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text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EI wanted to make myself some muffins to keep in the freezer for my breakfasts over the next few weeks.\u0026nbsp; Something not too large or too sweet or too filled with fat. In other words, somewhat healthy.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EI happened upon this recipe for Maple Bran Muffins in a cookery book by Ken Haedrich entitled \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thriftbooks.com\/w\/maple-syrup-cookbook-100-recipes-for-breakfast-lunch--dinner_andrea-chesman_ken-haedrich\/356287\/item\/545080\/?gclid=CjwKCAiAwc-dBhA7EiwAxPRylL0nLp9sL1OoFh1yDNnY7XFv2Gz7HYwbEtTE530dfRALP8e2LeEnexoCQTYQAvD_BwE#idiq=545080\u0026amp;edition=2318790\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EMaple Syrup Cookbook\u003C\/a\u003E.\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;I purchased my copy second hand on a used book site.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhfY7lh25n5pPNfeO_2Q2JjIM6MxAkfsgD894Gn5n-z66VQBeTwAXLd7bynx1o2GTLJCZ8AaoKmAlEZzb-0QYgJQdgqPonzG3x1jAjC7r6zfam6aQnvg21i1tZdp88dVY47NXYizaXw0pUBqoVXsITRmf5JkyUib0lDChcZKOBZ2UjitAeEgz5GvF58\/s3931\/cover%20muffins.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Maple Bran Muffins\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"3562\" data-original-width=\"3931\" height=\"580\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhfY7lh25n5pPNfeO_2Q2JjIM6MxAkfsgD894Gn5n-z66VQBeTwAXLd7bynx1o2GTLJCZ8AaoKmAlEZzb-0QYgJQdgqPonzG3x1jAjC7r6zfam6aQnvg21i1tZdp88dVY47NXYizaXw0pUBqoVXsITRmf5JkyUib0lDChcZKOBZ2UjitAeEgz5GvF58\/w640-h580\/cover%20muffins.JPG\" title=\"Maple Bran Muffins\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EI have been a huge fan of Ken's cookbooks for a number of years now.\u0026nbsp; I had several that I purchased in the 1990's and then took over to the UK with me. Of course, they got left behind when I had to come back to Canada.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EI am slowly trying to replace at least some of the books that got left, and this was one of them.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EOne thing I really love about Ken's baking recipes is his propensity for using simple, uncomplicated ingredients, fats, natural sweeteners, whole grain flours, etc.\u0026nbsp; Wholesome baking.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEisww25BJOIaQc7zLZoFzaTgVeYfnQWHN7_YXeJrG7ShUOB4KmDWkfhNSNcqfM9R1zchGu-CELgoRMi_oVO-awZnVkvlb7wpiFAEmLxYpXbMzcY1LAM3i7ULOFhmCQ1rC5JVMsWOeVDPpZcrUNwiIhXrplAW9FJ5GMrGlcjiwSXo8PLee0pHvRk4YrZ\/s5184\/IMG_3462%20(1).JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Maple Bran Muffins\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"3888\" data-original-width=\"5184\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEisww25BJOIaQc7zLZoFzaTgVeYfnQWHN7_YXeJrG7ShUOB4KmDWkfhNSNcqfM9R1zchGu-CELgoRMi_oVO-awZnVkvlb7wpiFAEmLxYpXbMzcY1LAM3i7ULOFhmCQ1rC5JVMsWOeVDPpZcrUNwiIhXrplAW9FJ5GMrGlcjiwSXo8PLee0pHvRk4YrZ\/w640-h480\/IMG_3462%20(1).JPG\" title=\"Maple Bran Muffins\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EOne reason that this recipe appealed to me was that it was a known contest winner, having won a 1999 recipe contest sponsored by the Wisconsin Maple Association.\u0026nbsp; (The winning entry was submitted by Joan Lukes of Merrin, Wisconsin.)\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EAnother reason this recipe appealed was because it used no fats whatsoever with the exception of 1 TBS of butter in the topping, so each muffin would only contain 1\/12 of a TBS of fat.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhnoy4a8WNI4BVLo6HlT3AwfLTHdBpIeuiJEMk1tv1G93E2ybWb5X12wStionIlo7c4dEyU9ABCo1ySwzUXAYyayFR9H8RUlSUiwrgw5Qw4Ym1m9uXbExz6bYCwetuXS427cKAUEw4g5MTYh7SH8qItayPwANPL5FWs9e8LW6SBAWl5Xb9UggW9RCHr\/s3504\/IMG_3458%20(2).JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Maple Bran Muffins\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"3270\" data-original-width=\"3504\" height=\"598\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhnoy4a8WNI4BVLo6HlT3AwfLTHdBpIeuiJEMk1tv1G93E2ybWb5X12wStionIlo7c4dEyU9ABCo1ySwzUXAYyayFR9H8RUlSUiwrgw5Qw4Ym1m9uXbExz6bYCwetuXS427cKAUEw4g5MTYh7SH8qItayPwANPL5FWs9e8LW6SBAWl5Xb9UggW9RCHr\/w640-h598\/IMG_3458%20(2).JPG\" title=\"Maple Bran Muffins\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003ESweetened purely with maple syrup, with the exception being 2 TBS of brown sugar in the topping.\u0026nbsp; That also spoke to me in a positive way. I like the idea of natural sweeteners in things.\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EAlso, I love the flavor of maple and I adore bran muffins. This seemed like a really winning combination to me!\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhMRpYEjj2qM7NwfSij6mQw1CPwWvQyzwNHOmpC9uvOQqgCFl6mEB_4TeUiGPzdiD7l1jTwIJof8giY5XD-UAN8tMZszK2ieUHM4C5MP8PKo-sd8SvQwHy2B49_K8nV01ABH__GqupTOye9RbA1pOuXYB-dUhCCRWLS5_87FaQdpnJQ-28FjF2T1f64\/s5184\/IMG_3451%20(1).JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Maple Bran Muffins\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"3888\" data-original-width=\"5184\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhMRpYEjj2qM7NwfSij6mQw1CPwWvQyzwNHOmpC9uvOQqgCFl6mEB_4TeUiGPzdiD7l1jTwIJof8giY5XD-UAN8tMZszK2ieUHM4C5MP8PKo-sd8SvQwHy2B49_K8nV01ABH__GqupTOye9RbA1pOuXYB-dUhCCRWLS5_87FaQdpnJQ-28FjF2T1f64\/w640-h480\/IMG_3451%20(1).JPG\" title=\"Maple Bran Muffins\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWHAT YOU NEED TO MAKE MAPLE BRAN MUFFINS\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EWith the exception of perhaps the Maple syrup, you probably have everything you need in the kitchen right now to make these delicious muffins.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"ccm-section\" style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003E\u003Cul class=\"ccm-section-items\"\u003E\u003Cli data-amounts-original=\"1\" data-amounts-secondary=\"125\" data-units-original=\"cup\" data-units-secondary=\"g\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"ccm-ing-amount\" data-amount-original=\"1 cup\" data-amount-secondary=\"125 g\"\u003E1 cup\u003C\/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;(140g) plain all-purpose flour\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli data-amounts-original=\"1\" data-amounts-secondary=\"5\" data-units-original=\"tsp\" data-units-secondary=\"g\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"ccm-ing-amount\" data-amount-original=\"1 tsp\" data-amount-secondary=\"5 g\"\u003E1 tsp\u003C\/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;baking soda\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli data-amounts-original=\"1\" data-amounts-secondary=\"40\" data-units-original=\"cup\" data-units-secondary=\"g\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"ccm-ing-amount\" data-amount-original=\"1 cup\" data-amount-secondary=\"40 g\"\u003E1 cup\u003C\/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;(41g) bran flakes\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli data-amounts-original=\"1\/3\" data-amounts-secondary=\"48\" data-units-original=\"cup\" data-units-secondary=\"g\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"ccm-ing-amount\" data-amount-original=\"1\/3 cup\" data-amount-secondary=\"48 g\"\u003E1\/3 cup\u003C\/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;(50g) raisins\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli data-amounts-original=\"1\/2\" data-amounts-secondary=\"59\" data-units-original=\"cup\" data-units-secondary=\"g\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"ccm-ing-amount\" data-amount-original=\"1\/2 cup\" data-amount-secondary=\"59 g\"\u003E1\/2 cup\u003C\/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;(58g) chopped toasted walnuts (optional)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli data-amounts-original=\"1\" data-amounts-secondary=\"237\" data-units-original=\"cup\" data-units-secondary=\"ml\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"ccm-ing-amount\" data-amount-original=\"1 cup\" data-amount-secondary=\"237 ml\"\u003E1 cup\u003C\/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;(240ml) pure maple syrup\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli data-amounts-original=\"1\" data-amounts-secondary=\"230\" data-units-original=\"cup\" data-units-secondary=\"g\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"ccm-ing-amount\" data-amount-original=\"1 cup\" data-amount-secondary=\"230 g\"\u003E1 cup\u003C\/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;(120g) dairy sour cream\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E2 large free-range eggs\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"ccm-section\" style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"ccm-section-title\"\u003EFor the topping:\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cul class=\"ccm-section-items\"\u003E\u003Cli data-amounts-original=\"3\" data-amounts-secondary=\"23\" data-units-original=\"TBS\" data-units-secondary=\"g\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"ccm-ing-amount\" data-amount-original=\"3 TBS\" data-amount-secondary=\"23 g\"\u003E3 TBS\u003C\/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;all purpose, plain flour\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli data-amounts-original=\"2\" data-amounts-secondary=\"24\" data-units-original=\"TBS\" data-units-secondary=\"g\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"ccm-ing-amount\" data-amount-original=\"2 TBS\" data-amount-secondary=\"24 g\"\u003E2 TBS\u003C\/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;firmly packed soft light brown sugar\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli data-amounts-original=\"1\" data-amounts-secondary=\"14\" data-units-original=\"TBS\" data-units-secondary=\"g\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"ccm-ing-amount\" data-amount-original=\"1 TBS\" data-amount-secondary=\"14 g\"\u003E1 TBS\u003C\/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;butter\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhm4TbFtScyjIperUsBmZkjMpLq7n0soEl5iSgH8NjVj3u2atYHet_wLXmL2KFUC0LWlkwAumx8udwq_-YpLxX9auicXRh0XndmpjdXCFS0exYycdnyzgGfNPx4I03qwyuaYCWIKKEvGiGy1RrothOAsHm30scLaWx4lap0fL3CzYrLGfnjwhChE2F7\/s5184\/IMG_3450%20(1).JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Maple Bran Muffins\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"3888\" data-original-width=\"5184\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhm4TbFtScyjIperUsBmZkjMpLq7n0soEl5iSgH8NjVj3u2atYHet_wLXmL2KFUC0LWlkwAumx8udwq_-YpLxX9auicXRh0XndmpjdXCFS0exYycdnyzgGfNPx4I03qwyuaYCWIKKEvGiGy1RrothOAsHm30scLaWx4lap0fL3CzYrLGfnjwhChE2F7\/w640-h480\/IMG_3450%20(1).JPG\" title=\"Maple Bran Muffins\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EI like to use a \"B\" grade Maple Syrup.\u0026nbsp; It's a bit darker in color than regular maple syrup and has a stronger flavor than regular maple syrup.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EDark and intensely flavored, it is produced later in the season than regular Maple Syrup.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003ERegular Maple Syrup comes in three levels of Grade \"A\", light amber, medium amber and dark amber, depending on when during the Maple Season it is harvested.\u0026nbsp; The earlier in the season the lighter the color and the more delicate the flavor.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\"B\" grade is perfect for baking and cooking with, its boldness working well with meats, sweet potatoes, baked beans, desserts, muffins, breads, etc.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjCRbAdEmjfKP1Wi_o7mrk0vzSNNfPGwx37MDCbPzf2-dSpsAvTk06bj-1FgPfBXOinY8GLwm64FcydmySqdBD6tU93jRvE0GePuE3m6KpXwYzfHrUsufdDaE1zbEd4DhoTXBKWZX1Ha0jJxMb2zmYfk8pVk0njaZPq4ooU8Kugj_foXLtGU0E6fV-c\/s3734\/IMG_3448%20(2).JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Maple Bran Muffins\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"3300\" data-original-width=\"3734\" height=\"566\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjCRbAdEmjfKP1Wi_o7mrk0vzSNNfPGwx37MDCbPzf2-dSpsAvTk06bj-1FgPfBXOinY8GLwm64FcydmySqdBD6tU93jRvE0GePuE3m6KpXwYzfHrUsufdDaE1zbEd4DhoTXBKWZX1Ha0jJxMb2zmYfk8pVk0njaZPq4ooU8Kugj_foXLtGU0E6fV-c\/w640-h566\/IMG_3448%20(2).JPG\" title=\"Maple Bran Muffins\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EThe use of sour cream works with the baking soda to give these muffins a bit of a rise. They will not rise really tall, however.\u0026nbsp; (Just so you know.)\u0026nbsp; They are the perfect sized breakfast muffin.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EI used regular full fat sour cream, but light sour cream will also work.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EI used Bran Flakes cereal and unbleached flour. I did not add the nuts this time, just the raisins.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEip4bXVSLUToBbjhUS-BReJX3uotUGNJQLPBdM_drnnb2acbTgcNvKOX5TGZDvajC6OHczUIwnhwP36VfZEo7w1h0VUSIRKTBRqqfoCAfsA3vC785jU8BZxp4Cle8oTb2oPuTHjPKaSTTEIb-yuTBJWWsBH73Z488mAg9bTHFu2iRI-WlzFRlgYksCh\/s5184\/IMG_3445%20(1).JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Maple Bran Muffins\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"3888\" data-original-width=\"5184\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEip4bXVSLUToBbjhUS-BReJX3uotUGNJQLPBdM_drnnb2acbTgcNvKOX5TGZDvajC6OHczUIwnhwP36VfZEo7w1h0VUSIRKTBRqqfoCAfsA3vC785jU8BZxp4Cle8oTb2oPuTHjPKaSTTEIb-yuTBJWWsBH73Z488mAg9bTHFu2iRI-WlzFRlgYksCh\/w640-h480\/IMG_3445%20(1).JPG\" title=\"Maple Bran Muffins\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EAs you can see, they are not huge muffins, but a medium sized muffin, which is just right or breakfast along with a bowl of fruit, or for a mid-morning snack with your mid-morning cuppa!\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EThe buttery brown sugar streusel on top adds just a tiny bit of a moreish crunch. You could use maple sugar for even more maple flavor!\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEinlLgBlqc52xgkkbclltVsQQpdZ0PI2bfoqIxcVDUgRHw1I8QvPUA8U_oOl6zheBTX9DpxQf-A_6pNtNRvKbKPFtQXOHj84Cz8eZnPVFZ--QqGLxx1RC0WrAHt6IoJsRpUE3ERmbacCiiDrmL8mC9BDdQS1avv_dM6ue2TFiCHBlZvnDvS5XvMKR_k\/s5184\/IMG_3444%20(1).JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Maple Bran Muffins\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"3888\" data-original-width=\"5184\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEinlLgBlqc52xgkkbclltVsQQpdZ0PI2bfoqIxcVDUgRHw1I8QvPUA8U_oOl6zheBTX9DpxQf-A_6pNtNRvKbKPFtQXOHj84Cz8eZnPVFZ--QqGLxx1RC0WrAHt6IoJsRpUE3ERmbacCiiDrmL8mC9BDdQS1avv_dM6ue2TFiCHBlZvnDvS5XvMKR_k\/w640-h480\/IMG_3444%20(1).JPG\" title=\"Maple Bran Muffins\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EHOW TO MAKE MAPLE BRAN MUFFINS\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EMuffins are probably one of the easiest things to make in the area of quick breads. Make sure not to overmix the ingredients as the end result will be a tougher muffin.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003EPreheat the oven to 400*F\/200*C\/ gas mark 6. Butter a 12-cup medium muffin tin really well or spray with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003ERub the butter, flour, and brown sugar together for the topping in a small bowl until the mixture is crumbly. Set aside.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEiGcbnxhyP8Q5w9mhAKFYsAU6ZZguOkJxksHATDKfD18NiIkA6DM6ehCEgaTJ6OYkiQQCR8HipvFqSFSBuRUzkFH3nrDxunXWH6tgn2OU8KuxUvG2-3R53Gk9DJznFzR0cKln193kmzeG_OFVkLMVOwrpPSx5GQb8fz3g4ZXaSe_9B20URRq0JOEwRn\/s3771\/IMG_3442%20(3).JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Maple Bran Muffins\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"3168\" data-original-width=\"3771\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEiGcbnxhyP8Q5w9mhAKFYsAU6ZZguOkJxksHATDKfD18NiIkA6DM6ehCEgaTJ6OYkiQQCR8HipvFqSFSBuRUzkFH3nrDxunXWH6tgn2OU8KuxUvG2-3R53Gk9DJznFzR0cKln193kmzeG_OFVkLMVOwrpPSx5GQb8fz3g4ZXaSe_9B20URRq0JOEwRn\/w640-h538\/IMG_3442%20(3).JPG\" title=\"Maple Bran Muffins\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003EWhisk the maple syrup, sour cream and eggs together in a bowl. Set aside.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003EWhisk the flour and baking soda together in a bowl. Add the bran flakes, raisins and walnuts (if using.) Give everything a good stir.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003EAdd the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix together just to combine. Spoon the batter (it will be loose) into the muffin cups filling them 3\/4 full.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003ESprinkle a portion of the topping on top of each muffin.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003EBake in the preheated oven for 15 to 30 minutes until risen and golden brown. Serve warm.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003ELeftovers can be stored in an airtight container for several days or frozen for longer. Gently reheat in the microwave for a few seconds.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhFLN9_yJR6vcP_fGpnTCu3WgfittABiTuh8UHVDD0-eH6cMwmydixQfq0Bg4FvQvrCBFWQB4EGKH7YgmukcpvJwHuYT_h61ulr7KlLOTcsKIsdx6dL6tl5oa-OrgFEtjYRrImoHxiY5MBiNs3NAGgCFiHCKnAAize1WH7hwMWa6z-k3u7kmV_EaDg6\/s3933\/IMG_3456%20(2).JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Maple Bran Muffins\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"3632\" data-original-width=\"3933\" height=\"592\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhFLN9_yJR6vcP_fGpnTCu3WgfittABiTuh8UHVDD0-eH6cMwmydixQfq0Bg4FvQvrCBFWQB4EGKH7YgmukcpvJwHuYT_h61ulr7KlLOTcsKIsdx6dL6tl5oa-OrgFEtjYRrImoHxiY5MBiNs3NAGgCFiHCKnAAize1WH7hwMWa6z-k3u7kmV_EaDg6\/w640-h592\/IMG_3456%20(2).JPG\" title=\"Maple Bran Muffins\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EHINTS AND TIPS FOR PERFECT MUFFINS\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E1. Mix wet and dry ingredients separately in different bowls and then mix together.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E2. Do not over beat\/mix your batter. Mix only to combine.\u0026nbsp; The best batter is expected to be a bit lumpy, thick, and floury.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E3.\u0026nbsp; Don't overfill your muffin cups. 3\/4 full is ideal.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E4.\u0026nbsp; If you don't have enough batter to fill all your cups, fill the empty ones with water. This promotes even baking in your muffins and will prevent your pan from buckling.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E5. Leave the baked muffins to cool in the pan for five minutes before removing them from the pan. Do not let them sit in the pan until cold. This will give you soggy muffins.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E6.\u0026nbsp; Muffins freeze wonderfully. If you cannot eat them all in one day, wrap each one tightly with plastic wrap, and freeze together in a zip lock baggie.\u0026nbsp; That way you can remove just however many you want at any given time without having to thaw them all out.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E7. Muffins reheat very well from frozen in the microwave. About 20 to 25 seconds on high will do the trick. Any longer and they might turn rubbery.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEgTP9Y88d86JXk9NlDO0K6R9eduUTQ7fsGBSNzQ80md6bpO7RgGAhE5RI6M5VqH_03dEPMjk2u_BjTPZ1vdQDMRlzH9UHHsA7VdhTfTjKoPBzxUeq-8VS83tfeIoQ08sCGDlIm2RkwLKDyx2UH8k18cyJVfh7GfABJsuKaclkg_QvPRifio3tFcriXD\/s3504\/IMG_3458%20(2).JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Maple Bran Muffins\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"3270\" data-original-width=\"3504\" height=\"598\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEgTP9Y88d86JXk9NlDO0K6R9eduUTQ7fsGBSNzQ80md6bpO7RgGAhE5RI6M5VqH_03dEPMjk2u_BjTPZ1vdQDMRlzH9UHHsA7VdhTfTjKoPBzxUeq-8VS83tfeIoQ08sCGDlIm2RkwLKDyx2UH8k18cyJVfh7GfABJsuKaclkg_QvPRifio3tFcriXD\/w640-h598\/IMG_3458%20(2).JPG\" title=\"Maple Bran Muffins\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EI really enjoyed these muffins. The flavor of the maple was just right, and I loved the slight sweetness of the sticky raisins studding the muffins.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EThey were so good that I confess I had two for breakfast. I couldn't help myself!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhFj-MOxkFA9N5PgMn2UIvP4RJlmAS8luhQOQcyLmQCRB6BZLNe1KJ9RTyZuHUyxOk_yNlzyo7AzSlOcuKl0G-oMr9I7V7kudPCQgiFg2yDB6tDufNfx_Yvf4r02v8BF9umkXNfzLXHvQY_voe2orILtBlb7lPTRWOgCiwixDh7QE04WHVKzvSYvtrq\/s5184\/IMG_3462%20(1).JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Maple Bran Muffins\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"3888\" data-original-width=\"5184\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhFj-MOxkFA9N5PgMn2UIvP4RJlmAS8luhQOQcyLmQCRB6BZLNe1KJ9RTyZuHUyxOk_yNlzyo7AzSlOcuKl0G-oMr9I7V7kudPCQgiFg2yDB6tDufNfx_Yvf4r02v8BF9umkXNfzLXHvQY_voe2orILtBlb7lPTRWOgCiwixDh7QE04WHVKzvSYvtrq\/w640-h480\/IMG_3462%20(1).JPG\" title=\"Maple Bran Muffins\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003ESome other muffin recipes which you might enjoy are:\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cp style=\"background-color: white; border: 0px; letter-spacing: 0.3px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2021\/04\/special-k-breakfast-muffins.html\" rel=\"nofollow\" style=\"background-image: linear-gradient(transparent 0px, rgb(241, 216, 216) 0px) !important; background-position: 0px center !important; background-repeat: no-repeat; border: 0px; color: black; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; transition: all 0.5s ease 0s; vertical-align: baseline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003ESPECIAL K BREAKFAST MUFFINS\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp style=\"background-color: white; border: 0px; letter-spacing: 0.3px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"border: 0px; letter-spacing: 0.3px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp style=\"background-color: white; border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"border: 0px; letter-spacing: 0.3px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003EThese are the\u0026nbsp;\u003Ci style=\"border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003EPERFECT\u003C\/i\u003E\u0026nbsp;breakfast muffins. Quick and easy to make. Delicious. I highly recommend.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.3px;\"\u003ESimple and filled with \u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.3px;\"\u003Efiber\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.3px;\"\u003E. You can use ordinary Special K cereal, or you can be a bit more extravagant and use one of the varieties which contain fruit.\u0026nbsp; This recipe makes half a dozen fabulous muffins.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp style=\"background-color: white; border: 0px; letter-spacing: 0.3px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.3px;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"background-color: white; border: 0px; clear: both; letter-spacing: 0.3px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2021\/01\/cinnamon-roll-muffins-small-batch.html\" rel=\"nofollow\" style=\"background-image: linear-gradient(transparent 0px, rgb(241, 216, 216) 0px) !important; background-position: 0px center !important; background-repeat: no-repeat; border: 0px; color: black; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-line: none; transition: all 0.5s ease 0s; vertical-align: baseline;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003ECINNAMON ROLL MUFFINS\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"background-color: white; border: 0px; clear: both; letter-spacing: 0.3px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"background-color: white; border: 0px; clear: both; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit; letter-spacing: 0.3px;\"\u003EPrepare yourself to fall in love with this small batch muffin recipe with makes six gorgeously delicious muffins.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.3px;\"\u003EThey embody all the \u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.3px;\"\u003Eflavors\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.3px;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;of your \u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.3px;\"\u003Efavorite\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.3px;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;cinnamon rolls, except they are muffins, not a yeast bread.\u0026nbsp; I am of the school that cinnamon \u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.3px;\"\u003Eflavored\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.3px;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;anything is good. It doesn't really matter too much what it \u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.3px;\"\u003Eis,\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"letter-spacing: 0.3px;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;and these are OMG good!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"background-color: white; border: 0px; clear: both; letter-spacing: 0.3px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit; letter-spacing: 0.3px;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003C!--START The Recipe Box--\u003E\u003Cscript class=\"ccm-schema\" type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003E{\"image\":\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEikiE1M9l9BxDJM4jLlBCG9gEBhWTIvGF-zIo38skJJaSWzfTmi3-7Q45BbC38wJNjfvmUKGSRFkWyjE884NG9znyLpDaTsySP79d7BYfE9mKXBAxUfCaXVF6KbTf0SYF2tQCZXe4WwKdVXQNHXp8290seRHvwbDMVXHdHzjPKZPlqG17ZuYwTvJMGd\/w640-h532\/best%20cover%20muffins.JPG\",\"name\":\"Maple Bran Muffins\",\"prepTime\":\"PT10M\",\"cookTime\":\"PT15M\",\"totalTime\":\"PT25M\",\"description\":\"A delicious little muffin that is low in fat and high in fiber and taste! Sweetened naturally with maple syrup, these are a real winner of a muffin!\",\"yield\":\"12 medium muffins\",\"author\":{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"name\":\"Marie Rayner\"},\"recipeIngredient\":[\"1 cup (140g) plain all-purpose flour\",\"1 tsp baking soda\",\"1 cup (41g) bran flakes\",\"1\/3 cup (50g) raisins\",\"1\/2 cup (58g) chopped toasted walnuts (optional)\",\"1 cup (240ml) pure maple syrup\",\"1 cup (120g) dairy sour cream\",\"2 large free-range eggs\",\"3 TBS all purpose, plain flour\",\"2 TBS firmly packed soft light brown sugar\",\"1 TBS butter\"],\"recipeInstructions\":[\"Preheat the oven to 400*F\/200*C\/ gas mark 6. Butter a 12-cup medium muffin tin really well or spray with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.\",\"Rub the butter, flour, and brown sugar together for the topping in a small bowl until the mixture is crumbly. Set aside.\",\"Whisk the maple syrup, sour cream and eggs together in a bowl. Set aside.\",\"Whisk the flour and baking soda together in a bowl. Add the bran flakes, raisins and walnuts (if using.) Give everything a good stir.\",\"Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix together just to combine. Spoon the batter (it will be loose) into the muffin cups filling them 3\/4 full.\",\"Sprinkle a portion of the topping on top of each muffin.\",\"Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 30 minutes until risen and golden brown. Serve warm.\",\"Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for several days or frozen for longer. Gently reheat in the microwave for a few seconds.\"],\"@context\":\"http:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"Recipe\"}\u003C\/script\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"ccm-card\" data-ccmcardid=\"4672761142947\" data-ccmcardnum=\"7\" data-ccme=\"bWFyaWVhbGljZWpvYW5AYW9sLmNvbQ\" data-ccmf=\"r,uc\" data-ccmuid=\"jPQovFeJmpgtseszCCoZeWhwvUm1\" data-ccmw=\"dGhlZW5nbGlzaGtpdGNoZW4uY29t\" id=\"ccm-recipe-card\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"ccm-wrapper\" data-ccm-uc-inited=\"1\" id=\"recipe\" style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"ccm-info\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"ccm-yield ccm-info-child\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EYield: \u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"ccm-yield__amount\"\u003E12 medium muffins\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"ccm-author ccm-info-child\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAuthor: \u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EMarie Rayner\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"ccm-btns-wrapper ccm-hide-on-print\"\u003E\u003Cbutton class=\"ccm-printbutton\" id=\"ccm-printbutton\" onclick=\"ccmpr(this);\"\u003EPrint\u003C\/button\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"ccm-print-options\"\u003E\u003Cbutton id=\"ccm-printWithImage\" onclick=\"ccmpr(this);\"\u003EWith Image\u003C\/button\u003E\u003Cbutton id=\"ccm-printWithoutImage\" onclick=\"ccmpr(this);\"\u003EWithout Image\u003C\/button\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"ccm-image\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Maple Bran Muffins\" draggable=\"false\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEikiE1M9l9BxDJM4jLlBCG9gEBhWTIvGF-zIo38skJJaSWzfTmi3-7Q45BbC38wJNjfvmUKGSRFkWyjE884NG9znyLpDaTsySP79d7BYfE9mKXBAxUfCaXVF6KbTf0SYF2tQCZXe4WwKdVXQNHXp8290seRHvwbDMVXHdHzjPKZPlqG17ZuYwTvJMGd\/w640-h532\/best%20cover%20muffins.JPG\" title=\"Maple Bran Muffins\" \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ch3 class=\"ccm-name\"\u003EMaple Bran Muffins\u003C\/h3\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"ccm-time\" style=\"background: rgb(242, 242, 242);\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"ccm-time-child\"\u003EPrep time: 10 Min\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"ccm-time-child\"\u003ECook time: 15 Min\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"ccm-time-child\"\u003ETotal time: 25 Min\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"ccm-summary\"\u003EA delicious little muffin that is low in fat and high in fiber and taste! Sweetened naturally with maple syrup, these are a real winner of a muffin!\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"ccm-section-ingredients ingredients\"\u003E\u003Ch3 class=\"ccm-head\"\u003EIngredients\u003Cbutton class=\"ccm-btn-unit_convert ccm-hide-on-print ccm-btn-unit_convert--active\" data-type=\"us\"\u003EUS\u003C\/button\u003E\u003Cbutton class=\"ccm-btn-unit_convert ccm-hide-on-print\" data-type=\"metric\"\u003EMetric\u003C\/button\u003E\u003C\/h3\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"ccm-section\"\u003E\u003Cul class=\"ccm-section-items\"\u003E\u003Cli data-amounts-original=\"1\" data-amounts-secondary=\"125\" data-units-original=\"cup\" data-units-secondary=\"g\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"ccm-ing-amount\" data-amount-original=\"1 cup\" data-amount-secondary=\"125 g\"\u003E1 cup\u003C\/span\u003E (140g) plain all-purpose flour\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli data-amounts-original=\"1\" data-amounts-secondary=\"5\" data-units-original=\"tsp\" data-units-secondary=\"g\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"ccm-ing-amount\" data-amount-original=\"1 tsp\" data-amount-secondary=\"5 g\"\u003E1 tsp\u003C\/span\u003E baking soda\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli data-amounts-original=\"1\" data-amounts-secondary=\"40\" data-units-original=\"cup\" data-units-secondary=\"g\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"ccm-ing-amount\" data-amount-original=\"1 cup\" data-amount-secondary=\"40 g\"\u003E1 cup\u003C\/span\u003E (41g) bran flakes\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli data-amounts-original=\"1\/3\" data-amounts-secondary=\"48\" data-units-original=\"cup\" data-units-secondary=\"g\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"ccm-ing-amount\" data-amount-original=\"1\/3 cup\" data-amount-secondary=\"48 g\"\u003E1\/3 cup\u003C\/span\u003E (50g) raisins\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli data-amounts-original=\"1\/2\" data-amounts-secondary=\"59\" data-units-original=\"cup\" data-units-secondary=\"g\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"ccm-ing-amount\" data-amount-original=\"1\/2 cup\" data-amount-secondary=\"59 g\"\u003E1\/2 cup\u003C\/span\u003E (58g) chopped toasted walnuts (optional)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli data-amounts-original=\"1\" data-amounts-secondary=\"237\" data-units-original=\"cup\" data-units-secondary=\"ml\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"ccm-ing-amount\" data-amount-original=\"1 cup\" data-amount-secondary=\"237 ml\"\u003E1 cup\u003C\/span\u003E (240ml) pure maple syrup\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli data-amounts-original=\"1\" data-amounts-secondary=\"230\" data-units-original=\"cup\" data-units-secondary=\"g\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"ccm-ing-amount\" data-amount-original=\"1 cup\" data-amount-secondary=\"230 g\"\u003E1 cup\u003C\/span\u003E (120g) dairy sour cream\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E2 large free-range eggs\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"ccm-section\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"ccm-section-title\"\u003EFor the topping:\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cul class=\"ccm-section-items\"\u003E\u003Cli data-amounts-original=\"3\" data-amounts-secondary=\"23\" data-units-original=\"TBS\" data-units-secondary=\"g\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"ccm-ing-amount\" data-amount-original=\"3 TBS\" data-amount-secondary=\"23 g\"\u003E3 TBS\u003C\/span\u003E all purpose, plain flour\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli data-amounts-original=\"2\" data-amounts-secondary=\"24\" data-units-original=\"TBS\" data-units-secondary=\"g\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"ccm-ing-amount\" data-amount-original=\"2 TBS\" data-amount-secondary=\"24 g\"\u003E2 TBS\u003C\/span\u003E firmly packed soft light brown sugar\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli data-amounts-original=\"1\" data-amounts-secondary=\"14\" data-units-original=\"TBS\" data-units-secondary=\"g\"\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"ccm-ing-amount\" data-amount-original=\"1 TBS\" data-amount-secondary=\"14 g\"\u003E1 TBS\u003C\/span\u003E butter\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"ccm-section-instructions instructions\"\u003E\u003Ch3 class=\"ccm-head\"\u003EInstructions\u003C\/h3\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"ccm-section\"\u003E\u003Col class=\"ccm-section-items\"\u003E\u003Cli\u003EPreheat the oven to 400*F\/200*C\/ gas mark 6. Butter a 12-cup medium muffin tin really well or spray with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ERub the butter, flour, and brown sugar together for the topping in a small bowl until the mixture is crumbly. Set aside.\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EWhisk the maple syrup, sour cream and eggs together in a bowl. Set aside.\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EWhisk the flour and baking soda together in a bowl. Add the bran flakes, raisins and walnuts (if using.) Give everything a good stir.\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EAdd the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix together just to combine. Spoon the batter (it will be loose) into the muffin cups filling them 3\/4 full.\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ESprinkle a portion of the topping on top of each muffin.\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003EBake in the preheated oven for 15 to 30 minutes until risen and golden brown. Serve warm.\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003ELeftovers can be stored in an airtight container for several days or frozen for longer. 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text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-P1RH923Ydkw\/We8jUgLrK5I\/AAAAAAABYRE\/I7f_8HqiPNAxDIT5giwmQkjER96FLA78ACLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN4727.