Here’s a simple and nutritious way to serve oats. This healthy muesli recipe is a variation of the traditional Swiss breakfast food developed around 1900 by Swiss physician Maximilian Bircher-Benner for patients in his hospital (the Bircher-Benner Clinic). This is Vicky Newman’s version (my cookbook’s co-author). This muesli is wonderful with the addition of unsweetened applesauce […]
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Summer Gazpacho
This is a cool and refreshing soup full of summer vegetables: it is just perfect for those hot days. Gazpacho originated in Spain, where its name means “soaked bread” referring to the original recipe that included stale bread. While this version omits the bread in the soup, I recommended homemade croutons for a garnish (where […]
Minted Orzo Salad with Artichokes and Chickpeas
Though I’m not usually fond of pasta salads, this one is an exception. Flavored with fresh herbs, lemon, and garlic, this is a healthy light meal or side dish for summer. Ingredients 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth 2 cups water 1.5 cups uncooked orzo (rice-shaped pasta – you can use another small pasta shape) 2 cups […]
Baked Mediterranean Frittata
Enjoy this frittata as a healthy breakfast, lunch, or supper. It’s delicious hot or cold, and leftovers make a great lunch or snack. This is a very nutritious dish that is rich in vegetables and good quality protein from the eggs and cottage cheese, and relatively low in calories. Ingredients 1 tbsp. olive oil 1 […]