Fruit Sushi

Adapted from: http://www.dinneratthezoo.com/fruit-sushi-frushi/

This is a wonderful take on sushi while it's quite healthy for you to.

Serves: 12

1 c. uncooked sushi rice
1/4 c. Pure granulated sugar
1/4 c. light coconut milk
1/4 tsp. Course Himalayan salt
12 thinly slices of kiwi
12 thinly slice Banana
12 mandarin oranges
6 Cherries, cut in half
Manuka honey to use as glue (optional)

Directions:

1. Rinse the rice until water runs clean. Allow the rice to soak inside a clean bowl of water for about 30 minutes. Bring 1 to 1/4 cup of water to a boil in a medium- sized saucepan. Cover,reducing the heat and let simmer for 15 minutes or until water has slightly soak up. Remove from heat; and allow to stand, covered for 15 minutes.

2. Add rice into a large size bowl. Then add in sugar, milk and salt. Stirring lightly until well incorporated. cover and allow to sit for 20 minutes.

3. Gently coat your hands with non-stick cooking spray. Evenly divide rice mixture into equal portions, shaping each portion of rice into a ball (approximately 2 Tbsp, of rice). Press each rice ball into an oval shape in between your palms; place rice onto a prepared baking sheet, or prepared cookie sheet lined with parchment paper. Add with the finishing touches (Fruit)

French Green lentil meatloaf

Adapted from: http://www.veganricha.com/recipe-p…/vegan-lentil-quinoa-loaf

Serves: 1

1/2 c. french green lentils
1/3 c. uncooked quinoa
1 bay leaf
2 1/4 c. water
2 tsp. oil
3/4 c. chopped onion
3 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
1 Chili Pepper, chopped
1/2 c. celery finely chopped
1/2 c. carrots, thinly grated
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp. fresh parsley
1/4 c. craisins
2 Tbsp. wheat germ meal
1 Tbsp. vegan Worcestershire sauce
2 - 3 Tbsp. ketchup
1 - 2 Tbsp. tamari
2 Tbsp. tahini
1 - 2 Tbsp. nutritional yeast
1/4 tsp. coarsely ground fennel seeds
1/2 - 3/4 c. Panko breadcrumbs

Directions:

1. combine Lentils, bay leaf and water in a pot over medium heat. bring to a boil and allow to cook for 20 minutes. Rinse quinoa, add to the pan, partially cover and continue to cook until both lentils and quinoa is very tender and easily mashed. Stir the mixture after 10 minutes so it will not stick to the pan. For a total of 10 to 15 minutes. If there is any excess water drain, before transferring to a bowl.

2. In a medium- sized dutch oven skillet add oil, and heat over medium heat. Add in onion, garlic and Chili Pepper and cook for about 5 minutes. or until vegetables are translucent.

3. Add in celery, carrots, thyme, oregano, parsley and blend well. allow to cook for about 5 minutes or until vegetables are delicate. Start adding in the craisins, and blend. Mixing the mixture. Allowing to cook for about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat.

4. Add in the cooked vegetables and the wheat germ meal into a mixing bowl, and mix well. Mashing the mixture well with a potato masher.

5.Add tahini, yeast, fennel seeds and blend in well. Taste and adjust to your tastes. Add in more sauces, herbs and salt if need be.

6. Add panko breadcrumbs and mix well.

7. Line loaf pan with parchment paper, or use non-stick cooking spray. If using parchment paper, line parchment over the edges of the pan. Using a medium- sized loaf pan.

8. pressing the mixture down into the loaf pan. pack in good and smooth it out evenly.

9. cover the loaf and bake at 375 for 25 to 30 minutes. uncover and bake for 5 to 10 minutes. Remove from oven and let rest for 15 minutes.

Note:

For a less crumbly loaf loaf, cook the lentils really well. Mashing them very well.

Coffee Talk....... Special Episode 2

Fast Track: Coffee Talk

I Katrina Smith the creator/ Administrator of Living Better Cafe, and the host of Living Better Cafe present.... Coffee Talk. Want's to apologize for having camera difficulty here at the Living Better Cafe Kitchen."Coffee Talk" is still having a bit of a problem with, the camera. But, that is not going to stop "Coffee Talk" from bring you a positive insight on food. Coffee Talk is bring you yet again another video straight from You Tube. from Mr eastcoastman.

Know your food before taking the first bite!

Katrina Smith

Strawberry-Coconut smoothie

This is not your usual Banana-Strawberry smoothie. It's even better and good tasting for you to.

* Note: Picture will be coming soon

Serves: 1

1 c. milk (You can use non dairy milk)
1 Tbsp. Chia seeds
3 fl oz. unsweetened coconut cream
4 strawberries, hulled


Directions:

1. Add all ingredients into a blender, and blend until smooth.

Granola pops

Inspired by: Rice Krispy treat
* Note: Picture will be coming soon

This Recipe is great spin on rice Krispy treats.


Serves:12

3 1/4 c. Rolled Oats
2 c. Miniature marshmallows
2 Tbsp. Margarine (For Marshmallows)
1/3 c. - 1 Tbsp. Sunflower seeds
3/4 c. - 2 tsp. Dried cranberries
1/3 c. - 2 tsp. Banana chips, crushed
1 1/4 tsp. Ground cinnamon
1 1/4 tsp. Pure vanilla extract
1 /3 c. - 1 Tbsp. vegetable oil
1/3 c. - 1 Tbsp. peanut, crushed
1/2 tsp. Course Himalayan salt
1/3 c. - 2 tsp. shredded Coconut



Directions:

1. Pre heat the oven to 325. Line two large baking sheets with parchment.

2. Combine the oats, sunflower seeds, peanuts,Coconut, Cranberries, Banana chips in a large bowl. blend in together the salt, brown sugar, oil, cinnamon, and vanilla in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then pour over the dry ingredients, and stir to coat. Spread the mixture out evenly on the baking sheets.

