BUT, as you know, sugar is simply empty calories. It doesn’t mean we must be sugar-phobic but it certainly does NOTHING to improve our health and only causes more cravings for sugar and spikes in our blood glucose. I was a little hesitant to make this cake because of the fennel seeds in the recipe, however they impart a lovely subtle undertone of fennel which is so delicious. HIghly recommend to make this cake. So, the secret to making the best sloe gin? Find good sloes (on the land or online), freeze them overnight, add enough fruit to almost half-fill a bottle, then top it up with good-quality gin.

From her new book, we’ve selected four sensational desserts that showcase her range and also her slightly unusual but entirely justified use of salt in sweet dishes. My husband doesn't bake, but made this for me for Mother's Day. The best carrot cake we've ever had, and perfect with her simple cream cheese frosting. Lightly sweet and a lovely crumb. This is now one of my favorite banana breads. I subbed 3 small/med eggs for the 2 large and completely forgot to add the dairy (mascarpone/sour cream/yogurt) and it still turned out perfectly. Delicious. Excellent balance of banana, brown sugar and butter flavors. Baked in 1 hr 15 min. Ingredients: pie dough; eggs; sour cherries; limes; flaky sea salt; roasted nuts of your choice; unsalted butter Dried fruit can be rehydrated and pureed in a food processor to create a sweet paste to add to yogurt (or oatmeal, or even baked goods!). This might sound complicated but is really quite simple. I first tried this out about a year ago when my 1 year-old daughter was having some challenges with constipation, but prunes are much more than a constipation cure, they are incredibly sweet and rich in minerals. You don’t need much to sweeten up yogurt, just a tablespoon or so.Paul, Simon and Lachlan would like to give a special thanks to Yannis Dreamlake for his guidance, wisdom, humility, courage, vision, foresight and patience. It’s been a true privilege! Thinking of you wherever you are in the world this time!” they wrote. Some people think that honey in smoothies is a healthy alternative to granulated sugar. After all, it’s a natural product, right? But the evidence on this is pretty mixed so it’s hard to say one way or another. Excellent banana bread recipe! I loved the crispy top, especially when it was warm out of the oven. I added 3/4 cup of chocolate chips, because, why not? I didn't have mascarpone, so used sour cream instead, as the recipe indicates would also work. It did take an hour and 20 minutes to bake, surprisingly!

This came out perfectly. Loads and loads of water came out of the courgettes/onion mix and I just kept squeezing more and more (using a muslin cloth). I was around 30g short of cream but the filling fit in the case just right, so might use that amount again. Looking forward to leftovers, and will definitely make again. (Used the infallible whole wheat pie crust in the book.) After choosing your favorite plain yogurt, it is time to flavor it up and add some pizazz! Here are 10 creative and easy ways to transform boring yogurt into a flavorful treat! While the nut nutrition varies depending on the actual type, most nuts are a good source of healthy monounsaturated fats that help improve cholesterol numbers as well as rich in a variety of minerals! Super ripe bananas are incredibly sweet and they also mash easily! A large banana is actually 2 fruit servings so when adding to yogurt, use ¼-½ of a large banana. Half a banana provides almost 20% of your daily needs for B6 (pyridoxine), a nutrient involved in protein metabolism, immune function, cognitive development and more! It also contains a healthy dose of manganese (8%) and potassium (5%). One serving of a banana has virtually no fat, about 2 grams fiber, 60 calories and 15 grams carbohydrate. There are few things easier than mashing banana in a bowl and stirring in yogurt for an on-the-go breakfast! If you have already submitted another request to index a book or magazine yourself, please do not make any additional requests until you have indexed and submitted that book or magazine.

Yogurt has an abundance of beneficial nutrients including protein, calcium, vitamin D, B12, magnesium, and potassium. It is also a very easy way to consume probiotics, healthy “bugs” that thrive in the gastrointestinal system. Different strains of these probiotics have been shown to help with several issues including: Simple and very delicious one bowl cake. Pretty enough on the plate for company. Very moist and not too sweet- as advertised. Used frozen raspberries, which impacted baking time more than I expected.

Ingredients: pie dough; mixed mushrooms; onions; thyme; vegetable broth; heavy cream; parsley; eggs Extracts are powerful flavor weapons that can transform a boring bowl of yogurt. There are dozens of extracts you can buy, the most common being vanilla. You only need a few drops, but they can certainly take it up a notch! Categories: Pies, tarts & pastries; Appetizers / starters; Lunch; Main course; Cooking ahead; Vegetarian Now that you’ve mastered how to make sloe gin, it’s time for a bit of trivia. There are some absurd myths about harvesting and processing sloes floating around, and we think it’s time to dispel a few of these: Whether you’re a dedicated baker or, better yet, someone who doesn’t think they are a baker, Sweet Enoughlets you finish any dinner, any party, or any car ride to a dinner party with a little something wonderful and sweet.It doesn’t contain fibre like fruit does, so will hit your system pretty fast. Honey also isn’t an option for vegans and we know many of our readers follow a plant-based diet. SO good! It really is a better banana bread. There are an insane number of recipes for banana bread but this one has a simple ingredient list. Yes - you need to use a stand or handheld mixer but honestly you just let it do its thing and add the ingredients. Not too sweet and lovely crispy sugary crust. YUM! So easy to make and really good! I loved the crunch from the cornmeal. The blueberries could have used a little more acid (although my husband thought they were perfect) - nice with some plain frozen yogurt or 50/50 tangy whipped cream on top.

This was delicious and so very easy (no blind baking! no rolling pin!) It also kept well in the fridge for a couple of days; the filling got a bit more jammy, but the crust held up. While the 5-6 ounce containers of yogurt in the refrigerated section of the grocery store are quite tempting to grab, there are sooooo many easy ways to sweeten and flavor your yogurt WITHOUT adding any sugar whatsoever! These individual containers of sweetened yogurt usually contain anywhere from 3-4 teaspoons of added sugar!! While a couple brands have a little less, there are very few brands that haven’t tainted this nutrient rich food with a heaping dose of sugar.Oh… yum! These are unlike any scones I’ve had. Light and intensely savoury, I made a quarter of the recipe (2 scones) and devoured both alongside tomato soup for an extremely satisfying supper. Definitely making these again! Many types of fruit can be pureed (just like baby food) to stir into yogurt as a natural fruit sweetener. Mango (fresh or frozen) is a great fruit that blends in a food processor well, but many others can work great too! Purees can be added directly to a large container of yogurt or stored in a mason jar in the refrigerator for up to 7 days. This warm spice has a touch of sweetness and easily stirs in, enhancing your bowl of yogurt. It is virtually calorie free and boasts some impressive nutrition benefits. Cinnamon may increase sensitivity to insulin, helping improve blood glucose control. Some studies show that it also may help fight inflammation and possibly improve heart health. While a few sprinkles of cinnamon in your yogurt won’t be a magic cure, it certainly is worth incorporating into meals, particularly yogurt, for great flavor and a hint of sweetness. Alison Roman is the food writer who has influenced a whole new generation of dinner party hosts, with dishes such as “the stew” and “the pasta” becoming viral hits round the world and attracting a devoted following far beyond her New York base. Made this for a weekend away with friends and it traveled perfectly. Definitely better the first two days, since the raspberries will make it soggy over time.