Breakfast Cookies
Great for a quick snack on the run or to pack for a road trip this summer. 1 ripe medium banana, mashed 1 cup quinoa flakes or quick oats 1 cup hemp hearts 1 cup almond or other nut/seed butter 1/4 cup maple syrup or …
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Recipes to Inspire
Rhubarb Squares
Rhubarb Squares From the new Thirteen Moons cookbook, a family favorite shared with by my mom, Elaine, who always has many great dessert recipes. Carnation milk was a favorite of her mom, our Nanny, bringing back …
Thai Salad
This salad is an adaptation of a recipe shared by my good friend Tara. Recently, napa cabbage has been touted as one of the most nutritious greens. It is delicious raw in a salad or sauteed lightly in a stir-fry. Yield: 4 servings Dressing: 2 …
Black Bean Brownies
No one ever guesses that these brownies contain black beans; however, once they know, people are suspicious when I serve dark desserts. Yield: 16 brownies 1 (15-ounce / 450 mL) can black beans, drained and rinsed 3 large eggs ⅓ cup (80 mL) butter, …
Egyptian Fava Beans
My friend and colleague Laila Ghattas shared this recipe with me and it has become a favourite for a casual, high protein lunch or snack. 2 cans (19 oz each) fava beans, small or large 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced ½ …