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1568\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"391\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-P1RH923Ydkw\/We8jUgLrK5I\/AAAAAAABYRE\/I7f_8HqiPNAxDIT5giwmQkjER96FLA78ACLcBGAs\/s400\/DSCN4727.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nThis recipe I am showing you today is a diamond in the rough.\u0026nbsp; Truly delicious and low in fat and calories, but I confess . . .\u0026nbsp; there is no way to take a beautiful photograph of them.\u0026nbsp; I did contemplate not sharing this with you, but it is just too good not to, so here you have it \"Warts an all!\"\u0026nbsp; Devilled Mushrooms.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-v2rDt3jA6tM\/We8jL-J0z8I\/AAAAAAABYRA\/4S_k0FSHfWIvuECJKCULZgd1a-H68IUcACLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN4728.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-v2rDt3jA6tM\/We8jL-J0z8I\/AAAAAAABYRA\/4S_k0FSHfWIvuECJKCULZgd1a-H68IUcACLcBGAs\/s400\/DSCN4728.JPG\" width=\"398\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nIts a recipe that I adapted from a small BBC Good Food book of mine, entitled\u003Ci\u003E \"101 Meals for Two\"\u003C\/i\u003E.\u0026nbsp; I love mushrooms, and to be honest, I had some mushrooms which needed using and I didn't want to do the same old same old with them.\u0026nbsp; It also sounded really delicious!\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-w4gIKVTeSHw\/We8i_Zk0qQI\/AAAAAAABYQ0\/S-ecOBAgbLECpnTGnSlyJP70K-_PQwhXgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN4729.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1582\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"395\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-w4gIKVTeSHw\/We8i_Zk0qQI\/AAAAAAABYQ0\/S-ecOBAgbLECpnTGnSlyJP70K-_PQwhXgCLcBGAs\/s400\/DSCN4729.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nAnd not just delicious, but very simple, quick and easy to make. You can have it as a light lunch or supper, or even as an addition to a cooked breakfast.\u0026nbsp; In that case it would serve 4 people instead of 2.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-bgVLKmaTUJ0\/We8jXAicI6I\/AAAAAAABYRI\/lzKxBkksMP8NTndDVjU36WVpRmluIHzrgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN4730.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1537\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-bgVLKmaTUJ0\/We8jXAicI6I\/AAAAAAABYRI\/lzKxBkksMP8NTndDVjU36WVpRmluIHzrgCLcBGAs\/s400\/DSCN4730.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nIts as simple as whisking together some ingredients and tossing large flat mushrooms in them.\u0026nbsp; I found that the mixture didn't really stick that well, and so after I tossed them together, I then put the mushrooms into the baking dish and brushed them all over with the remainder.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-1BZsFZaLE8E\/We8jdy5iDDI\/AAAAAAABYRM\/L1A5on5g74IrYaWGUd5Lx_xFBdF9WaVFQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN4732.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1452\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"362\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-1BZsFZaLE8E\/We8jdy5iDDI\/AAAAAAABYRM\/L1A5on5g74IrYaWGUd5Lx_xFBdF9WaVFQCLcBGAs\/s400\/DSCN4732.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nAfter that you just bang them into a hot oven and bake them for\u0026nbsp; short amount of time.\u0026nbsp; Oh boy, were they ever tasty!\u0026nbsp; Spicy and quite devilish!\u0026nbsp; 👹\u0026nbsp; But in a very good way!\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-RcupjAuKZKA\/We8jrmPLxcI\/AAAAAAABYRY\/qMlPl85VvNMDV_WzC3qyNxZrfTqTD2YPwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN4734.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1493\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"372\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-RcupjAuKZKA\/We8jrmPLxcI\/AAAAAAABYRY\/qMlPl85VvNMDV_WzC3qyNxZrfTqTD2YPwCLcBGAs\/s400\/DSCN4734.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Devilled Mushrooms*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nServes 2\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/deviled-mushrooms-1\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nThese are simple and delicious and make a fabulous light supper served with some crusty bread and salad on the side.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 TBS grainy mustard\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 TBS light olive oil\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 TBS Worcestershire sauce\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 clove garlic, peeled and minced\u003C\/div\u003E\n4 large flat mushrooms\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/2 tp sweet paprika\u003C\/div\u003E\nsalt and black pepper to taste\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\nSalad leaves and crusty bread to serve\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nPreheat the oven to 200*C\/400*F\/ gas mark 6.\u0026nbsp; Have ready a baking dish large enough to hold the mushrooms in a single layer.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nWhisk\n together the mustard, olive oil, Worcestershire sauce and garlic in a \nbowl.\u0026nbsp; Add the mushrooms and toss them in the mixture to coat them all \nover.\u0026nbsp; Place into the baking dish.\u0026nbsp; Brush any remaining mustard mixture \nover top. Sprinkle with salt, pepper and paprika.\u0026nbsp; Roast in the \npreheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, until the\u0026nbsp; juices are bubbling.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\nDivide between two heated plates and spoon any pan juices over top.\u0026nbsp; Serve with some salad and crusty bread.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003ENote\u003C\/b\u003E - These also make a fine breakfast accompaniment for four people!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-kjIqp9P1zyc\/We8jyGssllI\/AAAAAAABYRc\/m4K1V5UImjw8GtLGsmp10V7GWpQGhZ81wCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN4735.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"958\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"238\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-kjIqp9P1zyc\/We8jyGssllI\/AAAAAAABYRc\/m4K1V5UImjw8GtLGsmp10V7GWpQGhZ81wCLcBGAs\/s400\/DSCN4735.JPG\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nI found them surprisingly filling and was quite pleased that there were only 102 calories in one serving, with very little carbs, not a lot of fat, low sugar and a modicum of protein and fibre, I called these a winner (and diabetic friendly)!\u0026nbsp; Bon appetit!\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003EPS\u003C\/i\u003E - I served with a rustic whole grain sour dough bread.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/feeds\/2306254348117627453\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2017\/10\/deviled-mushrooms.html#comment-form","title":"2 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/2306254348117627453"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/2306254348117627453"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2017\/10\/deviled-mushrooms.html","title":"Deviled Mushrooms"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Marie Rayner"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00407913432222377267"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzMjK9JXF9J07LjT7q87CzFr7lfbY_b46M6Ckbl4uoouXZe8fbXl8jvYZLZFb_ifxpDJ6VrklMQnta28K-9eJR25vccys5WempX6-vlNwIc3v8H5_Mg12SYfbzVf0Ucg\/s220\/profile+pic.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-P1RH923Ydkw\/We8jUgLrK5I\/AAAAAAABYRE\/I7f_8HqiPNAxDIT5giwmQkjER96FLA78ACLcBGAs\/s72-c\/DSCN4727.JPG","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"2"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7100882347408067241.post-2574365103701300173"},"published":{"$t":"2017-07-12T04:00:00.001+01:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2021-06-16T17:01:11.198+01:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Cheese"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Diabetic friendly"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"healthy"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"light lunches"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"low fat options"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"pasta"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Salads"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"simple side dishes"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"summer"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"vegetables"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Vegetarian"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Pasta Salad Primavera"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-4121xkBAAWQ\/WWCyjmtzjQI\/AAAAAAABEHM\/TaeHCaBRmrwYCibcjoDcrqsQ-6ZMCMGmQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN2886.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1552\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-4121xkBAAWQ\/WWCyjmtzjQI\/AAAAAAABEHM\/TaeHCaBRmrwYCibcjoDcrqsQ-6ZMCMGmQCLcBGAs\/s640\/DSCN2886.JPG\" width=\"620\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI am a HUGE fan of salads, and vegetables and pasta.\u0026nbsp; Todd, not so much . . . but I am slowly converting him, and bringing him around to my way of thinking.\u0026nbsp; Actually in all truth he loves my salads because, as he says, they are never boring!\u003Cspan\u003E\u003Ca name='more'\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-mMU97oDdG3E\/WWCylYvDL6I\/AAAAAAABEHQ\/HtfOYRWMc-oaJJ4bmOpFlhKrV02LfOZSACLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN2887.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1519\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"606\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-mMU97oDdG3E\/WWCylYvDL6I\/AAAAAAABEHQ\/HtfOYRWMc-oaJJ4bmOpFlhKrV02LfOZSACLcBGAs\/s640\/DSCN2887.JPG\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThis recipe here today is actually one I adapted from one which I found in an old Weight Watchers cookbook.\u0026nbsp; It is filled with colour, flavour, texture and taste!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-eCDmmhqAm3M\/WWCynOwdgfI\/AAAAAAABEHU\/ODQxVryO_LcSEyQTRfiNt6K1jh6tosiDgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN2888.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1572\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"628\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-eCDmmhqAm3M\/WWCynOwdgfI\/AAAAAAABEHU\/ODQxVryO_LcSEyQTRfiNt6K1jh6tosiDgCLcBGAs\/s640\/DSCN2888.JPG\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nI really enjoy these types of salads because they sit well, and taste even better the day after.\u0026nbsp; With plenty of fresh vegetables . . .\u0026nbsp; cauliflower, broccoli, cherry tomatoes and red onions\u0026nbsp; . . . chopped fresh basil.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-ZwP6odHsgmM\/WWCzAllm_0I\/AAAAAAABEHk\/smjc2iaG1xAmIYD4PxjmE2yl-TVcIN0qgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN2889.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1590\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"633\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-ZwP6odHsgmM\/WWCzAllm_0I\/AAAAAAABEHk\/smjc2iaG1xAmIYD4PxjmE2yl-TVcIN0qgCLcBGAs\/s640\/DSCN2889.JPG\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nIt would be even more colourful if you used both golden and red cherry \ntomatoes, and you could add some chopped peppers also for added crunch, colour and fibre.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-VQxKTBD6F_A\/WWCy6caGjhI\/AAAAAAABEHg\/zVe5W5V1wuE_urWDcKsMNoldiXxjsz-6wCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN2890.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1466\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"586\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-VQxKTBD6F_A\/WWCy6caGjhI\/AAAAAAABEHg\/zVe5W5V1wuE_urWDcKsMNoldiXxjsz-6wCLcBGAs\/s640\/DSCN2890.JPG\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;I like to use whole wheat pasta.\u0026nbsp; Not only does it have a nice flavour, but it is also a diabetic friendly complex carbo-hydrate.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-5Z3MitbKuAk\/WWCzOzhmDcI\/AAAAAAABEHo\/4uP7rw7-EEgPW1zFKopvCPKbp31vJdf2ACLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN2891.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1481\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"592\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-5Z3MitbKuAk\/WWCzOzhmDcI\/AAAAAAABEHo\/4uP7rw7-EEgPW1zFKopvCPKbp31vJdf2ACLcBGAs\/s640\/DSCN2891.JPG\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe dressing is flavourful and zest . . .\u0026nbsp; with lemon, garlic, red wine vinegar, some olive oil and some Parmesan cheese, which adds a nice depth of flavour.\u0026nbsp; Use freshly grated. It has more flavour than the packaged stuff. Oh, and I added some crushed pepper flakes for even more flavour.\u0026nbsp; You can leave them out if you want to, but I really like them. Not too much, just a pinch.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-trfq1u4Trng\/WWCzbYaLxsI\/AAAAAAABEHw\/f8VFrh0V-iYtt_fAcG73mO6vQivw0bdfACLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN2892.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1597\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"638\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-trfq1u4Trng\/WWCzbYaLxsI\/AAAAAAABEHw\/f8VFrh0V-iYtt_fAcG73mO6vQivw0bdfACLcBGAs\/s640\/DSCN2892.JPG\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;Quick and easy to make and very tasty!\u0026nbsp; This is a summer salad winner\/winner chicken dinner!\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-PnlFgRxO_x0\/WWCzo85AHhI\/AAAAAAABEH0\/sPgTLfIco4oWGsRTvLiuaapnR8FjGRJKwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN2893.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1496\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"598\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-PnlFgRxO_x0\/WWCzo85AHhI\/AAAAAAABEH0\/sPgTLfIco4oWGsRTvLiuaapnR8FjGRJKwCLcBGAs\/s640\/DSCN2893.JPG\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Pasta Salad Primavera*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nServes 4\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/pasta-salad-primavera\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nLow\n fat and delicious.\u0026nbsp; Whole wheat pasta studded with vibrant crispy \ntender vegetables tossed together with a rich cheese based dressing.\u0026nbsp; \nThis only gets better upon standing.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 TBS finely grated Parmesan Cheese\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 TBS red wine vinegar\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 tsp finely grated lemon zest\u003C\/div\u003E\n4 tsp olive oil\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 clove garlic, peeled and minced\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\npinch of crushed pepper flakes, or to taste\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/2 tsp salt\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper\u003C\/div\u003E\n115g whole wheat fusilli, uncooked(1 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n1\/2 broccoli crown, broken into small florets (about 1 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n1\/2 head cauliflower, broken into small florets (about 1 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n12 cherry tomatoes, halved crosswise\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\na handful of chopped fresh basil (1\/4 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/2 red onion, peeled and finely chopped\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-rDF8uXkGRlI\/WWCzsVcznWI\/AAAAAAABEH8\/NrlIFCspBMkoxA3jiGT6lti1cj9KlnvLwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN2894.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1551\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-rDF8uXkGRlI\/WWCzsVcznWI\/AAAAAAABEH8\/NrlIFCspBMkoxA3jiGT6lti1cj9KlnvLwCLcBGAs\/s640\/DSCN2894.JPG\" width=\"620\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\nWhisk together the cheese, vinegar, lemon zest, oil, garlic, crushed pepper flakes, salt and black pepper.\u0026nbsp; Set aside.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\nCook\n the pasta al dente,\u0026nbsp; according to the package directions. Drain well, \nrinse under cold water to cool, and drain again.\u0026nbsp; Place into a bowl. Set\n aside.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\nSteam the broccoli and caulifower over boiling\n water, just until tender-crisp.\u0026nbsp; Let cool completely. Add to the boil \nwith the pasta.\u0026nbsp; Toss in the cherry tomatoes, basil and onion.\u0026nbsp; Give the\n dressing a good whisk and then stir into the pasta mixture, tossing all\n together to coat.\u0026nbsp; Cover and chill for at least one hour prior to \nserving.\u0026nbsp; Delicious!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n179cal per serving. \u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n6g fat\u003C\/div\u003E\n26g complex carb\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-RRCqx0dDezI\/WWCz0kxJxZI\/AAAAAAABEIA\/pxWAEJiK9e8qxJX-jQ45y7yULBPM82nowCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN2898.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1532\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"612\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-RRCqx0dDezI\/WWCz0kxJxZI\/AAAAAAABEIA\/pxWAEJiK9e8qxJX-jQ45y7yULBPM82nowCLcBGAs\/s640\/DSCN2898.JPG\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;With the addition of some chopped cooked chicken or fish, it would \nbecome a delicious main dish salad as well.\u0026nbsp; Tuna or salmon would be \nexcellent!\u0026nbsp; Bon Appetit!\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/feeds\/2574365103701300173\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2017\/07\/pasta-salad-primavera.html#comment-form","title":"2 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/2574365103701300173"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/2574365103701300173"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2017\/07\/pasta-salad-primavera.html","title":"Pasta Salad Primavera"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Marie Rayner"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00407913432222377267"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzMjK9JXF9J07LjT7q87CzFr7lfbY_b46M6Ckbl4uoouXZe8fbXl8jvYZLZFb_ifxpDJ6VrklMQnta28K-9eJR25vccys5WempX6-vlNwIc3v8H5_Mg12SYfbzVf0Ucg\/s220\/profile+pic.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-4121xkBAAWQ\/WWCyjmtzjQI\/AAAAAAABEHM\/TaeHCaBRmrwYCibcjoDcrqsQ-6ZMCMGmQCLcBGAs\/s72-c\/DSCN2886.JPG","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"2"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7100882347408067241.post-5608765005793095345"},"published":{"$t":"2017-06-24T04:00:00.000+01:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2019-07-03T15:29:26.720+01:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Desserts"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Lightened up recipes"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"low fat options"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"low sugar"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"summer"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Lighter Strawberry Shortcake"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-s2OXUJ83b5Q\/WU0A2uVQotI\/AAAAAAABB2E\/eXJF6AS6U4M4M9CSV6WO0ttQvcmrggl9QCLcBGAs\/s1600\/Cover%2Bberry%2Bshortcake.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Lighter Strawberry Shortcake\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1526\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"381\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-s2OXUJ83b5Q\/WU0A2uVQotI\/AAAAAAABB2E\/eXJF6AS6U4M4M9CSV6WO0ttQvcmrggl9QCLcBGAs\/s400\/Cover%2Bberry%2Bshortcake.JPG\" title=\"Lighter Strawberry Shortcake\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nOne of the things I love most about this time of year is Strawberry Shortcake.\u0026nbsp; Of course my mom made the best strawberry shortcake.\u0026nbsp; She used biscuits and filled with them crushed berries and whipped cream, or ice cream, depending on what she had ready to hand. You can find that recipe \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/theenglishkitchen.blogspot.co.uk\/2013\/07\/moms-strawberry-shortcake.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003Ehere\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E.\u0026nbsp; Its not low fat or low sugar, but it is high on deliciousness!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/--X1PFPAzKw0\/WU0BKGseN1I\/AAAAAAABB2U\/Px5K-UhTploDukhxBmc31jQNoS4ny4qgQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN2559.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Lighter Strawberry Shortcake\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1544\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"385\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/--X1PFPAzKw0\/WU0BKGseN1I\/AAAAAAABB2U\/Px5K-UhTploDukhxBmc31jQNoS4ny4qgQCLcBGAs\/s400\/DSCN2559.JPG\" title=\"Lighter Strawberry Shortcake\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nAs a diabetic, I am always looking for ways to lighten things up and hopefully still \nkeep them delicious. \u0026nbsp; I got a book from Gooseberry Patch a number of \nmonths back called Comfort Food, Lightened Up.\u0026nbsp; It's filled with 330 \nrecipes of your favourite foods, made healthier and lighter. \u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-QXRfgsLEpKQ\/WU0BJLxnJhI\/AAAAAAABB2Q\/8yOE845wazctlFRtnGSrkw9BTsrXGJHBACLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN2560.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Lighter Strawberry Shortcake\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1526\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"381\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-QXRfgsLEpKQ\/WU0BJLxnJhI\/AAAAAAABB2Q\/8yOE845wazctlFRtnGSrkw9BTsrXGJHBACLcBGAs\/s400\/DSCN2560.JPG\" title=\"Lighter Strawberry Shortcake\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nWe grow our own strawberries and they are coming fast and furious at the moment.\u0026nbsp; It is a race to see who will get to them first, us, or the birds\u0026nbsp; . . .\u0026nbsp; or the slugs.\u0026nbsp; Meh!\u0026nbsp; Everyone's got to eat I guess!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-Uy7WqwEPaN4\/WU0BP-z96UI\/AAAAAAABB2Y\/BeOgkfvERnEKns1uXwiJk7YA5D27i4N0wCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN2561.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Lighter Strawberry Shortcake\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1593\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-Uy7WqwEPaN4\/WU0BP-z96UI\/AAAAAAABB2Y\/BeOgkfvERnEKns1uXwiJk7YA5D27i4N0wCLcBGAs\/s400\/DSCN2561.JPG\" title=\"Lighter Strawberry Shortcake\" width=\"397\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nWhen I saw this recipe for a lightened up version for Strawberry Shortcake, I really wanted to try it out. It didn't use the biscuits my mother always used, but it did include a delicious low fat and sugar sponge.\u0026nbsp; It sounded quite promising!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-HpxNoqyi8Dc\/WU0BvV6j1hI\/AAAAAAABB2g\/nMeDtMvahpEcqHWi1_d0rzNF2S3Vae-LACLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN2562.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Lighter Strawberry Shortcake\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1558\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-HpxNoqyi8Dc\/WU0BvV6j1hI\/AAAAAAABB2g\/nMeDtMvahpEcqHWi1_d0rzNF2S3Vae-LACLcBGAs\/s400\/DSCN2562.JPG\" title=\"Lighter Strawberry Shortcake\" width=\"388\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI had some sour milk in the refrigerator left from when we were on our holiday and so I used that instead of regular milk, adapting the recipe to do so.\u0026nbsp; The cake worked out beautifully and is light and moist . . .\u0026nbsp; not very sweet, but you can't have it all.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-zBB6Kade2A0\/WU0B9Fkx-DI\/AAAAAAABB2o\/Pt21ypraU18mGjiRRuJ_dPfSDI71lGNgQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN2563.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Lighter Strawberry Shortcake\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1528\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"381\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-zBB6Kade2A0\/WU0B9Fkx-DI\/AAAAAAABB2o\/Pt21ypraU18mGjiRRuJ_dPfSDI71lGNgQCLcBGAs\/s400\/DSCN2563.JPG\" title=\"Lighter Strawberry Shortcake\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nIf I could choose to do anything differently it would be to crush the berries lightly instead of just slicing them.\u0026nbsp; I think crushed berries would be even nicer.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-yqzJrfqXbBU\/WU0B_GLXMKI\/AAAAAAABB2s\/mLZDf6SJ0lAEMrt9ii9UQfx5BlcL_NcAgCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN2564.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Lighter Strawberry Shortcake\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1563\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"390\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-yqzJrfqXbBU\/WU0B_GLXMKI\/AAAAAAABB2s\/mLZDf6SJ0lAEMrt9ii9UQfx5BlcL_NcAgCLcBGAs\/s400\/DSCN2564.JPG\" title=\"Lighter Strawberry Shortcake\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nNo, it did not compare to my mothers . . .\u0026nbsp; not in the least, but it was still very good.\u0026nbsp; And I won't complain about that!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-AtQLXhuLQEs\/WU0CJGa1i8I\/AAAAAAABB20\/Pd5tUIZsC8U7CG0_jpO6FsB_fpx7yRmkQCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN2565.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Lighter Strawberry Shortcake\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1594\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-AtQLXhuLQEs\/WU0CJGa1i8I\/AAAAAAABB20\/Pd5tUIZsC8U7CG0_jpO6FsB_fpx7yRmkQCLcBGAs\/s400\/DSCN2565.JPG\" title=\"Lighter Strawberry Shortcake\" width=\"397\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nSo, if you are looking for a cake that you can have and eat too, then this might be the one.\u0026nbsp; The cake on its own would be lovely split and filled with whipped cream and lemon curd . . .\u0026nbsp; just saying.\u0026nbsp; It's a great basic cake.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-bdVnupz6xy8\/WU0CkFZsVyI\/AAAAAAABB3A\/9a27wLvgPTQoOUAMGVGyGhV4L-YXoQj1ACLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN2566.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Lighter Strawberry Shortcake\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1519\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"378\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-bdVnupz6xy8\/WU0CkFZsVyI\/AAAAAAABB3A\/9a27wLvgPTQoOUAMGVGyGhV4L-YXoQj1ACLcBGAs\/s400\/DSCN2566.JPG\" title=\"Lighter Strawberry Shortcake\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI am sitting here imagining it split and filled with all sorts . . .\u0026nbsp; crushed raspberries, peaches . . . rhubarb compote!\u0026nbsp; Mmmm . . .\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-c69k40MJa-g\/WU0CoyBr7BI\/AAAAAAABB3E\/utpAoKJ9vGQ-KsaY67-JldFwrPIJDWPYACLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN2569.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Lighter Strawberry Shortcake\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1569\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-c69k40MJa-g\/WU0CoyBr7BI\/AAAAAAABB3E\/utpAoKJ9vGQ-KsaY67-JldFwrPIJDWPYACLcBGAs\/s400\/DSCN2569.JPG\" title=\"Lighter Strawberry Shortcake\" width=\"391\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Lighter Strawberry Shortcake*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nMakes 12 servings\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/lighter-strawberry-shortcake\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nA\n lighter version of an old favourite with less fat and sugar in the cake\n than a regular recipe.\u0026nbsp; I developed it to use up some sour milk, but if\n you don't have sour milk, you can use regular milk. Just leave out the \nbaking soda.\u0026nbsp; With light whipped topping, one serving of this will only \nbe about 157 calories.\u0026nbsp; And it's delicious. You can't complain about \nthat!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n60g butter, softened (1\/4 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n95g white sugar (1\/2 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 large free range egg, beaten\u003C\/div\u003E\n280g of plain flour\u003C\/div\u003E\n4 tsp baking powder\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/2 tsp bicarbonate of soda (baking soda, leave out if using regular milk)\u003C\/div\u003E\n225ml sour milk (can use regular milk, 1 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 tsp vanilla extract\u003C\/div\u003E\n605g of fresh strawberries (4 cups)\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003Eto serve:\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nlight whipped topping\u003C\/div\u003E\nicing sugar to dust\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nPreheat\n the oven to 180*C\/350*F\/ gas mark 4.\u0026nbsp; Spray a 13 X 9 inch baking tin \nwith some low fat non-stick baking spray. Set aside.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nCream \ntogether the sugar and butter until combined and fluffy.\u0026nbsp; Beat in the \negg and vanilla.\u0026nbsp; Sift together the plain flour, baking powder, soda and\n salt.\u0026nbsp; Add to the creamed mixture alternately with the sour milk, \nbeginning and ending with the flour mixture.\u0026nbsp; Spread the batter into the\n prepared pan.\u0026nbsp; Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until golden brown, risen and \nthe top springs back when lightly touched.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\nHull and slice the berries.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nCool\n completely before serving.\u0026nbsp; To serve cut into squares and split.\u0026nbsp; Place\n the bottom halves on serving plates. Top each with some of the prepared\n berries and 1 TBS of light topping.\u0026nbsp; Place the top of the cake squares \non top.\u0026nbsp; Garnish with another TBS of lilght topping and some more sliced\n berries.\u0026nbsp; Dust with icing sugar and serve immediately.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-5euXDxkADco\/WU0CxdcUYNI\/AAAAAAABB3I\/m5n1QuEZTu4mo-QO74QnnY18-IawhQ4OwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/DSCN2571.JPG\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Lighter Strawberry Shortcake\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1513\" data-original-width=\"1600\" height=\"377\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-5euXDxkADco\/WU0CxdcUYNI\/AAAAAAABB3I\/m5n1QuEZTu4mo-QO74QnnY18-IawhQ4OwCLcBGAs\/s400\/DSCN2571.JPG\" title=\"Lighter Strawberry Shortcake\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\nDo I miss the old version . . .\u0026nbsp; my mum's . . .\u0026nbsp; yes, I probably always will, but its nice to know that there is a lighter lower fat version I could indulge in every now and then.\u0026nbsp; I suppose you could also use a sweetener in this that measures like for like the same as sugar in the place of the sugar and that would work too.\u0026nbsp; This did satisfy a craving of sorts . . . sigh\u0026nbsp; . . .\u0026nbsp; Bon Appetit!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-yZew9JuFh7s\/XRy7t3h9ZbI\/AAAAAAACimM\/YX7Y2YpIt7cjYGhXxXg0bUBCVew1iUmfwCLcBGAs\/s1600\/Marie-Signature-Transparent.png\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"400\" data-original-width=\"500\" height=\"160\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-yZew9JuFh7s\/XRy7t3h9ZbI\/AAAAAAACimM\/YX7Y2YpIt7cjYGhXxXg0bUBCVew1iUmfwCLcBGAs\/s200\/Marie-Signature-Transparent.png\" width=\"200\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/feeds\/5608765005793095345\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2017\/06\/lighter-strawberry-shortcake.html#comment-form","title":"4 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/5608765005793095345"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/5608765005793095345"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2017\/06\/lighter-strawberry-shortcake.html","title":"Lighter Strawberry Shortcake"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Marie Rayner"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00407913432222377267"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzMjK9JXF9J07LjT7q87CzFr7lfbY_b46M6Ckbl4uoouXZe8fbXl8jvYZLZFb_ifxpDJ6VrklMQnta28K-9eJR25vccys5WempX6-vlNwIc3v8H5_Mg12SYfbzVf0Ucg\/s220\/profile+pic.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-s2OXUJ83b5Q\/WU0A2uVQotI\/AAAAAAABB2E\/eXJF6AS6U4M4M9CSV6WO0ttQvcmrggl9QCLcBGAs\/s72-c\/Cover%2Bberry%2Bshortcake.JPG","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"4"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7100882347408067241.post-8839961457984566711"},"published":{"$t":"2017-02-17T04:00:00.001+00:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2021-06-13T05:05:44.722+01:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"low fat options"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"sides"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Broccoli \u0026 Potato Casserole"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\"Broccoli \u0026amp; Potato Casserole\" border=\"0\" height=\"464\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN5416_zpsmevvves8.jpg\" title=\"Broccoli \u0026amp; Potato Casserole\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nOne of my favourite soups has to be broccoli and cheese soup.\u0026nbsp; I just love it.\u0026nbsp; I love broccoli anyways, and when you combine it with cheese, well\u0026nbsp; . . . that is just a match made in heaven.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis delicious casserole today had very similar ingredients as broccoli cheese soup, except it's not soup, it's a fabulous casserole that will have your family scrambling for seconds!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\"Broccoli \u0026amp; Potato Casserole\" border=\"0\" height=\"544\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN5417_zps5oshrqbi.jpg\" title=\"Broccoli \u0026amp; Potato Casserole\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nIt also makes great use of leftover baked potatoes.\u0026nbsp; In fact if I am going to bake some potatoes for supper, I always throw a few extra into the oven just so that I can make this tasty casserole the day after!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt never hurts to have already cooked potatoes on tap!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\"Broccoli \u0026amp; Potato Casserole\" border=\"0\" height=\"594\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN5418_zpscypmg8ff.jpg\" title=\"Broccoli \u0026amp; Potato Casserole\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;I call it Skinny Broccoli and Potato Casserole because I used to make it with full fat ingredients, but now I make it with low fat or no fat ingredients, which cuts back on the calories quite a bit.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt is surprising how easy it is to cut back on fat and calories with just a few substitutions!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\"Broccoli \u0026amp; Potato Casserole\" border=\"0\" height=\"592\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN5419_zps4sawshhw.jpg\" title=\"Broccoli \u0026amp; Potato Casserole\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;And, NO, that doesn't mean you get to eat twice as much as you normally would.\u0026nbsp; You just eat the same amount as you usually do and feel good about eating a bit healthier.\u0026nbsp; Everybody wins!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\"Broccoli \u0026amp; Potato Casserole\" border=\"0\" height=\"582\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN5420_zpsu06bzjnh.jpg\" title=\"Broccoli \u0026amp; Potato Casserole\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nFat free sour cream\u0026nbsp; . . .