http://www.livingandloving.co.zaLatest articles on LivingAndLoving.co.zaCopyright 2012 LivingAndLoving.co.za. All rights reserved.Serves 4 INGREDIENTS 2 tbsp olive oil 2 cloves garlic, crushed 2 large carrots, grated 1 stalk celery, diced 1 small onion, chopped 1 tbsp tomato paste 2 x 425g tins chopped tomatoes 2 cups low-salt chicken stock 2 cups water 2 large baby marrows, diced 400g tin cannellini beans,...http://www.livingandloving.co.za/article.aspx?id=21884&h=Minestrone-SoupFri, 18 May 2012 00:00 +0200INGREDIENTS 4 large wholewheat pita breads 30g canola margarine 2 tbsp basil pesto 4 tbsp Parmesan cheese, grated 1. Pre-heat the grill 2. Mix the margarine, pesto and Parmesan cheese together, and spread over one side of the pita bread. 3. Grill for 4–5 minutes until golden brown...http://www.livingandloving.co.za/article.aspx?id=21883&h=Minestrone-SoupFri, 18 May 2012 00:00 +0200These mini loaves will keep for a few days in the fridge, and are delicious served cold with a salad for lunch, or as part of a picnic. However, they don’t freeze well. INGREDIENTS 1/3 cup dry wholewheat breadcrumbs or fine oats 900g chicken mince 1 clove garlic, crushed 1 egg,...http://www.livingandloving.co.za/article.aspx?id=21882&h=Minestrone-SoupFri, 18 May 2012 00:00 +0200INGREDIENTS 450g ripe bananas, peeled and mashed 110g soft butter 120g light brown sugar 225g self-raising wholewheat flour 1 egg 4 tbsp low-fat yoghurt 1 tsp vanilla extract 125g raisins METHOD 1. Preheat oven to 180?C. Grease and line a 900g baking tin. 2. Combine all the ingredients...http://www.livingandloving.co.za/article.aspx?id=21881&h=Minestrone-SoupFri, 18 May 2012 00:00 +0200A cough is a symptom, not an illness, and is associated with various causes, some serious and some less so. Diet and lifestyle changes to address underlying mucus are often successful. Here’s a practical guide to help you understand your child’s coughs, but know that having...http://www.livingandloving.co.za/article.aspx?id=21876&h=Minestrone-SoupFri, 18 May 2012 00:00 +0200Annabel Karmel shows us how to achieve this with nature’s own medicine … food. Superfoods are foods that don’t just supply the basic components of our diet, i.e. carbohydrates, protein and fat. They also boost energy and brain power to prevent illness and even repair damage. ...http://www.livingandloving.co.za/article.aspx?id=21872&h=Minestrone-SoupFri, 18 May 2012 00:00 +0200Good nutrition during pregnancy is incredibly important. There’s a huge amount of hype over what you can and can’t eat, and every year there seems to be a new obsession over what you should be eating lots of and how many cups of coffee you can safely drink per day. If you’re...http://www.livingandloving.co.za/article.aspx?id=21870&h=Minestrone-SoupFri, 18 May 2012 00:00 +0200These childhood favourites are cupcakes baked with Golden Cloud Vanilla Muffin Mix and topped with a piped creamy marshmallow topping. Sit back and mellow out under the shade of the baobab... Cupcakes 500 g Golden Cloud Vanilla Muffin Mix 225 ml water 150 ml oil 2 eggs Topping 160 g sugar...http://www.livingandloving.co.za/article.aspx?id=21623&h=Minestrone-SoupThu, 10 May 2012 09:11 +0200By sharing our goodness, Sasko Flour is your baking partner whom inspires, leads and supports all your baking needs. Show your goodness by sharing the goodness of Sasko Flour with your family, friends and community. Visit www.saskoflour.co.za or saskoflour.mobi or call the toll free number 0860 472...http://www.livingandloving.co.za/article.aspx?id=21558&h=Minestrone-SoupWed, 9 May 2012 11:17 +0200Serves 12 Ingredients ½ cup milk chocolate chips ½ cup white chocolate chips ½ cup peanut butter (for nut allergies, you can substitute with ¼ plain butter and increase the chocolate chips) 150g thin pretzels Mini eggs for decoration Method 1. Melt