Lentils, Main Dishes, Soups

Moroccan red lentil soup

If you are shifting to a more plant-based diet, stock-up your pantry with lentils. There are many types of lentils available in supermarkets and they are all good for you. For this recipe, I used red football lentils. Made with a mix of warm spices, veggies, herbs and lemon juice, this Moroccan red lentil soup […]

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Beverages

Blueberry smoothie

Of all the smoothies that I make, this blueberry smoothie is my favourite. The best way to make a blueberry smoothie is with frozen blueberries. I always have a bunch stored in the deep freezer. When I freeze them, I never rinse them out; they should be completely dry. So, I simply store them in […]

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Breakfast, Pancakes

Teff pancakes

On Valentine’s day, start your day with these great-tasting and heart-healthy pancakes made with teff flour. Native to Ethiopia and the surrounding African region, the flour is gluten-free and a wonderful option for people with Celiac disease or gluten sensitivities. Even people who are not sensitive to gluten can enjoy this light and easy-to-digest flour. Made […]

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Cookies, Desserts and Snacks

Apple oatmeal chocolate chunk cookies

These apple oatmeal chocolate chunk cookies are soft, chewy, healthy and tasty. Low in granulated sugar and made with oats, apple sauce and fresh cashew purée, they’re great as a mid-day snack or to boost your energy before going to the gym. For a decadent, yet nutritious treat, I’ve added dark chocolate (60-70 % cacao) chunks and teff […]

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Condiments and Sides, Creams and Puddings

Cashew purée

If you are lactose intolerant, vegan or just want to avoid dairy products, adding cashew purée to a recipe is a healthy alternative to whipped butter. This week, I made a batch of wholesome chocolate chunk cookies with cashew purée. This velvety purée has only three ingredients: raw cashews, water and a bit of oil. […]

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Main Dishes, Pasta Dishes

Beefless Bolognese au Gratin

In our family, we eat mainly fruit, vegetables, pulses and whole grains. But, from time to time, we also eat cheese from dairy. As you may know, cheese contains a fair amount of sodium and saturated fat and can raise your cholesterol level (the bad, LDL kind). However, cheese also contains a lot of benefits […]

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