\u0026nbsp; low fat cheddar and mozzarella cheeses . . .\u0026nbsp; skimmed milk.\u0026nbsp; Combined with chopped baked potatoes, cooked broccoli and spring onions and you are in for a real treat that doesn't taste low fat at all.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt's every bit as rich tasting as the original . . .\u0026nbsp; which probably had a lot more cheese in it as well, but what the heck! \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\"Broccoli \u0026amp; Potato Casserole\" border=\"0\" height=\"616\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN5421_zpscqfq8jvc.jpg\" title=\"Broccoli \u0026amp; Potato Casserole\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThese days I am just happy if there is any cheese in anything!\u0026nbsp; Seriously you are going to love this.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI could eat a plate of this and be quite happy with nothing else. I really do love my veggies, and broccoli and potatoes are two of my all time favourites from the vegetable kingdom!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\"Broccoli \u0026amp; Potato Casserole\" border=\"0\" height=\"464\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN54161_zps7ipvctdv.jpg\" title=\"Broccoli \u0026amp; Potato Casserole\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Skinny Broccoli and Potato Casserole*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nServes 4\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/skinny-broccoli-and-potato-casserole\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nIt's like your favourite broccoli soup in a casserole.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Delicious and simple to make.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n3 medium baking potatoes, baked and cooled\u003C\/div\u003E\n125g of low fat sour cream (1\/2 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n60ml skimmed milk (1\/4 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/4 tsp black pepper\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/4 tsp salt\u003C\/div\u003E\npinch each garlic powder and onion powder\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 spring onions, trimmed and thinly sliced\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 large head of broccoli, broken into florets and steamed until crispy tender\u003C\/div\u003E\n(I peel and chop up the stem and add it as well)\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n60g of reduced fat strong cheddar cheese, shredded (1\/2 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n55g of low fat Mozzarella, shredded (1\/2 cup)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\"Broccoli \u0026amp; Potato Casserole\" border=\"0\" height=\"581\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN5422_zpsd5qbpnxf.jpg\" title=\"Broccoli \u0026amp; Potato Casserole\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\nPreheat the oven to 190*C\/375*F\/ gas mark 5.\u0026nbsp; Spray a shallow casserole dish with low fat cooking spray. \u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\"Broccoli \u0026amp; Potato Casserole\" border=\"0\" height=\"598\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN5427_zpswulsz4x5.jpg\" title=\"Broccoli \u0026amp; Potato Casserole\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nReserve\n a couple of tablespoons of cheese (1 of each) and then combine all of \nthe remaining ingredients together.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Spread into the casserole dish.\u0026nbsp; \nBake in the heated oven for 15 to 20 minute.\u0026nbsp; Remove from the oven and \nscatter the reserved cheese over top and return to the oven just to melt\n the cheese.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Serve hot.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\"Broccoli \u0026amp; Potato Casserole\" border=\"0\" height=\"586\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN5428_zpspw6znllr.jpg\" title=\"Broccoli \u0026amp; Potato Casserole\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe real challenge is keeping the pounds off of me!\u0026nbsp; Oh, I wish I could eat whatever without having to worry about it.\u0026nbsp; Sigh . . .\u0026nbsp; Bon Appetit!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E This content (written and photography) is the sole property of The \nEnglish Kitchen. Any reposting or misuse is not permitted. If you are \nreading this elsewhere, please know that it is stolen content and you \nmay report it to me at: mariealicejoan at aol dot com Thanks so much for\n visiting. Do come again!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bloglovin.com\/blog\/1655969\/?claim=rgaz8v5xsgj\" style=\"-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; box-sizing: border-box; color: #161616; text-decoration-line: none; transition: all 0.25s ease-in-out 0s;\"\u003EFollow my blog with Bloglovin\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/p\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/feeds\/8839961457984566711\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2017\/02\/broccoli-potato-casserole.html#comment-form","title":"8 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/8839961457984566711"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/8839961457984566711"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2017\/02\/broccoli-potato-casserole.html","title":"Broccoli \u0026 Potato Casserole"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Marie Rayner"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00407913432222377267"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzMjK9JXF9J07LjT7q87CzFr7lfbY_b46M6Ckbl4uoouXZe8fbXl8jvYZLZFb_ifxpDJ6VrklMQnta28K-9eJR25vccys5WempX6-vlNwIc3v8H5_Mg12SYfbzVf0Ucg\/s220\/profile+pic.jpg"}}],"thr$total":{"$t":"8"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7100882347408067241.post-7370130479410554049"},"published":{"$t":"2017-01-01T04:00:00.001+00:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2021-03-02T13:07:21.620+00:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"comfort foods."},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"healthy options"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"low fat options"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"side dishes"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"simple sauces"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"simple side dishes"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"vegetables"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"A Lighter Green Bean Casserole"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-8f4sa8PajaI\/WGO4SDX8IRI\/AAAAAAAAf6E\/d4-H-ccIONkJw3Tl-lS6K0F7duy4RkG_gCLcB\/s1600\/DSCN0294.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"A Lighter Green Bean Casserole\" border=\"0\" height=\"624\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-8f4sa8PajaI\/WGO4SDX8IRI\/AAAAAAAAf6E\/d4-H-ccIONkJw3Tl-lS6K0F7duy4RkG_gCLcB\/w640-h624\/DSCN0294.JPG\" title=\"A Lighter Green Bean Casserole\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nA lighter Green Bean Casserole.\u0026nbsp; This tasty recipe for a green bean casserole from scratch, never fails to please.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EI can remember the very first time I tasted Green Bean Casserole.\u0026nbsp; I was 10 years old.\u0026nbsp; We were on our way to Nova Scotia from Manitoba and my parents had decided to go through the states to get there.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EMy mother's cousin Polly and her family lived (and still do) in Vermont.\u0026nbsp; We spent some time visiting with them and enjoying their hospitality.\u0026nbsp; Supper was served out in their garden at a picnic table and Green Bean Casserole was on the menu.\u0026nbsp; It was love at first bite.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-Uu3sFpRS3T4\/WGO4RX2hiHI\/AAAAAAAAf6A\/dr5d19J5krgPi_KWR9HKlN0SsQog4uc7gCLcB\/s1600\/DSCN0295.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"A Lighter Green Bean Casserole\" border=\"0\" height=\"616\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-Uu3sFpRS3T4\/WGO4RX2hiHI\/AAAAAAAAf6A\/dr5d19J5krgPi_KWR9HKlN0SsQog4uc7gCLcB\/w640-h616\/DSCN0295.JPG\" title=\"A Lighter Green Bean Casserole\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nI have to say that no green bean casserole I have ever tasted since has come close to the memory of the taste of that one we enjoyed\u0026nbsp; in the dusk of an early summer evening,\u0026nbsp; sitting at that picnic table outside that old house on top of a Vermont hillside.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EI am sure it was the company which made it even more delicious.\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-BhRfZRfx-XA\/WGO4XEt2j9I\/AAAAAAAAf6I\/wV_AomwTy-oQXT_OEPp0EWW4nH6Zd5PmACLcB\/s1600\/DSCN0296.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"A Lighter Green Bean Casserole\" border=\"0\" height=\"573\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-BhRfZRfx-XA\/WGO4XEt2j9I\/AAAAAAAAf6I\/wV_AomwTy-oQXT_OEPp0EWW4nH6Zd5PmACLcB\/w640-h573\/DSCN0296.JPG\" title=\"A Lighter Green Bean Casserole\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nThis is a lighter version of that.\u0026nbsp; There are no cream soups involved.\u0026nbsp; I make my own sauce.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EThere is plenty of caramelized fresh onion, which more than makes up for the lack of tinned french fried onions.\u0026nbsp; There is plenty of crunch on top from crushed cracker crumbs . . . \u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-w0cZTeT7S9E\/WGO4wvMsGFI\/AAAAAAAAf6Y\/eTPulbIppUMebg7zBvBPlbqyxYCHAWEpwCLcB\/s1600\/DSCN0297.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"A Lighter Green Bean Casserole\" border=\"0\" height=\"584\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-w0cZTeT7S9E\/WGO4wvMsGFI\/AAAAAAAAf6Y\/eTPulbIppUMebg7zBvBPlbqyxYCHAWEpwCLcB\/w640-h584\/DSCN0297.JPG\" title=\"A Lighter Green Bean Casserole\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;I could sit and eat a whole plate of this and nothing else.\u0026nbsp; It pleases me that much.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EIt went very well with the Gingersnap Glazed Ham I baked the other day.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-JJlIq6lCSdI\/WGO4_AyWvlI\/AAAAAAAAf6k\/5OywAS-DMgMZrQLatiuFYr7TnuYNqZ-egCLcB\/s1600\/DSCN0298.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"A Lighter Green Bean Casserole\" border=\"0\" height=\"619\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-JJlIq6lCSdI\/WGO4_AyWvlI\/AAAAAAAAf6k\/5OywAS-DMgMZrQLatiuFYr7TnuYNqZ-egCLcB\/w640-h619\/DSCN0298.JPG\" title=\"A Lighter Green Bean Casserole\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nIt felt good to be eating something a little bit lighter than all of that indulgence of our Christmas feasting.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EThis is a dish I make every now and again, and everytime I do I ask myself why I don't make it more often. \u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-LGOkIVsUMaE\/WGO5G6APhrI\/AAAAAAAAf6w\/nyXgd3KwZQ0oWzc4FXOvmUPlk86QXQ4YACLcB\/s1600\/DSCN0299.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"A Lighter Green Bean Casserole\" border=\"0\" height=\"595\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-LGOkIVsUMaE\/WGO5G6APhrI\/AAAAAAAAf6w\/nyXgd3KwZQ0oWzc4FXOvmUPlk86QXQ4YACLcB\/w640-h595\/DSCN0299.JPG\" title=\"A Lighter Green Bean Casserole\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nProbably because it is a dish I reserve for special occasions, choosing in my every day life to eat my vegetables simply steamed . . . were it not so, I daren't think of the size I would be. \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EIn any case its a new year and there is no better way to begin it than with a happy memory and a delicious side dish.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-EqzntEpM0l8\/WGO5ZTGJpSI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/W8nIrsWYJfIOsm6K9fqYdT5aCNxEprpegCLcB\/s1600\/DSCN0300.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"A Lighter Green Bean Casserole\" border=\"0\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-EqzntEpM0l8\/WGO5ZTGJpSI\/AAAAAAAAf64\/W8nIrsWYJfIOsm6K9fqYdT5aCNxEprpegCLcB\/w640-h576\/DSCN0300.JPG\" title=\"A Lighter Green Bean Casserole\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*A Lighter Green Bean Casserole*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nServes 4 - 6\u003C\/div\u003E\n(Depending on appetites)\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/a-lighter-green-bean-casserole\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nThis\n is delicious and a lot lighter than the one which uses cream soups.\u0026nbsp; \nBlanching the green beans in advance helps to preserve their green \ncolour.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n410g of fresh green beans (about 15 ounces) stemmed and cut in half crosswise\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/2 large spanish onion, peeled and chopped\u003C\/div\u003E\n225ml warm chicken broth (1 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n4 TBS butter\u003C\/div\u003E\n4 TBS flour\u003C\/div\u003E\nsalt and freshly ground black pepper to taste\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n1\/2 tsp dried thyme leaves\u003C\/div\u003E\n12 round buttery crackers, crumbled\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-QCSDPto4mKc\/WGO50nK40VI\/AAAAAAAAf7M\/Be5oa_1U7hAc2zWIsLtH9JsEa0tMJMKmQCLcB\/s1600\/DSCN0301.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"A Lighter Green Bean Casserole\" border=\"0\" height=\"589\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-QCSDPto4mKc\/WGO50nK40VI\/AAAAAAAAf7M\/Be5oa_1U7hAc2zWIsLtH9JsEa0tMJMKmQCLcB\/w640-h589\/DSCN0301.JPG\" title=\"A Lighter Green Bean Casserole\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nBring a pot of lightly salted water to the boil.\u0026nbsp; Blanche the \ngreen beans in the boiling water for 3 minutes.\u0026nbsp; Drain well and set \naside.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nMelt the butter in a saucepan over medium low heat.\u0026nbsp;\n Add the chopped onion, reduce the heat to low and cook, stirring \nfrequently, over low heat until the onions begin to caramelize.\u0026nbsp; This \nwill take about 10 minutes.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nPreheat the oven to 180*C\/350*F\/ gas mark 4.\u0026nbsp; Butter a shallow casserole dish.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-lAQWahFH90E\/WGO50ei60jI\/AAAAAAAAf7I\/EbSbSFk1sXYgxchy6Uk0iQcIOH-EhpLLgCLcB\/s1600\/DSCN0302.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"A Lighter Green Bean Casserole\" border=\"0\" height=\"589\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-lAQWahFH90E\/WGO50ei60jI\/AAAAAAAAf7I\/EbSbSFk1sXYgxchy6Uk0iQcIOH-EhpLLgCLcB\/w640-h589\/DSCN0302.JPG\" title=\"A Lighter Green Bean Casserole\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nSprinkle the flour over the onions in the saucepan.\u0026nbsp; Cook, stirring for \nseveral minutes.\u0026nbsp; Whisk in the warm chicken broth.\u0026nbsp; Whisk constantly \nuntil thickened.\u0026nbsp; (It will be fairly thick.)\u0026nbsp; Taste and adjust seasoning\n with salt and black pepper.\u0026nbsp; Stir in the thyme leaves. \u0026nbsp; Add the green \nbeans and stir well to coat.\u0026nbsp; Spread in the casserole dish.\u0026nbsp; Crumble the\n crackers over top..\u0026nbsp; Cover tightly with a buttered sheet of foil.\u0026nbsp; (In truth I spritz it with a bit of low fat cooking spray.) \u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-3-hU-fL22Vw\/WGO5__KBZsI\/AAAAAAAAf7c\/CWb-9LUkBwwPPFqPEO4XYGevAxpj6CvbgCLcB\/s1600\/DSCN0303.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"A Lighter Green Bean Casserole\" border=\"0\" height=\"571\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-3-hU-fL22Vw\/WGO5__KBZsI\/AAAAAAAAf7c\/CWb-9LUkBwwPPFqPEO4XYGevAxpj6CvbgCLcB\/w640-h571\/DSCN0303.JPG\" title=\"A Lighter Green Bean Casserole\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nBake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes covered.\u0026nbsp; Uncover and \nbake for 15 to 20 minutes longer, until the beans are tender and the \nsauce is bubbling and the top is golden brown.\u0026nbsp; Remove and keep warm.\u0026nbsp; \nServe warm as a delicious side dish.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; 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text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-Rua-LgnGDnc\/WBH2uqCt1cI\/AAAAAAAAWM0\/lQFsfoxPlMYak9KjD8uMWWZc1St-LxfSQCLcB\/s1600\/DSCN9545.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Loaded Chicken and Potato Casserole\" border=\"0\" height=\"618\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-Rua-LgnGDnc\/WBH2uqCt1cI\/AAAAAAAAWM0\/lQFsfoxPlMYak9KjD8uMWWZc1St-LxfSQCLcB\/w640-h618\/DSCN9545.JPG\" title=\"Loaded Chicken and Potato Casserole\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nI had some leftover chicken to use up the other day, so I must apologise in advance for showing you yet another chicken recipe.\u0026nbsp; I am sure you will soon tire of me and all my chicken.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EIts just so affordable and in all honesty we each more chicken in this house than anything else.\u0026nbsp; It's adaptable and makes for a delicious variety of\u0026nbsp; delicious dishes like this tasty casserole!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-kulFXk1jg_Y\/WBH2yD8roaI\/AAAAAAAAWNU\/56N1Dcc39qkIM1Tkh5sQmTRyzNrsAdlGwCEw\/s1600\/DSCN9547.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Loaded Chicken and Potato Casserole\" border=\"0\" height=\"632\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-kulFXk1jg_Y\/WBH2yD8roaI\/AAAAAAAAWNU\/56N1Dcc39qkIM1Tkh5sQmTRyzNrsAdlGwCEw\/w640-h632\/DSCN9547.JPG\" title=\"Loaded Chicken and Potato Casserole\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nI found the original recipe on Pinterest, attributed to \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.deliciousasitlooks.com\/2013\/05\/loaded-baked-potato-chicken-casserole.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EDelicious as it Looks\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, but there are about a bazillion of these recipes floating about.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;I made a few adaptations and changes to suit our tastes and to make it a tiny bit less calorific and fatty.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-5Bv0JQSIj0o\/WBH29pFvAcI\/AAAAAAAAWNU\/CDdbYohGIxINPWqN4aMIINOlsPD2XO5hgCEw\/s1600\/DSCN9548.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Loaded Chicken and Potato Casserole\" border=\"0\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-5Bv0JQSIj0o\/WBH29pFvAcI\/AAAAAAAAWNU\/CDdbYohGIxINPWqN4aMIINOlsPD2XO5hgCEw\/w626-h640\/DSCN9548.JPG\" title=\"Loaded Chicken and Potato Casserole\" width=\"626\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;I added some cubed sweet potato.\u0026nbsp; We like sweet potatoes and they are quite good for you, being filled with beta carotine and anti oxidents.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-97oRELrkR0A\/WBH3Bj-WLaI\/AAAAAAAAWNc\/T6dXPM_bePAyz_CAjkIOOZQce8N48vG2ACEw\/s1600\/DSCN9549.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Loaded Chicken and Potato Casserole\" border=\"0\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-97oRELrkR0A\/WBH3Bj-WLaI\/AAAAAAAAWNc\/T6dXPM_bePAyz_CAjkIOOZQce8N48vG2ACEw\/w619-h640\/DSCN9549.JPG\" title=\"Loaded Chicken and Potato Casserole\" width=\"619\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nI cut waaaaay down on the butter used.\u0026nbsp; The original recipe called for about 3 times the amount I used, and in all truth, I think (after having made it) you could cut it out all together.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EI don't see that it really adds much of anything other than fat.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-3OxckxzNCVA\/WBH3E8zWz4I\/AAAAAAAAWNc\/pY7CZFtiOxMJUWEIn_dwePNHekzqfl1vQCEw\/s1600\/DSCN9550.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Loaded Chicken and Potato Casserole\" border=\"0\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-3OxckxzNCVA\/WBH3E8zWz4I\/AAAAAAAAWNc\/pY7CZFtiOxMJUWEIn_dwePNHekzqfl1vQCEw\/w640-h600\/DSCN9550.JPG\" title=\"Loaded Chicken and Potato Casserole\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;I had some baked ham in the fridge and so I added some of that chopped instead of bacon or Canadian bacon.\u0026nbsp; Again, lower in salt and fat.\u0026nbsp; Also instead of cream I used low fat evaporated milk.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;It worked very well.\u0026nbsp; I added some hot pepper sauce for extra flavour and used a lower fat cheese which helped to keep the fat content down as well.\u0026nbsp; I chose to use all of the spring onion, for flavour, instead of just the tops.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-kuijTVxxlkU\/WBH3H7MQpZI\/AAAAAAAAWNc\/P1pUWPO40g8LAKzzgPj20dSC42_nuiicACEw\/s1600\/DSCN9551.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Loaded Chicken and Potato Casserole\" border=\"0\" height=\"618\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-kuijTVxxlkU\/WBH3H7MQpZI\/AAAAAAAAWNc\/P1pUWPO40g8LAKzzgPj20dSC42_nuiicACEw\/w640-h618\/DSCN9551.JPG\" title=\"Loaded Chicken and Potato Casserole\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\nAltogether this was really, really delicious.\u0026nbsp; I served green beans with it and it went down a real treat!\u0026nbsp; It felt and tasted indulgent. \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003ENext time I may add a few other vegetables as well and cut down on the potatoes.\u0026nbsp; Scrummy yummy!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-7oVSmY6LCcE\/WBH3QC_tJAI\/AAAAAAAAWNc\/e_auTf0BYbE6qnzAl0_iY971hrvCkJScgCEw\/s1600\/DSCN9554.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Loaded Chicken and Potato Casserole\" border=\"0\" height=\"557\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-7oVSmY6LCcE\/WBH3QC_tJAI\/AAAAAAAAWNc\/e_auTf0BYbE6qnzAl0_iY971hrvCkJScgCEw\/w640-h557\/DSCN9554.JPG\" title=\"Loaded Chicken and Potato Casserole\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Loaded Chicken and Potato Casserole*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nServes 2 - 3\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/loaded-chicken-and-potato-casserole\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\nA delicious potato casserole that I adapted from another site.\u0026nbsp; I tried to cut down on the fat and make it a bit healthier.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E1\/4 teaspoon salt or to taste\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n1\/2 heaping teaspoon\u0026nbsp;sugar\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n3 heavy dashes ground black pepper\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n1\/2 tsp hot pepper sauce\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n1\/4 (60ml) cup heavy whipping cream (Or 1\/4 cup (60ml) low fat evaporated milk)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n2 medium-sized potatoes, peeled and cut into cubes\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cut into cubes\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\n2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, poached and cut into cubes\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n2 TBS chopped baked ham or Canadian Bacon, or bacon bits\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n1 heaping cup shredded cheddar cheese (120g)\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n2 spring onions, sliced\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-o4Tl3Zui59A\/WBH3N4vBldI\/AAAAAAAAWNc\/zh4o9rWjPZUH3F09cJnuFG00_6bMqGrngCEw\/s1600\/DSCN9552.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Loaded Chicken and Potato Casserole\" border=\"0\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-o4Tl3Zui59A\/WBH3N4vBldI\/AAAAAAAAWNc\/zh4o9rWjPZUH3F09cJnuFG00_6bMqGrngCEw\/w640-h600\/DSCN9552.JPG\" title=\"Loaded Chicken and Potato Casserole\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\nButter\n a 9 inch square baking dish.\u0026nbsp; Lightly spray with low fat cooking \nspray.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Place the cubed potatoes and sweet potatoes into the dish in an\n even layer.\u0026nbsp; Cover with plastic cling film.\u0026nbsp; Microwave for about 3 \nminutes.\u0026nbsp; Remove from the microwave.\u0026nbsp; Preheat the oven to 180*C\/350*F\/ \ngas mark 4.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Sprinkle the chicken over top of the potatoes.\u0026nbsp; Sprinkle \non the Canadian bacon\/ham\/bacon bits.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\nSprinkle with the\n spring onions and half of\u0026nbsp; the cheese.\u0026nbsp; Whisk together the salt, sugar,\n black pepper, hot pepper sauce and cream\/evaporated milk.\u0026nbsp; Drizzle with\n the cream mixture.\u0026nbsp; Cover tightly with foil.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Bake in the preheated \noven for 35 to 40 minutes and then uncover and sprinkle with the \nremaining cheese. Bake for a further 10 to 15 minutes, until the \npotatoes are fork tender and the cheese is nicely melted.\u0026nbsp; Serve hot.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-S0uCIxLUkKY\/WBH2tOyEfjI\/AAAAAAAAWNU\/T056rtgZYpcLRx-4kpeteEv0H8oi9INRgCEw\/s1600\/DSCN9546.JPG\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Loaded Chicken and Potato Casserole\" border=\"0\" height=\"451\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-S0uCIxLUkKY\/WBH2tOyEfjI\/AAAAAAAAWNU\/T056rtgZYpcLRx-4kpeteEv0H8oi9INRgCEw\/w640-h451\/DSCN9546.JPG\" title=\"Loaded Chicken and Potato Casserole\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;I hope you will forgive me for showing you yet again another chicken casserole.\u0026nbsp; If you are like me you probably don't think you can ever have too many chicken casserole recipes or tasty ways to use up leftovers!\u0026nbsp; Bon Appetit!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; letter-spacing: 0.3px; text-align: justify;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003EThis content (written and photography) is the sole property of The English Kitchen. 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It works well either way, so in the summer when it's hot out, I do it in the slow cooker, and in the cooler months when I don't mind a bit of heat in the kitchen, I do it on the stove!\u0026nbsp; It's hearty and delicious and actually very healthy!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ca name='more'\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN8031_zpsujav2x43.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"397\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/AA\/DSCN8031_zpsujav2x43.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nTo cut my meat in a finer dice, I usually chop it in small batched in the food processor, but you could get your butcher to\u0026nbsp; put it through a large holed mincer if you ask him really nicely.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN8032_zps56y59yzg.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"377\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/AA\/DSCN8032_zps56y59yzg.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThere is a secret ingredient in this healthy dish which adds an authentic and interesting flavour to the chilli which will have your family mmm-ing all over the place.\u0026nbsp; A tiny bit of dark (90 - 100%) dark chocolate.\u0026nbsp; You can leave it out if you want, but I think you should try it with the chocolate in first.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN8033_zps2sgvxo2q.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/AA\/DSCN8033_zps2sgvxo2q.jpg\" width=\"390\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;It also gives it a lovely depth of colour.\u0026nbsp; I added a bit\u0026nbsp; more corn to this batch than I usually do, only because I didn't want to have any left in the tin I had opened.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; This meant I had to pick a lot of it out due to my diverticulitis and inability to process corn, but Todd quite enjoyed it anyways.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN8035_zpsty5m51br.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"390\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/AA\/DSCN8035_zpsty5m51br.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI like a bit of grated cheese on mine.\u0026nbsp; I used the low low Kerry blend.\u0026nbsp; But you can leave it off entirely if you want to be really healthy.\u0026nbsp; A wedge of lime to squeeze over top also goes very well.\u0026nbsp; Just sayin'\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN8036_zpsypplmlw8.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"358\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/AA\/DSCN8036_zpsypplmlw8.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Chunky Beef Chili*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nServes 4 to 6\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/chunky-beef-chili\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nYou can either cook this delicious and healthy chili in the slow cooker or on top of the stove.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 1\/2 pound lean stewing steak, cut into fine dice\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 large onion, peeled and diced\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 large red pepper, trimmed and diced\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 garlc cloves, peeled and crushed\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 TBS grated fresh gingerroot\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 400g tin of chopped tomatoes (14 ounce)\u003C\/div\u003E\n6 TBS tomato puree\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n1 stock cube, crumbled\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 tsp ground cumin\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 tsp ground coriander\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/2 tsp chilli powder (hot)\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 400g tin of kidney beans, drained and rinsed (14 ounce)\u003C\/div\u003E\n150g tin of sweet corn, drained (5 ounces)\u003C\/div\u003E\n25g of dark chocolate (1 ounce)\u003C\/div\u003E\nsalt and black pepper to taste\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN8039_zpsrrnnn8vk.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/AA\/DSCN8039_zpsrrnnn8vk.jpg\" width=\"382\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nIf\n making in the slow cooker, place all of the ingredients into the slow \ncooker and cook on medium for 6 to 8 hours.\u0026nbsp; Alternately, put the meat, \ntomatoes, onons, garlic, gingerroot, tomato puree, and spices into a \nlarge saucepan.\u0026nbsp; Add 150ml boiling water (5 fluid ounces) Bring to the \nboil and then reduce to a slow simmer.\u0026nbsp; Cover and then simmer for 1 \nhour, very gently over low heat.\u0026nbsp; Add the drained beans and corn and \nsimmer for another half an hour, or until the meat is tender.\u0026nbsp; Stir in \nthe chocolate.\u0026nbsp; Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.\u0026nbsp; Serve hot.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN8035_zpsv3fesm4b.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"256\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/AA\/DSCN8035_zpsv3fesm4b.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nBon Appetit! 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I love store cupboard meals, don't you?\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-Zs7TyyXNeLo\/WQ2z5dDhQCI\/AAAAAAAA7to\/-KoTkz10OlQYJeW_wUgyCqN8a8RB93z1QCEw\/s1600\/DSCN8318_zpshraaxe6u.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"371\" src=\"https:\/\/4.bp.blogspot.com\/-Zs7TyyXNeLo\/WQ2z5dDhQCI\/AAAAAAAA7to\/-KoTkz10OlQYJeW_wUgyCqN8a8RB93z1QCEw\/s400\/DSCN8318_zpshraaxe6u.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI bet you have everything in your house to make these right now!\u0026nbsp; Or maybe not. I always have fish sticks in the freezer.\u0026nbsp; I like the cod ones.\u0026nbsp; They are really handy to have on hand, even if all you are going to make is a fish finger butty.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-fZ4TGhpKf_4\/WQ2z6y3WwNI\/AAAAAAAA7to\/9wX37wFS8kQ6dxWTZG9UgMllyQVVRiMIgCEw\/s1600\/DSCN8320_zpsxdqy9u8r.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"385\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-fZ4TGhpKf_4\/WQ2z6y3WwNI\/AAAAAAAA7to\/9wX37wFS8kQ6dxWTZG9UgMllyQVVRiMIgCEw\/s400\/DSCN8320_zpsxdqy9u8r.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI also keep packs of ready cooked rice in the cupboards, for those times when I need rice at the last minute.\u0026nbsp; Sometimes I have the flavoured packs but mostly I just have plain and brown basamati.\u0026nbsp; We also feed our dog rice (along with poached chicken and vegetables) every day.\u0026nbsp; She loves it. \u0026nbsp; And she thrives on it along with a multi-vitamin just for pooches.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-FOpWJzJUZKU\/WQ2z7wwxs2I\/AAAAAAAA7to\/aWBmCsGVeKQafl_WdSHdq-jguYjLIkmvgCEw\/s1600\/DSCN8322_zpspwbl7aph.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"361\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-FOpWJzJUZKU\/WQ2z7wwxs2I\/AAAAAAAA7to\/aWBmCsGVeKQafl_WdSHdq-jguYjLIkmvgCEw\/s400\/DSCN8322_zpspwbl7aph.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nBut I digress . . .\u0026nbsp; I also keep packs of frozen vegetables in the freezer.\u0026nbsp; Usually green beans, broccoli and cauliflower, petit pois and then some\u0026nbsp; mixed vegetables.\u0026nbsp; They are the closest thing to fresh picked.\u0026nbsp; I only buy fresh veg from the shops if I am going to cook them right on the day.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; They seem to always go off within a few days of me bringing them home. (Other than root vegetables, they seem to be alright.)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-ETM79Si71ms\/WQ2z8jgyltI\/AAAAAAAA7to\/Bi-lACvD1FQv_G-eHQFHPqhPTH3p9CD0gCEw\/s1600\/DSCN8323_zps6k1lnx0b.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"370\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-ETM79Si71ms\/WQ2z8jgyltI\/AAAAAAAA7to\/Bi-lACvD1FQv_G-eHQFHPqhPTH3p9CD0gCEw\/s400\/DSCN8323_zps6k1lnx0b.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nIn any case, I hope you will try this tasty dish.\u0026nbsp; I am sure you will love it. \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-nuSG2e5pa7U\/WQ2z_GFv4TI\/AAAAAAAA7to\/1-BU57zOD90lR2gB9MehlaiXSsMgPTaoACEw\/s1600\/DSCN8326_zpsgv5dwkw0.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"393\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-nuSG2e5pa7U\/WQ2z_GFv4TI\/AAAAAAAA7to\/1-BU57zOD90lR2gB9MehlaiXSsMgPTaoACEw\/s400\/DSCN8326_zpsgv5dwkw0.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Cheesy Fish Sticks and Rice Supper*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nServes 4\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/cheesy-fish-sticks-and-rice\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nThis\n is delicious.\u0026nbsp; You can make it lower in fat by using low fat cheese and\n evaporated skim milk instead of cream.\u0026nbsp; Its a great store cupboard meal\n as well and a real kid pleaser!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n250g pouch of cooked rice (1 1\/2 cups cooked rice)\u003C\/div\u003E\n250ml cream or half and half (or evap milk, 1 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n12 frozen fish sticks\u003C\/div\u003E\n180g grated strong cheddar cheese (1 1\/2 cups)\u003C\/div\u003E\n(I use the Kerry Low Low which is 33% lower in fat than regular cheese)\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/2 tsp each dried oregano, dried parsley, salt and black pepper\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/4 tsp each onion powder, garlic powder\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 cups cooked vegetables \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n(I use two single serving pouches of mixed frozen steam vegetables with \u003Cbr \/\u003E\ncarrots, broccoli and cauliflower in them, and it is just perfect.