Kick-off Your Day and Your Year!

New Years is the time of year when resolutions are made. For some, that includes heating healthier, exercising, or taking time to enjoy life a little more than the year before. Our Town Magazine has partnered with a few local businesses to bring you some of the best ways to start your day on a healthier note and still enjoy life! The recipes included in this edition use fruits to bring you a fun and flavorful treat, jam, or breakfast this New Year. Here’s to your health!

Apple Cinnamon Pancakes

INGREDIENTS:

• 3/4 c. milk

• 1 1/2 tbsp.vinegar

• 1 c. flour

• 3 tbsp. sugar

• 1 tsp. cinnamon (if you’re a fan of cinnamon feel free to add another 1/2 teaspoon)

• 1 tsp. baking powder

• 1/2 tsp. baking soda

• 1/2 tsp. salt

• 1 egg

• 2 tbsp. cooking oil

• 2 tbsp. butter

• 2 apples (peeled, cored, and diced)

• 2 tbsp. brown sugar

• 1/2 tsp. cinnamon

• 1/3 c. maple syrup

DIRECTIONS:

Preheat a large skillet to medium-high heat. Whisk together the milk and vinegar and let it rest for 5 minutes. Next mix together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl. Whisk the eggs and cooking oil into the milk and vinegar bowl, then add the two bowls together and stir until just combined(it should still have some lumps). Spray the skillet or griddle with cooking spray. Use a 1/4 cup measuring cup to pour batter into the skillet, leaving a couple inches between each pancake. Cook on the first side for about 2 minutes, or until bubbles form and the edges start to look dry. Flip the pancake and cook another 1-2 minutes on the other side. Repeat until the entire mixture has been cooked. Add apples sauteed in butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until apples are tender for extra flavor and presentation! Enjoy!

Homemade Cranberry Jam

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 c. sweetened, dried cranberries

• 4 oz. orange cold press juice

• 1/4 tsp. elderberry powder

• 1/4 tsp. cinnamon

DIRECTIONS:

Combine all ingredients into a blender or food processor. Blend for 30 seconds. Scrape down the sides of the blender, then blend for 30 more seconds. Place the jam in a sealed container and store in your fridge for up to 7 days. Enjoy this wholesome jam, packed with antioxidants on your favorite toast. Try it with walnuts and coconut chips for a simple and delicious breakfast! Pair with our organic, cold-pressed juice! CleanJuice.com

Creamy Blueberry Smoothie

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 c. frozen blueberries

• 1 c. frozen cauliflower

• 1 c. plain Greek yogurt

• 1 tbsp. chia seeds

• 1/2 banana

• 1/2 c. unsweetened almond milk

DIRECTIONS:

Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth. Pour into a glass and enjoy! EatingForHealing.org