Morning Miso Cup
August 20, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Articles, Breakfast/Brunch, Chicken and Poultry Dishes, Ethnic Recipes, Fish and Seafood Dishes, Grains and Legumes, Healthy Recipes, Sea Vegetables, Side Dishes, Soups, Stews, Stocks and Broths, Vegetarian/Vegan Dishes
Serves 2-4 A warm cup of miso is a smooth way to transition from slumber into the activities of the morning. I use “blond” miso for my soup, but any variety of miso will work. Make sure to read labels (many have grains that could be allergenic for some people). This soup welcomes additions like [...]
Green Ginger-Peach-Lemongrass Smoothie
August 20, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Appetizers and Snacks, Articles, Breakfast/Brunch, Desserts, Ethnic Recipes, Healthy Recipes, Raw Foods, Smoothies and Shakes, Vegetarian/Vegan Dishes
Serves 1-2 This Southeast Asian-inspired smoothie will get you out of the “same-old same-old” smoothie rut. Using sweet spices and roots adds flair and flavor, but also nutrition: Both ginger and lemongrass excel at boosting digestive fire and immunity. Cooking Tip: Although pricey, I recommend a Vita-Mix high-speed blender for making smoothies. My motto is [...]
3-Minute Scrambled Egg and Smoked Salmon Sushi Breakfast
August 20, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Appetizers and Snacks, Articles, Breakfast/Brunch, Egg Dishes, Ethnic Recipes, Fish and Seafood Dishes, Healthy Recipes, Sea Vegetables, Side Dishes
Makes six 1-inch rolls Making your own breakfast sushi is a fun way to break up morning mealtime monotony. It’s actually easy and takes only minutes to prepare. Use any left-over veggies in the fridge. Cooking Tip: Nori seaweed sheets (sushi wrappers) are made by grinding seaweed and drying them into thin sheets. They can [...]
Warming Winter Fruit Salad – Bauman College
July 30, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Breakfast/Brunch, Desserts, Healthy Recipes, Holiday Foods, Salads and Salad Dressings
Yield: 4-6 servings 6 pitted prunes 4 dried apricots 1/2 cup fresh cranberries 1/2 cup apple juice 1/2 cup flaxseeds 3 mandarin oranges, peeled 2 very ripe persimmons 4 small pineapple guavas (optional) 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds Pinch each: cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, nutmeg, allspice and orange peel Soak the prunes and apricots in water to [...]
Poached Pears with Maple Mousse
July 30, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Breakfast/Brunch, Desserts, Healthy Recipes, Holiday Foods
Yield: 4 servings Tender cooked pears in a rich wine marinade meld with warming spices and a silky, sweet mousse to top it off. A light and elegant dessert that couldn’t be easier to make. POACHED PEARS 12 ounces dessert wine, such as port, barsac or marsala 1/2 cup agave nectar zest of 1 lemon, [...]
Flaxy Pumpkin Muffins
July 27, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Appetizers and Snacks, Breads and Baked Goods, Breakfast/Brunch, Desserts, Grains and Legumes, Healthy Recipes
Yield: about 12 large or 24 mini muffins Sweet and creamy pumpkin puree is used in these healthy muffins to increase nutrition and decrease the amount of oil used for moistening. These lightly sweetened treats make a good breakfast or snack when something warm and comforting is called for on a cold winter day. Rounded [...]
Soft-Boiled Eggs with Miso, Lemon and Cilantro – Brys Stephens
July 27, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Breakfast/Brunch, Egg Dishes, Healthy Recipes
Serves 4 I saw the picture of this recipe on a food blog called Cookthink and drooled. The recipe is by Brys Stephens. 4 eggs 1 tablespoon tahini 2 tablespoons sweet white miso 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1/4 serrano chile, thinly sliced 1/4 cup water 1/4 cup cilantro leaves Put the eggs in a [...]
Galaxy Shake
July 27, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Appetizers and Snacks, Breakfast/Brunch, Desserts, Healthy Recipes, Raw Foods, Smoothies and Shakes
Serves 1 adult or 2 kids This high energy, high protein smoothie keeps ‘em going for the long haul. Great for breakfasts, afterschool snacks or a pre-game power boost. Rich carob, almond butter and a splash of mint will get them on their way! 1 cup whole milk, soy milk or nut milk 1/2 cup [...]