\u0026nbsp; Cook them for 2 minutes first in the microwave)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-cR29iqk8-7s\/WQ2z_oksf4I\/AAAAAAAA7to\/GKSdc9ukczsC0U3Wg8ItJW0OIlHlb18CQCEw\/s1600\/DSCN8327_zpsj8ustwrz.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"370\" src=\"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-cR29iqk8-7s\/WQ2z_oksf4I\/AAAAAAAA7to\/GKSdc9ukczsC0U3Wg8ItJW0OIlHlb18CQCEw\/s400\/DSCN8327_zpsj8ustwrz.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nPreheat\n the oven to 190*C\/375*F\/ gas mark 5.\u0026nbsp; Butter a 9 inch square casserole \ndish.\u0026nbsp; Mix together the rice, cream, half of the cheese, spices and \nvegetables until well combined.\u0026nbsp; Spread into your prepared casserold \ndish.\u0026nbsp; Top with the frozen fish sticks.\u0026nbsp; Sprinkle with the remaining \ncheese.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nBake for about 30 minutes until heated through and golden.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Serve hot.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-P2VRCw4w5RU\/WQ2z7Y5u31I\/AAAAAAAA7to\/RDb9kETx9-YMTxixJJ2ojGNxDFDvaGroQCEw\/s1600\/DSCN8321_zpsvddfkrrs.jpg\" imageanchor=\"1\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" height=\"206\" src=\"https:\/\/2.bp.blogspot.com\/-P2VRCw4w5RU\/WQ2z7Y5u31I\/AAAAAAAA7to\/RDb9kETx9-YMTxixJJ2ojGNxDFDvaGroQCEw\/s400\/DSCN8321_zpsvddfkrrs.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nSimple.\u0026nbsp; Delicious. Quick.\u0026nbsp; Easy and nutritious. Economical and family pleasing.\u0026nbsp; You can't ask for better than that!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nBon Appetit!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/feeds\/594391462143223762\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2016\/07\/cheesy-fish-sticks-rice-supper.html#comment-form","title":"4 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/594391462143223762"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/594391462143223762"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2016\/07\/cheesy-fish-sticks-rice-supper.html","title":"Cheesy Fish Sticks \u0026 Rice Supper"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Marie Rayner"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00407913432222377267"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzMjK9JXF9J07LjT7q87CzFr7lfbY_b46M6Ckbl4uoouXZe8fbXl8jvYZLZFb_ifxpDJ6VrklMQnta28K-9eJR25vccys5WempX6-vlNwIc3v8H5_Mg12SYfbzVf0Ucg\/s220\/profile+pic.jpg"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/3.bp.blogspot.com\/-Xi6wN5sKESE\/WQ2z49aj1YI\/AAAAAAAA7s0\/eJk29-KvZhwrcOwzL6g-kLOa2pbO4sBfQCLcB\/s72-c\/DSCN8316_zpsctngo3wq.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"4"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7100882347408067241.post-3217142270125295893"},"published":{"$t":"2016-06-30T04:00:00.000+01:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2016-06-30T04:00:11.101+01:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"British Turkey"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Cheese"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Diabetic friendly"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"healthy options"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"low fat options"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Sandwiches"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"simple suppers"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Turkey Hot Browns"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN7861_zpstmnrcfqa.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"397\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes003\/DSCN7861_zpstmnrcfqa.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThese sandwiches make for a nice light and healthy supper when it gets too hot to cook, or when you are starving at the end of the day and can't be asked to cook.\u0026nbsp; Not only are they quick and easy to make, but they are diabetic friendly also!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ca name='more'\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN7862_zpsrng5lout.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes003\/DSCN7862_zpsrng5lout.jpg\" width=\"394\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI adapted the recipe from one which I found on the \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.everydaydiabeticrecipes.com\/Sandwiches\/Turkey-Hot-Browns\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EMr. Food Everyday Diabetic Recipes \u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003Esite.\u0026nbsp; It is low in fat and calories and is really quick and simple to make.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN7863_zpszcwqh2lf.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"386\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes003\/DSCN7863_zpszcwqh2lf.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI didn't have exactly the same ingredients that were called for on the Mr Food page, so I subbed the best that I could. \u0026nbsp; I used a Polish Rye and Sunflower Seed bread, which is really good. Dense and filled with flavour and lovely sunflower seeds.\u0026nbsp; It was perfect!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN7864_zpsnqizgzo1.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"343\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes003\/DSCN7864_zpsnqizgzo1.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI also couldn't get the thinly sliced turkey breast meat, at least not at a price I wanted to pay, but I got some roasted turkey pieces which were the equivalent weight and were a nice thickness, so I went with them.\u0026nbsp; (They were also on for only £1 a pack, so two packs did the job!)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN7865_zpsg760bgpl.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"378\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes003\/DSCN7865_zpsg760bgpl.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI opted for the Kerry Low Low mix of mozzarella and red medium cheddar, which is low in fat and it worked very well, and I totally forgot the bacon bits. We didn't miss them.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN7869_zpsc5zqjpbt.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"385\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes003\/DSCN7869_zpsc5zqjpbt.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI served them on a bed of baby rocket leaves for extra colour, flavour and a few more vitamins and they were absolutely delicious!\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; I can see me putting these on my week's rotation over the summer months.\u0026nbsp; Enjoy!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN7866_zpshdibzcoi.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"399\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes003\/DSCN7866_zpshdibzcoi.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Turkey Hot Browns*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nServes 4\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/turkey-hot-browns\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nDelicious open faced sandwiches which are low in fat and diabetic friendly, and yes, delicious!\u0026nbsp; Grab your knife and fork!\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n4 slices of whole wheat bread toasted\u003C\/div\u003E\n(I used Polish rye and sunflower seed bread)\u003C\/div\u003E\n4 tsp low fat garlic herb and cheese spread\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/2 pound sliced deli turkey breast\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 fresh tomato, sliced thinly\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n8 TBS low fat cheddar\/mozzarella mix grated cheese\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n(I used the kerry low low)\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\nTo serve:\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\nseveral handfuls of baby rocket leaves\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n(baby arugula)\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\nPreheat\n the grill or broiler to high.\u0026nbsp; Place the toasted bread onto a baking \nsheet. Spread each slice with 1 tsp of the low fat garlic herb and \ncheese spread. Place the Tomato slices on top of the cheese spread.\u0026nbsp; Top\n with the turkey , dividing it equally amongst the slices.\u0026nbsp; Top each \nwith 2 TBS cheese.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nPlace under the broiler for 2 to\n 3 minutes until the cheese is melted.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Place a small handful of rocket\n leaves on each of four plates.\u0026nbsp; Place one toasted sandwich on top of \neach and serve immediately.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN7870_zpsuli4oxjr.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"221\" src=\"https:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes003\/DSCN7870_zpsuli4oxjr.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nBon Appetit! "},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/feeds\/3217142270125295893\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2016\/06\/turkey-hot-browns.html#comment-form","title":"2 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/3217142270125295893"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/3217142270125295893"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2016\/06\/turkey-hot-browns.html","title":"Turkey Hot Browns"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Marie Rayner"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00407913432222377267"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzMjK9JXF9J07LjT7q87CzFr7lfbY_b46M6Ckbl4uoouXZe8fbXl8jvYZLZFb_ifxpDJ6VrklMQnta28K-9eJR25vccys5WempX6-vlNwIc3v8H5_Mg12SYfbzVf0Ucg\/s220\/profile+pic.jpg"}}],"thr$total":{"$t":"2"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7100882347408067241.post-6436999824046359158"},"published":{"$t":"2016-04-14T06:11:00.001+01:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2021-04-30T12:34:06.090+01:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"healthy options"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Light Suppers"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"low fat options"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Soups"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"vegetables"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Skinny Broccoli Cheese Soup"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cimg alt=\"Skinny Broccoli Cheese Soup\" border=\"0\" height=\"426\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/two-heads-of-broccoli_zpskjhakpox.jpg\" title=\"Skinny Broccoli Cheese Soup\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003EI really love Broccoli Cheese Soup. I love broccoli.\u0026nbsp; It happens to be one of my favourite vegetables.\u0026nbsp; It wasn't something we ever had when I was a child.\u0026nbsp; I think I was fully grown and married before I ever saw it, but it was love at first bite for me.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EI pretty much love it in every way shape or form, except over cooked.\u0026nbsp; (I don't think anyone likes it that way and I can't say that I blame them!)\u0026nbsp; Unfortunately at this stage in life, Broccoli doesn't always love me.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EBroccoli and cheese are a beautiful flavor combination that works beautifully in soup.\u0026nbsp; There are ton of recipes out there for Broccoli Cheese soup, but most are filled with tons of fat and calories.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EWhat if I told you that you could easily create a light broccoli soup, which contains cheese and it despite it being light it could still be delicious?\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\"Skinny Broccoli Cheese Soup\" border=\"0\" height=\"640\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN6437_zps6bbeyyzy.jpg\" title=\"Skinny Broccoli Cheese Soup\" width=\"624\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI really, really love Broccoli Cheese Soup . . . but it can be really high in fat and calories.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; With all of that cream and cheese\u0026nbsp; . . .\u0026nbsp; sigh\u0026nbsp; . . . kind of takes away from all of the positives of eating broccoli.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EI am about to change that.\u0026nbsp; Big time. With a heart healthy broccoli cheese soup.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\"Skinny Broccoli Cheese Soup\" border=\"0\" height=\"640\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN6438_zps1as1ymme.jpg\" title=\"Skinny Broccoli Cheese Soup\" width=\"626\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI took our favourite\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.the-girl-who-ate-everything.com\/easyrecipe-print\/8354-0\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E broccoli cheese soup recipe\u003C\/a\u003E, which has\u0026nbsp; bazillion calories in it, and I made a few changes in it.\u0026nbsp; I came up with a soup recipe which I think is just as creamy and delicious as the original.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u0026nbsp;There is no cream in it whatsoever, only 1 TBS of butter (instead of the original 2 ounces plus 1 TBS) and\u0026nbsp; this delicious lighter version uses but a fraction of the cheese.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\"Skinny Broccoli Cheese Soup\" border=\"0\" height=\"621\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN6439_zpsynznshd1.jpg\" title=\"Skinny Broccoli Cheese Soup\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI applied a tip I learned in my Cooking for Diabetes Class.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EI used a large potato instead of cream to both thicken the soup and to help give it that creamy texture.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; It works amazingly well.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\"Skinny Broccoli Cheese Soup\" border=\"0\" height=\"634\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN6442_zpsjnmdlnsc.jpg\" title=\"Skinny Broccoli Cheese Soup\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI used a small amount of milk and only a fraction of the cheese. I opted\u0026nbsp; to use a low fat sharp cheddar (lots of flavor) and finely grated Parmesan.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EParmesan cheese has so much flavor that a little bit goes a very long way. Using a low fat cheese which contains tons of flavor is a trick to getting more cheese flavor into things without all the fat calories.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\"Skinny Broccoli Cheese Soup\" border=\"0\" height=\"598\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN6440_zpsgd5qixu4.jpg\" title=\"Skinny Broccoli Cheese Soup\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI also made some really tasty whole wheat crackers to go along with it.\u0026nbsp; I used some Warburtons whole wheat wrap breads, that I spritzed with some water and sprinkled with some herbs and seasoning.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EI cut into squares using a pizza cutter (easy to do coz the wraps are square) and then baked them in the oven until they were crisp!\u0026nbsp; I had my soup with some of these and my husband had his with a whole wheat roll. ( I have never quite gotten over my love of having crackers with soup.)\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EAll in all this was very delicious, and made\u0026nbsp; nice light supper.\u0026nbsp; Plus it gave me another way of getting broccoli with is so good for you into my husband, who declared it to be very tasty and went back for seconds.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\"Skinny Broccoli Cheese Soup\" border=\"0\" height=\"637\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN6441_zpsvoogg5dn.jpg\" title=\"Skinny Broccoli Cheese Soup\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Skinny Broccoli Cheese Soup*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nserves 6\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/skinny-broccoli-cheese-soup\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nMy\n attempt to make one of our favorite soups a tad bit healthier.\u0026nbsp; I \nthink I've done just that!\u0026nbsp; Personally I thought it was as good as the \noriginal!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 TBS butter\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 medium onion, peeled and chopped\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 cup\u0026nbsp; milk (250ml)\u003C\/div\u003E\n3 cups chicken broth (750ml)\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/2 pound fresh broccoli, chopped (separate stalks from the florets)\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 large carrot, peeled and chopped\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n1 large baking potato, peeled and cut into small bits\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/4 tsp freshly grated nutmeg\u003C\/div\u003E\n4 ounces grated strong cheddar cheese, lower fat (1 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 ounces finely grated Parmesan Cheese (5 TBS)\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\nsalt and black pepper to taste\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\"Skinny Broccoli Cheese Soup\" border=\"0\" height=\"542\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN6445_zps6xx0mscp.jpg\" title=\"Skinny Broccoli Cheese Soup\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nMelt\n the butter in a large saucepan.\u0026nbsp; Add the onion, carrot and broccoli \nstalks.\u0026nbsp; Sweat over low heat for about 10 minutes, without browning and \nstirring frequently.\u0026nbsp; Add the chicken broth and chopped potato.\u0026nbsp; Bring \nto the boil.\u0026nbsp; Reduce to a slow simmer, cover and cook for 15 minutes.\u0026nbsp; \nUncover and add the broccoli florets.\u0026nbsp; Bring back to the boil, then \nreduce to a simmer and cook for an additional five minutes.\u0026nbsp; Stir in the\n milk and nutmeg.\u0026nbsp; Blitz smooth using an immersion blender to your \ndesired consistency.\u0026nbsp; I like it a bit chunky, but Todd prefers it \nsmooth.\u0026nbsp; I try to get it somewhere in beween. \u0026nbsp; Stir in both cheeses to \nmelt.\u0026nbsp; Gently reheat without boiling.\u0026nbsp; Adjust seasoning with some salt \nand black pepper.\u0026nbsp; Serve hot.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\"Skinny Broccoli Cheese Soup\" border=\"0\" height=\"629\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN6447_zps2f6l7xgy.jpg\" title=\"Skinny Broccoli Cheese Soup\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nBroccoli is one of those super foods that is very good for you.\u0026nbsp; A member of the cruciferous vegetable family,\u0026nbsp; it is loaded with vitamins and anti-oxidents and has been shown in\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.dailymail.co.uk\/news\/article-2403522\/How-broccoli-stop-onset-arthritis-Compound-food-slow-destruction-joints.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E recent studies\u003C\/a\u003E to actually slow down the destruction of cartilage associated with Osteo-arthritis!\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EI have osteo-arthritis, which is a very painful and somewhat debilitating disease and so I need to be eating my broccoli, and lots of it.\u0026nbsp; This delicious soup can make that process very painless. ;-)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nBon Appetit!!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Skinny Broccoli Cheese Soup\" border=\"0\" height=\"621\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN6439_zpsynznshd1.jpg\" title=\"Skinny Broccoli Cheese Soup\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; 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I just love it.\u0026nbsp; I love broccoli anyways, and when you combine it with cheese, well\u0026nbsp; . . . that is just a match made in heaven.\u0026nbsp; This delicious casserole today had very similar ingredients as broccoli cheese soup, except it's not soup, it's a fabulous casserole that will have your family scrambling for seconds!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ca name='more'\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN5417_zps5oshrqbi.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN5417_zps5oshrqbi.jpg\" height=\"340\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nIt also makes great use of leftover baked potatoes.\u0026nbsp; In fact if I am going to bake some potatoes for supper, I always throw a few extra into the oven just so that I can make this tasty casserole the day after!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN5418_zpscypmg8ff.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN5418_zpscypmg8ff.jpg\" height=\"371\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;I call is Skinny Broccoli and Potato Casserole because I used to make it with full fat ingredients, but now I make it with low fat or no fat ingredients, which cuts back on the calories quite a bit.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN5419_zps4sawshhw.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN5419_zps4sawshhw.jpg\" height=\"370\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;And, NO, that doesn't mean you get to eat twice as much as you normally would.\u0026nbsp; You just eat the same amount as you usually do and feel good about eating a bit healthier.\u0026nbsp; Everybody wins!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN5420_zpsu06bzjnh.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN5420_zpsu06bzjnh.jpg\" height=\"364\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nFat free sour cream\u0026nbsp; . . .\u0026nbsp; low fat cheddar and mozzarella cheeses . . .\u0026nbsp; skimmed milk.\u0026nbsp; Combined with chopped baked potatoes, cooked broccoli and spring onions and you are in for a real treat that doesn't taste low fat at all.\u0026nbsp; It's every bit as rich tasting as the original . . .\u0026nbsp; which probably had a lot more cheese in it as well, but what the heck! \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN5421_zpscqfq8jvc.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN5421_zpscqfq8jvc.jpg\" height=\"385\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThese days I am just happy if there is any cheese in something!\u0026nbsp; Seriously you are going to love this.\u0026nbsp; I could eat a plate of this and be quite happy with nothing else.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN54161_zps7ipvctdv.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN54161_zps7ipvctdv.jpg\" height=\"290\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Skinny Broccoli and Potato Casserole*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nServes 4\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/skinny-broccoli-and-potato-casserole\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nIt's like your favourite broccoli soup in a casserole.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Delicious and simple to make.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n3 medium baking potatoes, baked and cooled\u003C\/div\u003E\n125g of low fat sour cream (1\/2 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n60ml skimmed milk (1\/4 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/4 tsp black pepper\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/4 tsp salt\u003C\/div\u003E\npinch each garlic powder and onion powder\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 spring onions, trimmed and thinly sliced\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 large head of broccoli, broken into florets and steamed until crispy tender\u003C\/div\u003E\n(I peel and chop up the stem and add it as well)\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n60g of reduced fat strong cheddar cheese, shredded (1\/2 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n55g of low fat Mozzarella, shredded (1\/2 cup)\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN5422_zpsd5qbpnxf.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN5422_zpsd5qbpnxf.jpg\" height=\"363\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\nPreheat the oven to 190*C\/375*F\/ gas mark 5.\u0026nbsp; Spray a shallow casserole dish with low fat cooking spray. \u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN5427_zpswulsz4x5.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN5427_zpswulsz4x5.jpg\" height=\"374\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nReserve\n a couple of tablespoons of cheese (1 of each) and then combine all of \nthe remaining ingredients together.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Spread into the casserole dish.\u0026nbsp; \nBake in the heated oven for 15 to 20 minute.\u0026nbsp; Remove from the oven and \nscatter the reserved cheese over top and return to the oven just to melt\n the cheese.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Serve hot.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN5428_zpspw6znllr.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN5428_zpspw6znllr.jpg\" height=\"366\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nServing size:\u0026nbsp; 1 cup\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nCalories per serving:\u0026nbsp; 312\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nFat:\u0026nbsp; 11g\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nCarbs:\u0026nbsp; 37g\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nSugar: 5g\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nFibre:\u0026nbsp; 5g\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nProtein:\u0026nbsp; 14g\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nBon Appetit!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp; "},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/feeds\/7798580537132910863\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2016\/02\/skinny-broccoli-and-potato-casserole.html#comment-form","title":"2 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/7798580537132910863"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/7798580537132910863"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2016\/02\/skinny-broccoli-and-potato-casserole.html","title":"Skinny Broccoli and Potato Casserole"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Marie Rayner"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00407913432222377267"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzMjK9JXF9J07LjT7q87CzFr7lfbY_b46M6Ckbl4uoouXZe8fbXl8jvYZLZFb_ifxpDJ6VrklMQnta28K-9eJR25vccys5WempX6-vlNwIc3v8H5_Mg12SYfbzVf0Ucg\/s220\/profile+pic.jpg"}}],"thr$total":{"$t":"2"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7100882347408067241.post-681278443687807263"},"published":{"$t":"2016-01-11T04:00:00.000+00:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2016-01-11T04:00:01.175+00:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Cheese"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"healthy alternatives"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Laughing Cow"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"low fat options"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Sandwiches"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"turkey"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Turkey Monte Cristos, low fat version"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN4816_zpsjkgbbey4.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN4816_zpsjkgbbey4.jpg\" height=\"400\" width=\"374\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nAs I mentioned last week, I was challenged recently by the people from The Laughing Cow to come up with some recipes for the new year using their Laughing Cow Extra Light Spreadable Cheese,\u0026nbsp; and leftovers. \u0026nbsp; Last week I showed you some delicious Hot Ham and Cheese Rolls and today I am showing you a recipe I made for Turkey Monte Cristos, which you can not only make using leftovers (turkey and cranberry sauce) but which are also quite healthy in comparison to the original version!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ca name='more'\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN4817_zpseffurm9n.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN4817_zpseffurm9n.jpg\" height=\"400\" width=\"356\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nA Monte Cristo sandwich is normally made with ham(or turkey) and cheese,\u0026nbsp; dipped into an egg batter and then either pan or deep fried until crisp.\u0026nbsp; I also usually involves jam of some sort and is dusted with icing sugar prior to serving.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Emmenthal or Gruyere Cheese are normally the type of cheese used.\u0026nbsp; It's sort of like a deep fried Croque Monsieur . . .\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN4818_zpshk1phoo8.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN4818_zpshk1phoo8.jpg\" height=\"400\" width=\"360\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;Mine is not as calorie or fat laden. \u0026nbsp; Using lean sliced turkey and no butter . . .\u0026nbsp; a simple layer of leftover cranberry sauce on one slice of bread and a triangle of Laughing Cow Extra Light Spreadable Cheese spread on the other slice of bread, at only 19 calories per triangle, means that you have lots of flavour but not lots of fat.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN4819_zpsnrmeqlsd.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN4819_zpsnrmeqlsd.jpg\" height=\"388\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe sandwiches are dipped in a mix of skim milk and beaten egg . . .\u0026nbsp; allowing it to soak into the bread, and then they are baked on a baking sheet which has been sprayed with low fat cooking spray and baked . . .\u0026nbsp; eliminating all of the fat and calories associated with either pan frying or deep frying.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; The end result is quite delicious and satisfying . . . \u0026nbsp; I accompanied them with a few baked potato chips.\u0026nbsp; Again a healthier and lower fat option.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN4821_zpsjs8dlsnh.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN4821_zpsjs8dlsnh.jpg\" height=\"378\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Turkey Monte Cristos*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nServes 4\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/french-toasted-turkey-sandwich-bakes\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nAll the flavours of a traditional Monte Cristo Sandwich but with far less calories and fat than one would expect!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nlow fat cooking spray\u003C\/div\u003E\n6 large free range eggs, beaten\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 1\/4 cups skim milk\u003C\/div\u003E\nfine sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/4 tsp each rubbed sage, rubbed thyme, rubbed parsley flakes, rubbed dried rosemary\u003C\/div\u003E\n4 dessert spoons leftover cranberry sauce\u003C\/div\u003E\n12 ounces thinly sliced roast turkey\u003C\/div\u003E\n4 triangles Laughing Cow Extra Light cheese spread\u003C\/div\u003E\n8 thick slices of white sandwich bread\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN4822_zps5wtaup7t.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN4822_zps5wtaup7t.jpg\" height=\"385\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\nPreheat\n the oven to 200*X\/400*F\/ gas mark 5.\u0026nbsp; Line a baking sheet with baking \npaper or foil.\u0026nbsp; Spritz with low fat cooking spray.\u0026nbsp; Set aside.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nBeat the eggs and milk together with the salt, pepper and herbs in a large shallow dish.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Set aside.\u003C\/div\u003E\nLay\n the sliced of bread out on the counter.\u0026nbsp; Spread four of them with the \ncranberry sauce and top each with 1\/4 of the turkey slices.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Spread the\n other four slices of bread each with one of the triangles of Laughing \nCow Extra Light Cheese Spread.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Place the cheese spread slices of bread\n on top of the turkey topped slices of bread, cheese side towards the \nturkey side.\u0026nbsp; Press gently to adhere.\u0026nbsp; Give the eggs another beat and \nthen carefully transfer the sandwiches to the egg mixture and let them \nsoak on first one side and then the other, for approximately one minute \nper side and turning carefully with a spatula to soak the other side.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \nTransfer to the prepared baking sheet.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN4825_zpssjaohgmg.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN4825_zpssjaohgmg.jpg\" height=\"387\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\nBake in the heated\n oven for 15 minutes.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Flip and bake for 7 minutes more, respraying the\n pan as you flip. \u0026nbsp; They will be golden brown on both sides when done.\u0026nbsp; \nLet rest for about 5 minutes prior to serving.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nDoesn't that look delicious?\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; One doesn't have to feel too guilty in indulging either.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo img-thing_zpsjbctb8ih.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/img-thing_zpsjbctb8ih.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thelaughingcow.co.uk\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ELaughing Cow\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\n Extra Light   is the \"lightest of the lightest\" of The Laughing Cow \ntriangles. With only 2% fat and at 19 calories per triangle, you can \nfeel free to enjoy its cheesy taste without lots and lots of guilt!\u0026nbsp; \nThey are pretty good even eaten on their own.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Especially handy this \ntime of year when we are all wanting to shift a bit of those extra \npounds we put on over the holidays!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nDo be sure to to be sure to check out their\u0026nbsp; \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thelaughingcow.co.uk\/recipes.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003Erecipe page\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thelaughingcow.co.uk\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETheir website\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nLike them on \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/TheLaughingCowUK\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETheir Facebook Page\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/feeds\/681278443687807263\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2016\/01\/turkey-monte-cristos-low-fat-version.html#comment-form","title":"6 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/681278443687807263"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/681278443687807263"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2016\/01\/turkey-monte-cristos-low-fat-version.html","title":"Turkey Monte Cristos, low fat version"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Marie Rayner"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00407913432222377267"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzMjK9JXF9J07LjT7q87CzFr7lfbY_b46M6Ckbl4uoouXZe8fbXl8jvYZLZFb_ifxpDJ6VrklMQnta28K-9eJR25vccys5WempX6-vlNwIc3v8H5_Mg12SYfbzVf0Ucg\/s220\/profile+pic.jpg"}}],"thr$total":{"$t":"6"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7100882347408067241.post-5150416601743613863"},"published":{"$t":"2015-12-23T04:00:00.000+00:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2015-12-23T14:31:30.738+00:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Cheese"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"family pleasers"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"healthy options"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"low fat options"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"pasta"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"simple suppers"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Skinny Layered Mac \u0026 Cheese"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN4652_zpsvdwhkcyk.