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A better fritter batter

April 21, 2021April 21, 2021 Sari

By Sari Huhtala

I left a mug full of dandelion flowers and a cheeky note that read “Dinner” with a scribbled heart once for my kids. It’s hard to tempt teenage palates with weeds, but even they found this versatile … [More...]

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Kitchari: a medicinal meal that doubles as a dinner

February 18, 2021February 22, 2021 Sari

By Sari Huhtala

Taking stock of my pantry, I came across a bag of whole mung beans. These lovely whole green mung beans I typically use for sprouting for true live food nutrition. This time around, though, I thought I … [More...]

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Fast and fantastic breakfast in a jar

November 20, 2020November 20, 2020 Sari

By Sari Huhtala

I’ve experimented with many healthy breakfast ideas over the years, but this one tops my list of a superbly easy, crazy good-for-you way to break the fast. It’s fabulous at home, in your hotel room, while camping, … [More...]

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Foolproof dinner made easy: traditional Finnish salmon soup

September 19, 2020September 19, 2020 Sari

By Sari Huhtala

I don’t recall a summer passing by where we didn’t enjoy a good hearty classic Finnish salmon soup made with garden fresh potatoes and carrots, even after giving up dairy many years ago. Like most Europeans, I … [More...]

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Bake the best buns in town

August 19, 2020August 19, 2020 Sari

By Sari Huhtala

I know for some it’s a hard truth to swallow, but that all-beef patty on a white wheat bun is, well, a far cry from healthy, in spite of how many tomatoes you are piling on it. … [More...]

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Chocolate bars…for breakfast?

May 12, 2020May 12, 2020 Sari 0 Comments

By Sari Huhtala

Craving sweets? Think easy, real easy. This crazy easy idea for fudge-filled chocolate bars will leave you wanting more after each bite. And the good news is they are healthy, real healthy.

In fact, so healthy your … [More...]

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Black Bean Sandwich

April 21, 2020April 22, 2020 Sari 0 Comments

• 14 oz can black beans

• ½ cup salsa

• 2 tbsp lime or lemon juice

• 2 tbsp cilantro (optional)

• ½ tsp cumin, salt and pepper to taste

Combine ingredients in a food processor and blend slightly, … [More...]

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Snickerdoodle Protein Balls

April 20, 2020April 22, 2020 Sari 0 Comments

By Christina Denomme

This sweet snack is a hit every time I make them. Packed with protein, fibre, healthy fat, and natural sweeteners, they make for great in-between meal snacks or treats. They are travel friendly and 100 per cent … [More...]

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Superfood rice bowls

March 19, 2020August 6, 2020 Sari

By Sari Huhtala

Rice bowls are the easiest dinner idea ever, and can be tailored to your own taste buds, and even those of finicky family members. They can also be prepared in advance and will keep in the fridge … [More...]

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Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp

September 1, 2019December 10, 2020 Sari

By Kathy Smart, HTC, PTS, RNC, RSNA, RNCP, FIS, FKI

I call strawberries and rhubarb the perfect fruit counterparts.

Why? Strawberries are naturally sweet, so when they are paired with the natural sweet tartness of rhubarb, rhubarb actually intensifies the … [More...]

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