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Healthy Waffles!

Sunday, January 20th, 2008

Love waffles but think they are unhealthy? Try this recipe for apple n spice waffles, serves 6.
Ingredients: 

2 c flour
3 tbsp sugar
2 tsp bkg pwdr
1/2 tsp salt
2 eggs, separated
1 1/4 c milk
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1 finely sliced apple
2 tsp cinnamon
a waffle maker

1. Sift together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
2. In a small bowl, beat [...]

Healthy Holiday Eggnog

Sunday, December 23rd, 2007

If ever something sounded like an oxymoron - healthy and eggnog would be it. Nonetheless, here it is, a healthy holiday eggnog recipe you can drink all year long - high in protein and fat free.

12 ounces evaporated skim milk
2 tbsp rum or brandy
4 tsp sugar
2 lg eggs
ground nutmeg for sprinkle on top

Mix milk, sugar and rum/ [...]

Squash - So much good packed in one place

Wednesday, November 28th, 2007

Squash, besides being a colorful addition to your plate is packed with vitamins and minerals.  Here are some reasons to add squash your regular year round meals, not just your Thanksgiving feast.

How Much Weight Will You Gain From Thanksgiving to New Years Day?

Thursday, November 22nd, 2007

Whether you indulge in extra helpings, less time at the gym, or additional seasonal snacks, the holidays typical bring on the “seasonal seven”.  This is one trend you don’t need to participate in. There are several ways to beat the battle of the holiday bulge.  These tips are for Thanksgiving as well as any time [...]

Healthy Pregnancy Recipe - Blueberry Muffins

Friday, November 2nd, 2007

Blueberry Muffins Recipe
Nutritional Info:   Fat: 0.8g, Carbohydrates: 24.9g, Calories: 119.4, Protein: 3.1g
Ingredients

The Most Fattening Holiday Foods

Thursday, October 18th, 2007

The holidays are almost here and while most people are planning holiday parties and preparing to buy gifts, there is a need to evaluate what you eat at this time of year.  Many of us will put on what are known as “holiday pounds” because they are not aware of what they should and more [...]

Recipe for Making Hot Chocolate

Saturday, September 29th, 2007

It is mazing, I was doing a search to see what you were looking to learn most about through search engine research and when I typed in “recipes” I found that hot chocolate is way up there on the list.  Could it be the endophins that the body releases when it relaxes and enjoys and [...]

Quick Breakast - Nutritious and Delicious

Friday, September 14th, 2007

In a blender, mix all the ingredients and serve.. that’s it… start the day with fruit, dairy and protein.  There is no better way to get your metabolism going than with a healthy start. Don’t let the fad diets fool you, you need the carbs!

1/4 c fresh cut pineapple
1 fresh apricot, diced
6 strawberries
1/2 banana
1-1/2 c water
1 [...]

Low fat, low sodium, healthy hummus snack

Friday, August 31st, 2007

I have found hummus this year, specifically jalapeno hummus but this recipe is for a standard hummus so that it appeals to many.  Hummus is a nutritious snack which is easy to make and have on hand for anytime.  You can dip vegetables, pita, or whatever you like into the spread and enjoy.  Let me [...]

An Unusual Recipe from a Pregnant Woman

Wednesday, August 29th, 2007

You have heard it said pregnant women have weird cravings, well I am no different.  I have foods that I have always liked but now it’s the combination of them that is perhaps odd.  This recipe has no name and is not found anywhere online nor in any cookbooks..

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