Foods High In Iron

Rich and flavorful, this chunky low calorie Middle Eastern eggplant ratatouille makes a delicious side for a family dinner or an inviting appetizer for your next get together.. I love recipes from Middle Eastern countries like like Turkey, Syria, Egypt, Morocco,and Israel which are famous for their tasty eggplant dishes. This family recipe is a middle Eastern classic that is like a stew- tender, satisfying and easy to make. The secret to the recipe is roasting , not frying, the eggplant and veggies. Roasting brings out the vegetable's natural sweetness, saves calories, and is easier on the digestion than frying. This eggplant recipe is my version of one of my mother in laws authentic recipes that she brought with her from the old country. It is so versatile that we enjoy in a variety of ways: Over Baptismal rice or cauliflower rice,  Paired as a side dish with a bean dish,  As a topping for an omelette ( really good)  Or a cold or hot appetizer with crudites or gluten fre...

I know I made falafel crackers last week , but this is a totally different recipe. It's lighter and crispier than the previous recipe, so you might want to give these a try.  I had never made crackers before last week, but they are really fast, easy, and fun to make. A batch of these 50 crackers from start to finish took me under 30 minutes ( I didn't count the 15 minutes of chill time). In addition, they are gluten free, dairy free, egg free and delicious. We love falafel and it's interesting spices,  so naturally I knew we would love these tasty falafel flavored crisps. What makes them taste like falafel? The chick pea flour, the sesame seeds, the cumin, the turmeric, the coriander and the spice blend called za'atar. What is za'atar or zahtar? Za'atar is a prepared spice blend that is used in many Middle Eastern countries.Although the recipes might vary, Za'atar may be made of any of the following spices: ground thyme, oregano, marjoram, sumac, hyssop an...

How many times have you sliced apples, doused them in lemon juice but they still turn brown an hour later?   That used to happen to me, but no more. Not since I discovered a simple tip that keeps my apple (or pear) slices looking just the way they looked when I initially sliced them, even 4-6 hours hours earlier! This method is so easy and simple, you probably won't believe it! The other day I had a women's group meeting at my house. The meeting was called for 9:30 in the morning, so along with coffee and muffins I decided to serve some apple slices and cheddar cheese. I bought a bag of beautiful organic gala apples apples. I left on the peel, made thin slices, put them on a plate, and stored them in the refrigerator for about 3 hours before I served them.  However, I did do one other thing when I initially sliced the apples! As I was slicing them,  I tossed the apple slices into a large bowl of water to which I had added 1/4 cup of salt. YES- you read that correctly...

Bring on the party with these delicious tomato soup shooters! Served at room temperature or chilled, these shooters are the great way to get any party or meal started and they are one of the best tomato soups ever!  With just 5 ingredients, preparation is a breeze! The recipe meets my criteria for health, ease, convenience and taste. It's made from real food, is naturally gluten free, and vegan. In addition, it makes a fun presentation and can be served without heating- a real plus when you are trying to juggle last minute details for a dinner party! A shooter is just the right amount of soup for a big meal. Who wants to fill up on the soup when you have a full meal coming?? And you really get to enjoy the exceptional flavor when you are limiting the quantity. Get Creative Or you might want to serve them as part of your appetizers at a party or other gathering! Paired with some cheese and crackers, it's delicious! You could also top the shooters with some fresh salsa, a touch o...

Thank you Vicki for this fabulous naturally gluten free recipe that is full of flavor and vegetables. Whenever we have a family get together, my good friend Vicki ( by request) always brings her homemade guacamole. For some reason, her guacamole is a crowd pleaser. Mine is usually good, but hers is actually great every time. I finally asked her for her recipe and am sharing it with you today. A great guacamole recipe starts with a perfectly ripe avocado. Choosing a ripe avocado can be tricky. Picking ripe avocados to use for guacamole reminds me of the story of Goldilocks and the Three Bears . Sometimes they are too soft, sometimes they are too hard , but sometimes they are just right! But how do you know? Here is how to pick a perfect avocado for guacamole.  A Simple Trick to tell if an avocado is ripe One simple way to tell if an avocado is ready to be used for making guacamole is to remove the stem .  The stem will reveal the condition of the avocado flesh without...

Do you like guacamole? You will love  this tomatillo guacamole just as much. Tomatillos, like tomatoes, are in season right now and they add an interesting flavor to regular guacamole. Traditionally, I add chopped tomatoes to my guac; This time I added chopped tomatoes and chopped tomatillos. I made it in the food processor in literally 2 minutes and didn't even wait to make this fabulous party dip for my next party. We ate it as a light dinner!! I picked my tomatillos from my CSA farm. In addition to all the other fabulous produce this week, I was able to pick 2 quarts of golden tomatillos. I was surprised how flavorful and sweet these tomatillos tasted! How to eat tomatillos We ate a lot of them just like a tomato, either sliced or added to salad, or we just bit into them and ate the whole thing like a fruit because it was a little sweet. They are a little firmer than a tomato. These seemed a little sweeter and riper than the ones I've gotten in the stores. Maybe because t...

Looking for a perfect side dish to make for Memorial Day Weekend? I could eat this delicious fresh green bean salad every day. It is easy to make, travels well, is great served at room temperature, and is gluten free and dairy free. It does contain sunflower seeds and almonds, but they can be omitted if nuts are a concern. The spring flavors of red onion, tomatoes, green beans, and sunflower seed s are laced with my sweet balsamic vinegar reduction dressing and is really delicious. Did I mention there is no oil, so it is relatively low calorie too and works for low carbohydrate too!  If you are not vegan, you can add crumbled blue cheese for an even more enticing dish ! Optional: Add crumbled blue cheese or feta ( I like it with blue cheese)  What's Special About The Beans In This Salad I love cooked fresh string beans, but sometimes they come out too soft, sometimes they come out too tough, and sometimes they come out an unappealing grayish green- but with this method. These ...