper 8 - 12 pitted kalamata olives, roughly chopped 1 tablespoon roughly chopped dill or oregano 2 teaspoons lemon juice pinch of pepper, or to taste DIRECTIONS: Thinly slice the cucumbers longways on a mandoline at a 2mm thick setting. Alternatively, you can use a vegetable peeler if you do not have a mandoline. Lay the cucumbers on top of a paper towel lined cutting board while you prepare the filling. Add the feta and yogurt to a medium bowl. Mash to combine using...

12:31 PM

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Tofu Egg SaladINGREDIENTS: 1 14oz block firm tofu 2 medium dill pickles, minced 5 scallions, green part only, minced 5 celery stalks, 5 to 6 inches long, minced 1 garlic clove, minced 2 Tbsp pickle juice ⅓ c vegan mayonnaise or plain greek yogurt 2 Tbsp dijon mustard Kosher salt/ fresh ground black pepper to taste DIRECTIONS: Prepare tofu as directed on box (it must be very dry!) Cut tofu into rectangles, then quarters lengthwise, then cut into a small dice. In a medium bowl, combine the tofu and remaining ingredients. You can totally eat this on it’s own as a high protein snack, or add tomato and lettuce and throw the tofu salad...

12:19 PM

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Oreo BallsINGREDIENTS: 1 (16 ounce) package Oreo cookies, crushed 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened 1 (24 ounce) package white chocolate bark 1 (24 ounce) package chocolate bark DIRECTIONS: Using a blender or hand held mixer, mix Oreos and cream cheese together. Roll into walnut size balls. Chill for an hour. Melt approximately 3/4 package of white almond bark. Stick a toothpick in an Oreo ball and dip it in the melted white almond bark. Allow to harden on wax paper. Takes about 15 minute. While waiting, melt about 1/4 package of chocolate almond bark. When Oreo balls are no longer sticky to the touch, decorate with drizzles of chocolate...

9:49 AM

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Pineapple Upside-Down CakeIngredients for Topping: 1/2 medium pineapple, peeled, quartered lengthwise, and cored 3/4 stick unsalted butter 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar Ingredients for Batter: 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 3/4 cup spelt flour (can substitute whole wheat pastry flour) 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 3/4 stick unsalted butter, softened 1 cup granulated sugar 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 tablespoon dark rum or rum cream 1/2 cup unsweetened pineapple juice 2 tablespoons dark rum (or rum cream) for sprinkling over cake DIRECTIONS: Preheat oven to 350°F. Cut pineapple into 1/2-inch pieces. In a...

6:24 AM

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Buttermilk Mozzarella SticksINGREDIENTS: Serves 4 For the Mozzarella Sticks: 12 stick s of string cheese or 12 pieces of mozzarella cut into 4 x 1/2 inch sticks 1 1/2 cups panko-style breadcrumbs (or Progresso Italian-style Panko breadcrumbs) 4 teaspoons Italian seasoning 1/2 teaspoon table salt Freshly ground pepper to taste 4 eggs 1 cup of all-purpose flour Canola oil for frying For the Buttermilk Dip: 1/3 cup buttermilk 1/4 cup sour cream 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon or lime juice 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 1/2 teaspoons honey 2 tablespoons minced fresh basil 2 tablespoons minced green onions 2 tablespoons minced flat-leaf...

4:01 AM

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Balsamic Herb Salmon INGREDIENTS: 2 6 oz salmon fillets, skin removed 3 tbsp olive oil 2 tsp minced garlic 1 tbsp dried crushed sweet basil 2 tsp dried crushed parsley 1/8 tsp black pepper 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar 1/2 cup lemon juice DIRECTIONS: Soak salmon fillets in lemon juice for 5 minutes. Heat a skillet over medium high heat. Add oil and garlic to the skillet. Saute for 1 minute. Add pepper, basil, parsley, and balsamic vinegar to the skillet. Stir together. Add salmon fillets. Saute 5 minutes on each side or until fully cooke...

2:44 AM

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Icewine Marshmallows INGREDIENTS: 1 cup icewine 1/2 cup cold water 3 1/4 ounce envelopes gelatin 2 cups sugar 2/3 cup corn syrup 1/4 cup water 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon vanilla Confectioners’ sugar DIRECTIONS: Boil the icewine in a small saucepan for about 10 to 15 minutes, until reduced to a thick syrup. There should be about a 1/4 cup of syrup left. Pour the 1/2 cup of cold water into the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment. Sprinkle the gelatin over the water and let it stand for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, mix the sugar, corn syrup, remaining water, and the icewine syrup. Bring to a boil and cook until the sugar reaches...

