Italian Tomato, Baby Spinach and Chickpea Quinoa Risotto

The traditional Italian risotto rice is replaced with quinoa for a richer and nuttier flavor. The high levels of iron in this tasty dish are increased by the addition of tomatoes and spinach. It can be eaten as a complete vegetarian meal by itself or as a side dish to meat eaters. Serve it with [...]

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Flaxseed Meal

Flaxseed meal is one of the most commonly found alternatives to regular grains. It has been used for thousands of years, recognized not only for its nutrition, but also its diversity and health benefits. Flaxseed meal was being used over three thousand years ago by the Babylonians. However, it is believed that other more ancient [...]

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Herby Flaxseed Meal Pizza Dough

Flaxseed meal is great for making pizza dough. With the advent of low-carbohydrate diets, this dough is not unsimilar to regular varieties, but the outcome is much tastier. It has a slightly nutty flavor and is lighter in texture: Ingredients: 2 cups flaxseed meal 1 teaspoon sea salt 2 teaspoons natural baking powder 1 tablespoon [...]

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Amaranth Flour

Amaranth is an extremely nutritious and delicious replacement for most commonly used grains. It can be eaten in the place of milk-based products because of its calcium levels, making it a very flexible and diverse food ingredient. Best of all it is easy to find and easy to prepare. Amaranth is also known as amaranthus. [...]

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Amaranth Fruit and Nut Pudding

This dessert is popular with kids. Because of its high protein content, it can be used as a part protein addition to any vegetarian meal. Ingredients: 2 cups amaranth, boiled in 4 cups of water until tender 1 cup orange juice 1/2 cup sultanas (also known as golden raisins) 1/2 cup ground almonds 1 1/2 [...]

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Almond Flour

Almond flour is a delicious replacement for major grains, resembling the consistency and texture of cornmeal. It is highly nutritious and can be used to replace most flours for baking, but has to be combined with other flours for making dough-based breads. Almond flour has been used in recipes for thousands of years. Found in [...]

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Almond Banana Cake

Ingredients: 3 cups almond flour 1 teaspoon baking soda ½ teaspoon salt ¼ cup organic banana juice ¼ cup sunflower oil 3 large eggs, beaten until smooth 1 tablespoon organic vanilla extract 1 cup very ripe mashed bananas Method: Preheat oven to 350°F. Combine dry ingredients in a big bowl until well-mixed. Combine banana juice, [...]

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Banana Coconut Muffins

This traditional Caribbean banana mixture is popular with children and adults alike. They can be served hot or cold, with or without butter and jam. This particular recipe is best served warm. Ingredients: 1 cup coconut flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/8 teaspoon sea salt 6 large eggs, beaten until smooth 2 very ripe, mashed [...]

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