Michelle Darmody: Banana and pecan nut cookies — a healthier treat
Homemade low-calorie banana cookies with oatmeal and walnuts close-up on a slate board on the table. Horizontal top view from above
New Year, new you. We all tend to think anew about many things in life at this time of year. After the 2020 we have had I think this is ever more poignant heading into this fresh start. How we manage our health comes to the fore when we are battling through a pandemic. Baking and cooking at home can allow you to create healthy treats and dinners, but it can also be a relaxing and rewarding way to spend some time — for those that enjoy the process I guess. It is also an opportunity to support Irish food businesses by buying your ingredients locally from them.
These recipes are all veering towards the healthier side of baked treats, with less processed sugar and the addition of fruit and vegetables to provide some fibre and vitamins. A friend shared the banana and pecan nut cookieswith me over the holiday, they are really tasty and the addition of the mashed banana makes them nice and moist.