Ranchero Breakfast Burritos

3:45 PM

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Ranchero Breakfast BurritosINGREDIENTS: Serves 6+ 1 sweet potato, peeled and diced (about 1″ pieces) 1 russet potato, peeled and diced (about 1″ pieces) 1 onion, diced (about 1″ pieces) 1 red bell pepper, diced (about 1″ pieces) 8oz mushrooms, quartered 1/2 tsp garlic powder 1/2 tsp onion powder 1/2 tsp smoked paprika pinch cayenne pepper 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed 8 eggs 3-4 Tbsp milk salt and pepper, to taste olive oil tortillas grated cheese cilantro salsa DIRECTIONS:In a small bowl, toss sweet potato, potato, onion, bell pepper, and mushrooms with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne, and a good healthy pinch...

3:21 PM

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“Oatmeal” Minus the OatsINGREDIENTS: 1/4 cup chopped walnuts 1-2 tbsp ground flaxseed 1 tsp ground cinnamon 1 banana, mashed 3/4 cup liquid egg whites (or 3 egg whites) 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (add more if desired) 1/2 tsp vanilla extract DIRECTIONS: Whisk together egg whites and almond milk and then stir in walnuts, ground flax, banana, vanilla extract, and cinnamon; blend well. In a medium saucepan, warm the mixture on the stove, stirring frequently, until the “oatmeal” reaches the desired consistency; this should only take a few minutes. Top with berries, nut butter, seeds, or whatever else your little heart desire...

3:04 PM

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Pumpkin Tofu Curry INGREDIENTS: serves 4 with rice 3 tablespoons virgin coconut oil, ghee or rice bran oil 1 teaspoon black mustard seeds 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 2 stems curry leaves, leaves picked and stems discarded 500g pumpkin (butternut, crown, Japanese or Queensland blue), peeled, seeded, cut into 1cm cubes (approx 2-3 cups once diced) 320g packet of extra firm tofu, cut into 1cm cubes 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 teaspoon garam masala 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1-2 long red Thai chillies, seeded and finely chopped sea salt, to taste juice 1/2 lemon, plus wedges to serve 1/2 cup...

1:47 PM

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Mushroom Quinoa RisottoINGREDIENTS: 1-2 tablespoons cooking oil (I used grapeseed, you can use canola) 1 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained 1½ – 2 cups rich chicken or vegetable stock 1 bay leaf a couple sprigs of fresh thyme salt another 1-2 tablespoons cooking oil 1 small onion, very finely chopped 2-3 garlic cloves, minced 1 cup brown cremini mushrooms, washed and sliced 1 cup shiitake mushrooms, washed and sliced 1 cup oyster mushrooms, washed and sliced ½ cup dry white wine ¼ to ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese chopped fresh parsley for garnish DIRECTIONS:Heat cooking oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the quinoa and toast,...

1:14 PM

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Banana Cupcakes with Peanut Butter FrostingINGREDIENTS: 1¼ cups / 300 ml whole wheat pastry flour 2 Tbsp / 30 ml finely ground potato flour 2 Tbsp / 30 ml flax meal or ground flaxseed ½ tsp / 2.5 ml baking soda ¼ tsp / 1.25 ml baking powder ¼ tsp / 1.25 ml sea salt 3 Tbsp / 45 ml virgin coconut oil, melted ¼ cup / 60 ml Sucanat or other unrefined sugar ¾ cup / 180 ml low-fat milk or plain, unsweetened soy or almond milk 1 cup / 240 ml mashed very ripe bananas, about 3 large Peanut Butter Yogurt Frosting ¼ cup / 60 ml all-natural peanut butter, sugar and salt free ½ cup / 120 ml Yogurt Cheese* 2 Tbsp / 30 ml pure honey ½ tsp / 2.5 ml pure vanilla...