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN4652_zpsvdwhkcyk.jpg\" height=\"400\" width=\"378\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI know what you are thinking\u0026nbsp; . . .\u0026nbsp; skinny mac and cheese?\u0026nbsp; Can it be possible.\u0026nbsp; Well, in all truth, there is no such thing as \u003Ci\u003Etruly\u003C\/i\u003E skinny mac and cheese, and a better name would probably be skinnier mac and cheese, but hey!\u0026nbsp; If you can cut the calories in a dish like this and not lose any of the flavour, and end up with a dish that still tastes somewhat indulgent, then I would say job well done!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ca name='more'\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN4655_zpsja8je0mo.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN4655_zpsja8je0mo.jpg\" height=\"389\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThis dish is delicious and probably has about a third less the calories of the full fat version.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; I did this by using skimmed milk and the new 33% lower in fat low low cheese blend.\u0026nbsp; This is a great tasting cheese blend which includes low fat Red Leicester,\u0026nbsp; Medium Cheddar and Mozzarella for that bit of ooze factor.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN4654_zpsmuohsump.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN4654_zpsmuohsump.jpg\" height=\"389\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThis gets layered in a dish with cooked macaroni. \u0026nbsp; A mix of eggs and skimmed milk, seasoned lightly with salt, pepper and paprika . . .\u0026nbsp; is poured over top and the the whole thing is baked. \u0026nbsp; You do save some of the cheese for later.\u0026nbsp; It gets thrown on right at the end to gild the lily so to speak.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN4656_zpsef1zzwys.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN4656_zpsef1zzwys.jpg\" height=\"398\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe end result is something totally delicious, totally family pleasing, and just that little bit better for you, than the full fat version.\u0026nbsp; As a once in a blue moon version, you just can't lose!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN4653_zpst0chh2hg.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN4653_zpst0chh2hg.jpg\" height=\"400\" width=\"363\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Skinny Layered Mac \u0026amp; Cheese*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nServes 4\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/skinny-layered-mac-cheese\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nScrumptious\n and lower in fat and calories than the regular kind.\u0026nbsp; It's always going\n to be an occasional treat, but it's nice to be able to indulge now and \nagain without it being over the top.\u0026nbsp; This is delicious.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/2 pound of macaroni, cooked and drained \u003C\/div\u003E\n(I like to use whole wheat)\u003C\/div\u003E\n400g of low low Medium red and Mozzarella grated cheese (4 cups))\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 large free range eggs\u003C\/div\u003E\n3\/4 tsp salt\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n1\/4 tsp black pepper\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n1\/8 tsp ground sweet paprika\u003C\/div\u003E\n355ml of skimmed milk (1 1\/2 cups)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN4659_zpsgtoikyud.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN4659_zpsgtoikyud.jpg\" height=\"400\" width=\"385\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nPreheat\n the oven to 180*C\/350*F. gas mark 4.\u0026nbsp; Spray a 2 litre baking dish with \nlow fat cooking spray.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Layer 1\/3 of the macaroni in the baking dish.\u0026nbsp; \nSprinkle with 1\/3 of the cheese.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Repeat layers, topping with the \nremaining macaroni.\u0026nbsp; Reserve the last third of the cheese for later.\u0026nbsp; \nWhisk together the milk, eggs, salt, pepper and paprika.\u0026nbsp; Pour evenly \nover the macaroni.\u0026nbsp; Cover tightly with foil and bake for 35 to 40 \nminutes. Uncover and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.\u0026nbsp; Return to the \noven and bake for a 5 to 10 minutes longer.\u0026nbsp; Remove from the oven and \nlet stand for about 5 minutes before serving.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN4657_zpsuqwws7r9.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN4657_zpsuqwws7r9.jpg\" height=\"400\" width=\"388\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/feeds\/5150416601743613863\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2015\/12\/skinny-layered-mac-cheese.html#comment-form","title":"10 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/5150416601743613863"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/5150416601743613863"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2015\/12\/skinny-layered-mac-cheese.html","title":"Skinny Layered Mac \u0026 Cheese"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Marie Rayner"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00407913432222377267"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzMjK9JXF9J07LjT7q87CzFr7lfbY_b46M6Ckbl4uoouXZe8fbXl8jvYZLZFb_ifxpDJ6VrklMQnta28K-9eJR25vccys5WempX6-vlNwIc3v8H5_Mg12SYfbzVf0Ucg\/s220\/profile+pic.jpg"}}],"thr$total":{"$t":"10"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7100882347408067241.post-3254359191512134891"},"published":{"$t":"2015-12-22T04:00:00.001+00:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2021-06-14T03:05:59.212+01:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Celebrations"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Christmas Lunch"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"healthy options"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"low fat options"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"sides"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"vegetables"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Skinny Sprout \u0026 Carrot Gratin"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN4640_zpsat5517sj.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN4640_zpsat5517sj.jpg\" height=\"321\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nIt's not surprising when you start to add up all of the calories in all of the dishes, mains and sides, that people in the UK and other Western countries take in by eating Christmas lunch alone we are talking at a massive amount of caloric intake, for just one meal, not to mention the whole day through . . .\u0026nbsp; as the feasting begins in the morning and continues on up into the night! \u0026nbsp; I have tried to come up with a few sides this year that won't break the calorie bank, and yet are still delicious and which feel luxurious.\u0026nbsp; This Skinny Sprout and Carrot Gratin I am showing you today is one of them.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ca name='more'\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN4641_zpsgpa0j5lm.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN4641_zpsgpa0j5lm.jpg\" height=\"398\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI love Brussels Sprouts.\u0026nbsp; I think they are one of my favourite side dishes when it comes to Christmas lunch. \u0026nbsp; I would even say I love them more than the potatoes, which is saying a lot.\u0026nbsp; Todd, he loves them too, but he says they don't love him, which I think is his polite British way of saying they give him . . .\u0026nbsp; ahem . . .\u0026nbsp; a bit of wind. \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN4642_zpsyotexasf.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN4642_zpsyotexasf.jpg\" height=\"353\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nWind or not, I don't think he will be turning these down come the day.\u0026nbsp; They are fabulously delicious.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Trimmed and halved sprouts are roasted in the oven along with some chunky carrots.\u0026nbsp; (Score two veg in one!)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN4643_zpsfellmcz6.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN4643_zpsfellmcz6.jpg\" height=\"400\" width=\"396\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nRoasting brings out the nutty sweetness of sprouts, and they don't get over cooked either.\u0026nbsp; I do love my sprouts, but an over cooked sprout turns even me off . . .\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN4644_zpsvv5ls0yo.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN4644_zpsvv5ls0yo.jpg\" height=\"378\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe sauce feels indulgent, and you would never know it is made with skimmed milk.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Just a bit of cheese is added to give the sauce a bit of depth and richeness, two kinds . . .\u0026nbsp; Parmesan and Gruyere. (Swiss)\u0026nbsp; You don't need a lot of Parmesan to add a nice jolt of flavour to things.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN4645_zpsnu4lpqkr.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN4645_zpsnu4lpqkr.jpg\" height=\"392\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nYou pour the sauce over the roasted veg and then sprinkle a dash more cheese on top and roast them for a bit longer until bubbling and crispy golden brown in spots.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN4646_zpstv53edqf.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN4646_zpstv53edqf.jpg\" height=\"400\" width=\"379\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nProof positive that luxurious needn't break the calorie bank.\u0026nbsp; This, aong with a bit of turkey, a roasted spud, some mashed swede and a smidgen of stuffing and I'm a happy camper.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nYou got to save room for pudding right?\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN4648_zpsyccdme26.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN4648_zpsyccdme26.jpg\" height=\"398\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Skinny Sprout \u0026amp; Carrot Gratin*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nServes 6\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/skinny-sprout-carrot-gratin\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nA\n delicious gratin of crispy roasted sprouts, and carrots with a \nfabulously tasty light cheese sauce.\u0026nbsp; Scrumptious and low in calories \nand fat!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 pound of Brussels Sprouts, trimmed and cut in half\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n1 large carrot peeled and cut into chunks (parboil for 5 minutes)\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/4 tsp fine sea salt\u003C\/div\u003E\nblack pepper to taste\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 shallots, peeled and finely chopped\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/2 TBS butter\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 tsp plain flour\u003C\/div\u003E\n180ml skimmed milk (3\/4 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\nsalt and black pepper to taste\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/2 tsp dried thyme\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 TBS finely grated Parmesan Cheese\u003C\/div\u003E\n60g of grated Gruyer Cheese, divided (2 ounces)\u003C\/div\u003E\nOlive Oil Cooking Spray\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN4647_zpseyjjwepj.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN4647_zpseyjjwepj.jpg\" height=\"379\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nPreheat\n the oven to 200*C\/400*F\/ gas mark 6.\u0026nbsp; Spray an 8 by 12 inch gratin dish\n with olive oil.\u0026nbsp; Add the sprouts and parboiled carrots.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Season with \nsome salt and pepper.\u0026nbsp; Spritz with a bit more olive oil spray.\u0026nbsp; Place in\n the bottom third of the oven and bake for 15 minutes.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Remove and toss\n and return to the oven to bake for a further 10 minutes.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN4649_zpsjy8bflda.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN4649_zpsjy8bflda.jpg\" height=\"397\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\nWhile\n the vegetables are roasting make the sauce.\u0026nbsp; Melt the butter in a large\n saucepan.\u0026nbsp; Add the shallots and cook, stirring frequently over medium \nheat, until softened.\u0026nbsp; Sprinkle the flour over top.\u0026nbsp; Whisk for a minute,\n then slowly whisk in the milk.\u0026nbsp; Cook, whisking, over medium low heat \nfor about 4 minutes until it begins to thicken.\u0026nbsp; Add the thyme, parmesan\n and half of the grated gruyere cheese.\u0026nbsp; Stir to melt the cheese.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nRemove\n the gratin dish from the oven.\u0026nbsp; Pour the cheese sauce evenly over top.\u0026nbsp;\n Sprinkle with the remaining cheese.\u0026nbsp; Return to the oven and bake for a \nfurther 15 minutes, until browned and bubbly.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\nNutritional Values:\u003C\/div\u003E\nCalories per 1\/2 cup serving:\u0026nbsp; 110\u003C\/div\u003E\nFat:\u0026nbsp; 5g\u003C\/div\u003E\nCarbs:\u0026nbsp; 12g\u003C\/div\u003E\nSugar:\u0026nbsp; 3g\u003C\/div\u003E\nProtein:\u0026nbsp; 7g\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/feeds\/3254359191512134891\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2015\/12\/skinny-sprout-carrot-gratin.html#comment-form","title":"4 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/3254359191512134891"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/3254359191512134891"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2015\/12\/skinny-sprout-carrot-gratin.html","title":"Skinny Sprout \u0026 Carrot Gratin"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Marie Rayner"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00407913432222377267"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzMjK9JXF9J07LjT7q87CzFr7lfbY_b46M6Ckbl4uoouXZe8fbXl8jvYZLZFb_ifxpDJ6VrklMQnta28K-9eJR25vccys5WempX6-vlNwIc3v8H5_Mg12SYfbzVf0Ucg\/s220\/profile+pic.jpg"}}],"thr$total":{"$t":"4"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7100882347408067241.post-3733385157547047148"},"published":{"$t":"2015-11-15T04:00:00.000+00:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2015-11-15T17:15:12.969+00:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Diabetic friendly"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Fruit"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"healthy alternatives"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"light desserts"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"low fat options"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"product reviews"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"simple desserts"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Berry \u0026 Apple Crumble "},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN4048_zpsmvadya6n.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN4048_zpsmvadya6n.jpg\" height=\"400\" width=\"396\" \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI made myself a promise when I was diagnosed as a Type 2 Diabetic that I was going to try to bake something diabetic friendly at least once a week that I could share with others, that we would all find delicious and appealing. \u0026nbsp; I confess that some of my experiments have been pretty blah, but occasionally I have come up with something that is really pleasing and that I feel pretty excited to share with you!\u0026nbsp; And that is the case with this delicious Berry and Apple Crumble!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ca name='more'\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN4049_zpsfp30r01y.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN4049_zpsfp30r01y.jpg\" height=\"345\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nNot only is there no sugar in it, with the exception of some truvia (which is a stevia based sweetener and has no calories) but it is also low in fat and high in fibre.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN4050_zps9pj8lzly.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN4050_zps9pj8lzly.jpg\" height=\"390\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI have tried several sweeteners over the past few weeks and I quite like Truvia. \u0026nbsp; You only require half as much as you would sugar, and it doesn't have an after taste that some artificial sweeteners can have. Plus it is pretty natural, or at least more natural than some of the others.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nNone of them are cheap.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN4051_zpsefwkrarr.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN4051_zpsefwkrarr.jpg\" height=\"400\" width=\"385\" \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nYou use a very small amount in the filling, along with some corn flour (cornstarch) for thickening and vanilla for flavour.\u0026nbsp; I used a frozen berry mix we can buy in the shops here which has cherries, blackberries, blueberries,\u0026nbsp; and black currants in it.\u0026nbsp; I added a large eating apple, peeled and chopped.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN4052_zpsxvcs7hsf.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN4052_zpsxvcs7hsf.jpg\" height=\"400\" width=\"361\" \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe crunchy topping is made of rolled oats (heart healthy), flour, some more Truvia, a pinch of salt and only 3 TBS of cold butter, which divided amongst 12 servings means that each serving only has a very small amount of fat in it. \u0026nbsp; You get lots of crunch as well from the chopped pecan nuts.\u0026nbsp; Nuts are also good for you!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN4053_zpspecvy0fv.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN4053_zpspecvy0fv.jpg\" height=\"400\" width=\"375\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nAltogether I would say that this experiment has been a success.\u0026nbsp; This is a dessert which diabetics and non-diabetics alike can enjoy, which is a real plus for me.\u0026nbsp; I don't want to have to be making two separate desserts for the dining table.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; We enjoyed with a small dollop of bio unsweetened natural yogurt on top.\u0026nbsp; (I really like the one Yeo Valley makes.\u0026nbsp; It's delicious)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN4059_zpsufsybcn5.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN4059_zpsufsybcn5.jpg\" height=\"400\" width=\"396\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv dir=\"ltr\"\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Berry and Apple Crumble*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nwith a pecan and oat topping\u003C\/div\u003E\nServes 12\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/berry-and-apple-crisp\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nThis delicious crisp is full of lovely flavours and is low in sugar and fat.\u0026nbsp; It's delicious.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nFor the filling:\u003C\/div\u003E\n500g frozen berry mix (1 pound)\u003C\/div\u003E\n(mine had cherries, blackberries, black currants and blueberries in it)\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 large eating apple, peeled and chopped\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 TBS Truvia stevia sugar substitute\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 TBS corn flour\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 tsp vanilla\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nFor the topping:\u003C\/div\u003E\n45g of regular oats (1\/2 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n70g of plain flour (1\/2 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n30g of Truvia stevia sugar substitute (1\/8 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/4 tsp ground cinnamon\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/4 tsp fine sea salt\u003C\/div\u003E\n3 TBS cold butter, cut into bits\u003C\/div\u003E\n120g of chopped pecans (1 cup)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN4058_zpsumg15yli.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN4058_zpsumg15yli.jpg\" height=\"388\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nPreheat the oven to 190*C\/375*F\/ gas mark 5.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nDump\n the frozen fruit into a 10 inch glass pie dish.\u0026nbsp; Add the chopped \napple.\u0026nbsp; Mix together the truvia and corn flour.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Stir this into the \nfruit mixture, along with the vanilla.\u0026nbsp; Place into the heated oven while\n you make the topping.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN4057_zpsfqjl9sb7.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN4057_zpsfqjl9sb7.jpg\" height=\"375\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nTo make the topping, measure the \noats and flour into a bowl along with the truvia, cinnamon and salt.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \nDrop in the butter and rub it into the dry mixture using your fingertips\n to make a coarse meal.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Add the pecans and toss together.\u0026nbsp; Sprinkle \nthis over the partially baked fruit evenly.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Bake for 25 minutes \nlonger, until golden brown and the fruit is bubbling.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Serve warm.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN4061_zpsv6fsngm7.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN4061_zpsv6fsngm7.jpg\" height=\"400\" width=\"355\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nCalories:\u0026nbsp; 158 per serving\u003C\/div\u003E\nFat:\u0026nbsp; 9 g\u003C\/div\u003E\nCarb: 17.8\u003C\/div\u003E\nsugars: 7.2\u003C\/div\u003E\nfibre: 3.2\u003C\/div\u003E\nprotein:\u0026nbsp; 2.5\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv dir=\"ltr\"\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv dir=\"ltr\"\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN4063_zpszjvzrzxd.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN4063_zpszjvzrzxd.jpg\" height=\"400\" width=\"325\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nHow do you like my new Joseph Joseph Work Top Saver that I got from Red Candy?\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN4011_zpsq7xrzltr.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN4011_zpsq7xrzltr.jpg\" height=\"300\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.redcandy.co.uk\/joseph-joseph-union-jack-worktop-saver\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EJoseph Joseph Union Jack Work Top Saver\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E is a kitchen accessory that the anglophile in me finds totally delightful!\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Colourfully cheerful, patriotic and useful all at the same time! \u0026nbsp;  Made of toughened glass, this super worktop saver is excellent for chopping, serving and generally looking brilliant!\u0026nbsp; It also has rubberized feet on the bottom which prevents it from sliding around! (A real plus when it comes to safety in the kitchen.)\u0026nbsp; It also makes an excellent hot plate, withstanding temperatures up to 280*C.\u0026nbsp; It's also dishwasher safe and has a lifetime guarantee against breakage!.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; You can get them at Red Candy for\u0026nbsp; the low price of £16.\u0026nbsp; I cannot think of anyone that wouldn't love to receive one of these underneath the tree this Christmas!\u0026nbsp; I think it's just fabulous!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN4007_zpssxjbzzbc.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN4007_zpssxjbzzbc.jpg\" height=\"256\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;I've also been using this\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.redcandy.co.uk\/joseph-joseph-nest-measure-set\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E Joseph Joseph Nest Measure\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, 8 piece measuring set for a lot of my cooking these past few weeks.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Once again from Red Candy, this\u0026nbsp; set of measures exemplifies all that I love about Joseph Joseph with their colorful and innovative designs.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN4008_zpstksg2qae.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN4008_zpstksg2qae.jpg\" height=\"255\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nColourful and compact, this eight-piece measuring cup set is an essential gadget in the armoury of any serious cook or baker and is just perfect for the kitchen which is short on space like mine is!Featuring cups measuring 250ml, 125ml, 85ml, 60ml, 15ml, 5ml, 2.5ml, and 1.25ml, the handles easily snap together when not in use, meaning this stylish set can easily be slipped into a cupboard or drawer.\u0026nbsp; At only £10 for the set from Red Candy, this would make a\u003Ci\u003E fabulous\u003C\/i\u003E Christmas gift for the keen cook and budding baker in your home or family! It is also dish washer safe.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN4005_zpsfgyqefhx.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN4005_zpsfgyqefhx.jpg\" height=\"271\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThese past couple of weeks I've also been making great use of my red coloured \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.redcandy.co.uk\/kitchenaid-euro-peeler-red\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EKitchenAid Euro Peeler\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, again from Red Candy.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo kitchenaid-euro-peeler_zpsuub8lt44.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/kitchenaid-euro-peeler_zpsuub8lt44.jpg\" height=\"400\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nWith a sharp stainless steel blade that smoothly slides across surface of veggies, this KitchenAid Euro Peeler feels really nice in the hand.  It's comfortable and does an excellent job of peeling vegetables and fruit. It also has a plastic sheath guard to help keep your fingers safe from being cut when not in use.\u0026nbsp; It's dishwasher safe, with a stainless steel blade and just feels nice in the hand.\u0026nbsp; Weighty and sturdy this is probably the nicest vegetable peeler I have ever had, and\u0026nbsp;well worth the £10 it costs.\u0026nbsp; I would call this the cadillac of vegetable peelers.\u0026nbsp; I just love it!\u0026nbsp; This would be the perfect stocking stuffer!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nMany thanks to \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.redcandy.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ERed Candy\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E for sending them to me.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo 592f401a8b5e98c2e4336bcd0701b7c3_zps3c215f03.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/Christmas%20pictures\/592f401a8b5e98c2e4336bcd0701b7c3_zps3c215f03.jpg\" height=\"400\" width=\"351\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;If you are looking for Christmas Gifts for friends and family,\u0026nbsp; I would highly recommend\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.redcandy.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E Red Candy.\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\n They don't only deal in kitchenality . . .\u0026nbsp; they have everything on \ntheir site from photo frames to kettles, wall decor and clocks.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; In \nshort there is something for just about any taste and at pretty decent \nprices, with good service and quick delivery times.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Red Candy has The English Kitchen Two Thumbs Up Vote of Approval.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nNote - although I was sent these two items free for review, I was not \nrequired to write a positive review of either the items or the service.\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/feeds\/3733385157547047148\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2015\/11\/berry-apple-crumble.html#comment-form","title":"14 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/3733385157547047148"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/3733385157547047148"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2015\/11\/berry-apple-crumble.html","title":"Berry \u0026 Apple Crumble "}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Marie Rayner"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00407913432222377267"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzMjK9JXF9J07LjT7q87CzFr7lfbY_b46M6Ckbl4uoouXZe8fbXl8jvYZLZFb_ifxpDJ6VrklMQnta28K-9eJR25vccys5WempX6-vlNwIc3v8H5_Mg12SYfbzVf0Ucg\/s220\/profile+pic.jpg"}}],"thr$total":{"$t":"14"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7100882347408067241.post-3828764150870840097"},"published":{"$t":"2015-11-10T06:00:00.001+00:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2015-11-10T06:00:52.593+00:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"bananas"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Diabetic friendly"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"healthy options"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"low fat options"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"quick breads"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"whole grains"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Banana Coconut Bread"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN3751_zpsdm0bye3g.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN3751_zpsdm0bye3g.jpg\" height=\"369\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nIn my quest to cook things diabetic friendly, I cooked this Banana Coconut Bread the other day and was very pleased with how it turned out!\u0026nbsp; High in fibre and low in both fat and sugar.\u0026nbsp; Yay!\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; That makes me happy.\u0026nbsp; Although you still wouldn't want to binge on something like this of course.\u0026nbsp; All baked goods should be occasional treats (which I am now saving for weekends) and not\u0026nbsp; daily thing.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ca name='more'\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN37511_zpsasfbbdoc.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN37511_zpsasfbbdoc.jpg\" height=\"369\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe Bananas help to keep this bread really moist, but you do have to let it sit overnight before cutting into it, which is why there are no cut pictures of this recipe.\u0026nbsp; (I was letting it sit overnight.)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN3752_zpshqlzatcv.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN3752_zpshqlzatcv.jpg\" height=\"367\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nIt is a bit denser because of the whole wheat flour, but that's okay in a banana bread.\u0026nbsp; You want a banana bread to be a bit dense.\u0026nbsp; It's not a cake.\u0026nbsp; It's a bread, afterall.\u0026nbsp; ☺\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN3753_zpsbmeiz5d2.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN3753_zpsbmeiz5d2.jpg\" height=\"370\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nWhen you scrape the dough into the pan and then scatter the coconut flakes on top, do press them in a bit so that they kinda stick when the dough bakes around them.\u0026nbsp; I didn't and they fell off quite easily.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN3754_zpsseeanudx.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN3754_zpsseeanudx.jpg\" height=\"281\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThey also don't stay crunchy, but that is the way coconut works.\u0026nbsp; Once you wrap it up, it absorbes the moisture from what's around it.\u0026nbsp; Nevermind.\u0026nbsp; It was still delicious anyways!\u0026nbsp; High fibre.\u0026nbsp; Low fat.\u0026nbsp; Low sugar.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; What's bad about any of that!\u0026nbsp; (PS - you can also use regular sugar if you wish.)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN3755_zpsrmunp5kj.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN3755_zpsrmunp5kj.jpg\" height=\"396\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Banana Coconut Bread*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nMakes 12 servings\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/banana-coconut-bread\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nA great way to use up those over ripe bananas!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n140g of plain flour (1 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n65g of whole wheat flour (1\/2 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 tsp baking powder\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/4 tsp baking soda\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/4 tsp salt\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 to 3 medium ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n100g\n of soft light brown sugar or the equivalent in sugar substitute (here \nin the UK 12g of Splenda plus 1\/2 TBS molasses) (1\/2 cup light brown \nsugar packed)\u003C\/div\u003E\n78ml unsweetened light coconut milk (Stir first, 1\/3 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 large free range egg, beaten\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 TBS canola oil\u003C\/div\u003E\n37g of raw chip coconut (1\/2 cup)\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN3756_zpsi5dzrawm.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN3756_zpsi5dzrawm.jpg\" height=\"365\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nPreheat the oven to 180*C\/350*F\/ gas mark 4.\u0026nbsp; Butter an 8 by 4 by 2 inch non stick loaf tin.\u0026nbsp; Set aside.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nWhisk\n together the flours, baking powder, spice, soda and salt in a bowl.\u0026nbsp; \nCombine the mashed bananas, brown sugar, egg and oil.\u0026nbsp; Add all at once \nto the flour mixture and then stir just to moisten.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Pour into the \nprepared baking tin and then scatter the coconut over the top.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nBake\n in the preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes until the top springs back \nwhen lightly touched and a toothpick inserted near the centre comes out \nclean.\u0026nbsp; If you think it is browning too much you may cover this loosely \nwith foil for the lst 20 minutes of baking.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Cool in the pan on a wire \nrack for 10 minutes before tipping out to finish cooling completely.\u0026nbsp; \nWrap and store overnight before slicing.