Banana bread is a popular dessert in many parts of the world, but today we give you a recipe for a Jamaican styled Banana Bread that you will love ;). Check out the recipe below. Ingredients: Serving size: 6 people 1/3 cup Margarine 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 medium egg 1 teaspoon vanilla essence 2 large ripe bananas, mashed 2 cups cake and pastry flour 2 teaspoon baking powder … Continue reading Jamaican Recipe of the day: Jamaican Banana Bread
The Art of Mindful Eating: How to Improve Your Relationship with Food by Denise N. Fyffe Mindful eating is the practice of paying attention to your food and your body while eating. It involves being present in the moment, fully experiencing the flavors and textures of your food, and listening to your body's hunger and fullness … Continue reading The Art of Mindful Eating: How to Improve Your Relationship with Food
Now, this is considered a staple in Jamaican homes. It is mainly prepared for breakfast, but it can also be served any time of the day. Enjoy this week's Jamaican Recipe of the Day, Johnny cakes or as you might know it, fry dumpling. Jamaican Recipe of the Day: Johnny Cakes (Fry Dumplings) Ingredients: 2 cups … Continue reading Jamaican Recipe of the Day: Johnny Cakes (Fry Dumplings)
Superfoods: How to Incorporate Nutrient-Packed Foods into Your Diet by Denise N. Fyffe Superfoods are nutrient-dense foods that can provide a wide range of health benefits. Incorporating these foods into your diet can help you achieve optimal health and well-being. In this article, we'll explore some of the most popular superfoods and provide tips for incorporating … Continue reading Superfoods: How to Incorporate Nutrient-Packed Foods into Your Diet
Here is the recipe for one of Jamaica’s favorite and most delectable cakes, The Jamaican Black Forest Cake. This dessert will surely have you licking all ten fingers and asking for a second, third or fourth serving. Enjoy learning how to bake your own Jamaican Black Forest Cake. Jamaican Recipe of the Day: Succulent Jamaican Black … Continue reading Jamaican Recipe of the Day: Succulent Jamaican Black Forest Cake
Meal Planning Made Easy: Tips and Tricks for a Healthy and Budget-Friendly Diet by Denise N. Fyffe Meal planning can seem overwhelming at first, but it's a crucial part of maintaining a healthy and budget-friendly diet. In this article, we'll share tips and tricks for meal planning that can make it easy and enjoyable. Benefits of … Continue reading Meal Planning Made Easy: Tips and Tricks for a Healthy and Budget-Friendly Diet
How to make Jamaican Banana Fritters like Jamaicans
Prep Time: 7 mins
Cook Time: 12-18 minutes Makes 9 frittersBanana Fritters Ingredients
* 2 very ripe bananas * ½ cup of flour, sifted * ½ tbsp vanilla * ½ tsp baking powder * 1 egg, beaten * 1.5 tbsp sugar * 2 pinches salt * ½ tsp cinnamon * ¼ cup milk * Sprinkle of nutmeg (optional)How to Make Banana Fritters
TIP: Serve at room temperature. Great snack! Live, Love, Eat!
- Crush bananas and combine with all the ingredients except flour and baking powder.
- Sift flour and baking powder into the mixture and mix evenly.
- Spoon mixture into greased pan over medium heat and cook on each side for 2-3 minutes.
- Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar (1/2 tsp cinnamon and 1 tsp sugar)
*****
About the writer:
Poetess Denise N. Fyffe is a published author of over 30 books, for more than eight years and enjoys volunteering as a Counselor.Check out her book Treasures of Jamaica
This book shares tasty cuisine and recipes from Jamaica; from fried dumplings to ackee and saltfish, and stewed fish to oxtails and butter beans. Jamaican food is exceptionally important in Jamaican culture because it brings people together. We enjoy sharing our delicious food with family or friends, as we consume delicious pieces steeped in succulent spices and ingredients, and live life.
Available at all online book retailers and Amazon.com.
At Miss Universe one of the questions for our online videos was, if you were a food what would it be? I answered that I would be a banana because it is versatile, in Jamaica we eat it green and we also eat it ripe; I believe, like the banana, I have something for everyone. People probably doubted my belief in the versatility of the banana. Now whilst I was impressed with my on the spot answer, I really love the flexibility of this fruit. In addition to it being long, firm, curved and full of energy – get your mind out of the gutter! Lol – you can do something with it in all its stages.
Although you can boil green banana to go with your main meals, use a ripe but firm banana in your smoothies or add them to your cereal, I am going to focus on the…
View original post 501 more words
The Ultimate Guide to a Balanced Diet: Why It's Important and How to Achieve It by Denise N. Fyffe Eating a balanced diet is crucial for optimal health and well-being. However, with so much conflicting information out there, it can be challenging to know what a balanced diet really means. In this article, we'll explore the … Continue reading The Ultimate Guide to a Balanced Diet: Why It’s Important and How to Achieve It
Many chefs, aspiring restaurateurs, and food connoisseurs aspire to open their restaurants one day. But where should you begin? Launching your very first restaurant business can seem daunting, from creating the concept and menu to selecting staff members, obtaining permits, and finding an ideal location. But it doesn't have to be that way! No matter … Continue reading Top 8 Tips to Open Your Own Restaurant
People have always had a problem with their weight and many turn to diet programs and nutrition plans for help. With our nation having the most obese people in any given time, it is essential that we find workable methods to curb this epidemic. It is important that we make the right decision about food … Continue reading How to Choose a Healthy Weight Loss Program
Jamaica Pen Publishers 