With whole wheat, oats, and a more than generous portion of fruit, these muffins will not be mistaken for blueberry cupcakes. But that doesn’t make them any less craveable! The sweetness, chewiness, and moisture retention properties of oats offset the coarse, bitter, and dry qualities that often plaque whole wheat goods. Then, for additional tenderness, brown sugar and buttermilk boost the acidity for an absolutely delightful “better for you” breakfast treat.
A smoothie disguised as a soda! Unfortunately, this is the sort of recipe that relies on a very specific piece of equipment- the Breville Infizz Fusion. But if you have one, this recipe will give your machine more mileage. For this soda, you can keep it light and go easy on the sweetener and omit the cream. And when you’re craving a treat, bring on the whipped cream.
Splurge on good chocolate and cocoa, and these are absolute decadence. Enjoy with coffee in morning, tea in the afternoon, or a jammy red in the evening. So tasty, you’ll forget all about the whole grains.
The natural nuttiness of whole grains is a perfect complement to chocolate delights. But unfortunately, whole grain cookies tend to spread flat. I controlled for this issue by first chilling the dough; the cold fat spreads more slowly while the edges set and result in a thicker bake! And don’t be oppressed by mere “morsels”. Any shade chocolate bar studded with any sort of fixins’ are the beginnings of a uniquely you cookie concoction. Just chop up those bars into uneven bits for irregular bites of deliciousness. Even chocolate left over from your last ill-fated tempering project can be given a new purpose.
This combo of popcorn and peanuts makes a filling and nutritious treat while the caramel satisfies your sweet tooth. Grocery store versions are notoriously bland and not worth the calories. But many home concoctions leave you with a gooey, stick in your teeth, mess. This version is buttery and sweet with a satisfying crunch!
Smooth and creamy pasta vodka but without the heft. Squash and cashew puree provides a sweet & creamy backdrop while tomato, nutritional yeast and lemon impart a cheese-like tanginess. Unlike dairy based sauces, this one won’t break when re-heated. This is one vegan copycat I actually prefer to the original.
Pureed summer squash teams up with olive oil, cashews, and nutritional yeast to create a creamy mushroom sauce that’s both decadent and vegan.
Pasta e fagioli is an Italian staple that has as many variations as there are regions and families. With that in mind, I consider our family’s version more of a guideline than a recipe. Utilizing beans, onions, and tomato paste as a base for a flavorful stock, this recipe can be as basic or as dressed up as you’d like. Although perfectly hearty without any toppings, I borrow the same technique employed for Asian noodle soups and top with lightly cooked vegetables. Steaming or sauteeing your vegetables separately instead of cooking them in the broth allows the vegetables to maintain some snap. Just be sure to properly season those veggies with salt, pepper, or even garlic before topping up. And when fresh herbs are abundant, basil or parsley are perfect accompaniments as is cheese or nutritional yeast. Go ahead and make it your own and use whatever you have on hand.
Essentially loubie bzeit with chickpeas added, this simple dish pairs wonderfully with rice to make a meal or serves as an elegant side. When fresh basil and heirloom tomatoes are at their peak, this dish, bright and flavorful, is an absolute favorite.
With a full 2 pounds of summer squash, this recipe is a necessity for controlling your zucchini and squash bumper crops.