\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN3757_zpsjwkulqxk.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN3757_zpsjwkulqxk.jpg\" height=\"400\" width=\"392\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\nCalories per serving: 154 (with brown sugar) 139 with sugar substitute\u003C\/div\u003E\nCarbs:\u0026nbsp; 24g with sugar, 19g with substitute\u003C\/div\u003E\nProtein:\u0026nbsp; 3g\u003C\/div\u003E\nFat: 6g"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/feeds\/3828764150870840097\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2015\/11\/banana-coconut-bread.html#comment-form","title":"6 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/3828764150870840097"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/3828764150870840097"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2015\/11\/banana-coconut-bread.html","title":"Banana Coconut Bread"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Marie Rayner"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00407913432222377267"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzMjK9JXF9J07LjT7q87CzFr7lfbY_b46M6Ckbl4uoouXZe8fbXl8jvYZLZFb_ifxpDJ6VrklMQnta28K-9eJR25vccys5WempX6-vlNwIc3v8H5_Mg12SYfbzVf0Ucg\/s220\/profile+pic.jpg"}}],"thr$total":{"$t":"6"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7100882347408067241.post-2704814487357516626"},"published":{"$t":"2015-10-18T04:00:00.000+01:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2015-10-18T04:00:01.764+01:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Diabetic friendly"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"healthy options"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"low fat options"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"low GI"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"muffins"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Maple Oatmeal Muffins"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cspan id=\"goog_985584585\"\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan id=\"goog_985584586\"\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\" photo oatmeal muffins_zpsejwaanbd.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/oatmeal%20muffins_zpsejwaanbd.jpg\" height=\"400\" width=\"390\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nIt has been almost a month since I was diagnosed as having Type 2 Diabetes.\u0026nbsp; In that month I have taken myself off of sugar almost 100%, and switched my way of eating almost completely.\u0026nbsp; It hasn't been easy.\u0026nbsp; It's been really hard . . .\u0026nbsp; and there are many days which I feel really lousy.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Dizzy mostly, but I am hoping that will soon rectify itself.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; I have also been having to take extra iron, which doesn't make me feel very well either.\u0026nbsp; On the plus side, I've lost a stone in weight . . .\u0026nbsp; that is 14 pounds to you North Americans.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ca name='more'\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN3658_zpslvpgdagq.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN3658_zpslvpgdagq.jpg\" height=\"363\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI have done a lot of experimenting this month, trying to bake cookies and cakes that are tasty and yet fairly diabetic friendly.\u0026nbsp; I have come to the conclusion that \u0026nbsp; . . . .\u0026nbsp; there is not much in that respect that is quite as tasty as the regular thing, but that is not to mean that it isn't still delicious. \u0026nbsp; Like these muffins for instance . . .\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN3659_zpsiugi6c8n.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN3659_zpsiugi6c8n.jpg\" height=\"376\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThey are fat free for the most part . . .\u0026nbsp; and very low in sugars, relying on maple flavoured sugar free syrup for most of the sweetening.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; (I got mine via Amazon and it is sugar and calorie free.)\u0026nbsp; There is a bit of brown sugar, but only 60g\/1\/4 cup divided between 12 muffins.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN3660_zpsj23an5uo.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN3660_zpsj23an5uo.jpg\" height=\"382\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThey aren't huge in size\u0026nbsp; . . .\u0026nbsp; they're faily small and they don't rise really tall . . . but they are quite tasty and satisfying as well. \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN3661_zps9elgbjz2.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN3661_zps9elgbjz2.jpg\" height=\"400\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThey're not as light as regular muffins . . . but they'll do. \u0026nbsp; I quite like them.\u0026nbsp; I think they actually taste better the day after they are baked. \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; The first batch I made, I didn't soak the oats first and the oats stayed pretty much whole in the mixture which made them kind of rubbery, but still quite tasty.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN3663_zpshnozyvia.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN3663_zpshnozyvia.jpg\" height=\"360\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nSoaking the oats for a while before mixing with the remaining ingredients made for a much nicer texture . . .\u0026nbsp; and the best thing of all is there is less than 100 calories per muffin!\u0026nbsp; I would call this a winning muffin for those who are trying to watch their fats and sugars!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN3668_zpsu04mwcf4.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN3668_zpsu04mwcf4.jpg\" height=\"396\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Maple Oatmeal Muffins*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nMakes 12 small muffins\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/skinny-oatmeal-muffins\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nEasy\n to make and quite a satisfying healthy option.\u0026nbsp; The batter seems a bit \nrunny when you spoon it in, but don't worry, it works out fine. \u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 large free range egg\u003C\/div\u003E\n60g of old fashioned rolled oats (3\/4 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n140g of plain flour (1 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n120ml unsweetened soy or almond milk (1\/2 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n120ml of sugar free maple syrup (1\/2 cup) (I bought mine on Amazon and it has nil calories)\u003C\/div\u003E\n50g of soft dark brown sugar (1\/4 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n60g of low fat greek yogurt (1\/4 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/2 tsp baking soda\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 tsp baking powder\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n1\/2 tsp maple flavouring (alternately you can use vanilla)\u003C\/div\u003E\npinch of salt\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN3667_zpsz1dvj8cj.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN3667_zpsz1dvj8cj.jpg\" height=\"393\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nMeasure\n the oats into a bowl.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Add the milk and syrup.\u0026nbsp; Mix well and let stand\n for 10 minutes, to soften the oats.\u0026nbsp; Preheat the oven to 180*C\/350*F\/ \ngas mark 4. \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nStir\u0026nbsp; the egg, yogurt, brown sugar and maple \nflavouring into the oat mixture.\u0026nbsp; Whisk together the flour, soda and \nbaking power, along with a pinch of salt.\u0026nbsp; Fold into the wet mixture \njust to combine.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Spray a 12 cup medium non stick muffin tin with low \nfat cooking spray.\u0026nbsp; Divide the batter between the muffin cups.\u0026nbsp; Bake for\n 15 to 20 minutes, until they spring back when lightly touched and a \ntoothpick inserted comes out clean.\u0026nbsp; Allow to cool in the pan for 10 \nmiutes, before tipping out onto a wire rack to finish cooling.\u0026nbsp; Store in\n an air tight container for up to 1 week.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN3665_zpsxcxdywxn.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN3665_zpsxcxdywxn.jpg\" height=\"392\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\nCalories per muffin:\u0026nbsp; 93\u003C\/div\u003E\nFats:\u0026nbsp; 1.1g\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\nCarbs:\u0026nbsp; 17.4g\u003C\/div\u003E\nSugars:\u0026nbsp; 4.6g\u003C\/div\u003E\nProtein: 3.2g\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nIf you are not bothered about sugar, fat and calories, these are pretty delicious oatmeal muffins:\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/The%20English%20Kitchen%204\/SDC10422.jpg\" style=\"height: 360px; width: 360px;\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/theenglishkitchen.blogspot.co.uk\/2015\/04\/golden-syrup-and-oatmeal-muffins.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/theenglishkitchen.blogspot.co.uk\/2015\/04\/golden-syrup-and-oatmeal-muffins.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGolden Syrup Oatmeal Muffins\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nAs are these . . .\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003E \u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003E \u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cimg src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/Amazing%20English%20Kitchen\/SDC14986.jpg\" style=\"height: 360px; width: 360px;\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/theenglishkitchen.blogspot.co.uk\/2012\/01\/breakfast-oatmeal-muffins.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EBreakfast Oatmeal Muffins\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/feeds\/2704814487357516626\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2015\/10\/maple-oatmeal-muffins.html#comment-form","title":"6 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/2704814487357516626"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/2704814487357516626"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2015\/10\/maple-oatmeal-muffins.html","title":"Maple Oatmeal Muffins"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Marie Rayner"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00407913432222377267"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzMjK9JXF9J07LjT7q87CzFr7lfbY_b46M6Ckbl4uoouXZe8fbXl8jvYZLZFb_ifxpDJ6VrklMQnta28K-9eJR25vccys5WempX6-vlNwIc3v8H5_Mg12SYfbzVf0Ucg\/s220\/profile+pic.jpg"}}],"thr$total":{"$t":"6"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7100882347408067241.post-5140423531337420148"},"published":{"$t":"2015-10-09T04:00:00.001+01:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2021-01-31T13:17:04.348+00:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"burgers"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Diabetic friendly"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"healthy options"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"low fat options"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Poultry"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"vegetables"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Turkey Spinach Burgers"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Turkey Spinach Burgers\" border=\"0\" height=\"613\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN3464_zpstxpypgaj.jpg\" title=\"Turkey Spinach Burgers\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI've always been very fond of turkey burgers. \u0026nbsp; They are one of my favourite things.\u0026nbsp; In fact I would rather have a turkey burger than one made with ground beef, and that's the truth.\u0026nbsp; I recently made some for our supper and tried to incorporate some vegetables into the mix so that I could get in both extra fiber and vitamins, notably iron as I am iron deficient. \u0026nbsp; They were delicious!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\"Turkey Spinach Burgers\" border=\"0\" height=\"640\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN3465_zpskmth1dwd.jpg\" title=\"Turkey Spinach Burgers\" width=\"626\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI added some whole wheat bread crumbs to help bind them together and I confess . . .\u0026nbsp; a bit of cheese for extra flavour.\u0026nbsp; (In my defense I did use the low fat variety. and I ate my burger without a bun.)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\"Turkey Spinach Burgers\" border=\"0\" height=\"624\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN3466_zpsm6qa8wav.jpg\" title=\"Turkey Spinach Burgers\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nOn the side we had roasted sweet potatoes, which I had cut into slices, spritzed with low fat cooking spray and some garlic and onion powder, plus pepper and then roasted in a hot oven . . .\u0026nbsp; and a green vegetable mix.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\"Turkey Spinach Burgers\" border=\"0\" height=\"629\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN3460_zpslozhhmsz.jpg\" title=\"Turkey Spinach Burgers\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nTodd had his on a bun with a slice of cheese melted on top.\u0026nbsp; He really enjoyed it.\u0026nbsp; I made him eat some tomato and lettuce with it. He's not a salad nut, but if I give it to him he will eat it.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHe also had some mayo on the bottom roll, plus he had all the veg that I had as well.\u0026nbsp; He can't afford to lose weight.\u0026nbsp; We were both happy with what we had.\u0026nbsp; No complaints. \u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E☺\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003EI do love sweet potatoes and spinach too.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\"Turkey Spinach Burgers\" border=\"0\" height=\"640\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN3467_zpsaj9n1wdh.jpg\" title=\"Turkey Spinach Burgers\" width=\"579\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Spinach Turkey Burgers*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nMakes 4 servings\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/spinach-turkey-burgers\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nThese are moist and delicious and pretty healthy too.\u0026nbsp; Both spinach and turkey are superfoods!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n60g of fresh whole wheat bread crumbs (1 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n60ml of chicken broth\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/2 tsp Italian seasoning\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/4 tsp salt\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/4 tsp black pepper\u003C\/div\u003E\n5 ounces frozen chopped spinach, thaw and squeeze dry\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n60g of low fat strong cheddar cheese, grated (1\/2 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 pound lean ground turkey\u003C\/div\u003E\nCheese slices, lettuce, tomatoes, sliced red onions, sandwich buns (all optional)\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\"Turkey Spinach Burgers\" border=\"0\" height=\"634\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN3462_zpshufky1ek.jpg\" title=\"Turkey Spinach Burgers\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nCombine\n the bread crumbs and the chicken broth along with the seasonings and \nspinach.\u0026nbsp; Crumble the turkey into a bowl.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Add the crumb mixture and \ngently mix to combine.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Shape into four 3\/4 inch thick patties.\u0026nbsp; Grill,\n uncovered over medium high heat for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until the \njuices run clear.\u0026nbsp; (Alternately you can broil them 3 to 4 inches from \nthe heat under a grill for 3 to 4 minutes per side.)\u0026nbsp; If desired, serve \non toasted buns with your choice of toppings and condiments.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\"Turkey Spinach Burgers\" border=\"0\" height=\"613\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN34641_zpsrgwh7kpt.jpg\" title=\"Turkey Spinach Burgers\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nCalories:\u0026nbsp; 395 per serving with a bun (without bun 275)\u003C\/div\u003E\nTotal fat:\u0026nbsp; 14.3g (without bun 12.4g)\u003C\/div\u003E\nCarbs:\u0026nbsp; 31.9 (without bun 10.6g)\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\nsugars: 3.9g (without bun 1.2g)\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Turkey Spinach Burgers\" border=\"0\" height=\"624\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN3466_zpsm6qa8wav.jpg\" title=\"Turkey Spinach Burgers\" width=\"640\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\nThis content (written and photography) is the sole property of The \nEnglish Kitchen. 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I can never leave things alone.\u0026nbsp; The original recipe called for red chillies and I confess . . .\u0026nbsp; I am not fond of red chillies.\u0026nbsp; I find them far too hot and I just don't like them.\u0026nbsp; Instead I used a mild chili powder and some ancho chili paste, for a hint of smokiness.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN3366_zpslfushdyf.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN3366_zpslfushdyf.jpg\" height=\"400\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nOf course cheese sprinkled over top would have gone down very well, but I opted to use the avocado salsa that came with the recipe and I was really glad I had.\u0026nbsp; This added texture, colour and a wonderful layer of extra flavours that we both really, \u003Ci\u003EREALLY\u003C\/i\u003E enjoyed!\u0026nbsp; Not to mention some healthy fat.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN3368_zpsj1pf9e19.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN3368_zpsj1pf9e19.jpg\" height=\"400\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nDiabetic or not, I really hope you will make this.\u0026nbsp; It is my new favourite soup and I know it is a recipe I will make often. \u0026nbsp; It's quick, easy and delicious!\u0026nbsp; And it uses (with the exception of the avocado) things that I have in my kitchen all the time.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN3369_zpsw25ypxdj.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN3369_zpsw25ypxdj.jpg\" height=\"355\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Chilli Bean Soup*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\nwith an avocado salsa\u003C\/div\u003E\nServes 6\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/chilli-bean-soup\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nThis\n soup is delicious. Adapted from a recipe I found on Diabetes UK.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; It's\n rich and feels very indulgent, but is very low in calories, fat and \nsugar.\u0026nbsp; Do make the salsa. It adds an extra special touch!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 TBS rice bran oil (or other heart healthy oil)\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 large onion, peeled and chopped\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 cloves of garlic, peeled and minced\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 tsp ground cumin\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/2 tsp ground cinnamon\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 tsp mild chili powder\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/4 tsp ancho chili paste\u003C\/div\u003E\n(or to taste)\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 X (420g) tins of kidney beans, drained, rinsed and drained again (2 X 14 1\/2 oz tins)\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 X (400g) tin of Chopped tomatoes in tomato juice, undrained (1 X 14 1\/2 oz tin)\u003C\/div\u003E\n1.2 litre of vegetable stock (5 cups)\u003C\/div\u003E\nsalt and black pepper to taste\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nFor the salsa:\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 ripe avocado, peeled and chopped\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 fresh ripe tomatoes, peeled and chopped\u003C\/div\u003E\n4 TBS fresh coriander, chopped\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/2 small red onion,\u0026nbsp; peeled and finely chopped \u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/2 tsp mild chili powder (or to taste)\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\nsalt and black pepper to taste\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN3370_zpskh59uxh3.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN3370_zpskh59uxh3.jpg\" height=\"400\" width=\"396\" \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nHeat\n the oil in a large saucepan.\u0026nbsp; Add the onions and cook, stirring \noccasionally, over medium heat, until softened.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Add the garlic, cumin,\n cinnamon, chili powder and ancho chili paste.\u0026nbsp; Cook and stir for a \nminute.\u0026nbsp; Tip in the beans and tomatoes, along with the vegetable stock.\u0026nbsp;\n Bring to the boil.\u0026nbsp; Reduce to a simmer and cook lightly covered for 20 \nto 25 minutes.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN3372_zpscgjybkw8.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN3372_zpscgjybkw8.jpg\" height=\"385\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nFor the salsa, combine all of the ingredients in a bowl.\u0026nbsp; Season to taste with salt and black pepper.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nBlitz\n the soup smooth with a hand held stick blender, or very carefully in a \nregular blender.\u0026nbsp; Reheat gently and season to taste with some salt and \nblack pepper.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nServe the hot soup ladled into heated bowls with a dollop of the salsa on top.\u0026nbsp; Crusty whole wheat bread, yes please!\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; (Just a tiny smidgen)\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nCalories: 161\u003C\/div\u003E\nCarbs: 14.1\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nProtein: 5.3\u003C\/div\u003E\nFat: 6.9\u003C\/div\u003E\nSaturates: 1.5\u003C\/div\u003E\nSugars: 5.3\u003C\/div\u003E\n3\u0026nbsp; portions of fruit and vegetables\u003C\/div\u003E\nVegetarian\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/feeds\/5965815616306055412\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2015\/09\/chilli-bean-soup-with-avocado-salsa.html#comment-form","title":"3 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/5965815616306055412"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/5965815616306055412"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2015\/09\/chilli-bean-soup-with-avocado-salsa.html","title":"Chilli Bean Soup with an Avocado Salsa"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Marie Rayner"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00407913432222377267"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzMjK9JXF9J07LjT7q87CzFr7lfbY_b46M6Ckbl4uoouXZe8fbXl8jvYZLZFb_ifxpDJ6VrklMQnta28K-9eJR25vccys5WempX6-vlNwIc3v8H5_Mg12SYfbzVf0Ucg\/s220\/profile+pic.jpg"}}],"thr$total":{"$t":"3"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7100882347408067241.post-5875366689446918987"},"published":{"$t":"2015-09-25T05:00:00.000+01:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2015-09-25T08:04:32.381+01:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Diabetic friendly"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"fish"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"healthy options"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"low fat options"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Almond Crumbed Cod"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN3293_zpsjq2eqd6p.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN3293_zpsjq2eqd6p.jpg\" height=\"398\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nWe love fish in this house.\u0026nbsp; We don't eat it as often as I would like to, mostly because of the expense, and partially because I am not fond of mystery fish.\u0026nbsp; I like to know what I am eating and although there are cheap options at the shops, they are all covered in batter or fried, or the type of fish used is not exactly spelt out on the package.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; I confess . . .\u0026nbsp; I don't like fish that tastes . . .\u0026nbsp; well . . .\u0026nbsp; fishy!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ca name='more'\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN3294_zpsgawvlefa.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN3294_zpsgawvlefa.jpg\" height=\"376\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI know that may sound a bit strange . . .\u0026nbsp; but hear me out.\u0026nbsp; You are probably saying, isn't fish supposed to taste like fish? \u0026nbsp; Well, yes . . .\u0026nbsp; it is. \u0026nbsp; I just am not fond of STRONG flavoured fish.\u0026nbsp; Like Boston Blue,\u0026nbsp; or mackeral, etc.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN3295_zpsznynh7oh.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN3295_zpsznynh7oh.jpg\" height=\"396\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI do like mild flavoured white fish however\u0026nbsp; . . .\u0026nbsp; and you could use any of them in this recipe.\u0026nbsp; Cod, Haddock, Sole . . . all would be very good.\u0026nbsp; I have used Cod here because I happened to have some lovely cod available.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN3296_zpsqe5tqspu.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN3296_zpsqe5tqspu.jpg\" height=\"376\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nAgain, this is a recipe developed in my quest to eat healthier and Diabetic friendlier. \u0026nbsp; There are some bread crumbs on the fish, but they are fresh bread crumbs made from a seeded malt whole wheat loaf.\u0026nbsp; The crumbs are mixed with some herbs and seasoning.\u0026nbsp; 1 1\/3 cups, which comes from approximately 1 1\/2 slices of bread, divided amongst a pound of fish, so not too much breading all told.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN3297_zpswxe1r58o.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN3297_zpswxe1r58o.jpg\" height=\"375\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe fish is dipped into a mix of semi skimmed milk and beaten egg before rolling it in the crumb mixture.\u0026nbsp; This helps the crumbs to adhere to the fish. \u0026nbsp; So you have some extra fibre and flavour added to your fish.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN3298_zpshu4wwnib.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN3298_zpshu4wwnib.jpg\" height=\"350\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThis next step is what really takes this over the top from pretty good into delicious!\u0026nbsp; I mixed a bit of butter (not much) with some water and fresh lemon juice and I drizzled this mix over the fish.\u0026nbsp; Oh wow.\u0026nbsp; What a wonderful addition this was.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Some flaked almonds were sprinkled over top prior to baking.\u0026nbsp; These added another depth of flavour and some additional crunch.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN3300_zps09dwkh8p.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN3300_zps09dwkh8p.jpg\" height=\"380\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nFinally just before serving, I sprinkled some chopped spring onion on top which added a bit of zest and zing, not to mention colour.\u0026nbsp; Don't they look appealing???\u0026nbsp; This dish was a most delicious part of what I considered to be a very healthy plate.\u0026nbsp; There isn't anyone that could complain about that I don't think.\u0026nbsp; \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN3301_zpsz57quut1.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN3301_zpsz57quut1.jpg\" height=\"383\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Almond Crumbed Cod*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nServes 4\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/almond-crumbed-cod\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\nThis is delicious, easy to make and low in fat. There is approximately 10g carbs per serving.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 medium free range egg, lightly beaten\u003C\/div\u003E\n60ml semi skimmed milk (1\/4 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n325g of fresh whole wheat bread crumbs (1 1\/3 cups)\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 tsp dried basil\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/4 tsp each salt and black pepper\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 pound of cod fillets (can also use sole or haddock)\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 TBS lemon juice\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 TBS water\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 TBS soft butter, melted\u003C\/div\u003E\n3 TBS flaked almonds\u003C\/div\u003E\n3 TBS chopped Spring onions\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nPreheat\n the oven to 220*C\/425*F\/ gas mark 7.\u0026nbsp; Have ready a lightly greased \nbaking sheet.\u0026nbsp; Alternately you can line the baking sheet with baking \npaper.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nBeat the egg and water together in a shallow dish.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\n Mix the crumbs, basil, salt and pepper together on a plate.\u0026nbsp; Dip the \nfish fillets into the egg bath and then roll in the crumbs.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Arrange in\n a single layer on the baking sheet.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nWhisk together the lemon juice, water and melted butter.\u0026nbsp; Drizzle this over the fish.\u0026nbsp; Sprinkle with the almonds.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nBake,\n uncovered, for about 10 minutes, until the fish is opague and flakes \neasily.\u0026nbsp; Sprinkle with the chopped spring onion and serve.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThose baked potatoes are frozen ones.\u0026nbsp; I buy the smaller child sized ones, so \nyou are getting a nice baked potato, just the right size, with all of \nit's fibre still attached.\u0026nbsp; It's a good thing,\u0026nbsp; as Martha would say.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN3303_zpsjvut58yo.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Diabetic%20Kitchen%20Recipes\/DSCN3303_zpsjvut58yo.jpg\" height=\"386\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThis whole meal came in at 40.8 carbs.\u0026nbsp; 10 for the fish.\u0026nbsp; 13 for the vegetables and 17.9 for the baked potato.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; I am not sure if that is good or not, but I am thinking it's not bad.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ch2 id=\"much\"\u003E\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003EHow much carbohydrate do I need each day?\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/h2\u003E\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003EThe daily amount of carbohydrate, protein, and fat for people with \ndiabetes has not been defined—what is best for one person may not be \nbest for another. Everyone needs to get enough carbohydrate to meet the \nbody’s needs for energy, vitamins and minerals, and fiber.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003EExperts suggest that carbohydrate intake for most people should be \nbetween 45 and 65 percent of total calories. People on low-calorie diets\n and people who are physically inactive may want to aim for the lower \nend of that range.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003EOne gram of carbohydrate provides about 4 calories, so you’ll have to\n divide the number of calories you want to get from carbohydrates by 4 \nto get the number of grams. For example, if you want to eat 1,800 total \ncalories per day and get 45 percent of your calories from carbohydrates,\n you would aim for about 200 grams of carbohydrate daily. You would \ncalculate that amount as follows:\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003E.45 x 1,800 calories = 810 calories\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003E810 \u00F7 4 = 202.5 grams of carbohydrate\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003E\n\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003EYour carbohydrate intake needs to be spread out through the \nday. A dietitian or diabetes educator is the best source for helping you learn what foods to \neat, how much to eat, and when to eat based on your weight, activity \nlevel, medicines, and blood glucose targets.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/feeds\/5875366689446918987\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2015\/09\/almond-crumbled-cod.html#comment-form","title":"6 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/5875366689446918987"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/5875366689446918987"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2015\/09\/almond-crumbled-cod.html","title":"Almond Crumbed Cod"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Marie Rayner"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00407913432222377267"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzMjK9JXF9J07LjT7q87CzFr7lfbY_b46M6Ckbl4uoouXZe8fbXl8jvYZLZFb_ifxpDJ6VrklMQnta28K-9eJR25vccys5WempX6-vlNwIc3v8H5_Mg12SYfbzVf0Ucg\/s220\/profile+pic.jpg"}}],"thr$total":{"$t":"6"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7100882347408067241.post-3341872946074397315"},"published":{"$t":"2015-08-02T04:00:00.000+01:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2015-08-02T04:00:02.778+01:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"bananas"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Chocolate"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"healthy options"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"low fat options"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"muffins"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"quick breads"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Amazing Branana Chocolate Chip Muffins"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN2502_zpscb5e72ns.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20NEW%20English%20Kitchen%20Food%20Photos\/DSCN2502_zpscb5e72ns.jpg\" height=\"365\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI know it may not seem like it at times, but I have been trying to eat a bit healthier lately.\u0026nbsp; Having a heart scare does that to you I guess. \u0026nbsp; IN any case, I know it is impossible to be good 100% of the time, but even if I can be good 80% of the time that's an improvement and these delicious Branana Chocolate Muffins really help me to do just that!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ca name='more'\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN2503_zpsdxuaondh.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20NEW%20English%20Kitchen%20Food%20Photos\/DSCN2503_zpsdxuaondh.jpg\" height=\"362\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nBelieve it or not, these moist and delicious muffins have only 1 TBS of fat in the whole recipe!\u0026nbsp; Yep, that's not a misprint . . .\u0026nbsp; only 1 TBS.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN2504_zpskvm8nozy.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20NEW%20English%20Kitchen%20Food%20Photos\/DSCN2504_zpskvm8nozy.jpg\" height=\"399\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nAnd if you use coconut oil like I do . . .\u0026nbsp; then it's a healthy fat. \u0026nbsp; Not only that, but they are stogged full of oat bran!\u0026nbsp; Oats are good for the heart.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN2506_zpsqpenrgjn.