This rich, savoury soup is the ultimate comfort for chilly nights. Serve with garlic toasts for the perfect accompaniment.
In addition to the high fibre content, chickpeas also contain protein, which helps blunt the rise in blood sugar levels.
This was a favourite for my family when the kids were young. I worked full time and would make this up the night before and pop it in the oven when I got home the next day. I have also just made the meat mixture and put it on buns. It is so delicious. I would make my favourite Tea Biscuit recipe or buy Bisquick for the crust.
Drain olives and sun-dried tomatoes, then pat dry before chopping. Store tuiles uncovered on rack to keep them crisp.
These make terrific tote-alongs. Let them thaw in a cooler pack while hiking or canoeing. If you have room, bring some salsa to serve alongside.
Label each bag of mix with the best-before date of the yeast (use the freshest yeast you can find) and refrigerating instructions; be sure to add that it's enough to make one 12-inch (30 cm) pizza crust.
Serve with: Green salad. The best bets for vegetables with nutrients are the most colourful ones, such as spinach and tomatoes. Spinach is an excellent source of folate and lutein; tomatoes are rich in lycopene.
Yellow wax beans partner with garlicky marinated mushrooms in this crunchy make-ahead salad. You can use green beans with, or instead of, the yellow ones.
If you're unfamiliar with tofu, this salad is a good way to try it. The strips of tofu are similar to marinated mozzarella in appearance, taste and texture. Serve this salad as a light lunch or first course with crusty bread.
