Pear and Nutella Toast

2018-10-11T02:22:51+00:00

Are you a fan of Nutella, the ooey-gooey hazelnut spread? We certainly are! In this simple recipe it adds sweetness and a touch of chocolate to fresh pears and toasted walnuts. Breakfast will never be the same again! YIELD:  4 toasts Recipe Development and Photography By: Williams-Raines INGREDIENTS 4 slices of bread, toasted 1/2 cup Nutella spread 1 pear (like d’Anjou or Bartlett), sliced wafer-thin using a mandolin* 1 handful walnuts, toasted and roughly chopped METHOD Spread 2 tablespoons of Nutella on each slice of toasted bread. Layer the slices of pear on top of the Nutella. Make sure you evenly [...]

Pear and Nutella Toast2018-10-11T02:22:51+00:00

Super Simple Cherry Almond Muffins

2018-10-11T02:22:59+00:00

Everyone needs some easy recipes for weeknights or to whip up in a flash for a potluck. These muffins are quick to make and are bursting with juicy fresh cherries. A light sugar dusting gives the muffin tops a little extra crunch and sweetness. While baking, the muffins will make your kitchen smell divine! These moist and fluffy little devils are perfect for a snack and will be a welcome addition to any summertime picnic or BBQ. YIELD:  12 muffins Recipe Development and Photography: Williams-Raines INGREDIENTS 2 cups white flour 2/3 cup of sugar, plus extra for dusting 3 teaspoons baking [...]

Super Simple Cherry Almond Muffins2018-10-11T02:22:59+00:00

Lemon Poppy Seed Pancakes with Cherry Compote

2018-10-11T02:28:42+00:00

These simple apple baskets are a fun Easter project for kids, and they’ll love eating them too (even though they’re healthy!).  YIELD: 2 baskets Recipe Development and Photography By: Williams-Raines INGREDIENTS Cherry Compote 2 cups pitted and halved dark red cherries, fresh or frozen 1/4 cup sugar 1-2 teaspoon cornstarch, depending on desired consistency 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon vanilla Lemon Poppy Seed Pancakes 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour 1 tablespoon sugar 1 teaspoon baking soda 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 eggs 1 1/2 cups buttermilk 3 tablespoons oil or melted butter 1/2 teaspoon vanilla [...]

Lemon Poppy Seed Pancakes with Cherry Compote2018-10-11T02:28:42+00:00

Orange Cardamom Roasted Pears with Chai Spiced Rice Pudding

2018-10-11T02:31:31+00:00

This warm and cozy rice pudding recipe is perfect for the holidays because it can easily be halved or doubled depending on your crowd, and you can eat the leftovers for breakfast! Plus it will make your kitchen smell heavenly. YIELD: 6-8 servings Recipe Development and Photography By: Williams-Raines INGREDIENTS Roasted Pears 3 tablespoons agave syrup 2 one inch strips of orange peel (without white parts) 1/4 cup fresh squeezed orange juice 6 cardamom pods, lightly crushed 3 Bosc or Red Anjou pears, cored and sliced Rice Pudding 3/4 cup brown basmati rice, uncooked 1 1/2 cups water Salt 1 (13.5 [...]

Orange Cardamom Roasted Pears with Chai Spiced Rice Pudding2018-10-11T02:31:31+00:00

Pear Cardamom Muffins

2018-10-11T02:31:50+00:00

Sweet pears baked with dates and warm spices make these muffins irresistible on a cold morning. Enjoy them for breakfast or with a hot cup of tea for an afternoon treat.  YIELD: 12 large muffins (or one 8 inch square cake) Recipe Development and Photography: Williams-Raines INGREDIENTS 2 cups all purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon cardamom 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1 cup apple sauce 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 cup pure maple syrup (or use more brown sugar) 1/2 cup neutral tasting oil (such canola or safflower) 1 teaspoon pure vanilla [...]

Pear Cardamom Muffins2018-10-11T02:31:50+00:00

Apple Pumpkin Smoothie

2018-10-11T02:34:36+00:00

This is a super rich, decadent smoothie that taste more like an apple pie milk shake. Try this after a hard workout for a good dose of healthy fat and protein. YIELD: 2 large or 4 small servings Recipe Development and Photography By: Williams-Raines INGREDIENTS 1 large apple, cored and quartered 1/2 cup pumpkin puree 1 banana 1/4 cup hemp seeds 2 tablespoons almond butter 2 pitted dates (can also use 1 teaspoon of maple syrup or honey) 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (can also use cinnamon) 1 to 2 cups of water or coconut water 1 to 2 cups of [...]

Apple Pumpkin Smoothie2018-10-11T02:34:36+00:00

Apple Streusel Coffee Cake

2019-01-03T17:25:51+00:00

Fall is a perfect time to linger over a warm slice of coffee cake and a hot cup of coffee. But to keep this cake lighter we replaced some of the fat with fresh apples, making it moist and sweet with the same great taste that we remember. YIELD: 10-12 servings Recipe Development and Photography By: Williams-Raines INGREDIENTS Streusel Topping 1/2 cup all purpose flour 1/3 cup brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon Pinch of nutmeg 3 tablespoons canola or safflower oil 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional) Apple topping 2 large baking apples such as Honeycrisp or SugarBee®, peeled and diced (about [...]

Apple Streusel Coffee Cake2019-01-03T17:25:51+00:00

Breakfast Quinoa with Warm Honey Pears

2018-10-11T02:34:57+00:00

Overnight oats are a popular choice for breakfast these. But this version changes things up with Quinoa and chia seeds instead of oats. Since the recipe calls for cooked quinoa it makes it easy to use leftover quinoa from dinner or make a double batch and reserve some for breakfast. YIELD: 4-6 servings Recipe Development and Photography By: Williams-Raines INGREDIENTS   Overnight Quinoa 1 1/2 cups cooked quinoa (yield from 1/2 cup dry quinoa) 1/4 cup steel cut oats, uncooked 1 tablespoon of chia seeds, plus more for garnish if desired 1 -2 tablespoon maple syrup, depending on desired sweetness 1/2 [...]

Breakfast Quinoa with Warm Honey Pears2018-10-11T02:34:57+00:00

Green Pear Smoothie

2018-10-11T02:35:11+00:00

YIELD: 2 large servings or 4 small servings Recipe Development and Photography By: Williams-Raines INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup of water, or more as needed to blend 1 large, ripe Bartlett pear, sliced and core removed 1 Kiwi, flesh scooped out 1 small banana, sliced 1 cup of spinach leaves 2 dates, pitted or 1 tablespoon of sweetener such as maple syrup, agave or honey) 1 inch piece of fresh ginger (about 1 tablespoon) 1 cup of ice METHOD Place all of the ingredients in a blender, in the order listed above, blend on high until desired consistency. Serve immediately. NOTES: Option nutritional [...]

Green Pear Smoothie2018-10-11T02:35:11+00:00

Apple Cranberry Cake with Walnuts (GF)

2018-10-11T02:39:28+00:00

An updated version of a holiday fruit cake, this cake is loaded with sweet and tart fruit and nuts in a delicate, moist cake. Perfect for giving or serving to guests. YIELD: 1 9x13 inch cake, or five 4-inch spring form pans Recipe Development and Photography By: Williams-Raines INGREDIENTS 1 cup almond flour 1 cup oat flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg, preferable freshly grated 1 teaspoon salt 2 eggs 1/2 cup pure maple syrup 1/2 cup coconut oil, melted 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 2 cups Gala apples (or similar variety), diced 2 cups [...]

Apple Cranberry Cake with Walnuts (GF)2018-10-11T02:39:28+00:00

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