12:36 PM

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Roast Pork Loin with Potatoes and Fresh SaladINGREDIENTS: Preparation time: 60 minutes 1 piece of pork loin (120g) 2 medium potatoes 1/2 small onion 1/2 small red paprika 1/2 small apple 1 tsp olive oil 1 glass of grape juice pepper, salt, marjoram, cayenne pepper and granulated garlic to season DIRECTIONS: Wash the meat, cut out fat. Cut into slices of 1-1,5cm. Rub the meat in the seasoning (pepper, salt, marjoram, cayenne pepper and granulated garlic). Place it in the fridge for 20 minutes. Wrap the meat in the kitchen foil and roast in the oven at 180C/356F for an hour. Wash and peel potatoes, then boil with a pinch of salt. Salad:...

10:14 AM

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Orange Spiced Creme BruleeINGREDIENTS: 1 pot of double cream 1/4 cup of milk 2 egg yolks 4 tbsp white sugar 2 tsp vanilla extract pinch of salt 2 tsp orange zest 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon pinch of ground nutmeg 4-6 tbsp light brown sugar to top DIRECTIONS: Preheat oven to 120C. Combine the milk & cream in a saucepan, & boil. In a medium sized bowl, whisk the egg yolks, white sugar, vanilla, orange rind, cinnamon, nutmeg & salt so it mixes. Add a little bit of the hot cream mixture to bowl and whisk, slowly add the rest of the hot cream mixture whilst continually mixing. Make sure there are no bubbles in the mixture...

7:58 AM

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Chicken SouvlakiINGREDIENTS: Serves 6 1/2 cup olive oil 1/4 cup lemon juice 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 4 cloves garlic, minced salt and pepper 1 teaspoon dried oregano, or 1 Tablespoon chopped fresh oregano 3 boneless chicken breasts, cut into chunks 2 green peppers, cut into large chunks 1 red onion, cut into large chunks 8 ounces fresh button mushrooms 12 wooden skewers DIRECTIONS: Combine the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic and oregano in a large bowl and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Add chicken and marinate in the refrigerator for 3-4 hours. While the chicken is marinating, soak...

7:44 AM

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Grilled Steak & Papaya SaladINGREDIENTS: 4 cloves garlic, chopped 1 Thai bird chile, chopped 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice 2 to 3 tablespoons honey 1/4 cup peanut oil 1 1/2 pounds beef tenderloin Salt and freshly ground pepper Papaya Dressing, recipe follows DIRECTIONS: Place garlic, chile, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, and oil in a mini food processor and process until smooth. Place beef in a small baking dish, pour the marinade over, and turn to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 1 hour. Preheat the grill to medium-high. Remove the beef from the marinade and season it with salt and pepper....

2:40 AM

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Moules Marinieres (Mussels in White Wine or Fisherman’s Style Mussels)INGREDIENTS: 1 tbs extra virgin olive oil 8 shallots, finely chopped 4 garlic cloves, crushed 1/2 cup (125ml) dry white wine 1/2 cup (125ml) fish stock 2kg black mussels, scrubbed, debearded 50g butter 2 tbs thickened cream 1/2 cup coarsely chopped flat-leaf parsley French fries and crusty bread, to serve DIRECTIONS: Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the shallots and cook, stirring occasionally, for 3-4 minutes or until soft. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute or until aromatic. Add the wine and stock. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally,...

2:17 AM

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No-Bake Energy Bites RecipeINGREDIENTS: Makes about 20-25 balls. 1 cup (dry) oatmeal (I used old-fashioned oats) 2/3 cup toasted coconut flakes 1/2 cup peanut butter 1/2 cup ground flaxseed or wheat germ 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional) 1/3 cup honey 1 tsp. vanilla DIRECTIONS: Stir all ingredients together in a medium bowl until thoroughly mixed. Let chill in the refrigerator for half an hour. Once chilled, roll into balls of whatever size you would like. (Mine were about 1″ in diameter.) Store in an airtight container and keep refrigerated for up to 1 we...

1:40 AM

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Banana and Coconut Mini Protein MuffinsINGREDIENTS: Makes 6 1/2 cup almond meal (flour or ground almonds) 1 scoop protein powder (I used unflavoured casein for this recipe, WPI works too) 1/4 cup dessicated coconut 1-2 egg whites 1/2 mashed banana 1 tbs stevia 1 tsp vanilla essence 1/4 cup macadamia nut oil 1/4 cup light coconut milk DIRECTIONS: Heat your oven to around 180C and grease a muffin-tin with a little bit of oil. Combine all dry ingredients in a bowl, almond meal, protein, dessicated coconut and stevia and mix well Add all wet ingredients to the same bowl, and fold through till well combined. (Here is the point you may need to add...

