Archive for September, 2008
Smoked Oyster & Horseradish Toasts
Ingredients 4 slices omega 3-enriched white bread 1 tablespoon horseradish cream 2 tablespoons low-fat sour cream* 1 teaspoon chopped fresh chives 1/4 cup (15g/1/2oz) mustard cress 85g (2 3/4oz) can smoked oysters, drained* * To lower the total fat content of this dish slightly and add a little more omega 3 fat, replace half the [...]
Ready Steady Soup
Ingredients 500g (1 lb) frozen mixed vegetables* 400g (13oz) can three-bean mix, rinsed and drained 400g (13oz) can chopped tomatoes and basil 4 cups (1 litre/32 fl oz) reduced-salt chicken stock 250g (8oz) fresh spinach and ricotta ravioli 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese * The nutrient content and GI will vary depending on the type [...]
Beetroot & Bean Soup
Ingredients 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 medium onion, finely chopped 1 clove garlic, chopped 2 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped* 1 teaspoon fennel seeds 750g (1 1/2lb) peeled, grated fresh beetroot 400g (13oz) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained 4 cups (1 litre/32 fl oz) reduced-salt chicken stock 2 tablespoons horseradish cream 2 tablespoons plain [...]