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20NEW%20English%20Kitchen%20Food%20Photos\/DSCN2506_zpsqpenrgjn.jpg\" height=\"400\" width=\"396\" \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nBanana and buttermilk help to keep them moist.\u0026nbsp; Also there is no refined sugar in the recipe . . .\u0026nbsp; only honey and molasses . . .\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN2507_zpsihcwpd7b.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20NEW%20English%20Kitchen%20Food%20Photos\/DSCN2507_zpsihcwpd7b.jpg\" height=\"391\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThere are also no eggs, which means that if you have someone who is allergic to eggs in the house, you finally have a muffin recipe that they can enjoy right along with the rest of you.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nIn fact\u0026nbsp; . . .\u0026nbsp; the only really naughty things about these are the chocolate chips, but\u0026nbsp; . . .\u0026nbsp; what the hey, you gotta have a little bit of fun eh?\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN2508_zpslzfikqsl.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20NEW%20English%20Kitchen%20Food%20Photos\/DSCN2508_zpslzfikqsl.jpg\" height=\"400\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Amazing Branana Chocolate Chip Muffins*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nMakes 10\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/amazing-branana-chocolate-chip-muffins\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nThese\n are healthy, healthy, healthy.\u0026nbsp; No sugar.\u0026nbsp; Very little fat.\u0026nbsp; No eggs.\u0026nbsp; \nOh, and did I mention they are delicious and incredibly moist?\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n180g of oat bran (1 1\/2 cups)\u003C\/div\u003E\n80ml buttermilk (1\/3 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 medium bananas, peeled and mashed\u003C\/div\u003E\n(make sure they are really ripe, with plenty of brown spots on the skins)\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 1\/2 tsp vanilla extract\u003C\/div\u003E\n140g of plain flour (1 cup, sifted)\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 1\/2 tsp baking powder\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/2 tsp bicarbonate of soda (baking soda)\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 tsp ground cinnamon\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/4 tsp salt\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 TBS coconut oil, or butter, melted\u003C\/div\u003E\n60ml of liquid honey (1\/4 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n60ml of molasses (1\/4 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n90g of semi sweet chocolate chips (about 1\/2 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n(plus extra to scatter over the tops)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN2509_zpsq2qpj0e2.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20NEW%20English%20Kitchen%20Food%20Photos\/DSCN2509_zpsq2qpj0e2.jpg\" height=\"400\" width=\"391\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nMeasure\n the oat bran into a bowl.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Mix in the buttermilk, mashed bananas and \nvanilla extract.\u0026nbsp; Allow to stand for at least 10 minutes.\u0026nbsp; This should \nbe enough time for the bran to soften.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nPreheat the oven to 180*C\/350*F\/ gas mark 4.\u0026nbsp; Spray a 10 cup medium muffin tin with non stick cooking spray.\u0026nbsp; Set aside.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN2511_zps22tm96bo.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20NEW%20English%20Kitchen%20Food%20Photos\/DSCN2511_zps22tm96bo.jpg\" height=\"398\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nSift\n together the flour, baking powder, soda, cinnamo and salt.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Whisk \ntogether the coconut oil(butter), molasses and honey.\u0026nbsp; Stir the wet \nmixture into the buttermilk\/banana\/oat bran mixture to combine well.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \nFold in the dry ingredients just to moisten.\u0026nbsp; Stir in the chocolate \nchips.\u0026nbsp; Divide the batter amongst the prepared muffin cups.\u0026nbsp; Scatter a \nfew chocolate chips over top of each.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN2512_zps2tjbfd6n.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20NEW%20English%20Kitchen%20Food%20Photos\/DSCN2512_zps2tjbfd6n.jpg\" height=\"400\" width=\"390\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nBake for about 20 \nminutes, until the tops are just barely firm to the touch.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Cool in the\n pan for five minutes before turning out onto a wire rack to finish \ncooling."},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/feeds\/3341872946074397315\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2015\/08\/amazing-branana-chocolate-chip-muffins.html#comment-form","title":"4 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/3341872946074397315"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/3341872946074397315"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2015\/08\/amazing-branana-chocolate-chip-muffins.html","title":"Amazing Branana Chocolate Chip Muffins"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Marie Rayner"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00407913432222377267"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzMjK9JXF9J07LjT7q87CzFr7lfbY_b46M6Ckbl4uoouXZe8fbXl8jvYZLZFb_ifxpDJ6VrklMQnta28K-9eJR25vccys5WempX6-vlNwIc3v8H5_Mg12SYfbzVf0Ucg\/s220\/profile+pic.jpg"}}],"thr$total":{"$t":"4"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7100882347408067241.post-6285475099553404273"},"published":{"$t":"2015-07-24T04:00:00.000+01:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2015-07-24T04:00:02.149+01:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Breads"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Chocolate"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"low fat options"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"quick breads"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"simple suppers"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Teatime Treats"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Chocolate Chip Scones . . .  low fat"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN2384_zpsohq5q1lm.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20NEW%20English%20Kitchen%20Food%20Photos\/DSCN2384_zpsohq5q1lm.jpg\" height=\"400\" width=\"386\" \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nMore often than not, now we are both retired . . .\u0026nbsp; we have our big meal at noon.\u0026nbsp; Dinner. \u0026nbsp; That means that we aren't really all that hungry later on in the day.\u0026nbsp; Todd calls it supper . . .\u0026nbsp; a light meal which consists of not a lot really . . .\u0026nbsp; maybe some toast and cheese, or bread and jam . . .\u0026nbsp; or . . .\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ca name='more'\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN2385_zpsd5x6wiia.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20NEW%20English%20Kitchen%20Food%20Photos\/DSCN2385_zpsd5x6wiia.jpg\" height=\"254\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nOccasionally, very occasionally, I will do us up a treat like these delicious chocolate chip scones.\u0026nbsp; And the best part of these scones is\u0026nbsp; . . .\u0026nbsp; they are really low fat.\u0026nbsp; There is only 2 TBS of butter in the whole recipe!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN2386_zpsj6jmejhq.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20NEW%20English%20Kitchen%20Food%20Photos\/DSCN2386_zpsj6jmejhq.jpg\" height=\"365\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nLight and fluffy with a tender crumb . . .\u0026nbsp; this comes from the vanilla yogurt, which also gives them some additional flavour . . .\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN2387_zps9glphybn.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20NEW%20English%20Kitchen%20Food%20Photos\/DSCN2387_zps9glphybn.jpg\" height=\"370\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nYou can use either mini chocolate chips, or the regular sized chocolate chips.\u0026nbsp; Milk or semi sweet, or both! \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN2388_zpsunuo9cur.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20NEW%20English%20Kitchen%20Food%20Photos\/DSCN2388_zpsunuo9cur.jpg\" height=\"400\" width=\"389\" \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI like the semi sweet myself, but then I am rather fond of darker chocolate.\u0026nbsp; You can also add some chopped toasted nuts if you like.\u0026nbsp; They are delicious any way you cut them.\u0026nbsp; Light and tasty.\u0026nbsp; Scrummo!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN2390_zps0wezlnb7.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20NEW%20English%20Kitchen%20Food%20Photos\/DSCN2390_zps0wezlnb7.jpg\" height=\"375\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Chocolate Chip Scones*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nMakes 8\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/chocolate-chip-scones\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nI like to think of these as being quite healthy.\u0026nbsp; Low fat, tender and delicious.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n210g of plain flour (1 1\/2 cups)\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 1\/2 tsp baking powder\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/2 tsp bicarbonate of soda ( baking soda)\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/2 tsp salt\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 TBS cold butter, cut into bits\u003C\/div\u003E\n125g of non fat vanilla yogurt( I use Yeo Valley)\u003C\/div\u003E\n3 TBS pure Maple syrup\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 TBS milk\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 tsp vanilla extract\u003C\/div\u003E\na handful of semi sweet chocolate chips, plus a few more to decorate the tops\u003C\/div\u003E\nmilk to brush on top\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN2391_zpswfxb5ysb.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20NEW%20English%20Kitchen%20Food%20Photos\/DSCN2391_zpswfxb5ysb.jpg\" height=\"380\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nPreheat\n the oven to 200*C\/400*F\/ gas mark 6.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Line a baking sheet with baking \nparchment.\u0026nbsp; Lightly spritz with nonstick cooking spray.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nWhisk the yogurt, maple syrup, milk and vanilla together.\u0026nbsp; Set aside.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nSift\n the flour together with the baking powder, soda and salt into a bowl.\u0026nbsp; \nDrop in the butter and cut it in with a pastry blender or your \nfingertips until the mixture resembles fine bread crumbs. \u0026nbsp; Make a well \nin the centre and pour in the wet mixture.\u0026nbsp; Stir together to combine \nwith a fork.\u0026nbsp; Stir in the chocolate chips.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo DSCN2389_zpsm76fsnkb.jpg\" border=\"0\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20NEW%20English%20Kitchen%20Food%20Photos\/DSCN2389_zpsm76fsnkb.jpg\" height=\"375\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nShape into a \nround on the prepared baking tray.\u0026nbsp; It may seem a bit wet, but that's \nokay.\u0026nbsp; Using a sharp knife and wetting the knife blade in between cuts, \ncut first into 4 wedges and then cut each wedge in half again, giving \nyou 8 wedges.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Gently tease them apart with the knife, leaving at least\n 2 inches in between each.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Brush the tops with milk and top with a few\n more chocolate chips, pressing them down in lightly.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nBake \nfor 15 to 20 minutes, until lightly golden brown and well risen.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Allow\n to cool on the pan for several minutes before scooping onto a wire rack\n to finish cooling."},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/feeds\/6285475099553404273\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2015\/07\/chocolate-chip-scones-low-fat.html#comment-form","title":"7 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/6285475099553404273"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/6285475099553404273"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2015\/07\/chocolate-chip-scones-low-fat.html","title":"Chocolate Chip Scones . . .  low fat"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Marie Rayner"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00407913432222377267"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzMjK9JXF9J07LjT7q87CzFr7lfbY_b46M6Ckbl4uoouXZe8fbXl8jvYZLZFb_ifxpDJ6VrklMQnta28K-9eJR25vccys5WempX6-vlNwIc3v8H5_Mg12SYfbzVf0Ucg\/s220\/profile+pic.jpg"}}],"thr$total":{"$t":"7"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7100882347408067241.post-7057065228536742242"},"published":{"$t":"2013-11-19T04:00:00.000+00:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2013-11-28T12:22:20.072+00:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Actifry"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"appetizers"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Argos"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Cheap and Cheerful Mains"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Chicken"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Chips"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"low fat options"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"potatoes"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Sweet and Spicy Chicken Wings, chips and a really cool machine!"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo SAM_1849_zps8bbdce53.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"356\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20amazing%20Testing%20ground\/SAM_1849_zps8bbdce53.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nDo you like chicken wings and chips as much as I do???\u0026nbsp; Do you hate the mess, agro and smell caused from deep frying??? \u0026nbsp; Well, have I got a great kitchen gadget for you!! \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\" photo T-Fal_zpsd34d1772.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"400\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20amazing%20Testing%20ground\/T-Fal_zpsd34d1772.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nWe recently got a  \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.argos.co.uk\/static\/Product\/partNumber\/9066629.htm\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ETefal AW950040 Family ActiFry Fryer\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp; in\u0026nbsp; Black from \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.argos.co.uk\/static\/Browse\/ID72\/33024975\/c_1\/1|category_root|Home+and+Garden|33005908\/c_2\/2|33005908|Kitchen+electricals|33007917\/c_3\/3|33007917|Small+kitchen+appliances|33016760\/c_4\/4|cat_33016760|Fryers|33024975.htm\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EArgos.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E This was something I had wanted for a very long time.\u0026nbsp; My friend Angie (may she rest in peace) had gotten one a couple of years ago and raved about how good it was. The Actifry Fryer is a machine that uses new cooking technology to create crisp fries and other foods with virtually no oil.\u0026nbsp; I love chips, but I don't love all the fat and calories in them, so they are a very rare treat in this house.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe first thing I cooked in the ActiFry Fryer was chips.\u0026nbsp; I just had to see if they were as good as promised.\u0026nbsp; I apologize ahead of time for the lousy photos. ( I hate the problems I\u0026nbsp; with natural light in these late autumn\/winter months.)\u0026nbsp; Egg and Chips was on the menu.\u0026nbsp; Normally I do oven chips but this time I used the fryer and I have to say . . . they turned out really well.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\" photo TFal_zps9d02792b.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"240\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20amazing%20Testing%20ground\/TFal_zps9d02792b.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI followed the instructions which came with the machine exactly and we were rewarded with nicely crisp, yet low fat chips!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo SAM_1858_zpse4c833b0.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"397\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20amazing%20Testing%20ground\/SAM_1858_zpse4c833b0.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nYou just cut up your potatoes, rinse and dry them and then pop them into the fryer with a spoonful of oil, measured in the oil measurer that comes with the machine.\u0026nbsp; Thirty minutes later you are the lucky recipients of crisp and golden fries, with very little fat added.\u0026nbsp; Every few minutes, I peered into the machine, and nothing much seemed to\n be happening . . . at first. The potatoes were being stirred by the \nrevolving arm, very, very slowly.\u0026nbsp; It wasn't long though before that began to change!\u0026nbsp; It was rather amazing actually.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo SAM_1866_zpse8cd92a5.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"400\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20amazing%20Testing%20ground\/SAM_1866_zpse8cd92a5.jpg\" width=\"389\" \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe Toddster is rather fond of an egg and chips supper every now and then and he was well pleased with\u0026nbsp; the way the chips turned out.\u0026nbsp; So was I.\u0026nbsp; Call me a happy camper.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nBut it is a rather large machine and I have very limited space in my kitchen . . . was the Actifry more than a one trick pony??\u0026nbsp; Next up Chicken Wings.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; I adore chicken wings, but I don't adore all of that fat and those calories.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; I especially love Chinese Chicken wings . . . \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo SAM_1845_zps52244dec.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"372\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20amazing%20Testing%20ground\/SAM_1845_zps52244dec.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI created a batter using flour, corn flour, egg and some salt and cayenne.\u0026nbsp; I coated the wing pieces in this mixture, dumped them into the fryer, set the timer and let the magic happen.\u0026nbsp; At first I despaired that they would turn out . . . I literally had to stop watching it . . .\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\" photo SAM_1846_zpsb386722f.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"400\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20amazing%20Testing%20ground\/SAM_1846_zpsb386722f.jpg\" width=\"375\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nNo need to fear however as thirty five minutes later we had crisp golden and spicy chicken wings!\u0026nbsp; Result!!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo SAM_1848_zps62325772.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"366\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20amazing%20Testing%20ground\/SAM_1848_zps62325772.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI created a spicy sweet sauce to toss them in so that they would be finger licking good.\u0026nbsp; I love sauced crisp wings.\u0026nbsp; Don't you?\u0026nbsp; \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo SAM_1849_zps8bbdce53.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"356\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20amazing%20Testing%20ground\/SAM_1849_zps8bbdce53.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nCreated with honey, soy, fresh ginger root, muscovado sugar, rice wine vinegar and red chilies, this was the perfect sauce to toss with those crisp little babies. \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\" photo SAM_1852_zps7ba88f81.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"353\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20amazing%20Testing%20ground\/SAM_1852_zps7ba88f81.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI also added some chopped roasted peanuts and toasted sesame seeds for extra crunch, texture and flavour.\u0026nbsp; Oh boy, were these ever good.\u0026nbsp; I have some more chicken wings in the fridge and am going to hot wings next.\u0026nbsp; I can't wait!\u0026nbsp; (NO worries if you don't have an actifry, you can cook these tasty little wings the old fashioned way in hot oil.)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo SAM_1847_zpsbc6bdcd2.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"383\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20amazing%20Testing%20ground\/SAM_1847_zpsbc6bdcd2.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Sweet and Spicy Chicken Wings*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nMakes 4 servings\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/sweet-and-spicy-chicken-wings\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nThese\n were done in my T-Fal acti-fry machine.\u0026nbsp; I will include instructions at\n the end to do them without an acti-fry machine.\u0026nbsp; They are wonderfully \ndelicious.\u0026nbsp; Crisp and spicey and sweet!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nAbout a dozen chicken wings, jointed, \u003Cbr \/\u003E\ntips removed and discarded\u003C\/div\u003E\n(giving you 24 pieces)\u003C\/div\u003E\n35g of plain flour (1\/4 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n30g corn flour (1\/4 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 large free range egg, beaten\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 tsp salt\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/2 tsp cayenne pepper (or to taste\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 TBS peanut oil\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nFor the Sauce:\u003C\/div\u003E\n125ml of water (1\/2 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 TBS finely grated fresh ginger root\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 1\/2 TBS dark soy sauce\u003C\/div\u003E\n100g soft light brown muscovado sugar (1\/2 cup packed)\u003C\/div\u003E\n3 TBS seasoned rice wine vinegar\u003C\/div\u003E\n120ml of golden syrup or honey (1\/2 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n1 tsp crushed chilies (I used Gourmet Garden)\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nTo finish:\u003C\/div\u003E\n35g roasted peanuts, coarsely chopped (1\/3 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 TBS sesame seeds, toasted\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo SAM_1857_zps37e6ec6a.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"370\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20amazing%20Testing%20ground\/SAM_1857_zps37e6ec6a.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nMix\n the flour, cornflour, egg, salt and cayenne pepper together in a bowl.\u0026nbsp;\n Dry your wings well with some paper kitchen towelling and then toss \nthem into the batter to coat them thoroughly, mixing with your hands.\u0026nbsp; \n(They are the best tools invented!)\u0026nbsp; Dump them into the ActiFry \nmachine.\u0026nbsp; Drizzle with the oil.\u0026nbsp; Close the lid to the machine and cook \nfor 35 minutes.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nWhile the wings are cooking, make the sauce.\u0026nbsp; \nCombine the water, ginger, soy sauce, brown sugar, vinegar and golden \nsyrup\/honey in a large saucepan.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Bring to the boil and then reduce to a\n quick simmer, allowing it to reduce to a syrupy thick sauce.\u0026nbsp; Turn out \nthe burner and keep warm.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\nOnce the wings are cooked, \ntoss them into the saucepan with the sauce and add the chopped peanuts \nand sesame seeds.\u0026nbsp; The wings should be coated completely with the sauce \nand covered with the crunchy bits.\u0026nbsp; Delicious!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nNote: for \nconventional cooking once you have the wings coated in the batter deep \nfry them in a pot of hot oil (177*C-193*C\/350*F-380*F) until crisp and \ncooked through.\u0026nbsp; Drain well on paper towels and then toss with the sauce\n as above.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo article-2279449-179CA363000005DC-11_634x626_zpsb1702af0.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"394\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20amazing%20Testing%20ground\/article-2279449-179CA363000005DC-11_634x626_zpsb1702af0.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nGuess who else is a fan of the Acti Fry??\u0026nbsp; I am in good company. \u0026nbsp; Just sayin is all . . .\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo tefal-yv9601_zpsfa361201.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"400\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20amazing%20Testing%20ground\/tefal-yv9601_zpsfa361201.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThe Tefal Actifry Family can hold up to 1.5kg enough to feed the whole \nfamily! The unique patented technology makes for healthier crisps and \nchips without those horrible greasy odours. One spoon of oil to cook \nyour favourite fresh food with no preheating. The transparent lid makes \nit easier to see your food as it cooks.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; All removable parts are also dishwasher safe, which makes cleaning up a breeze.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; If I could find one thing wrong with it, it would be the size of it as it is rather hefty, but the results I got using it more than make up for that one simple drawback.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nRight now you can buy one at \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.argos.co.uk\/static\/Product\/partNumber\/9066629.htm\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EArgos for £149.99\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, which is a saving of\u0026nbsp; £70 from off the regular price of\u0026nbsp; £219.99.\u0026nbsp; Is it worth it??\u0026nbsp; I think so. \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI was really happy with the service from\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.argos.co.uk\/static\/Browse\/ID72\/33024975\/c_1\/1|category_root|Home+and+Garden|33005908\/c_2\/2|33005908|Kitchen+electricals|33007917\/c_3\/3|33007917|Small+kitchen+appliances|33016760\/c_4\/4|cat_33016760|Fryers|33024975.htm\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E Argos \u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003Eas well.\u0026nbsp; Delivery was quick and everything arrived in short order and perfect shape.\u0026nbsp; \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo index_zpsc6e8d509.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"198\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20amazing%20Testing%20ground\/index_zpsc6e8d509.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nColour me happy!!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/feeds\/7057065228536742242\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2013\/11\/sweet-and-spicy-chicken-wings-chips-and.html#comment-form","title":"9 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/7057065228536742242"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/7057065228536742242"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2013\/11\/sweet-and-spicy-chicken-wings-chips-and.html","title":"Sweet and Spicy Chicken Wings, chips and a really cool machine!"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Marie Rayner"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00407913432222377267"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzMjK9JXF9J07LjT7q87CzFr7lfbY_b46M6Ckbl4uoouXZe8fbXl8jvYZLZFb_ifxpDJ6VrklMQnta28K-9eJR25vccys5WempX6-vlNwIc3v8H5_Mg12SYfbzVf0Ucg\/s220\/profile+pic.jpg"}}],"thr$total":{"$t":"9"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7100882347408067241.post-6747774159508450424"},"published":{"$t":"2013-06-11T04:00:00.000+01:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2013-06-11T04:00:04.819+01:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"healthy options"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"low fat options"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"pasta"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Quick and Easy"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"simple suppers"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"vegetables"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Pasta with Courgettes, Tomatoes \u0026 Lemon Cream"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\" photo SAM_6497_zps9fcf6151.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"351\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen\/SAM_6497_zps9fcf6151.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\nI had bought the Toddster a smoked Haddock and Prawn Pie for him to have for supper one night while I was away in Canada.\u0026nbsp; He forgot all about it, which really worked out quite well actually as it gave me a chance to indulge myself with some pasta tonight when I heated it up for him!\u0026nbsp; Win\/win!\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\nI love it when that happens.\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo SAM_6498_zpse584b1b4.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"380\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen\/SAM_6498_zpse584b1b4.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\nI really love pasta and I need to indulge myself every once in a while.\u0026nbsp; Todd will eat it if pressed, but if I don't have to feed it to him, he's quite happy with something else.\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\" photo SAM_6499_zpsadaa7b0b.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"393\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen\/SAM_6499_zpsadaa7b0b.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\nToday I cooked myself a fresh and tasty and light pasta dish, filled with lovely crispy tender pieces of courgettes . . . just gently sauteed . . . and sweet cherry tomatoes, again just wilted . . . with a delicious and creamy sauce that was low fat.\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo SAM_6501_zpsd6f27457.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"391\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen\/SAM_6501_zpsd6f27457.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\nYes, you hear that right.\u0026nbsp; This rich and creamy looking sauce is quite low fat.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Amazingly there are only three ingredients . . . freshly grated lemon zest . . . and a bit of the pasta cooking water.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; It tastes fabulous and complicated, and yet . . . tis so simple!\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo SAM_6506_zps42c3f25f.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"386\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen\/SAM_6506_zps42c3f25f.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\nI love it when that happens.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Don't you?\u0026nbsp; Coz . . . I am rather lazy, and I am always watching my waist line . . .or at least trying to at any rate!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\" photo SAM_6507_zpsa8ba171a.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"373\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen\/SAM_6507_zpsa8ba171a.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThis feels and tastes utterly indulgent, and yet . . . it's not! \u0026nbsp; Yay!!\u0026nbsp; Scrumdiddlyumptiously low fat delish!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg alt=\" photo SAM_6512_zps8371af34.jpg\" border=\"0\" height=\"386\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen\/SAM_6512_zps8371af34.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Pasta with Courgettes, Tomatoes and Lemon Cream*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nServes 4\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/pasta-with-courgettes-tomatoes-and-lemon-cream\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nThis\n recipe serves four but is very easily reduced to feed less if you \nwish.\u0026nbsp; Low in fat and high in vitamins.\u0026nbsp; Who knew low fat could be so \ndelicious!\u003C\/div\u003E\n8 ounces of whole wheat spaghetti\u003C\/div\u003E\n125ml of low fat Greek Yoghurt (1\/4 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n50g of finely grated Parmesan cheese (1\/4 cup)\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 tsp finely grated lemon zest\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/4 tsp fine sea salt\u003C\/div\u003E\n1\/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 TBS olive oil\u003C\/div\u003E\n3 medium courgettes, cut into thin ribbons, \u003Cbr \/\u003E\neach about 3 inches long and 1\/4 inch thick\u003C\/div\u003E\n2 tsp garlic paste\u003C\/div\u003E\n1 small punnet of cherry tomatoes, halved (about 1 cup)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nFreshly grated Parmesan for topping finished dish,if desired\u003C\/div\u003E\n\u003Cdiv\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\nBring\n a large pot of lightly salted water to the boil.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Add the spaghetti \nand cook al dente, according to the package directions.\u0026nbsp; \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nWhisk together the yoghurt, cheese and lemon zest.\u0026nbsp; Set aside.\u003C\/div\u003E\nHeat\n the oil in a large deep skillet.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Add the courgette ribbons and cook, \ngently stirring occasionally until they are just wilted.\u0026nbsp; Push to one \nside and add the garlic.\u0026nbsp; As soon as you can smell it, add the tomatoes \nand cook , stirring for several minutes, just until they begin to \nsoften.\u0026nbsp; Mix together with the courgettes.\u0026nbsp; Stir in the yoghurt \nmixture.\u0026nbsp; Drain the pasta, reserving several tablespoons of the cooking \nliquid.\u0026nbsp; Add the drained pasta to the pan with the courgettes and \ntomatoes. Toss gently to combine.\u0026nbsp; Add the pasta liquid a tablespoon at a\n time, if necessary to thin the sauce to your desired consistency.\u0026nbsp; \nSeason to taste.\u0026nbsp; Divide amongst four heated pasta bowls.\u0026nbsp; Top with some freshly grated \nParmesan, if desired, and serve immediately."},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/feeds\/6747774159508450424\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2013\/06\/pasta-with-courgettes-tomatoes-lemon.html#comment-form","title":"5 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/6747774159508450424"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/6747774159508450424"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2013\/06\/pasta-with-courgettes-tomatoes-lemon.html","title":"Pasta with Courgettes, Tomatoes \u0026 Lemon Cream"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Marie Rayner"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00407913432222377267"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzMjK9JXF9J07LjT7q87CzFr7lfbY_b46M6Ckbl4uoouXZe8fbXl8jvYZLZFb_ifxpDJ6VrklMQnta28K-9eJR25vccys5WempX6-vlNwIc3v8H5_Mg12SYfbzVf0Ucg\/s220\/profile+pic.jpg"}}],"thr$total":{"$t":"5"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7100882347408067241.post-3263897149286372883"},"published":{"$t":"2012-12-09T04:00:00.000+00:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2012-12-09T04:00:02.944+00:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Cookies and squares"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Elevensies"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"low fat options"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Scrummy Snacks"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Teatime Treats"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Low Fat Cheesecake Brownies"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cimg height=\"369\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen\/SAM_3377.