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Fiddlehead Fern and Cholla Bud Quinoa Salad1/2 cup freekah or quinoa 1/2 pound baby artichokes- fresh or frozen or cholla buds 1/2 pound fiddlehead ferns 1 teaspoon canola oil 1 clove garlic, minced 1 lemon, zested and juiced 1 teaspoon dijon mustard 1 teaspoon agave 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 medium shallot,… |
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Favorite Buttermilk Waffles (with Whole Grain option)Buttermilk makes baked products divine, and this is the way I use it in waffles. White whole wheat flour or whole wheat pastry flour can be subbed to boost nutrition. Lazy soul that I am, I mix the batter in a blender and use that as a pitcher to pour them conveniently. I freeze extra waffles for a quick into-the-toaster breakfast.… |
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Pumpkin Cookies with IcingI served these at my October book club along with the Pumpkin Macadamia Bars. They were good, and the icing makes them attractive, but the Pumpkin Macadamia Bars were the bigger hit. That said, they make an attractive combination and it's fun to try one of each. So if you are looking for a nice combination of sweets to put out on… |
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Easy-Does-It Fried RiceLeftover rice is a perfect excuse to make fried rice, and this is a simple recipe for a favorite oriental comfort food. Add in any desired meat or shrimp to make a more hearty main dish. Two cooking options are possible with the same ingredients - see Methods 1 and 2 below included in directions. |
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Beef Barley SoupThick and hearty beef and barley makes a filling soup for cold weather enjoyment. Mushroom, celery and onion are ethe added vegetables. ©2007-2014 Netta Belle’s Choice® cookbookinabox® “Reg. U.S. Pat. & Trdmk.Off.” Reg. “Trade-marks Canadian Intellectual Property Office.” nettabelleschoice.com and cookbookinabox.com. All rights… |
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How to Make Perfect Puri/PooriHow to make perfect Puri is no secret mantra, all it requires is bit of practice. Puri or Poori is renowned Indian puffed bread. These plump, spherical deep-fried breads are native of Indian sub-continent. The culinary tour of the by-lanes of old cities is never considered complete without enjoying Puri dipped in piping hot bold… |
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barley salad with almonds and apricotsThis salad is fruity, high in fibre and full of flavour. And if you like, curd can also be added here. |
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German Chocolate CookiesThis recipe from the BHG.com website was developed as a healthier alternative to outright decadent German chocolate cake. Rolled oats and flax meal are substitutes for part of the all purpose flour, and butter and sugar have been reduced. I resisted the urge to tweak ingredients as I often do, and was pleasantly surprised that they… |
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Quinoa with Garlic,Peas & CarrotsOne of the great grains for the body, Quinoa! A single cup of cooked quinoa has 8 grams of protein, which is more that most grains. In addition Quinoa has a high amount of iron that raises the hematocrit. This helps people who eat it fight senility since it delivers more oxygen to the brain. It has a very low glycemic index so it… |
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Cinnamon-Raisin Graham Bread (for bread machine dough cycle or conventional yeast bread method)This is baked whole grain bread at its best, and amply satisfies my yen for cinnamon raisin bread! The grain of the loaf is fine and the taste lightly sweet. Savor a slice of the flavorful bread alone, or add a smear of cream cheese or butter. Use as… |
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Sourdough Cinnamon RollsThese cinnamon rolls require a sourdough starter. I use a potato based sourdough starter and the one I have has been passed down to me and it's estimated to be over 35 years old! |
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Bulgur and Bean SaladBulgur is classified as a whole grain and makes a healthy and satisfying vegetarian meal or a side to grilled meats. We like the light nutty flavor it lends to recipes. I always keep #2 medium grind bulgur on hand whenever tabbouleh, pilaf or salads such as this beckon me. To enjoy the best array of flavors this salad has to offer,… |
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Suji Cookiesnice crunch on top with a buttery sweet aroma. |
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Healthy Banana-Carrot Oat Nut MuffinsI never like to throw away bananas, so with two very ripe bananas I adapted this recipe. They were moist and sweet and so easy to make! |
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Rice-Lentil SaladRice-Lentil Salad-is an easy recipe for a side salad. Takes only 10 minutes to prepare. Main ingredients are white rice, lentils, celery, bell peppers, parsley and chicken broth served over lettuce leaves with a vinaigrette dressing. It is also a healthy, low calories, No-Fat, No Cholesterol, low sodium, heart-healthy and Weight… |
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