Hemp & Chickpea Hummus

Ingredients: 1½ cups HCW Chickpeas, cooked according to pack instruction 1 tbsp HCW Tahini 2 tbsp HCW Hemp Seed Powder 2 tbsp lemon juice 3 tbsp olive oil 2 cloves garlic ½ tsp HCW Himalayan Crystal Salt 1 tbsp water   Method: Roughly chop both cloves of garlic and pan-fry them until they’re golden brown […]

Gluten Free Seed Loaf

Ingredients 100ml HCW Linseeds 100ml HCW Sunflower Seeds 250ml HCW Almond Flour 150ml HCW Psyllium Husks 250g buttermilk / Greek yoghurt 6 eggs 2 tsp baking powder 1 tsp salt Pinch of HCW Stevia Powder / 1 tsp HCW Xylitol   Method Blend all the seeds together in a food processor until finely ground. Mix […]

Oats & Berry Muffins (makes 9 muffins)

Ingredients: 1 cup cake flour / HCW Gluten-Free Flour Mix 2/3 cup HCW Rolled Oats / Gluten-Free Rolled Oats 1/3 cup sugar 2 tsp baking powder ½ tsp baking soda ½ tsp salt 1 egg ½ cup milk ½ cup mashed banana / apple puree 2 tbsp vegetable oil 1/3 cup HCW Cranberries 2 tbsp […]

Cacao Chia Overnight Oats (serves 2)

Ingredients: ½ cup HCW Cacao Chia Oats ¼ tsp HCW Cinnamon Powder ¼ tsp HCW Vanilla Extract 2 tbsp chopped apple / apple puree ½ cup milk / milk alternative   Method: Place all ingredients in a large bowl, mix well and leave in the fridge overnight. Serve hot or cold, with extra milk and […]

Macadamia Bread

Ingredients: 120 g HCW Macadamia Flour (NEW) 70 g HCW Coconut Flour 5 tbsp HCW Just Whey ½ cup HCW Flaxseed Powder 2 tbsp brown sugar / HCW Xylitol 2 tbsp HCW Psyllium Husks 4 large eggs ¼ cup butter, melted ½ cup sparkling water 1 tsp baking powder ¼ tsp HCW Fine Himalayan Salt […]

Kale & Turmeric Scramble (serves 1)

Ingredients 2 eggs 1 cup chopped kale / spinach 1 tsp HCW Turmeric Powder 1 tbsp butter Salt & pepper to taste   Method Heat the butter in a pan. Whisk the eggs in a bowl. Add chopped kale to the pan and cook for a few minutes (until slightly wilted). Add the whisked eggs […]

Aztec Hot Chocolate (serves 2)

Ingredients 2 cups milk 2 tbsp HCW Organic Cacao Powder Zest of 1 orange 3 tsp HCW Organic Agave Syrup / HCW Xylitol ¼ tsp HCW Cinnamon Powder   Method Pour milk into a saucepan and add the cacao powder. Heat until nearly boiling, while whisking well. Reduce the heat and add the orange zest, […]

Zesty Salad Dressing (serves 2)

Ingredients 1/3 cup olive oil Juice of 1 lemon 1 tsp HCW Turmeric Powder 1 tsp HCW Apple Cider Vinegar 1 tsp raw honey   Method Mix all ingredients together well and store in the fridge.   Click on the images to view these items in the online store Need ingredients? Apple Cider Vinegar 500ml […]

Delicious Coconut Dessert

The following recipe was provided by Safiya Beatriz, as part of our recent baking campaign. It uses our Coconut Flour.   Coconut Dessert By Safiya Beatriz, one of our facebook followers.   Ingredients: 1 cup milk 3 eggs Pinch salt ½ cup HCW Coconut Flour 1 ½ cups cake flour / HCW Gluten-Free Flour Mix […]

Clever snacks for kids

Children have high energy requirements and therefore require small regular meals and snacks. Finding snacks which are a source of fibre, vitamins and minerals and with no added salt, artificial colourings and preservatives can be a challenge. Here are a few suggestions for nutritious and fun snacks: Make apple “boats”: Cut an apple into wedges. […]

Great ways with goji’s

These bright red, dried berries are known for their content of beta-carotene. They can easily be added to sweet or savoury dishes. Here are a few delicious ways to include goji berries in your daily diet: Add to toasted granola, raw muesli or cooked porridge. Add dried or soaked to your favourite smoothie recipe. Soak […]

Spotlight on Rice Milk Plus

Our Rice Milk Plus a milk alternative that is both lactose and dairy free. It can be used in hot or cold drinks, smoothies, cereal or in cooking or baking. It is free of any common allergens and is therefore also suitable for children who are allergic to soya and milk. These are a few […]

Have you tried making a Veggie Goulash?

