Broccoli…

*Contains twice the Vitamin C of an orange
*Has almost as much calcium as whole milk and the calcium is better absorbed
*Contains selenium, a mineral that has been found to have anti-cancer and anti-viral properties
*Is a source of Vitamin A and alpha-tocopherol Vitamin E
*Has incredible antioxidant properties and boosts the immune system
*Good for pregnancy as it is filled with folic acid

Try these Mouth-Watering Broccoli Muffins:

Ingredients –

1 ¾ cup flour
1 cup oatmeal
¼ cup sugar
2 tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt
1 cup 2% milk
1/3 cup canola oil
1 lightly beaten egg
1 cup fresh chopped broccoli
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese

Preheat oven to 400
Line 12 muffin tins with decorative papers
Spray with non-stick cooking spray

Directions –

Mix together: flour, oatmeal, sugar, baking powder and salt
In a separate bowl mix milk, oil and egg
Add to dry ingredients.  Stir just to moisten.
Fold in broccoli and cheese
Spoon into lined muffin tins
Bake 18-20 minutes or until top springs back when lightly touched

Makes 1 dozen delicious muffins

Eat, enjoy and be healthy!




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