This dish originated in India before British colonization. It was then made with only lentils and rice. Pasta was added after the British took the dish to their home country as it was an inexpensive dish, yet very filling. The Egyptians took this dish and improved it to what it is today. Koshari is a
This delicious recipes is easy to make, takes less than 30 minutes and yields 4 servings. If you prefer a longer cook you can also use a slow cooker, see notes at bottom of recipe. Ingredients: 2 tsp Cumin seeds pinch Chilli flakes 2 tbsp Olive oil 600g Carrots, coarsely grated 140g split Red lentils
This delicious recipe is easy to make and yields about 12 muffins, depending on their size. Remember all things are better when enjoyed in moderation. Ingredients: 60ml Canola oil 150 Self-raising flour 160g Wholemeal flour 1 tsp Baking powder ½ tsp Bicarbonate of soda 1½ tsp ground Ginger 2 eggs 100ml low fat natural yogurt
This delicious recipe is easy to make and yields 4 servings. By cutting out the puff pastry you drastically lower the fat and cholesterol in this dish. Ingredients: 200g Chestnut mushrooms 200g Button mushrooms 500ml Chicken stock 2 Chicken breasts, diced 1 Leek, chopped 1 Onion, diced 500g Potatoes 2 tsp Olive oil 30g Plain
This delicious recipe is easy to make and takes about 40 minutes to make and yields about 4 servings. Ingredients: 2 tbsp Olive oil 1 onion, chopped 2 Garlic cloves, finely chopped 1 large Eggplant (about 500g), cut into 2cm cubes 2 x 400g cans chopped Tomatoes 2 tsp Caster sugar 60g Green olives, pitted
This easy recipe takes only 30 minutes to make. It works great as a packed lunch for work or school. You can also serve it as a side dish with spicy chicken or lamb. This recipe yields 4 servings and is low in cholesterol. Ingredients: 1 tbsp Olive Oil 1 tsp Ground Coriander ½ tsp
This delicious recipe yields 5 dozen cookies. Your dough will have to be refrigerated for several hours, so remember not to use this recipe as a last resort 2 hours before your guests will arrive. Ingredients: 230g Dried figs 110g Raisins 60g Candied cherries, chopped coarsely 60g Dried apricots, chopped coarsely 1 tbsp Honey 2
As the Festive Season is drawing closer, what better way to end a meal than to serve Pumpkin Muffins accompanied with coffee or tea? This delicious recipe yields about 12 heart healthy muffins. Ingredients: Cooking spray 1 cup All-purpose flour 1 cup Whole-grain flour 1 tsp Baking soda 1/2 tsp Salt 1 tsp Ground cinnamon
This delicious Low-Cholesterol Recipe is easy to prepare and yields about 1 dozen cookies. Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups Rolled oats 3/4 cup All-purpose flour 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon 1/2 tsp Baking powder 1/2 tsp Salt 1 stick Unsalted butter, softened 3/4 cup Sugar 2 tbsp Molasses 1 large Egg 1 tsp Vanilla extract 1 cup
This delicious recipe is low in cholesterol and high in carbohydrates. Rather opt for whole wheat linguine as whole wheat will help lower your cholesterol further. This recipe yields 6 servings. Ingredients: 1 tsp Olive oil Cooking spray 1 1/2 cups Red bell pepper, chopped 1 clove Garlic, crushed 2 tbsp Fresh basil, chopped 2