This recipe is suitable for vegans and they are great ways of including our unique vegan products in your diet. Just Protein (Just Soy) is a soya protein isolate which is perfect for adding to smoothies. Our Organic Soya Mince is GMO-free and has no added colouring or flavouring. It is delicious when adding your […]

Delicious Feta & Spinach Muffins

The savoury muffin recipe was sent to us by Veronica Back, who sells gluten-free baked goods at the Hermanus Country Market on Saturday mornings. Feta & Spinach Muffins (makes 12 muffins) Ingredients: 2 cups HCW Gluten-Free Self Raising Flour ½ tsp salt 100g feta cheese, cut into small squares 1 cup spinach leaves, finely chopped […]

Apple Cider Vinegar and the Mother of Vinegar

This cloudy vinegar has been produced from locally-grown apples and is preservative free. Because it is unfiltered, fermentation continues after bottling which could affect the colour of the vinegar. The ‘mother’ of vinegar will be seen forming over time. The ‘mother’ is made up of cellulose (type of fibre) and acetic acid bacteria and is […]

Oats & Berry Muffins

Ingredients 1 cup cake flour / HCW Gluten Free Flour Mix 2/3 cup HCW Rolled Oats / Gluten Free Rolled Oats 1/3 cup sugar 2 tsp baking powder ½ tsp baking soda ½ tsp salt 1 egg ½ cup milk ½ cup mashed banana / apple puree 2 tbsp vegetable oil 1/3 cup HCW Cranberries […]

Lifestyle Choices that affect the risk of cancer

During the month of February, we are looking at various aspects of cancer awareness. It is said that knowledge is power. We agree, but would like to add that “Applied” knowledge is power! When you know what you are dealing with, then you can make more sound choices and judgements. For this purpose, we would […]

Black Quinoa Salad with Mango, Avocado & Tomatoes

  Ingredients: 1 cup uncooked HCW Black Quinoa, Organic 2 cups water Pinch of salt 1 large mango, diced 2 large tomatoes, diced 3 onions, sliced ½ cup coriander, chopped 2 medium avocados, diced ¼ cup fresh lime juice 1 tbsp olive oil ½ tsp cumin Salt and pepper, to taste   Method: Add the […]

Your Summer Power Smoothie

  Do you ever get the feeling that your “get-up-and-go” has gotten up and gone without you? This is a really simple recipe that will take 3 minutes to throw together, but will give you hours of sustained energy. Ingredients 1 mango, peeled and chopped 2 cups water ½ cup plain yoghurt 2 tbsp raw […]

Gluten Free Buckwheat Pancakes

I have been working for a while on a simple gluten-free, dairy-free pancake recipe that could serve as the perfect base for adaptations. I wanted a recipe that took a few minutes to prepare, and whether you were familiar with gluten-free pancakes or not, your result would be delicious, and most importantly, stress-free. These pancakes […]

Health Connection Oats & Cranberry Muffins

Oats & Cranberry Muffins (makes 9 muffins) These recipes are delicious and suitable as snacks for children. The muffins are high in fibre and can be adapted to be wheat or gluten free. They can be enjoyed at breakfast or as a dessert or snack. Ingredients 1 cup cake flour / HCW Gluten Free Flour […]

Flaxseed Powder Pancakes

Flaxseed Powder Pancakes (makes 8-10 pancakes) These were really good and super easy to make. This was my first ever flax recipe and I am pleasantly surprised. They kind of reminded me of french toast. I will definitely make these often!   Ingredients ½ cup cake flour / HCW Gluten Free Flour Mix 5 tbsp […]

Carob & Seed Smoothie

  Carob comes from the pods of the tropical carob tree. The pulp and seeds of the pods are dried, roasted and powdered to give foods and drinks the flavor of chocolate. The pods can also be turned into a syrup, and the seeds into a gum (called tragasol) that is used to thicken baked […]

Delicious Tomato, Basil & Millet salad

  These delicious recipes are all gluten free and high in fibre. De-husked millet is an ancient grain with a mildly sweet, nut-like flavour once cooked. It can be used as a gluten-free starch alternative to pasta or couscous. It is also sodium-free and can be used in baking to provide extra fibre and a […]