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Basil Pesto and Tomato Sandwich
Nov 12th
Basil Pesto and Tomato Sandwich
Here is an easy to put together lunch-ready in less than 5 minutes and can be prepared ahead and packed to go. It is a no brainer if you have some Pesto on hand. I usually prepare a big batch of Pesto and keep some frozen. The sandwich when combined with a healthy side qualifies for the ’400 calories or less’ lunch category.You need:
2 slices of bread, I used white bread 1 tbsp Basil Pesto 1/2 medium tomato 1/2 tbsp butter (I used I can’t believe its not Butter spread) salt and pepper to taste
1. Spread Pesto More >
Presto Basil Pesto (Nut Free)
Aug 10th
Basil Pesto
Pesto, an aromatic herb sauce or paste, originated in Northern Italy and is used very commonly in Italian cooking. Traditionally it is made with toasted pine nuts but there are nut free variations as well. Every now and then I have tried different pesto based dishes and always amazed how this fragrant and flavorful perks up otherwise plain pasta or chicken recipes. However, it wasn’t until I noticed that my son liked a Pesto Chicken Fettuccine dish from a local Italian restaurant that I decided to give it a try in my every day cooking.I read this recipe in More >
Fish Cakes
Apr 6th
By Heidemarie Swanepoel
Fish Cakes
A very easy, healthy meal to serve, either with toast for a quick lunch, or as a filling for a sandwich, or even together with mashed potatoes and salad as a main meal. This recipe is as versatile as it is delicious. Using the correct fish ensures you are getting your daily dose of Omega 3 and 6, and is very good for the children’s concentration, so I love serving these fresh from the griddle on those mornings when the children are due to write a test at school.Ingredients: 1 tin canned fish (pilchards with tomato sauce is More >
Hawaiian Toast
Feb 23rd
Recipe by Heidemarie Swanepoel
Hawaiian Toast
Today we visited Gran, and she dished up my childhood favourite treat. When we came home from school, on a cold or wet day, she would be standing by with a delicious slice of Hawaiian Toast. My kids love it now, just as much as I loved it then (and still do!)Ingredients: (per slice of toast)
1 slice of toasted bread 1 slice sandwich ham 1 pineapple ring (canned) 2 – 4 slices cheddar cheese Butter (optional)
Pre-heat your grill. Toast your bread, and butter it. Start off by placing your ham on the toast. Place the pineapple ring More >
Fisherman’s Toast
Feb 17th
Posted by : Heidemarie Swanepoel
Today I got a new idea for a toasted open sandwich. I needed to get some brain-food and Omega 3 into my bloodstream, and opted for a tin of sardines. Tomatoes are rich in anti-cancer agents, and cheese – well melted cheese is just absolutely yummy. How could I not add that.
Ingredients: (per slice of toast)
1 slice of toasted bread
1 – 2 sardines
1 – 2 slices cheese (mozzarella is delicious)
2 – 4 slices tomato
Salt and pepper to taste
Pre-heat your grill.
Toast your bread, and butter it.
Start off by placing your tomato slices on the toast.
Cut the sardines in More >
Toasted Avocado Sandwich
Jan 31st
By Heidemarie Swanepoel
Avocado Sandwich
I found a few yummy looking Avocados in the supermarket today, and my mouth literally watered for them. So when I got home I made these toasted sandwiches. I prefer sweet and my hubby prefers salty, so I made two variations. Let me know which one you prefer.
Ingredients: (per person)
- 2 slices of toasted bread
- 1 Avocado (small), or ½ if it is large.
- Sweet Variation:2 tablespoons cinnamon sugar
- Salty variation:Salt and pepper to taste
- A good swirl of sweet chilli sauce, or regular chilli sauce
Method:
- Pre-heat your grill.
- Toast your bread, and butter it.
- Mash the avocado, and spread generously on the toast.
- For the More >
Spinach Tomato Mozzarella Sandwich
Dec 4th
Here is one for Spinach lovers. At first I wanted to make a Spinach calzone but I did not have any pizza dough on hand or even the time to make it. So I decided to make a sandwich instead. This is a no fuss recipe thats marries taste with nutrition and is definitely lower in calories than a regular calzone.
You need: 2 Rolls of French Bread, split 1 large tomato, sliced (I prefer large, thick slices) 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese,shredded 1 cup Chopped Spinach,with Ranch salt and pepper to taste garlic spread seasoning/Italian seasoning to taste 2 tsp Parmesan Cheese (optional)
1. Spread More >
