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…
This surprisingly simple, crowd-pleasing dessert can help you get more fruit and whole grains, helpful for addressing high blood pressure, while still eating food you enjoy. It’s one of the seven favourite recipes included in the planning guide for my free 10-Day Blood Pressure Challenge , which ran from Feb 14-24 for Heart Month.…
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…
One of the complaints we hear about meal planning is that it’s impossible to predict our lives with that kind of precision: Who will be home? At what time? What will they be in the mood for? Will there be leftovers from last night? My solution: Pantry meals! What are…
Some home cooks have a knack for throwing together a bit of this and a bit of that, creating magic in the kitchen. I am not one of those people. Give me a tried and true recipe any day. If you’re like me, and you’re constantly on the hunt for heart-healthy…
