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July 2011

Moroccan Vegetable Curry

July 1, 2011 by Healthy Families BC | Posted in: Recipes | Tags: curry, Healthy Eating

Makes 10 servings

A rainbow of colors provides a variety of nutrients in this flavorful vegan dish.

2 tbsp canola oil 1 ½ cups chopped onions 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 tbsp curry powder 2 tsp ground cinnamon 1 tsp ground turmeric
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Spicy Orange Chicken by Jessie Kear

July 1, 2011 by Healthy Families BC | Posted in: Recipes | Tags: low sodium

This 1970's recipe originally called "Irene's Spicy Chicken" was part of a recipe exchange between students in Montreal.

Jessie has spiced it up and reduced the fat to satisfy the more adventurous palate and the healthy lifestyle of the 21st century.

It smells wonderful while it's cooking and the taste is fantastic!

Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 1 hour
Makes 8 servings

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Pumpkin Raisin Muffins by Tracy Nash

July 1, 2011 by Healthy Families BC | Posted in: Recipes | Tags: low sodium

Serve these delicious muffins with juice or fruit and a quick-cooked egg for a tasty breakfast that is easy to make.

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
Two 12-cup muffin tins, greased or paper-lined
Makes 24

INGREDIENTS:

2 cups whole-wheat flour (500 mL) 11⁄2 cups all-purpose flour (375 mL) 1 cup granulated sugar (250 mL)
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Fibre-Power Biscotti by General Mills

July 1, 2011 by Healthy Families BC | Posted in: Recipes | Tags: low sodium

 Biscotti are twice-baked cookies. These ones taste even better than the coffee shop version, and they're full of fibre and other good-for-you ingredients.

Preparation: 15 minutes | Cooking: 60 minutes
Preheat oven to: 350 °F (180 °C)
Baking sheets, lightly greased or lined with parchment paper
Makes 30 biscotti
1 per serving

INGREDIENTS:

2 cups bran cereal, crushed (500 mL) + MORE

Sweet Chili Tofu Stir-Fry by Eileen Campbell

July 1, 2011 by Healthy Families BC | Posted in: Recipes | Tags: low sodium

Stir-frying is a fast and easy way to prepare a meal without a lot of added fat. Vegetables and lean protein form the basis for this dish, with a little added sauce and seasoning for flavor. It's a flavorful way to introduce your family to tofu.

Preparation time: 15 minutes / Cooking time: 12 minutes
Makes 4 servings

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