the...http://www.livingandloving.co.za/article.aspx?id=21557&h=Minestrone-SoupWed, 9 May 2012 11:07 +0200This recipe makes a large quantity. Don’t halve the ingredients; rather make the full quantity, and freeze half of the dough, or use it to make plain vanilla biscuits. Ingredients 185g butter 1 cup castor sugar 1½ tsp vanilla extract 2½ cups plain flour 1 egg 1 egg...http://www.livingandloving.co.za/article.aspx?id=21556&h=Minestrone-SoupWed, 9 May 2012 11:02 +0200YOU WILL NEED: 1 packet chocolate cake mix For the ganache Ingredients 200g dark Albany chocolate 100g butter ½ cup fresh cream Method 1. Make chocolate cupcakes according to the instructions on the packet. 2. To make the ganache, combine all the ingredients in a double...http://www.livingandloving.co.za/article.aspx?id=21553&h=Minestrone-SoupWed, 9 May 2012 10:58 +0200Potty training normally begins when your child is between 18 months and three years old. This is the age when children begin to do things on their own, and it’s up to you to let them. For tips and more on training your toddler to use the toilet, read page 94 of our May issue. Dowload your...http://www.livingandloving.co.za/article.aspx?id=18302&h=Minestrone-SoupThu, 3 May 2012 12:03 +0200Despite the miraculous advances in the modern medical world, it’s hard to believe that no one has yet had that ‘Aha’ moment and discovered a cure for the flu. Which means that once you get the virus, you’ve got the virus, and with no quick-fix to magic yourself back to...http://www.livingandloving.co.za/article.aspx?id=17852&h=Minestrone-SoupTue, 24 Apr 2012 12:15 +0200Ingredients Broccoli Cauliflower Carrots Celery Baby corn Baby toms Cucumber sticks Dips You could use the following as dips: cold, low fat cream cheese; cottage cheese; peanut butter (check for nut allergies); hummus; tzatziki;, pesto (watch for nut allergies); tahini; or guacamole...http://www.livingandloving.co.za/article.aspx?id=17577&h=Minestrone-SoupFri, 20 Apr 2012 14:50 +0200Makes: 24 ice cubes Prep time: 30 minutes INGREDIENTS 1 punnet blueberries (fresh or frozen) ½ cup/125ml filtered water METHOD 1. Bring water to a boil. Add blueberries and simmer for 15 minutes until soft. 2. Reserve liquid and use a slotted spoon to transfer blueberries to...http://www.livingandloving.co.za/article.aspx?id=17574&h=Minestrone-SoupFri, 20 Apr 2012 08:00 +0200Serves 4 Prep time: 20 minutes INGREDIENTS 200g organic wholewheat penne pasta (or any pasta type) 300g beef stir-fry strips 300g diced butternut 5ml mixed dried herbs 5 sage leaves, chopped 100ml olive oil Salt and pepper to season METHOD 1. Boil the pasta according to the...http://www.livingandloving.co.za/article.aspx?id=17573&h=Minestrone-SoupFri, 20 Apr 2012 08:00 +0200What are my treatment options? When it comes to endometriosis, there’s no simple cure or solution. However, there’s a variety of treatment methods which can help to relieve symptoms and boost fertility LAPAROSCOPY Doctors use a laparoscopy and tissue biopsy to find endometrial...http://www.livingandloving.co.za/article.aspx?id=17555&h=Minestrone-SoupFri, 20 Apr 2012 08:00 +0200What is endometriosis? Many women are unaware that they have endometriosis, despite the fact that it’s one of the most common health problems, affecting around 20% of all women. Truth is, it’s an unpredictable disorder that can remain undiagnosed for a long time. It’s most...http://www.livingandloving.co.za/article.aspx?id=17554&h=Minestrone-SoupFri, 20 Apr 2012 08:00 +0200Here’s what you need to pack in your baby’s bag to prepare for the BIG day REMEMBER: Always pack your bags a few days before you’re expected to go into labour! Pack these: Vaseline Light blankets or muslin wraps x 2 Disposable baby wipes Baby face cloths x...http://www.livingandloving.co.za/article.aspx?id=17547&h=Minestrone-SoupFri, 20 Apr 2012 08:00 +0200