I think there are never too many ideas for tasty, nutritious lunches that can be made quickly or made ahead. If your days are as busy as mine, you will appreciate this recipe. Eggplant makes these roll ups especially tasty and filling. Combined with lots of protein and healthy fats, this lunch will keep you happy until dinnertime, no matter how busy you get.
Author: chefalice
This Asian revamp combines sweet potato and hints of ginger.
My family likes a chilli and I love this version with lots of veggies. You can make it as spicy, or not, as you like and non-vegetarians can enjoy a slice of cornbread too. Sooooo delish!
Last summer Curtis fenced in our front yard and dug up the grass in preparation for planting a large food garden. Because we live in a natural setting, we needed the fence to keep out deer and deter the bears. When my first planting of squash seeds didn’t grow, I planted another batch. Then I decided that growing squash down the retaining wall at the back of our home might also be nice (which it was!). Then, to my surprise, all three batches of squash seeds grew into a wide variety of gorgeous organic squashes. So I began creating new…
There is nothing like a good old-fashioned apple crumble pie, so we wanted to create a gluten-free, sugar-free version for this book. You can use any type of apples, but in our opinion slightly tart varieties with low a glycemic load, such as Granny Smith or pippins, yield the best results. Denene has found that Fuji apples, for example, contain too much sugar for some diabetics. You can peel the apples if you like, but we recommend leaving the peel on for added nutrients and fiber. This pie is delicious on its own, but even better with sugar-free vanilla ice…
Combining unsweetened cocoa with coffee enhances the chocolate flavor of this moist, fudgy cake. The mocha sauce collects in the bottom of the cooked cake and becomes partially absorbed as the cake cools, leaving a puddinglike layer on the bottom.
These rich and sugary little squares pop up at potluck family functions and church basements everywhere. Originally from Nanaimo, British Columbia, this bar is steeped in mystery and intrigue. Some say it was a housewife who first submitted the recipe for publication in the 1950s. Others say it dates back to the 1930s or even the 1800s. Whatever the origins, it’s ours now!
Turmeric milk has been a favorite in India for years, and for good reason. The spice is a powerful anti-inflammatory, and it can relieve cold and flu symptoms and settle the stomach. This magical, healing drink is also a fabulous way to relax and calm the body, and assist with sleep. Oh, and did I mention that this blend is just plain yummy? It’s my ultimate bedtime comfort food.