Walnut Miso Butter with Sliced Radish and Radish Greens

3:45 PM

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Walnut Miso Butter with Sliced Radish and Radish GreensINGREDIENTS: 3 T White Miso (room temp) 6 T Unsalted Butter (room temp) Handful of Toasted Walnuts 2 T Champagne Vinegar 4-6 Thinly Sliced Radishes Handful of Radish Greens Baguette DIRECTIONS: 1. In food processor mix up the butter, miso and walnuts 2. Gently heat the Champagne Vinegar in a small sauce pan and slowly pur it in the butter mixture until desired consistency. 3. Thinly slice radishes 4. Slice baguette Assemble the baguette by spreading about a teaspoon of the miso mixture, top with sliced radishes and radish gree...

2:48 PM

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Chicken Wraps With Mango, Basil, and MintINGREDIENTS: Serves 4 For the Chicken 1 garlic clove 1/2 shallot 1/4 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon Freshly ground pepper 2 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (about 12 ounces total) For the dressing 1/2 shallot 1/2 mango, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces 2 teaspoons fresh lime juice Pinch of cayenne pepper For assembling 4 lavash breads (3 1/2 ounces each) 1/2 mango, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch-thick spears 8 fresh basil leaves 8 fresh mint leaves DIRECTIONS: Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Make...

2:22 PM

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Stuffed Avocado with Chipotle MayoINGREDIENTS: 3 Avocados Chipotle Mayo (See recipe below) 1 cup Jicama, diced 1/2 cup Celery, diced 1 1/2 cups Cherry Tomatoes, chopped 1 cup Sunflower Seeds 1/4 cup Cilantro, chopped 1/2 cup Red Onion, diced 2 cups Sunflower Sprouts (optional) DIRECTIONS: Make chipotle mayo (see recipe below) and set aside. Slice avocados in half, remove pit and set aside. Combine diced jicama, celery, cherry tomatoes, sunflower seeds, cilantro and chopped onion. Stir in 1/2 to 1 cup of the chipotle mayo, as desired. Spoon into avocado halves and place on a bed of sprouts to serve. Makes six servings. Chipotle Mayo 1...

1:58 PM

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Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Dessert HummusINGREDIENTS: 1 (15 ounce) can white kidney (cannellini) beans, drained and thoroughly rinsed 1/4 cup smooth natural peanut butter 1/3 cup pure maple syrup 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips DIRECTIONS: Combine the beans, peanut butter, maple syrup and vanilla in the bowl of a food processor. Process until smooth – try to make sure the beans are fully pureed. This took me about two full minutes. Transfer to a bowl and fold in chocolate chips. Serve with apple slices, graham crackers, and/or carrot...

1:33 PM

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Lobster Tail - Citrus SpiceINGREDIENTS: lobster tail raw butter (just enough to spread on the tail) 1 chilli 1 clove of grated/crushed garlic splash of orange juice splash of lime juice small pinch of ground ginger lime zest DIRECTIONS: Boil the lobster tail in water for about 5 minutes. In a small bowl, add 1 chopped chilli, the crushed/grated garlic, the orange juice, the lime juice & the ginger. Mix well. Once the lobster is done, half it so you are splitting the tail down the centre. Lightly spread some butter on the flesh side of the tails & then brush the sauce over them. Put them in the oven to grill for about 4 minutes...

10:53 AM

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Blackberry Slump RecipePrep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 30 minutes INGREDIENTS: Dumplings: 1 cup all purpose flour 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 Tbsp sugar 2 Tbsp butter 1/3 cup whole milk Berries: 4 cups fresh or frozen (defrosted and drained) blackberries 1/2 to 3/4 cup sugar (depending on how sweet your berries and how sweet you would like your slump to be) 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon lemon zest 1/3 cup water Whipping cream or vanilla ice cream for topping DIRECTIONS: In a medium sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Cut the butter into...

