Look on the light side
January. It generally spells foul weather, fading Christmas memories, and a host of failed resolutions. But look on the bright side. It's the perfect excuse for spending hours in the warmest room of the house. So why not start the New Year happy and healthy by slow cooking veggie-rich casseroles? Inventing a host of hale and hearty new dishes. And hunkering down for long lunches with friends.
Recipes
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Chunky macaroni soup
There's nothing quite like a bowl of steaming hot soup on a cold winter's day. And this recipe will keep your cockles warmed right through to spring. Packed full of chunky vegetables and fibre-rich beans, after an indulgent few weeks, it's the perfect way to fill you up without filling you out.
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Simply lighter
It's that time of year again when our clothes are feeling a little snug and it's not uncommon to have to undo a belt notch or two. However, you don't need a degree in nutrition to know that cutting down on fat is a great way to help shift those excess Christmas pounds.
Food News
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A WEIGHT OFF YOUR MIND?
When most diet foods contain more artificial ingredients than natural ones, why are they still perceived as the 'healthy' option? One problem …
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Waist watchers
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