November, 2009 | Simply Food and Drink Blog

30 November 2009, Comments 0

Whilst it is true that all vegetables are healthy I am often asked what are the top 5 healthy vegetables to eat.

Well, my top five are as follows but remember this is only my opinion.

 I would have to put spinach at the top of my list. Up until recently I absolutely hated the taste of spinach but I … Read the rest

27 November 2009, Comments 0

You know how disheartening it can be when you have stuck to your healthy diet and not only are you failing to lose weight but you seem to be getting even fatter.

 A common question is ‘why do you gain weight fat when you eat healthy?’

 Well usually the answer boils down to exercise. Many people think that as long … Read the rest

25 November 2009, Comments 0

Here is my outrageous Double chocolate chip cookie recipe.

Double chocolate chip cookies

1 (24 ounce) package  chocolate chips (4 cups)
1 cup butter or margarine — softened
1 cup  brown sugar
1 tspn vanilla
2 eggs
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tspns baking soda
1/2 tspn salt
1 (6 ounce) package white baking bars — cut into … Read the rest

24 November 2009, Comments 0

I am often asked what are the top 5 healthy foods to eat together as a family.

 Before I begin I would like to stress how beneficial it is for the family to sit down and eat together at least a couple of times a week. If you can manage to do it more often then that is even better … Read the rest

19 November 2009, Comments 0

Here is an apple pie recipe that would be perfect for a thanksgiving treat.

How to make an apple pie

Ingredients:
225g or 8oz of Shortcrust Pie Pastry .
55g or 4oz sultanas
55g or 2oz plump raisins
1 egg white which has been beaten
3 tablespoons of rum or brandy
550g or 1¼ lbs of Cooking apples
2 peeled … Read the rest