Recipes Master 15

If you are craving some pumpkin pie but want to avoid all the calories here is a yummy healthier alternative.  Using some prepared granola for the topping makes this super easy or try making this recipe for home made Cinnamon Vanilla Granola .                                                   _________________________________   Printable Recipe Serves 2 Ingredients: 1/2 cup canned pumpkin 1 cup low-fat vanilla yogurt 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin spice 1/2 cup low-fat granola Directions: Combine the pumpkin pie spice and pumpkin in a small bowl. Layer all ingredients in two parfait glasses. Calories: 208  Total fat: 1.7g Cholesterol: 3.3g Total Carbs: 40.8g. Dietary fiber: 3.8g  Protein: 8.4g

     I like to make as many things from scratch that I can and this is super easy and very versatile seasoning salt.  It's just nice to be able to make up things like this at home knowing that it does not contain any extra preservatives plus it saves money too! So that's a win win. This is great on veggies, chicken, seafood, and really anything that needs a little flavor added to it.                                                                                             __________________________________ Ingredients ...

 This is another overnight oats recipe that is very filling and makes a great healthy way to start the day off right.  I have recently started using chia seeds and trying out many different recipes.  This is a combination of couple different recipes that I came across and put together.  My kids liked this one alot too. I drizzled a little maple syrup over the top and also sprinkled some cinnamon on it.  Here are some fun facts about the health benefits of chia seeds: have more Omega 3 fatty acids than flax seed (important for heart health) are the richest non-marine whole food source of Omega-3 (better than salmon) absorb 10 times their weight in water and transform into a gel-like substance--great for athletes for maintaining hydration and helps with weight loss by making you feel full longer are as high in protein as quinoa are loaded with calcium, potassium, Vitamin B, and anti-oxidants help balance blood sugar via the gelling action of the seed and it’s u...

Making granola from scratch is so much healthier than store bought kinds.  And as an added bonus this will make your house smell amazing while this is baking!  If you like your granola to clump together you can add more maple syrup to get the desired consistency.  This makes a great tasting cereal or sprinkled over yogurt and parfaits.                                                  __________________________________ Printable Recipe Ingredients: 5 cups rolled oats 1 cup chopped pecans 1/2 cup toasted wheat germ 1/4 cup pure maple syrup (or a little more if you desire a clumpier granola) 1/4 cup applesauce 2 tablespoons pure ...

Here is a healthy delicious recipe that incorporates chia seeds and fresh strawberries together.  Lots of healthy fiber and protein in a creamy vanilla flavored pudding.  This is slightly sweetened with pure maple syrup but that could be reduced or left out completely to lower glucose levels.   Here are some interesting facts about the nutritional value of chia seeds: have more Omega 3 fatty acids than flax seed (important for heart health) are the richest non-marine whole food source of Omega-3 (better than salmon) absorb 10 times their weight in water and transform into a gel-like substance--great for athletes for maintaining hydration and helps with weight loss by making you feel full longer are as high in protein as quinoa are loaded with calcium, potassium, Vitamin B, and anti-oxidants help balance blood sugar via the gelling action of the seed and it’s unique combination of soluble and insoluble fiber that slow down your body’s conversion of starches into s...

This is a healthy filling breakfast to start your day off right!  Letting this set overnight really thickens up the oats and makes it very filling.  I used fresh peaches and that made this taste amazing!  I mixed some peeled and diced peaches into the mixture and added some extra to the top.  Super yummy!  I recently bought some chia seeds and started using them the first time.  Chia seed are loaded with fiber and protein making them a great addition to this healthy breakfast.  Hope you enjoy!                                                  _________________________________ Printable Recipe Ingredients: 2 cups oats 2 cups almond milk 2 peaches, peeled and diced 2 Tablespoons maple syrup 1Tablespoon chia seeds 1 teas...

If your garden is overflowing with basil... this is a great way to use some up!  So easy to make and it really adds a lot of yummy flavor to veggies.  This tastes great on fresh corn on the cob, potatoes, bread, or whatever your heart desires.  Enjoy!                                                __________________________________ Printable Recipe Ingredients: 4 cloves garlic 15 leaves fresh basil 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 cup butter Directions: Place garlic, basil, and pepper in the bowl of a food processor. Process until the garlic is in small bits. Add the but...