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B.B Kings - Banana Breakfast Kookies

3/29/2014

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PALEO, GLUTEN FREE, DAIRY FREE, VEGAN & SUGAR FREE

These amazing little cookies pack a punch and are inspired by the fantastic american blues musician B.B King. His soulful music has been around for decades and he is known as one of the most influential blues artist yet. His diverse vibrant music is exactly like these wonderful cookies, full of different flavors and a mixture of combinations, they never disappoint. 
These are perfect if your in need of something to grab for breakfast if your running out the door, or if you want to enjoy them on a sunday morning with a lovely steamy cup of coffee. 
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INGREDIENTS

To make 10 cookies you will need
1 banana, mashed
1/2 cup of gluten free oats
1/2 cup of raisins
1/2 cup of chopped pecans
1/2 cup of walnut flour
6 dates
1 tbs of raw maple syrup
1 tsp of vanilla extract
1/4 cup of coconut oil
1 tsp of cinnamon 
1 tsp baking powder
pinch of salt
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METHOD

Preheat the oven to 160 degrees celsius. 
Simply add all the dry ingredients into a medium sized mixing bowl(this includes the cinnamon, baking powder & salt).
Mash up your banana and add this to the bowl. 
In a food processor finely chop the dates and add these to the bowl also. Give the ingredients a good mix.
Melt the coconut oil in the microwave. Then add all your wet ingredients to the bowl and stir to combine everything together.
Line a baking sheet with greaseproof paper.
Using an ice-cream scoop(this helps with portion size), spoon out the mixture onto the baking sheet.
Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes, until golden brown.
I prefer when the cookies still have a soft centre so take them out a few minutes before you think they are done, and they will settle on the pan while cooling.
Pour your self a large glass of chilled milk or a steamy mug of tea.
Enjoy! 

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Chocolate Buckwheat Granola

3/7/2014

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PALEO, VEGAN, DAIRY FREE & GLUTEN FREE

I know it seems like I have become chocolate crazy but who ever said to you "I've had enough chocolate"? 
Not me.
This granola is great over yogurts in the morning or to nibble on as a snack throughout the day. While filling you up and settling your chocolate cravings you cant go wrong by having this granola in your cupboard. 
Chocolate Buckwheat Granola. Recipe on www.eatwelltravelfar.weebly.com

BUCKWHEAT

Although the name suggests otherwise, buckwheat is actually not related to wheat, nor is it even a true grain. Buckwheat is the fruit seed of a plant similar to rhubarb and a super substitute for people with wheat or gluten sensitivities.

Buckwheat has a high protein content, and contains all essential amino acids, making it an excellent choice for vegans and vegetarians. It is high in magnesium, a mineral with a pleasant muscle-relaxing effect. Side-note for the ladies: eating magnesium-rich foods before your period will help ease cramping, headaches and back pain.

Chocolate Buckwheat Granola. Recipe on www.eatwelltravelfar.weebly.com

NUTRITIONAL VALUES

RECIPE YIELDS 15 SERVINGS
Serving Size 15 g
Amount Per Serving
Calories 85

Calories from Fat 70
Total Fat 7.8g
Saturated Fat 4.5g
Trans Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 1mg
Potassium 79mg
Total Carbohydrates 4.1g
Dietary Fiber 1.0g
Sugars 2.5g
Protein 1.5g
Vitamin A 0%•Vitamin C 0%Calcium 1%•Iron 3%
Chocolate Buckwheat Granola. Recipe on www.eatwelltravelfar.weebly.com

INGREDIENTS

To make 2 jars of Granola 
You will need:
1/3 cup pecans
1/3 cup walnuts
1/3 cup sliced almonds
1/3 buckwheat
2/3 gluten free oats
generous pinch of salt
1/3 cup coconut oil
2 tbs honey
1/3 cup raw cocoa powder
1 tsp vanilla
1/3 cup sultanas
Chocolate Buckwheat Granola. Recipe on www.eatwelltravelfar.weebly.com
Chocolate Buckwheat Granola. Recipe on www.eatwelltravelfar.weebly.com

