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HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

A couple months ago my mucccccccccch older brother asked me to “define happiness.”  It was one of those moments.  DSC_0154_378

I quickly gave him a rundown of some things that make me happy…
   spending time with family & friends
tea & dessert
my BLOG!
traveling
cooking & baking
shopping
enjoying my love for designer bags
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And then he looked at me with dismay, almost as though he pitied me, because I hadn’t a clue.  I retaliated back saying, “whatever, I don’t need to justify myself, this is what makes me happy, and just because I don’t have kids doesn’t mean I don’t know what happiness means.  What’s on your list?”  DSC_0117_341
I waited for a smart ass reply… and he simply responded, “health.”  DSC_0127_351
Instantly I realized he was right, but unfortunately more often than not I take my health for granted, assuming it will always be perfect.  Sadly though, what it took was a recent tragic event that occurred in my family which brought me to the revelation that health IS happiness, yes indeed.  DSC_0147_371
Nowadays I am grateful for my health, more than ever, and I enjoy the other “some shallow” things on my list knowing that it could all end in a moment’s notice without my good health.  DSC_0137_361
So to all of you celebrating Thanksgiving this year, how about a toast to GOOD HEALTH, huh?  
Happy Thanksgiving!!!  May you all enjoy this holiday celebrating with family & friends and find something you are truly grateful for.  DSC_0141_365


NUTRITION: Whole Wheat Pastry Flour is a great source of Protein and Fiber.  Pumpkin is rich in Vitamin A and Fiber.  Milk is a very good source of Calcium and Vitamin D. It is also a good source of Protein, Vitamins A and K. 



These pancakes aren’t terribly unhealthy, however for a more healthier alternative swap out 1 tbsp of butter and susbtitute oil.  Additionally, skip adding butter on top, and drizzle very little maple syrup.    




INGREDIENTS (makes 6 to 7 pancakes):

  • Whole Wheat Pastry Flour – 1 1/4 cups
  • Baking Powder – 2 tsp
  • Cinnamon – 1 tsp
  • Nutmeg – 1/4 tsp
  • Ginger Powder – 1/8 tsp
  • Salt – 1/4 tsp
  • Egg – 1
  • Milk 2% Reduced Fat – 1 cup
  • Libby’s 100% Pure Pumpkin – 1/2 cup
  • Unsalted Butter (melted) – 1 tbsp  …for a healthier alternative, use Oil
  • Sugar in the Raw Brown Sugar – 1 1/2 tbsp
  • Pure Vanilla – 1/2 tsp
  • Pecans (for garnish)  (optional)
  • Unsalted Butter – 1/3 tbsp (on top)  (optional)
  • Pure Maple Syrup 100% – drizzle on top  (optional)



DIRECTIONS:

1. In a small bowl, combine the dry ingredients… flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger powder, and salt.  Stir and set aside.Aloo_Kati_Roll_138
2. In a separate bowl, add the wet ingredients… milk, pumpkin, vanilla, melted butter… and brown sugar.Aloo_Kati_Roll_139
3. Mix all the wet ingredients until well-incorporated.Aloo_Kati_Roll_143
4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet.  Aloo_Kati_Roll_146
5. Mix until combined, however DO NOT OVERMIX.Aloo_Kati_Roll_148
6. Heat a pan on low-medium heat.  Once hot, using a 1/4 cup measurement, drop the mixture onto a heated pan glazed with butter or oil.  Aloo_Kati_Roll_153
7. Cook for a couple minutes until golden brown, and then flip.Aloo_Kati_Roll_155
8. Top with 1/3 tbsp of butter and pecans.  Drizzle a little maple syrup.  Serve immediately. DSC_0173_397



Hi, I'm Nisha!

I'm a foodie who is passionate about healthy-ish living and mindful eating. You'll find a bit of everything here. I use mostly organic real ingredients and incorporate seasonal produce in my cooking. I believe food is medicine.


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