This makes a big batch of pancakes, which may be more than you’ll need. But prepare the whole recipe anyway and freeze leftovers for a delicious breakfast in a hurry. Simply remove from the freezer and pop into the toaster. Top with fresh fruit and yogurt, and in minutes you’ve got a healthful way to start the day. 1 ½ cups vanilla soy milk 2 flavored green tea bags, such as pomegranate or acai berry 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats 1 cup buttermilk 1 tablespoon light olive oil 2 eggs ½ cup whole wheat pastry flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda ¼ … [Read more...]

Because avocados are so high in fat, recipes often use just half of one. To keep the remaining half from browning, remove the seed and spray the flesh with cooking spray, then wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Ingredients : 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved ½ avocado, halved, pitted, and chopped 4 scallions, chopped 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon lime juice ½ teaspoon ground cumin 1 pound turkey breast cutlets ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper Directions: 1. In a small bowl, combine the tomatoes, avocado, scallions, oil, lime … [Read more...]

Makes 6 servings Each serving equals 1 cup vegetables    Ingredients: 1 tsp mild olive oil 1-½ cups chopped onion 3 cloves garlic, crushed 2 tsp chopped fresh ginger 1-½ lbs (6 cups) peeled raw butternut or other winter squash ½ lb (1 cup) new potatoes, peeled and chopped 1 cup unsweetened 100% apple juice 3 cups water ½ cup skim milk ½ tsp salt garnish ½ cup chopped Granny Smith apple 2 Tbsp chopped parsley Heat the oil in a high-sided skillet or large saucepan on medium high. Sauté the onions 3 minutes or until tender. Add the garlic and ginger and cook 1 … [Read more...]

Makes 4 servings Ingredients: 4 whole artichokes, rinsed and trimmed 4 garlic cloves, crushed ½ cup chopped red bell pepper ½ teaspoon dried basil ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes 3 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil 12 ounces fresh baby spinach, coarsely chopped 6-ounces canned crab meat 1 tablespoon seasoned bread crumbs Directions: Fill a large pot with about 1-inch of water and place a steamer basket in the bottom. Bring water to a boil. Place artichokes in water and cover pot with a lid. Steam artichokes for about 20 minutes or until … [Read more...]