9:52 AM

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Tofu and Winter Greens Stir FryINGREDIENTS: 100g rice noodles 340g tofu 200g kale or winter greens 4 tbsp ketjap (kecap) manis (sweet Indonesian soy sauce) 1-2 tbsp chili paste or sauce sesame oil 3cm piece root ginger (shredded) 2 garlic cloves (sliced) 1 lime (halved the serve) DIRECTIONS: Put the noodles and kale in a large bowl with boiling water and leave to sit for 5 minutes until soft. Drain and rinse in cold water. Drain the tofu on paper towels and weight down with a plate for 10 minutes to remove any excess moisture. Cut into 4cm pieces. Mix the ketchup manis and the chilli paste together. Heat a large non-stick...

Moroccan Stuffed Tomatoes

3:53 PM

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Moroccan Stuffed TomatoesINGREDIENTS: 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus additional for brushing baking dish 6 medium ripe vine tomatoes, tops sliced off and seeds removed Sea salt 1 medium onion, very thinly sliced 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 pound firm medium zucchini, trimmed and grated 3 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro 1/3 teaspoon chile flakes, or to taste 3 tablespoons toasted shelled pistachios. DIRECTIONS:Heat the oven to 350 degrees. Brush a baking dish, large enough to hold the tomatoes snugly, with a little olive oil. Arrange the tomatoes in the dish, cut side up, and sprinkle lightly with salt. Place a large frying pan...

3:27 PM

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Avocado Corn SalsaINGREDIENTS: 2 Tbsp olive oil 1 cup corn kernels 1/2 red onion, chopped 1 jalapeno, minced 1 green bell pepper, chopped 1 avocado 1 tomato, chopped juice of 1 lime 1 tsp. maple syrup 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 tsp. cumin salt and pepper to taste Makes one medium bowl, serving size pictured. DIRECTIONS: Heat oil in medium size skillet over medium heat. Add corn, onion, jalapeno, and bell pepper. Cook until onions softened and corn browned. In a serving bowl mash the avocado and add the tomato. Once cooked veggies have cooled, add to the bowl. Combine with lime juice, maple syrup, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper. Serve...

3:20 PM

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Grilled Margarita ChickenINGREDIENTS: zest from one lime 1/3 cup fresh lime juice, from about 4 limes 1/4 cup olive oil 2 tablespoons tequila, optional 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped 2 cloves garlic, mashed 1 teaspoon chile powder pinch salt and pepper 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, 6-8 DIRECTIONS: Place all ingredients, except for the chicken, in a gallon-sized zip top plastic bag. Squish to combine. Add chicken, seal bag, and turn to coat. Refrigerate for one hour or overnight. Coat grill pan (or grill) with cooking spray. Heat pan (or grill) to medium-high. Cook chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side, turning...

12:39 PM

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Chicken and Blueberry Pasta SaladINGREDIENTS: 1 pound(s) boneless, skinless chicken breast 8 ounce(s) whole-wheat fusilli or radiatore 3 tablespoon(s) extra-virgin olive oil 1 large shallot 1/3 cup(s) reduced-sodium chicken broth 1/3 cup(s) crumbled feta cheese 3 tablespoon(s) lime juice 1 cup(s) fresh blueberries 1 tablespoon(s) chopped fresh thyme 1 teaspoon(s) freshly grated lime zest 1/4 teaspoon(s) salt DIRECTIONS: Place chicken in a skillet or saucepan and add enough water to cover; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low and simmer gently until cooked through and no longer pink...

11:59 AM

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Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal SquaresINGREDIENTS: 1 1/2 cups quick cooking oats (old fashioned oats can be used as well) 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup milk 1 large egg, lightly beaten 1 large mashed banana 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter DIRECTIONS: Mix together the quick cooking oats, light brown sugar, baking powder, kosher salt and ground cinnamon. Add in the vanilla extract, milk and egg. Mix the ingredients together. Then add in the mashed banana and peanut butter.Combine...

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Roast Chicken and PotatoesINGREDIENTS: 8 medium to large crimani mushrooms, stems removed 2-3 pounds red, new potatoes 1 whole chicken, cut up 3-4 sprigs fresh rosemary, stems removed and chopped 1 cup olive oil 2-3 lemons Salt and pepper (course kosher salt preferred) A large, shallow roasting pan with a rack that will lay flat. This is important. Without the rack the potatoes just stew in the pan drippings instead of roasting. DIRECTIONS: Preheat the oven to 300 degrees. In a large bowl combine the olive oil and rosemary. Roll the mushroom caps around in the olive oil to coat; arrange them upside-down in the middle of the rack which is...

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