Tag Archives: Healthy Recipes

Fabulously Simple Fish Recipes

In my last blog I detailed the health benefits associated with a diet that included at least a couple of servings of fish per week. I realize that there are many people who rarely if ever opt to cook fish for their families. But, as I mentioned earlier, I grew up on an island surrounded by water. Consequently, it was not at all unusual for our family (along with most families in Hawaii) to eat fish for breakfast (mahi mahi and eggs), lunch (fish tacos) and dinner (poached or grilled fish fillets). Some call Hawaii the Napa Valley of the … Continue reading →

Two Ways To Look at Pancakes

Who doesn’t love pancakes? Most people do, but many are concerned about eating them because of their health. Today I’m posting two recipes, one for a traditional pancake and one for a more health-conscious pancake. Traditional: 1 ¼ c. flour 2 T sugar 2 t. baking powder ¾ t. salt 3 T. vegetable oil 1 1/3 c. milk 1 egg Blend dry ingredients, then add the wet and mix with a fork until just blended. Pour onto a hot griddle or skillet. Makes 6. Alternative: 1 ¼ c. flour 1 T. honey 2 t. aluminum-free baking powder ¾ t. sea … Continue reading →

Two Healthy Muffin Recipes

Here are two incredible muffin recipes. The best part is – they are good for you! Apple Muffins For this recipe, you will need all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar substitute (the kind for recipes), ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, skim milk, reduced-calorie margarine, and one medium apple. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees. Mince up enough of your apple to make 1 cup. In a medium sized bowl, combine 1 2/3 cup of all-purpose flour, 2 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1 tablespoon of sugar substitute, 1 teaspoon of ground ginger, and 1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg. … Continue reading →