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Quick and Easy Grit Corn Recipes

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Simple, yet incredibly delicious corn grits make wonderful dishes. A corn grit consists of three primary components: the hull, the germ, and the inner starch. Traditionally, in the Southern United States, corn grit flour has been used in a variety of dishes that encapsulates the whole kernel.  High-quality cooking grits are naturally gluten-free and have a lower glycemic index, making them ideal for people with celiac disease. Grits contain iron, which protects against iron deficiency, while their fiber content helps improve digestion and satisfies hunger. Take a look at some of the best yet underrated corn grits recipes. Sweet Cornbread If you're craving a sweet & moist cornbread, then you've come to the right place.  Ingredients ½ cup Grit Cornflour 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour ⅔ cup granulated sugar 1 Tbsp baking powder ½ tsp salt 1 ¼ cups milk 2 large eggs lightly beaten ⅓ cup vegetable oil 3 Tbsp butter melted Instructions Preheat the oven to 180°C. Line an 8-inch squar...

Healthy Semolina Dessert Recipes

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Semolina, or sooji, as it is called in India, is a coarse flour that's high in protein. Its distinct texture is what makes pasta and bread sturdy and prevents them from crumbling! These semolina flour recipes are so special because they are full of natural nutrients. Besides boosting immunity, it also helps nourish the body, boost energy, and improve heart health.  With the holidays right around the corner, sweet treats are on everyone's minds. Here are a few delicious desserts using semolina flour that you can enjoy with your family and loved ones this holiday season. Semolina Pudding Recipe Semolina pudding, a nutritious and easy dessert recipe, loved by both young and old. A few simple ingredients make this pudding a breeze to cook.  Ingredients 12 tsp semolina flour 600 ml milk  1 tbsp vanilla sugar 1 tsp ground cinnamon Instructions Pour the milk into a pan and bring it to a boil with the sugar and half of the cinnamon stick. Stir the semolina continuously for about ...

Meal Prep Recipes for a Balanced Diet

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Meal prepping means planning out your diet and preparing meals in batches to last over time. It is a very efficient way to prepare your meals, especially if you have a busy schedule and find it difficult to maintain a healthy diet with all your meals in a day, every day. You can prepare batches of ingredients and then combine them together at the time of consumption in different ways. For instance, you can prepare lentils for your protein, veggies for nutrients and fiber, rice for your carbohydrates, and some kind of fat/dairy to prepare a balanced meal. This method makes for nutritious and delicious meals. Here are a few recipes: Lentil Salad Lentil salad is a great way to get your protein without feeling too full. Ingredients: 1 ½ cups masoor dal  2 small cloves garlic, minced 2 tsp sea salt Black pepper, to taste 1 ½ cups chopped greens ½ stalk of green onion  ¼ cup olive oil ¼ cup raw apple cider vinegar 1 tbsp maple syrup 1 tbsp ground mustard 1 ½ cups halved cherry tomat...