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThis recipe is a little bit of a cheat as it uses a boxed brownie mix, but I think most of you will forgive me for that!  Now you CAN have your brownies and EAT them too!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg height=\"400\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen\/SAM_3378.jpg\" width=\"381\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nIf you are really adverse to using mixes . . . I have a from scratch recipe for a light brownie which you can see\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/light-brownies\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E here.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E I am thinking it would work just as well as the\u0026nbsp; mix. But I am adding no guarantees here as I haven't done this myself. \u0026nbsp; Not yet, anyways.\u0026nbsp; When I do, I'll report back!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cimg height=\"366\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen\/SAM_3379.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E \u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\nI am always looking for lighter options.\u0026nbsp; I know that it may not seem like that from looking at a lot of the recipes that I post on here, but it's true. If I can figure out a lighter way of doing something . . .\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg height=\"397\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen\/SAM_3380.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nAND actually have the adaptation taste as good or better than the original recipe . . . then I am all for that!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg height=\"386\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen\/SAM_3382.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nIt's not always possible, but\u003Ci\u003E these\u003C\/i\u003E tasty brownies do just that.\u0026nbsp; Seriously!!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg height=\"377\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen\/SAM_3385.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nLess fat, just as much taste as the original.\u0026nbsp; I did not ice mine.\u0026nbsp; I simply dusted them with a bit of icing sugar to serve.\u0026nbsp; It dresses them up quite nicely . . .\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI'll guarantee nobody will even guess that these are low fat.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg height=\"391\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen\/SAM_3387.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThey're really easy to make too . . . the only difficult part will be eating just one.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg height=\"354\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen\/SAM_3388.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI betcha can't!\u0026nbsp; And if you can???\u0026nbsp; Well . . . then,\u0026nbsp; you're a\u003Ci\u003E much\u003C\/i\u003E stronger woman than I am!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg height=\"400\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen\/SAM_3389.jpg\" width=\"394\" \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Low Fat Cheesecake Brownies*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nMakes one 8 inch square pan\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/low-fat-cheesecake-brownies\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nDeliciously low fat alternative to the real thing.\u0026nbsp; Rich and fudgy too.\u0026nbsp; You'll never miss the fat.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n1 package of brownie mix\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n2 heaped dessertspoons of smooth applesauce (about 1\/4 cup)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n2 large free range egg whites, divided\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n2 TBS water\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n125g of light cream cheese, softened (1\/2 cup)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n95g of granulated sugar (1\/4 cup)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n2 TBS plain flour\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nPreheat\n the oven to 180*C\/350*F\/ gas mark 4.\u0026nbsp; Spray an 8 inch square pan with \nnonstick cooking spray, and line with baking paper, leaving an overhang \nfor lifting.\u0026nbsp; Spray the paper.\u0026nbsp; Set aside.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nWhisk together the \nbrownie mix, one of the egg whites, the apple sauce and water until \nsmooth.\u0026nbsp; Pour into the prepared pan.\u0026nbsp; Stir together the cream cheese, \nremaining egg white, sugar and flour until well blended.\u0026nbsp; Pour this over\n top of the brownie batter.\u0026nbsp; Cut through the batter with a knife several\n times to create a marbled effect.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nBake for 28 minutes, or until a\n toothpick inserted in the centre comes out with fudgy crumbs attached.\u0026nbsp;\n Don't overbake.\u0026nbsp; Cool completely in the pan on top of a wire rack \nbefore removing and cutting into squares."},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/feeds\/3263897149286372883\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2012\/12\/low-fat-cheesecake-brownies.html#comment-form","title":"2 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/3263897149286372883"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/3263897149286372883"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2012\/12\/low-fat-cheesecake-brownies.html","title":"Low Fat Cheesecake Brownies"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Marie Rayner"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00407913432222377267"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzMjK9JXF9J07LjT7q87CzFr7lfbY_b46M6Ckbl4uoouXZe8fbXl8jvYZLZFb_ifxpDJ6VrklMQnta28K-9eJR25vccys5WempX6-vlNwIc3v8H5_Mg12SYfbzVf0Ucg\/s220\/profile+pic.jpg"}}],"thr$total":{"$t":"2"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7100882347408067241.post-1722097101871240444"},"published":{"$t":"2012-06-03T04:00:00.000+01:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2012-06-03T04:00:01.563+01:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Elevensies"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"healthy alternatives"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"loaves"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"low fat options"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"quick breads"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Scrummy Snacks"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Mrs R's Date \u0026 Nut Loaf"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg height=\"365\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen%202\/SDC17170.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI was feeling very nostalgic today and so I made a Date \u0026amp; Nut loaf.\u0026nbsp; I just love Date \u0026amp; Nut loaf, and so does Todd.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg height=\"376\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen%202\/SDC17171.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nMy mother always made a beautiful one.\u0026nbsp; We loved it when she made it and when she made her War Cake for us at Christmas.\u0026nbsp; (It was full of fat sticky raisins! I love raisins.)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg height=\"361\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen%202\/SDC17174.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI couldn't find mom's recipe today though . . . so I used my ex mother in law's.\u0026nbsp; It's a really good recipe too.\u0026nbsp; Moist and scrummy . . . and filled with lots of walnuts and sticky dates.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg height=\"397\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen%202\/SDC17173.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nOh so perfect with a hot cuppa herbal tea.\u0026nbsp; Spread with butter . . . of course.\u0026nbsp; In for a penny, in for a pound!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg height=\"358\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen%202\/SDC17176.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nPerfect for elevensies, or afternoo tea . . . or for just munching on when you feel a bit peckish.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg height=\"348\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen%202\/SDC17183.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nIt's very low fat . . . there are only 2 TBS of fat in the entire loaf.\u0026nbsp; That's not bad eh!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI think I'll have another piece!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg height=\"388\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen%202\/SDC17185.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Mrs R's Date and Nut Loaf*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nMakes one 8 by 4 loaf\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/date-nut-loaf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrintable Recipe\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nA moist and delicious loaf to serve with tea.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n1 cup dates, chopped (170g)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n3\/4 cup boiling water (6 fluid ounces)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n1 tsp bicarbonate of soda\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n2 TBS butter\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n3\/4 cup sugar (145g)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n1 large free range egg\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n1 tsp vanilla\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n1 3\/4 cup flour (150g)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n1\/2 tsp salt\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n1\/2 cup chopped walnuts (60g)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nseveral whole walnuts to decorate\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nPreheat the oven to 160*C\/325*F\/ gas mark 3.\u0026nbsp; Butter and flour an 8 by 4 inch loaf tin.\u0026nbsp; Set aside.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nPut the dates into a bowl.\u0026nbsp; Pour the boiling water over top and add the soda.\u0026nbsp; Mix, cover and let stand until the mixture cools.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nCream\n together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.\u0026nbsp; Beat in the egg \nand vanilla.\u0026nbsp; Stir in the flour and salt, then add the cooled date \nmixture.\u0026nbsp; Stir in the chopped walnuts Don't over mix.\u0026nbsp; Spread in the \nprepared loaf tin.\u0026nbsp; Smooth over the top.\u0026nbsp; Place a few whole walnut \nhalves on top in a decorative manner.\u0026nbsp; Bake for 1 hour or until well \nrisen and a toothpick inserted in the centre comes out clean.\u0026nbsp; Allow to \nsit in the pan for 5 minutes, before tipping out onto a wire rack to \nfinish cooling completely.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nStore covered in an airtight \ncontainer.\u0026nbsp; This tastes even better the next day.\u0026nbsp; We like it sliced and\n spread with softened butter."},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/feeds\/1722097101871240444\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2012\/06\/mrs-rs-date-nut-loaf.html#comment-form","title":"5 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/1722097101871240444"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/1722097101871240444"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2012\/06\/mrs-rs-date-nut-loaf.html","title":"Mrs R's Date \u0026 Nut Loaf"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Marie Rayner"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00407913432222377267"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzMjK9JXF9J07LjT7q87CzFr7lfbY_b46M6Ckbl4uoouXZe8fbXl8jvYZLZFb_ifxpDJ6VrklMQnta28K-9eJR25vccys5WempX6-vlNwIc3v8H5_Mg12SYfbzVf0Ucg\/s220\/profile+pic.jpg"}}],"thr$total":{"$t":"5"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7100882347408067241.post-6520537342176492358"},"published":{"$t":"2012-04-25T04:00:00.000+01:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2012-04-25T04:00:01.548+01:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Breakfast"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Fruits"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"healthy options"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"low fat options"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"quick breads"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Dried Cherry, Almond and Apricot Breakfast Loaf"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg height=\"358\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen%202\/SDC16369.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nIt never hurts to have something in the house that you can pick up for a quick breakfast on those mornings that you are in a rush and don't have a lot of time for faffing about.  Something that you can put together at the weekend, store and then rely on\u0026nbsp; for a tasty and filling breakfast on-the-go during those busy weekdays that we all have far too often!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg height=\"379\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen%202\/SDC16367.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThis is one of  my old reliables from my Big Blue Binder.  Not only is it delicious, but it's also very, very healthy and\u0026nbsp; virtually fat free, believe it or not!\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; That can't be bad!\u0026nbsp; Free from fat and abundant in flavour. It's win\/win!!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg height=\"326\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen%202\/SDC16366.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nChock full of goodness, with hearty oats and wholemeal flour (if you so choose), the sweetness of honey and a bit of brown sugar, toasted nuts, and sweet\/tart dried cherries and apricots.\u0026nbsp; There is only a slight hint of cinnamon flavour, which of course you could increase if you really wanted to.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg height=\"355\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen%202\/SDC16368.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI like to add an optional glaze of lemon juice and granulated sugar as a personal\u0026nbsp; preference.\u0026nbsp; It also helps to keep the nuts on the cake.\u0026nbsp; I just use about a quarter cup of golden caster sugar and the\u0026nbsp; juice of half a lemon, which I pour over the cake as soon as I take it out of the oven.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg height=\"383\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen%202\/SDC16373.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nThis is a sturdy bread, which makes it a lovely breakfast bread, and quite suitable for toasting under the grill.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nIt is also a great picnic bread, sliced and put together with some cream cheese in the middle.\u0026nbsp; Oh so scrummy!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg height=\"371\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen%202\/SDC16375.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI bake it up, slice it into slices, then put it back together with pieces of parchment paper between the slices and then I freeze it in an airtight plastic container.\u0026nbsp; That way all I have to do is to grab out as many slices as I am wanting to serve and the rest stays safe in the freezer ready to\u0026nbsp; indulge in at another time.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u0026nbsp;\u003Cimg height=\"400\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen%202\/SDC16377.jpg\" width=\"376\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nI do hope you'll give this delicious breakfast bread a try.\u0026nbsp; I think you'll agree with me.\u0026nbsp; It's a real winner!\u0026nbsp; Oh, I do so love dried cherries and apricots.\u0026nbsp; They are my only weakness . . . \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cimg height=\"356\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/A%20Amazing%20English%20Kitchen%202\/SDC16380.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Dried Cherry, Apricot and Almond Breakfast Loaf*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nMakes one 2 1\/4 pound loaf\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/dried-cherry-apricot-and-almond-loaf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EPrintable Recipe\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nPerfect to bake at the weekend and then serve for breakfasts during the week, toasted and spread with a bit of butter and honey.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n50g old fashioned rolled oats (1\/2 cup)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n300ml of semi skim milk, warmed (a generous 1 1\/4 cups)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n240g of self raising flour (2 cups)\u0026nbsp; (You can use white or wholemeal, depending\u003Cbr \/\u003E\non how healthy you want this to be.)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n1 tsp baking powder\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n125g of dried cherries (3\/4 cup)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n50g of diced dried apricots (1\/3 cup)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n75g of soft light brown sugar (1\/3 cup packed)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n1 tsp ground cinnamon\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n3 TBS Acacia honey (runny)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n1 large free range egg, beaten\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n5 TBS flaked toasted almonds, divided\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nPreheat the oven to 180*C.\/350*F\/ gas mark 4.\u0026nbsp; Butter and line a 2 1\/4 pound loaf tin with baking paper.\u0026nbsp; Set aside.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nMeasure\n the oats and fruit into a large bowl.\u0026nbsp; Add the warm milk.\u0026nbsp; Allow to \nstand for about 10 minutes before proceeding.\u0026nbsp; Sift the flour, cinnamon \nand baking powder together onto a piece of parchment paper.\u0026nbsp; Stir the \nbrown sugar, honey and beaten egg into the oat mixture.\u0026nbsp; Stir in the \nflour mixture, mixing together well.\u0026nbsp; Fold in 3 TBS of the almonds.\u0026nbsp; \nSpread the batter into the lined tin, smoothing the top over.\u0026nbsp; Sprinkle \nthe remaining 2 TBS of flaked almonds on top.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nBake for 45 minutes\n in the preheated oven, until the loaf is risen, golden brown adn a \ntoothpick inserted in the centre comes out clean.\u0026nbsp; Allow to cool in the \ntin for 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to finish cooling \ncompletely.\u0026nbsp; Store in an airtight container.\u0026nbsp; \u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nTo serve, cut into\n slices and lightly toast under the grill.\u0026nbsp; Butter and serve with a \ndrizzle of honey.\u0026nbsp; (Of course you can always just cut it into slices to \neat plain.\u0026nbsp; It's good either way.)"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/feeds\/6520537342176492358\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2012\/04\/dried-cherry-almond-and-apricot.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/6520537342176492358"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/6520537342176492358"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2012\/04\/dried-cherry-almond-and-apricot.html","title":"Dried Cherry, Almond and Apricot Breakfast Loaf"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Marie Rayner"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00407913432222377267"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzMjK9JXF9J07LjT7q87CzFr7lfbY_b46M6Ckbl4uoouXZe8fbXl8jvYZLZFb_ifxpDJ6VrklMQnta28K-9eJR25vccys5WempX6-vlNwIc3v8H5_Mg12SYfbzVf0Ucg\/s220\/profile+pic.jpg"}}],"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7100882347408067241.post-7832546913749680377"},"published":{"$t":"2012-03-20T04:00:00.003+00:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2012-03-20T04:00:03.555+00:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Comfort Foods"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"family pleasers"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"healthy options"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"low fat options"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"soups and stews"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"A Simple Chili"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cimg style=\"width: 360px; height: 360px;\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/Amazing%20English%20Kitchen\/SDC15822.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EWe may have had some really nice sunny days here in the North West and tomorrow may be the first day of spring, but there's definitely still a chill in the air!  Especially when the wind blows!!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cimg style=\"width: 360px; height: 360px;\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/Amazing%20English%20Kitchen\/SDC15823.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EWe did a lot of work in the garden today and so ended up hungry as heck and chilled to the bone.  I wanted to make something hearty and filling for our supper . . . and warming.  Something that wouldn't be too high in fat though . . . and which would be somewhat healthy.  I opted to make a simple and delicious chili.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cimg style=\"width: 360px; height: 360px;\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/Amazing%20English%20Kitchen\/SDC15826.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EUsing extra lean minced steak, and an assortment of beans, chopped tomatoes, onion, garlic, herbs and spices . . . this is quite low in fat.  I didn't use any to brown the meat, except one burst of a non stick cooking spray . . . and we used half fat cheddar and sour cream at the end.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cimg style=\"width: 360px; height: 360px;\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/Amazing%20English%20Kitchen\/SDC15812.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EProbably the most calorific part of the meal was the cornbread.  But even that's not too bad.  I used this recipe \u003Ca style=\"font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 102, 255);\" href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/mother-in-law-s-corncake\"\u003Ehere\u003C\/a\u003E, except that I added some chopped green chili peppers this time for an extra bit of a bite.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cimg style=\"width: 360px; height: 360px;\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/Amazing%20English%20Kitchen\/SDC15813.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EIt really hit the spot and filled us up.  We were most happy.  I cut the recipe in half as there are just the two of us and that worked very well.  We both had a nice full bowl of the stuff and there is enough left for Todd to have some for his lunch tomorrow.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cimg style=\"width: 360px; height: 360px;\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/Amazing%20English%20Kitchen\/SDC15818.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EMy secret ingredient for this tasty bowl of red???  A tiny bit of Lindt dark chocolate with chili.  It adds an extra depth of flavour and just a tiny bit of zip.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cimg style=\"width: 360px; height: 360px;\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/Amazing%20English%20Kitchen\/SDC15811.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*A Simple Chili*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EServes 4 to 6\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ca style=\"font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 102, 255);\" href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/chili-con-carne-1\"\u003EPrintable Recipe\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EHearty, filling, tasty and low fat.  Makes a wonderful weeknight supper.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003Elow fat cooking spray\u003Cbr \/\u003E1 pound extra lean minced steak\u003Cbr \/\u003E1 large onion, peeled and chopped\u003Cbr \/\u003E2 fat cloves of garlic, peeled and minced\u003Cbr \/\u003E2 tsp cumin seeds, toasted and pulverized with a mortar and pestle\u003Cbr \/\u003E1 TBS mild Chili powder\u003Cbr \/\u003E1 tsp ancho chili paste\u003Cbr \/\u003E1 tsp oregano flakes\u003Cbr \/\u003E1 tsp coriander flakes\u003Cbr \/\u003E1 400g tin of black beans, drained and rinsed (2 cups)\u003Cbr \/\u003E1 400g tin of spicy mixed bean salad, undrained ( 2 cups, this is a mixture of cooked beans and corn in a spicy sauce)\u003Cbr \/\u003E2 400g tins of chopped tomatoes in tomato juice (about 4 cups), undrained\u003Cbr \/\u003E250ml of beef broth, lager or strong coffee\u003Cbr \/\u003ESalt and black pepper to taste\u003Cbr \/\u003E1\/2 (100g) bar of lindt chili chocolate broken up into bits (1 3\/4 ounces)\u003Cbr \/\u003Ethe juice of 1\/2 lime\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ETo serve:\u003Cbr \/\u003Egrated strong cheddar cheese\u003Cbr \/\u003Echopped spring onions\u003Cbr \/\u003Esour cream\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EHeat  a large deep non stick skillet over medium heat.  Spray with some low  fat nonstick cooking spray.  Crumble in the beef and cook, stirring to  break it apart, until lightly browned, adding the onion and garlic in  the last few minutes.  Add the cumin, chili powder, chili paste, oregano  flakes and coriander flakes.  Cook and stir until very fragrant.  Add  the beef broth, beans (both tins) and the tomatoes.  Bring to the boil,  then reduce the heat to a simmer and simmer for 35 to 45 minutes.  Taste  and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper.  Break up the  chocolate and stir it in until melted.  Add the lime juice and stir  again.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ELadle into heated bowls and serve with a dollop of sour  cream, some grated cheese and chopped spring onions for sprinkling on  top, along with some crusty rolls or cornbread on the side to mop up all  those delicious juices!"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/feeds\/7832546913749680377\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2012\/03\/simple-chili.html#comment-form","title":"8 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/7832546913749680377"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/7832546913749680377"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2012\/03\/simple-chili.html","title":"A Simple Chili"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Marie Rayner"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00407913432222377267"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzMjK9JXF9J07LjT7q87CzFr7lfbY_b46M6Ckbl4uoouXZe8fbXl8jvYZLZFb_ifxpDJ6VrklMQnta28K-9eJR25vccys5WempX6-vlNwIc3v8H5_Mg12SYfbzVf0Ucg\/s220\/profile+pic.jpg"}}],"thr$total":{"$t":"8"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7100882347408067241.post-1642537464582601777"},"published":{"$t":"2012-01-16T04:00:00.004+00:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2012-01-16T15:55:46.145+00:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"healthy"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"low fat options"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Meat Free Mondays"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"pasta"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"vegetables"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Vegetarian"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Pappardelle with Roasted Winter Squash, Rocket and Pistachios"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cimg style=\"width: 360px; height: 360px;\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/Amazing%20English%20Kitchen\/SDC14934.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EOh my but I do love me some pasta from time to time.  Todd . . . he does hate it with a passion and so . . .  I only ever have it very infrequently . . . almost never really.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cimg style=\"width: 360px; height: 360px;\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/Amazing%20English%20Kitchen\/SDC14935.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThe other day he was going with the missionaries to have lunch at a Single Sister's house and so I decided to fulfil my flagrant need to eat some pasta and threw together this dish.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cimg style=\"width: 360px; height: 360px;\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/Amazing%20English%20Kitchen\/SDC14936.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EUnfortunately my Pappardelle was a bit broken up . . . which didn't affect the flavour at all . . . just the looks.  It went down the same and tasted every bit as delicious.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cimg style=\"width: 360px; height: 360px;\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/Amazing%20English%20Kitchen\/SDC14937.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EI love butternut squash as well, especially roasted until it is almost caramelized . . . \u003Cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003Eand\u003C\/span\u003E I love the flavour of sage . . .  rocket . . . je t'adore . . . and pistachios???  Well, they just happen to be my most favourite nut of all time!!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cimg style=\"width: 360px; height: 360px;\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/Amazing%20English%20Kitchen\/SDC14942.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ESo . . . let's see now . . . roasted butternut squash all sweetly caramelized at the edges . . . toasted pistachio nuts . . . oh so scrummy . . . sage . . . all musty herby . . . the peppery bite of rocket . . . almost meaty  . . . buttery al dente pasta . . . oh . . . and cheese, finely grated Parmesan Reggiano . . .  all together in my bowl, on my fork and in my tummy.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cimg style=\"width: 360px; height: 360px;\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/Amazing%20English%20Kitchen\/SDC14943.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EBliss.  Pure and utter bliss . . .\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cimg style=\"width: 360px; height: 360px;\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/Amazing%20English%20Kitchen\/SDC14944.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003E*Pappardelle with Roasted Winter Squash, Rocket and Pistachios*\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EServes 4 to 6\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ca style=\"font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 102, 255);\" href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/oakcottagerecipes\/pappardelle-with-roasted-winter-squash-rocket-and-pistachios\"\u003EPrintable Recipe\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EEasy  to cook and relatively low in fat.  Low fat doesn't have to mean  dissatisfied.  This pleases on many levels!  It's peppery, sweet and  quite filling!\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E4 cups of butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1 inch pieces\u003Cbr \/\u003E(about 1 medium sized squash)\u003Cbr \/\u003E2 TBS of good quality Balsamic Vinegar\u003Cbr \/\u003E2 tsp of good quality extra virgin olive oil\u003Cbr \/\u003Efine seasalt and freshly ground black pepper to taste\u003Cbr \/\u003Elow fat cooking spray\u003Cbr \/\u003E8 ounces uncooked pappardelle or fettuccine\u003Cbr \/\u003E1 TBS butter\u003Cbr \/\u003E4 TBS coarsely chopped raw shelled pistachio nuts\u003Cbr \/\u003E1 TBS chopped fresh Sage leaves\u003Cbr \/\u003E2 cloves of garlic, peeled and minced\u003Cbr \/\u003E1\/2 of a 70g bag of washed rocket (2 cups)\u003Cbr \/\u003E2 ounces grated Parmesan cheese (1\/2 cup)\u003Cbr \/\u003Ecorasely ground black pepper to garnish\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EPreheat the oven to 230*C\/475*F\/ gas mark 7.  Line a baking tray with foil wrap.  Spray lightly with cooking spray.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EToss  the squash cubes together in a bowl with the balsamic vinegar, olive  oil, salt and some pepper.  Spread out on the baking sheet in a single  layer.  Bake for about 25 minutes or so, until tender and lightly  browned, stirring occasionally.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EAbout halfway through the baking  time for the squash cook the pasta, according to the package directions,  omitting any salt or fat.  Drain in a colander over a bowl, reserving 1  TBS of the cooking liquid.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EMelt the butter in a large nonstick  skillet over medium heat.  Add the pistachio nuts, sage and garlic.   Cook for about 3 minutes until the nuts begin to toast and the mixture  becomes very fragrant, stirring occasionally.  Remove from the heat and  toss in the drained pasta, cooking liquid, roasted squash and rocket,  tossing all together gently to combine.  Add a pinch of salt, some  freshly ground black pepper and the cheese.  Toss gently again to  combine.  Serve immediately.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cimg style=\"width: 360px; height: 360px;\" src=\"http:\/\/img.photobucket.com\/albums\/v51\/MarieAlice\/GoldenJubileeCake.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EBaking in The Cottage today, a delicious \u003Ca style=\"font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 102, 255);\" href=\"http:\/\/www.ayearfromoakcottage.org\/2012\/01\/sleep-garden-sleep.html\"\u003EGolden Jubilee Cake.\u003C\/a\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/feeds\/1642537464582601777\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2012\/01\/pappardelle-with-roasted-winter-squash.html#comment-form","title":"10 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/1642537464582601777"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/7100882347408067241\/posts\/default\/1642537464582601777"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.theenglishkitchen.co\/2012\/01\/pappardelle-with-roasted-winter-squash.html","title":"Pappardelle with Roasted Winter Squash, Rocket and Pistachios"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Marie Rayner"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00407913432222377267"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"32","height":"32","src":"\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhzMjK9JXF9J07LjT7q87CzFr7lfbY_b46M6Ckbl4uoouXZe8fbXl8jvYZLZFb_ifxpDJ6VrklMQnta28K-9eJR25vccys5WempX6-vlNwIc3v8H5_Mg12SYfbzVf0Ucg\/s220\/profile+pic.jpg"}}],"thr$total":{"$t":"10"}}]}});