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All-Bran & Rye Flakes Cranberry Apple Muffins

These muffins are loaded with fiber! A great hearty and delicious option to start your day right; unfortunately, not many people are getting enough fiber in their diets. According to the Health Magazine, the average person is only getting 15 grams a day where women should be getting 25 grams and men up to 35-40 grams. Some benefits of including fiber in your...

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"Pan de Muerto" - Day of the Dead Sweet Bread

Bread

I love this time of the year- not only because Halloween is around the corner but also the celebration of the Day of the Dead, a national Mexican festival. The Day of the Dead or "Dia de los Muertos" is a meaningful festival for all Mexicans who remember and honour their loved ones who have passed away. The most representative ritual about this celebration is the alter or shrine. The alters can be simple or complex with an integrate array of flowers, food, drinks or other included items that remind them of their loved ones. These alters can be seen throughout Mexico in cemeteries, homes or at work. The most common food item during this festival is "Pan de Muerto"- Day of the Dead Bread or Bread of the Dead. This rich eggy dough is delicious and slightly sweet and best enjoyed with a big mug of Mexican hot chocolate. Yumm . . .

Overall, Mexican bread contains culture, playfulness, humour and a unique taste from each region with traditional artisan taste.

"Pan de Muerto" Recipe:

Ingredients

4 1/2 cups of flour + 1/4 cup for dusting

4 tsp of dry yeast

200 ml of milk

3/4 cup of sugar

1/2 tsp of salt

2 eggs

1/2 cup of soften butter

1 orange for zest

1 tsp of vanilla

Instructions

Heat milk to lukewarm temperature in a saucepan or microwave (30 seconds or more depending on your microwave power).

Mix yeast, 1/2 cup of flour, 1/4 cup of sugar and lukewarm milk in medium bowl and set aside in a warm spot for 7 minutes or until it has a foamy consistency.

Combine the remaining flour (4 cups), sugar (1/2 cup), and salt in a large bowl and then form a well in the middle; to add the eggs, butter, orange zest, vanilla and the yeast mixture. Mix wet and dry ingredients gradually to form dough.

Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface, for 10 to 15 minutes or until elastic and smooth. It should spring back when poked.

1st Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl (I used vegetable oil) and cover with a cloth or plastic wrap. Place the dough in a warm spot of your kitchen until the dough doubles in size about 1 hour or so.

Shape Buns: To remove air bubbles punch down dough and then transfer to a floured counter. Reserve 1/4 of the dough for decoration. To have uniform buns, weigh dough balls to 60 grams each. Place balls on a greased tray and press lightly with your palm. Next, roll 2 strings (about 10 cm each) and then with 3 fingers press and roll to form dough-like bones. Then, place the two dough bones intersecting each other on the dough ball. Next, roll a small ball to place on top of the intersecting bones. Repeat this process for all dough balls.

2nd Rise: Cover the tray and place in a warm spot for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees ( 175C ) and bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown.

Glaze: Melt about 3 tbsp of unsalted butter and brush the buns, then sprinkle them with white sugar (be generous with the sugar :) .

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Make 2 String Bones and 1 Small Ball

Intersect the String Bones

Brush Buns w/ Butter and Sprinkle Sugar

Happy baking! :)

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Easy Banana Coconut Oatmeal Cookies

banana

The name is a long one, but these cookies are so simple and delicious! The reason for my inspiration is my little sister, she's in a low-fat diet for medical reasons. So these are naturally sweet, low-fat and even vegan! Overall, these cookies are easy and quick to make. Ingredients 3 large bananas 1 cup of oats 3/4 cup of coconut 1/4 chocolate...

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Mocha Oatmeal Cookies

chocolate

These cookies are great for coffee lovers or anyone who likes the rich taste of mocha. Also, on the plus side these cookies are low in fat with only 2 grams. Best enjoyed with a cold glass of milk! Ingredients 3/4 cup of all-purpose flour 1 cup of quick-cooking oats 3 tbsp of cocoa powder 3/4 cup of dark brown sugar 1/2 tsp...

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Watermelon and Strawberry Mint Smoothie

coconut

Ingredients: 1 cup of watermelon ¾ cup of strawberries 1 cup of coconut water Spring of mint (or according to taste) Squeeze of lime (or according to taste) Ice (optional) Enjoy! ...

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Prune Puree

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Prunes are not only high in fiber and nutrients but, they are also an excellent fat substitute for a variety of baked goods. Try it with Mocha Oatmeal Cookies . Prune Puree: 1/2 cup of pitted, dry prunes (plums) 1 cup of water Instructions Blend prunes and water in a blender in high speed until smooth. Use right away, if not, store in a container for up...

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