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Blueberry Chia Pudding

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Yield: 6 servings

Blueberry Chia Pudding

Blueberry Chia Pudding

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup grape juice concentrate
  • 1/2 cup soy milk
  • 1/3 cup chia seeds
  • 4 cups frozen blueberries

Instructions

    1: In a medium saucepan, stir together the grape juice concentrate, milk and chia seeds.
    2: Bring the mixture to a boil. Stir frequently.
    3: Stir in the blueberries.
    4: Return the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
    5: Stir frequently and simmer about 5 - 7 minutes or until about 3/4 or more of the blueberries have reduced down.
    6: Chill and serve. Top with whipped cream if desired.

Notes

Use different type of milk if desired.

© Karen Breyer

Indulge in a delightful and healthy treat with this Blueberry Chia Pudding recipe! This easy recipe bursts with the goodness of frozen blueberries, grape juice concentrate, chia seeds and soy milk. You will enjoy the perfect blend of fruity sweetness and fun textures. This Blueberry Chia Pudding is healthy enough for breakfast and is also an amazing guilt-free dessert. I usually serve it as a dessert with a big dollop of whipped cream. In this cooking video Karen Breyer will show you step-by-step how to make this Blueberry Chia Pudding recipe. Watch this cooking video and try this delectable Blueberry Chia Pudding today!

No-boil Baked Ziti

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No-boil Baked Ziti

No-boil Baked Ziti

Ingredients

  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese (divided)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt (or to taste)
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded (divided)
  • 4 cups (32 ounces) pasta sauce
  • 1 pound Ziti or Penne pasta, dried
  • 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
  • Cooking spray

Instructions

    1: Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Spray a 9 x 13 inch baking pan with cooking spray.
    2: In a medium bowl whisk together the eggs, 1/2 cup of the ricotta, Italian seasoning, salt, water and 1/2 cup of the mozzarella cheese.
    3: Stir in the dried pasta.
    4: Spread half the pasta sauce over the bottom of the pan. Next spread the egg and cheese mixture on top of the pasta sauce.
    5: Spread the rest of the pasta sauce over the top.
    6: Dollop the rest of the ricotta cheese over the top.
    7: Sprinkle with the rest of the mozzarella and the Parmesan cheese.
    8: Cover tightly with foil. Bake 40 minutes.
    9: Remove the foil and cook 10 more minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and starts to brown.
    10: Cool 10 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken. Serve.

Notes

Adjust the sauce and cheese to taste.
You may want to set the filled baking pan on a rimmed baking sheet to catch possible spills.
Top the cooked No-boil Baked Ziti with more Parmesan cheese if desired.

© Karen Breyer

Try this delicious No-boil Baked Ziti pasta recipe! It is easy to make and healthy too. What’s extra nice is you do not need to cook the Ziti pasta separate. You add the dry Ziti pasta with other ingredients and the pasta cooks as the casserole bakes. So easy! This Baked Ziti casserole dish is perfect for a causal or fancy dinner. Add a salad and some bread for a complete meal. This No-boil Baked Ziti is easy to make and everyone will love it! In this cooking video Karen Breyer will show you step-by-step how to make No-boil Baked Ziti. Watch this cooking video and make this No-boil Baked Ziti recipe today!

Whole Wheat Raisin Bread

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Yield: 2 loaves

Whole Wheat Raisin Bread

Whole Wheat Raisin Bread

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 - 2 cups raisins
  • 2 cups soy or almond milk
  • 5 teaspoons instant yeast
  • 1/4 cup grapeseed or canola oil
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 6 cups whole wheat flour
  • 2 tablespoons flaxseeds
  • 2 teaspoons Kosher salt
  • Cooking spray

Instructions

    1: Soak the raisins in water for about 30 minutes.
    2: Spray two 4 1/2 x 8 1/2 loaf pans with cooking spray.
    3: Microwave the milk for 1 minute to warm.
    4: Add the milk and yeast in a bowl for 5 minutes or until the yeast is foamy.
    5: Whisk in the oil, honey and vanilla.
    6: Drain the raisins. Stir the raisins in the liquid mixture.
    7: In a separate large bowl, stir together the flour, flaxseeds and salt.
    8: Slowly stir in the liquid mixture. Knead well for about 5 minutes.
    9: Separate the dough into two equal balls. Set them on a floured surface and shape them into loaves.
    10: Place the shaped dough into the loaf pans. Cover with a lightly damp cloth. Let the dough rise in a warm place until it doubles in size.
    11: Bake in a 350 degree preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes.
    12: Cool bread on a wire rack. Slice as desired.

Notes

You can use another type of salt if preferred.
Use regular milk if desired.
Use white whole wheat flour for a little whiter, lighter and sweeter bread. White whole wheat flour is another healthy whole grain flour.

© Karen Breyer

Try this delicious Whole Wheat Raisin Bread recipe that everyone will love! It is soft and lightly sweet. This is a pretty easy bread to make and healthy too! This Whole Wheat Raisin Bread recipe makes 2 nice-sized loaves. Try it soft and fresh or toasted and topped with your favorite butter, nut butter or spread. In this cooking video Karen Breyer will show you step-by-step how to make Whole Wheat Raisin Bread. Watch this cooking video and make this delicious Whole Wheat Raisin Bread today!

Navy Bean and Pasta Soup

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Navy Bean and Pasta Soup

Navy Bean and Pasta Soup

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1 ¼ cups onion, chopped
  • ¾ cup celery, chopped
  • ¾ cup carrots, chopped
  • 6 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons instant chicken broth/seasoning
  • 2 15.5 ounce cans navy beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 ½ teaspoons oregano
  • 1 cup small pasta (like ditalini or small elbow macaroni)
  • Kosher salt (to taste)
  • Pepper (to taste)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

    1: Heat the olive oil in a large pot. Sauté the onion, celery and carrots until the onion is soft.
    2: Stir in the water, instant chicken broth/seasoning, navy beans, bay leaf and oregano.
    3: Bring to a boil.
    4: Stir in the pasta. Simmer until the pasta is cooked to desired tenderness (see pasta package for recommended cooking time).
    5: Remove the bay leaf. Add salt and pepper to taste.
    6: Serve. Garnish the bowls of soup with chopped parsley if desired.

Notes

You can use vegan or regular instant chicken broth/seasoning. Adjust the broth/seasoning to taste.
You can use 6 cups of liquid chicken broth in place of the instant chicken broth seasoning and water.
Double this recipe if desired.
Small white beans are navy beans.

© Karen Breyer

Try this delicious Navy Bean and Pasta Soup! It is a hearty, healthy soup recipe that is easy to make. It is perfect as a main dish or side dish. Serve it with a salad, cheese toast, garlic bread, crackers or a sandwich. It is so satisfying and the pasta has a fun texture. I think this is a soup everyone will love. In this cooking video Karen Breyer will show you step-by-step how to make this Navy Bean and Pasta Soup. Watch this cooking video and make this delicious Navy Bean and Pasta Soup recipe today!

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