The Healthy Chef – Teresa Cutter

Salmon Burgers

The salmon burger is probably one of my favourite meals I love to make at home. Mainly because they are simple to prepare and can accompany a quick salad or steamed or roasted vegetables very quickly after I finish work.  I often serve them with oven roasted sweet potato or a salad made from shaved fennel, rocket, lemon and cold pressed olive oil. This purely delicious recipe is also featured in my 80/20 book. What’s great about them: Salmon is a great source of omega... Read More

Winter Warmers

Who Says comfort food can’t be healthy ? Cosy up to these great meals I designed for  this months Women’s Fitness Magazine and enjoy. CLICK ON THE IMAGE to take you to the full recipe PDF and be enticed by: Spaghetti + Meatballs Garden Vegetable Lasagne Almond Crusted Chicken Schnitzel and skinny mash Italian Vegetable Hot Pot Mushroom + Quinoa Risotto Apple Crumble and Custard  Read More

Join the Vitamix 7@7 GO-for-GREEN Breakfast Challenge

Re-claim breakfast and your health.  Take the 7@7 challenge and have a green smoothie with 7 fruit + veg for 7 days. Our busy lifestyles mean that breakfast is increasingly rushed.  According to the Vitamix 7@7 Breakfast Research 2013, almost 1 in 2 Australians get two or less serves of fruits and vegetables every day.  The answer? Re-claim breakfast, and our health, with the Vitamix 7@7 Go-for-Green Breakfast Challenge: at 7am every day, have a green smoothie with at least... Read More

Healthy Hot Chocolate (awesome recipe using my healthy chef chocolate WPI)

This time of year I start craving hot chocolate.  Something warm, sweet and nourishing that’s healthy and not going to start turning me into a marshmallow during winter. I thought I’d share a new hot chocolate recipe I developed for myself so that I could warm and nourish my body in front of a good DVD or episode of Revenge. For the original healthy hot chocolate recipe please click HERE as this recipe is only suitable for my healthy chef chocolate WPI or vanilla WPI... Read More

WINTER WELLNESS COMPETITION

There is something magical about training outdoors during the chilly months. The air’s a littler crisper, the water a little cooler and the sun a little lazier to rise…what a perfect recipe for invigoration! There’s a stillness that transcends as the colder months creep in, providing a wonderful platform for reflection and admiration of the beautiful world we share. Winter is the ideal time of year to focus on your personal goals and realign yourself with the ebbs and flows... Read More

Immune Boosting Green Smoothie

This time of year, when the weather get’s a little colder outside I make a conscious effort to up my intake of fresh fruit and vegetables that helps nourish my immue system and give my body the best chance to heal.  Over 70% of your immune system is in your gut and what you eat forms forms the foundation to your health. When I’m feeling run down my first plan of attack starts in the kitchen. I start to juice and blend fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs that provide me... Read More

Bubble + Squeak

I remember mum cooking bubble + squeak for all of us when we were kids. It was basically all the leftover veggies from the night before cooked up in a hot cast iron pan until lovely and golden with lots of crispy bits that tasted amazing.  Well I love to follow a little family tradition and often make bubble + squeak at home when I want some warm and healthy comfort food.  It’s not leftovers by any means, I make it from scratch 15 minutes from beginning to end,  cooked... Read More

WHITE SAUCE – 10 Ways

I remember making bucket loads of béchamel (white sauce) when I was working as a chef for a variety of dishes such as lasagne, vegetable bakes, fish pie, moussaka, cheese sauces and soufflé.  Typically the sauce was made by making a white roux (equal quantities of butter + flour gently cooked in a pot to a sandy texture) then pouring in hot milk whilst stirring to achieve a wonderful silky smooth white sauce.  The milk was often scented with aromatics such onion, clove and... Read More

Macadamia Nut Milk

Macadamia nut milk is a purely delicious creamy milk that requires no straining and takes about 30 seconds to make.  It’s a staple in the healthy chef househould and I love making mine scented with vanilla bean and a touch of cinnamon. Soak for easier blending and more bio-availability, which is great for sensitive digestive systems. Use as you would regular milk such as in your next power porridge, smoothie, custard or hot chocolate. What’s great about it: There... Read More

TEAM HEALTHY CHEF AT THE 2013 FITNESS EXPO

Thank you to everyone who popped by our Healthy Chef stand at the 2013 Australian Fitness and Health expo. It was the official launch of our Healthy Chef Natural Protein Supplements and Organic Superfood. I also shared some of my quick and easy recipes on the healthy eating stage – including macadamia nut milk, superfood smoothie, how to make the perfect kale salad and my awewome chocolate cake decorated with fresh raspberry.  It was an awesome 3 days and I’m so... Read More

