Indian Borscht
This soup is unusual and sophisticated—slightly sweet, slightly spicy, with layers of subtle flavors. It’s good served both hot or cold. Based on a recipe called “Sweet-Hot Beet Soup” from Second Helpings from Union Square Cafe. Read the rest of this entry »
Oatmeal Walnut Pancakes
Based on a recipe from the McCann’s Irish Oatmeal box. These pancakes have a hearty, nutty flavor, but are still quite light and fluffy. Derek and his father claim these are the “best pancakes ever.”
In a large bowl combine:
- 1.25 cups quick cooking oats, or regular rolled oats blended to a coarse flour
- 1 cup lowfat or nonfat yogurt, unsweetened
- 1 cup skim or lowfat milk or plain soymilk
- 1 tsp. sugar or honey (omit if soymilk or yogurt are sweetened)
Stir in:
- 1/4 cup white flour
- 1/4 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 scant tsp. salt
- 1 tsp. baking soda
Add and mix well:
- 2 large eggs, beaten
Add:
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
Use 1/4 cup batter per pancake.
Yields: 13 four-inch pancakes
Serving size: 3-4 pancakes
About 100 calories per pancake.
Rating: A-
Derek: A-