banana bread with sunflower seeds (vegan & gluten-free)
I am not gluten-free; however, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, I am running very low on regular flour. This presents a good opportunity to try recipes using alternative flours. This cake surprised me. It has a perfect balance between sweetness, banana flavour, and consistency, and it melts in your mouth! Scroll to the bottom for […]
creamy oat cinnamon banana smoothie
My son had dental work done the other day and found it difficult to eat anything solid. Inspired by Donna’s breakfast oat smoothie, this smoothie is creamy, filling, and wonderfully nutritious for a liquid meal. benefits Oats are an excellent source of protein, high in folate, vitamin E, iron, magnesium, and zinc. They are also known for their cleansing […]
breakfast oat smoothie
Warmer weather calls out for all things cool, clean and crisp. Unfortunately, crispness also applies to my garden due to a lack of rain and unseasonal very hot, dry weather. Unlike Stacey’s green, lush vegetable garden in Portugal, ours is a work in progress. At least someone is enjoying its current state……. For breakfast in […]
blueberry bliss banana smoothie
the benefits of smoothies The fibre in a green smoothie acts like a chimney sweeper. Since smoothies still contain fibre from fruits and vegetables, they have a cleansing effect on the bowel. Sugar is absorbed slowly because of the built-in fibre. Green smoothies allow you to enjoy the benefits of fruit without experiencing sugar spiking […]