METHOD

Chocolate Buckwheat Granola. Recipe on www.eatwelltravelfar.weebly.com
Preheat the oven to a low temperature of 120 degrees celsius.
Measure out all of the nuts(pecans, almonds & walnuts) and add them to a blender. Only pulse three or four times, you just want the nuts to be roughly chopped.
Add the nuts to a medium sized bowl with the gluten free oats, buckwheat & salt.
Chocolate Buckwheat Granola. Recipe on www.eatwelltravelfar.weebly.com
Chocolate Buckwheat Granola. Recipe on www.eatwelltravelfar.weebly.com
In a small saucepan over low-medium heat, melt coconut oil. Add honey or maple syrup, vanilla, salt and cocoa powder. Whisk to combine until smooth.
Chocolate Buckwheat Granola. Recipe on www.eatwelltravelfar.weebly.com
Chocolate Buckwheat Granola. Recipe on www.eatwelltravelfar.weebly.com
Pour the chocolate over the dry mix and stir until every thing is well coated. 
Lay greaseproof paper over a baking sheet and pour on the granola mix.
Press it down firmly with a wooden spoon so that it will form chunks when baking. 
Allow cook for 10-12 minutes. It is quite difficult to tell when this is cooked by the look of it as the chocolate automatically makes it appear burnt, so go by the smell. 
Take a pecan and taste it, it should taste nutty and pleasantly roasted.
Chocolate Buckwheat Granola. Recipe on www.eatwelltravelfar.weebly.com
Allow to cool, then add in the sultanas and mix well. Store in mason jars. This will keep for 3/4 weeks. 
Chocolate Buckwheat Granola. Recipe on www.eatwelltravelfar.weebly.com
Eat for breakfast, lunch or dinner. 
Enjoy! 
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Gluten Free Breakfast Smoothie

2/25/2014

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PALEO, VEGAN, GLUTEN FREE, DAIRY FREE
Its all about starting your day as you mean for it to follow, and this is the perfect way to start it if you are in a rush or on the go. Not only are you getting plenty of fresh fruit but you are also getting a hidden boost of energy in the high complex carbohydrates found in oats, these are a great way to maintain concentration throughout the day.
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HEALTH BENEFITS

FROM THE OATS:
Besides providing fuel, the dietary fiber in oats offers advantages for your cardiovascular system.
They help maintain stable blood sugar while leveling heart and circulation by lowering total cholesterol. 
Oat fiber is also capable of boosting your immune system.

FROM THE BERRIES:Full of antioxidants. Eating a diet rich in antioxidants can help improve your health, protect your skin and hair, and prevent certain diseases. 
Vitamin C is a strong antioxidant found in berries. 
It is largely responsible for the health of collagen, which helps maintain cartilage stores and aids in joint flexibility.

FROM THE BANANAS:
Rich in pectin, bananas aid digestion and gently gets rid of toxins and 
heavy metals from the body.
High fiber in bananas can help normalize bowel motility.
Strengthen your blood and relieve anemia with the added iron from 
bananas.
High in potassium and low in salt, bananas are officially recognized by 
the FDA as being able to lower blood pressure, and protect against heart
attacks and strokes.

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Nutritional Value

Nutrition FactsServing Size 377 g
Amount Per Serving
Calories 294
Calories from Fat 34
Total Fat 3.8g
Trans Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 5mg
Potassium 563mg
Total Carbohydrates 67.3g
Dietary Fiber 11.3g
Sugars 40.0g
Protein 4.0g
Vitamin A 3%•Vitamin C 97%•Calcium 3%•Iron 17%
(BASED ON GDA)

INGREDIENTS

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FOR ONE SMOOTHIE:
  • 1 BANANA
  • HANDFUL OF FROZEN BERRIES
  • 1/2 AND APPLE
  • JUICE OF 1/2 A LEMON
  • 1 TEASPOON OF HONEY OR VANILLA ESSENCE
  • 4 WALNUTS
  • 2 TABLESPOONS OF GLUTEN FREE ORGANIC OATS
  • WATER OR ALMOND MILK TO LOOSEN
  • BLUEBERRIES OR STRAWBERRIES TO GARNISH

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METHOD

Place all the ingredients in your blender. 
Blitz until you get a smooth drinkable consistency, add more water or almond milk to loosen.
Pour into a mason jar or large glass.
Serve with or without ice.
Garnish with berries and oats.
Drink.
Enjoy!
 
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