nutritious & delicious
As if refusing to eat peanut butter weren’t bad enough, our son has decided he doesn’t like cheese or deli meats either. That makes lunch prep a challenge to say the least. Because of the eggs and oats in this bread, I know he’s at least getting some protein before he leaves the table. While …
After perfecting a recipe and getting a good photo, I usually move on to the next experiment. Not with these cookies! They’re so addictive that I’ve baked three batches in less than two weeks. I love that these gems not only taste scrumptious and have an appealing crunchy-chewy texture, but they are also nutritious. With …
This is definitely a new favorite. Mentioned in my Gingerbread Biscotti post, it was one of three biscotti recipes created in one 24-hour period last month. Even though one of those recipes included dark chocolate—irresistible for me and usually favored above all others—I like these cookies even better. While the Internet boasts a multitude of …
Although this bread doesn’t contain jelly, the grape juice and raisin combination give it a surprisingly jelly-like flavor. A dense loaf, it yields firm, sturdy slices that hold up well when slathering on peanut butter. As with most homemade breads, it’s also tasty toasted with a bit ’o butter. California Jelly Bread Makes one 2-pound …
Apples. Cider. Cinnamon. The featured flavors of this not-just-for-breakfast dish capture the essence of fall in Michigan, and each crunchy bite provides whole grains, protein, fiber, vitamins and antioxidants. Enjoy a bowl on a gorgeous fall day—or any other time you can get your hands on some fresh apple cider! Apple Cider Granola Makes about …
Sometimes the nutritional “savviness” of a recipe comes from what is added or substituted, not what is removed. When baking these cookies, Matt decided to stick with the butter and sugar recommendations of the original church-book recipe, but he replaced half of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour. He also added a unique mix …
Well, I hate to admit it, but it’s that time of year. Fall. Though autumn is one of my favorite seasons, I am so not ready for winter, yet I know it’s just around the corner. The good news is that the temperatures are now more suitable for baking in our air conditioning-free kitchen. Those …
Simple but elegant—this is the kind of flavor combination you might find in gourmet shops and natural food stores. Fortunately, it’s not only easy to make at home, but also less expensive than store bought. This granola has a few other advantages: it’s all-natural, low in fat and high in fiber and nutrients. We’re fortunate …