Today is World Nutella Day and February is Heart Month, so I thought it was a good time to remind you that you can make your own chocolate spread, tastier than the original, in my dark chocolate-loving opinion. Plus instead of being mostly sugar and palm oil , it’s mostly creamy cashews, with their heart-healthy fat,…
Dietitians love food. We love to break bread with loved ones, especially at the holidays. And while we might savour some shortbread or egg nog, our not-so-secret superpower is making vegetables, fruit, whole grains, nuts, and even legumes truly shine. Even after a cardiac event, even if you have type…
This simple soup comes together in no time. Enjoy it with a whole-wheat roll and you’ve got a light, simple meal loaded with both veggies and flavour. Or top each bowl with some chopped avocado or homemade baked tortilla chips. If you’re using store-bought salsa, look for a brand with…
There was so much interest in last week’s post about feeding a family with diverse preferences that I wanted to share one of the kid-friendlier recipes in my 30-Minute Heart Healthy Cookbook , this Roasted Tomato and Chicken Pasta. I use chicken thighs because they’re more forgiving than breasts, and easier on the budget, which helps if you’re feeding a…
Well gang, the cookbook launched last week so I’m sharing one last recipe here from it and then I’ll get back to my usual reviews and random thoughts about practical, low-stress, satisfying eating and living for heart health. But first, announcement! I’m trying something new… If you’ve picked up the book,…
Sharing another recipe this week from my new 30-Minute Heart Healthy Cookbook : Blueberry-Ricotta Swirl. It’s almost cheating to call this a recipe because it’s so simple. Just mix a little sugar with ricotta cheese, add lemon zest if you want to be fancy, and top with blueberries. Pull this out of your hat…
In the spirit of cooler weather and busier schedules, I’m happy to share some comfort food, or at least another recipe for it, from my new 30-Minute Heart Healthy Cookbook : Leek, Butter Bean, and Parmesan Orzo. A word of explanation for this unique combination: Why leeks? I love a big pile of aromatic…
You voted, and you chose to preview the Omega-3 Skillet Granola recipe from my upcoming cookbook. Apologies to those who voted for the Grano Dolce (Sweet Wheat), but it will be in the book! I first saw skillet granola years ago on Julie Van Rosendaal’s brilliant blog . Like her, I was surprised and delighted…