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When asked to participate in the holiday blog hop, I wonder how Edible Crafts would fit in. Most of the foods we talk about aren’t really healthy, but then I thought of course we would work. How else can you get your picky eaters to eat their veggies? You hide the veggies in the food. Why healthy eating? Maybe you want a life style change, you have an illness that needs a dietary change, or you need new ways to sneak those veggies into the picky eater. This book is for you! People aren’t kidding when they say this is more than just a cook book. It is your encyclopedia to a healthier you. Plus, it comes from someone that like us, used to eat the unhealthy foods that was comforting growing up. Heather Crosby helps you plan what equipment you need in your kitchen, supplies you need for the recipes and then goes one step further in actually walking you through how to put all together and create amazing recipes. They were nice enough to let me include a recipe that would be great for Thanksgiving:

Try something new this holiday season—Roasted Garlic Cauliflower Mash instead of potatoes! Cauliflower is an excellent source of vitamin C, manganese and antioxidants, so serve them with Easy & Amazing Gravy and enjoy all the surprised, happy expressions around the table.

TOOLS?: Steamer?Large pot with lid?Chef’s knife?Food processor (or a masher and elbow grease)

INGREDIENTS?: Try to buy everything organic. Here’s why.?1 head cauliflower, florets removed and chopped?7-10 cloves garlic, roasted?1 tbsp extra virgin cold-pressed coconut oil?1/2 tsp fine ground sea salt?Fresh ground pepper to taste

STEPS?
Steam your cauliflower florets, covered with a lid, for 20 minutes or until you can easily pierce with a fork.
While steaming, roast your garlic either on a parchment-lined cookie sheet in the oven (350F) for 7 minutes, or in a skillet over low/medium heat until browned.
Place all ingredients in the food processor and pulse until super creamy. No food processor? Use elbow grease, a masher and/or potato ricer to get that creamy consistency.
Season with salt and pepper to taste and enjoy!
Store in the fridge in an airtight glass container for up to 7 days.

Planning ahead? Make this recipe 1-2 days in advance, store in the fridge and reheat on the stovetop or in the oven.
Click here on Yum Universe for other recipes and follow her on Facebook.com/Yum Universe and Pinterest.com?Heather Crosby. Check out other blogs on the #YUHealthyHolidays Tour.

Also keep a look out for a book giveaway for US and Canadian readers and another yummy recipe to try later on. (I always have trouble with the giveaway set up.)

A quick, creamy breakfast with fresh fruit added on top

Smoothie bowls are one of those beautiful breakfasts that feel healthy and a little indulgent at the same time. Thick, cold, creamy, and pretty enough that you almost don’t want to eat them… almost.

The Ninja Slushie Maker takes all the effort out of it.
Instead of dealing with frozen fruit bricks or blenders that complain loudly, you simply mix your yoghurt base, chill it, and let the Ninja turn it into the perfect thick smoothie-bowl texture — no ice required.

If you are like me and come addicted to these smoothie bowls then you will want to invest in these double walled bowls, this is my favorite brand and these have been great.

Then you top it with your fresh fruit afterwards so the bowl stays thick, cold, and spoon-worthy.

It’s easy, quick, and a lovely way to start the day.

Why Yoghurt Works So Well in the Ninja Slushie Maker

Yoghurt freezes into a silky, firm slush — similar to soft-serve but healthier and lighter. Because the machine creates the icy texture itself (instead of relying on ice cubes), the mixture never becomes watery or gritty.

Just smooth, cold, creamy perfection you can decorate to your heart’s content.

The Basic Yoghurt Slush Base

Once you learn this base recipe, you can create endless flavour combinations.

Ingredients

2 cups plain or Greek yoghurt, chilled
½–1 cup milk of your choice (just enough to loosen the mixture)
1–3 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (optional)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Method

Stir all ingredients together until smooth.
Chill the mixture in the fridge until very cold.
Pour the chilled mixture into the Ninja Slushie Maker.
Blend on the slush setting until thick, creamy, and icy.
Spoon into a bowl and add your fruit and toppings.

This base has enough body to hold granola, berries, and nut butter without sinking.

Topping Ideas (Add These After Blending)

Fresh Fruit

Strawberries
Blueberries
Banana slices
Mango
Kiwi
Peaches

Crunchy Toppers

Granola
Toasted coconut
Chopped nuts
Cacao nibs

Extras

Honey drizzle
Peanut butter
Chia seeds
Freeze-dried fruit crumbs

Easy Flavour Variations

Berries & Cream Smoothie Bowl

Use vanilla yoghurt as your base. Top with raspberries, strawberries, and a sprinkle of granola.

Tropical Coconut Bowl

Add a splash of coconut milk to the base. Top with mango, pineapple, kiwi, and toasted coconut flakes.

Chocolate Yoghurt Bowl

Mix 1 tablespoon cocoa powder or chocolate protein powder into the base. Top with banana slices and a peanut-butter drizzle.

Meal-Prep Tip

Prepare the yoghurt base the night before and store it in small jars.
In the morning, just pour one jar directly into the Ninja Slushie Maker and you’ve got a thick, cold, ready-to-top breakfast in minutes.

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