This dark chocolate torte tastes lusciously rich and moist yet it has all of 2 Tbsp of canola oil! The secret lies in the addition of the ground almonds with their healthy unsaturated oils as well as the applesauce and fat free plain yogurt. This is one dessert you will be able to “indulge” in without any guilt! Orange Chocolate Torte 1 cup whole wheat ... Read More »
Orange Chocolate Torte
This dark chocolate torte tastes lusciously rich and moist yet it has all of 2 Tbsp of canola oil! The secret lies in the addition of the ground almonds with their healthy unsaturated oils as well as the applesauce and fat free plain yogurt. This is one dessert you will be able to “indulge” in without any guilt! Orange Chocolate Torte 1 cup whole wheat ... Read More »
Lemon Blueberry Corn Muffins
These little corn muffins are filled with fresh blueberries and fresh lemon (or orange-you choose!) and are just perfect on a leisurely Sunday morning with a hot cup of coffee! I use 100% stone ground cornmeal (Bobʼs Red mill's has over twice the fiber than regular yellow enriched cornmeal) and whole wheat pastry flour instead of plain white flour for added fiber. Can you ... Read More »
Berry Orange Smoothie
When blueberries are in season, this is one wonderful refreshing smoothie filled with nutrients and vitamins! Berry Orange Smoothie 1 cup fresh blueberries (rinsed)1/3 cup lowfat kefir (plain)1/2 cup fresh orange juice (not from concentrate)1 cup ice Place all ingredients in a blender and process until smooth ... Read More »
Spinach Potato with Orange Caramelized Onions
Fresh baby spinach, thinly sliced potatoes and caramelized onions bake slowly in an orange, white wine vinegar and olive oil marinade, and the result is just delicious and nutritious...and oh my goodness, if you are lucky enough to have some leftover, it is absolutely divine reheated in a pan or in the microwave--Perfect to take for lunch at the office! Potato Spinach with ... Read More »
Orange Caramelized Cabbage Couscous
Outrageously delicious! The umami flavor of the slowly sautéed cabbage combines beautifully with the sweetness of the orange caramelized onions and perfectly seasoned wholegrain couscous! The chickpeas are a nice protein addition. The only trick to this Orange Caramelized Cabbage Couscous recipe is to have the patience to cook down the veggies for a good 30 minutes so as to ... Read More »