3. Bake in the pre heated oven until crispy and toasted, about 20 minutes. Stir once halfway through. Cool, then stir in the cranberries.

4. Melt Margarine in large sauce pan over low heat. Add marshmallows and stir until melted and well-blended. Cook 2 minutes longer, stirring constantly. Remove from heat.

5. Add Granola and blend until incorporated.

6. Using wax paper, roll granola into medium sizes ball's on a 13 x 9 inch pan. insert Taffy apple sticks into the mixture, and allow to cool.

Money Saving Tip Tuesday

Welcome to another edition of Money Saving tips.
In this edition I will be sharing some cool tips that won't break your bank, and will keep you smiling from ear to ear all the time.
Once again thank you for sticking around for, this Third edition of money-saving tips for this March edition. I will be bring you different money-saving tip's daily on saving cash in your wallet, every Tuesday. This week on money-saving tip's Living Better Cafe wants to, help you save more cash in your wallet than ever before. This week I will be giving you a Money saving recipe, yes! making delicious meals within side the comfort of your home, or wherever you maybe can also save "YOU" Money!

Yes, once again I am bring you an inexpensive recipe that, I know will keep you and you're wallet happy. I just want to share with you that it, really all depends on where you shop for all the ingredients.

Imitation lobster pasta Salad

*Note: Picture will be coming soon

This yummy creation will have you, and your guest coming back for more.

Serves: 5

1 (8 oz.) pkg. bow-tie pasta
2 stalks celery, chopped
10 oz. Imitation lobster
1/2 c. - 1 Tbsp. Shredded carrots
1/2 c .- 1 Tbsp. Soybeans (Edamame)
1/2 c. - 1 Tbsp. Cherry tomatoes, chopped
1/2 c. - 1 Tbsp. Black olives, chopped
1/2 tsp. Course Himalayan salt
1/8 tsp. Freshly cracked pepper
1/8 tsp. poppy seeds
1/2 c. - 2 Tbsp. Plain yogurt

Directions:

1. Bring a medium pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes; rinse under cold water until cool and drain.

2. In a medium size bowl, add chopped celery, lobster, carrots, tomatoes, soybeans and olives. While pasta is cooking.

3. In a medium bowl, whisk together yogurt,salt, poppy seed and pepper. Add in the pasta, celery, lobster,carrots,tomatoes, soybeans and olives. And stir until completely incorporated. Chill in refrigerator until time to serve.

Hot Out Of The Oven.... Manuka honey

Picture from: shop.countdown.co.nz


*Note:Please continue to read this blog article.

Living Better Cafe is bring you Fresh out of the oven news, that you're going to love. That no other blog source will ever take you close into the story. I say more good reasons to love L.B.C, not only are you revising original recipes. Your saving money while eating the way you want in a healthier way.

Welcome to Hot Out Of The Oven food news, I have yet another edition of food news coming straight from no other source but, Living Better Cafe of course. As you have read through many editions of (H.O.T.O), since I have started this food news addition. You have become wiser about what you buy,and place into your mouth. While I am very happy to continue to keep "Hot of the oven" going as much as you keep enjoy reading it every Monday. In this last March edition I will be spilling out the facts of Manuka honey, and is it really good for your health.

how many bees does it take to make a jar of honey? if I am correct it takes 22,700 bees just to fill one single jar. The first time I have taste Manuka honey, I was completely addicted to it. Manuka honey is a monofloral honey produced in Australia and new Zealand from the nectar of Manuka tree. Manuka honey commonly sold as an alternative medicine. The component find in Manuka honey has antibacterial properties.

Manuka honey has a distinctive flavor, as this honey has a characterized as earthy, oily and herbaceous, and florid, rich and complex. Manuka honey has an aromatic earthy an a cool eucalyptus taste and rich flavor of minerals with a slight bitter aftertaste. Manuka honey is known to have a great impacted on, internal and external uses. Let's begin with internal uses and work our way on down the line.

Internal uses:

1. Sore throat

2. Stomach ulcers

3. stomach pain

4. Gum disease

5. Acid reflex disease

6. Ache and Pains

7. Arthritis

8. Heartburn

9. Diarrhea

10. Constipation

11. Irritable bowel movement

External uses:

1. Athlete's Foot

2. Ring Worm

3. Insect Bites

4. Acne and Rosacea

5. Eczema and Dermatitis

6. Rashes

7. MRS/ Staph Infections

8. Chronic Wounds

9. Pressure Sores

10. Surgical Wounds

11. Psoriasis

12. Cold Sores

13. Candida Albicans

14. Burns

15. Nail Fungus

16. Skin Ulcers

Now that I have covered the internal and external benefits of, what Manuka honey is good for. Why now let's talk more on where can you find this particular honey at, and then I will give you the low down on the side effect of Manuka honey. Manuka honey can be found in these locations.

Where can I find Manuka honey?

1. why your local grocery store

2. health food stores

3. why of course you can even buy offline.

What are the side effects of Manuka honey?

1. Allergic reactions, especially in people who are allergic to bees. "DO NOT FEED TO INFANTS" under the age of 12 months of age.

2. Risk of Rise in Blood Sugar.

3. interaction with certain chemo drugs

4. If you have any pollen allergy, because Manuka honey has a small amount of pollen, which may result into a allergic reactions.