AUSTRALIAN FITNESS + HEALTH EXPO

Healthy Chef will be at this year’s Australian Fitness Expo April 19 th – 21 st. We invite you to pop past, have a chat and try out our new protein range on STAND R 57.  I’ll also be cooking up some yummy recipes at the event such as my healthy chocolate cake, pumpkin bread and Superfood smoothies so make sure you pop past the healthy eating stage from 12 -1 pm every day of the expo. CLICK HERE to Check out this time table from the expo:  Read More

Power Porridge

  This is my all time favourite porridge that I enjoy most mornings when the weather is a little cold outside. It’s made from vanilla,  flaxseed, chia, fresh apple and a good dose of cinnamon that makes this morning ritual taste exactly like apple strudel.  Adding a little cinnamon has the power to help your body metabolize sugar and reduce insulin levels,  eating as little as 1/2  -  1 teaspoon of cinnamon a day is all you need to feel the benefits. Apple adds... Read More

Favourite Fish Recipes

Here are a few of my favourite fish recipes that I love to cook. Whether you’ve just caught your catch or selecting from the market, it’s important to handle your fish with care. Look for full bright eyes and red gills, the fish itself should smell fresh and clean.  When preparing, it’s important to avoid overcooking. Poaching is one of my favourite ways to cook fish. I love it because it’s such a clean and unadulterated way of cooking.  The integrity is not lost when... Read More

THE FAST + FURIOUS

Barely got time to open the fridge ? Well here are some of my favourite FAST + FURIOUS recipes that are in this months issue of Women’s Fitness magazine that take less then 15 minutes to make. I’ll also be creating these yummy delights and more at the April Fitness + Health Expo (fitnessexpo.com.au), from April 19th – 21 in Sydney.  Click on the image to take you to my recipes.  Stay Heatlhy  T:) x  Read More

Walnut Milk

I’m in love with walnuts at the moment and  love to blend them with filtered water and vanilla bean to make the most delicious omega 3 rich walnut milk. Nut and seed milks are a delicious lactose free alternative to traditional dairy. They can be incorporated into cholesterol lowering diets and provide your body with essential minerals and healthy fats to nourish the body. I’m not really into buying store bought nut milks as most of the time they are loaded up with... Read More

Hot Cross Buns

Now is the perfect time for making these delicious hot cross buns made from wholemeal spelt, oats, muscatel, honey, cinnamon and vanilla. This is not the light fluff style of hot cross bun you may be used to in the supermarkets made from white flour and refined sugar. My version is full of fibre and the oats give it a wonderful chewy density that marries perfectly with the cinnamon and vanilla.  I’ve used large muscatel raisins in this recipe, but they are also delicious... Read More

Blueberry Pie Smoothie

  I make my blueberry pie smoothie as a quick breakfast or at times blend it up as a night time snack to help satisfy my sweet tooth.  My freezer is always full with frozen blueberries and at times I’ll add a chopped frozen banana for extra creaminess and sustenance. What’s good about it: This smoothie is high in protein, antioxidants, folate, minerals and fibre to support a healthy metabolism. Studies show the blueberries contain antioxidants called polyphenols... Read More

MEN’S FITNESS 7 DAY MENU PLAN

Take a look at my cool 7 Day menu plan in this month’s issue of Men’s Fitness Magazine. If your goal this year is to lose kilos and eat more healthily, this 7-day meal plan from Teresa Cutter — “the healthy chef” — is a winning start.    Read More

WHY I DIDN’T WANT THESE INGREDIENTS IN MY PROTEIN SUPPLEMENT

Everything I tried was full of junk and cheap fillers that caused bloating and weight gain, the total opposite of what I wanted, so I was compelled to create a protein supplement that really was good for me and provided the perfect nutritional support I needed. Healthy Chef Protein is specifically designed to be the purest, bio-available source of protein that does not cause bloating or gastro-intestinal issues. It is low in fat, low in carbohydrates, high in protein and... Read More

Refried Black beans

Our lifestyle can be pretty hectic these days and the oft-delivered excuse for people not cooking or eating right is a lack of time. Well, that won’t wash anymore. The healthiest recipes are often the quickest to make.  When I’m time poor nothing goes past my version of refried black beans scented with a little chilli, cumin, coriander and smokey paprika then topped with tender chunks of avocado and a squeeze of lime. What’s good about it: This is healthy fast... Read More

Ricotta Pancakes

I remember making my first pancake when I was 10 years old.  It was a Richard Simmons recipe from his TV show at the time and was made from rolled oats, egg whites, milk and vanilla.  I’ve been making pancakes ever since – using different flours, seeds and nut meals to create the most amazing flavour combinations. I love folding in pillows of soft creamy ricotta or other variants like smashed banana that add another dimension of flavour and texture. A touch of cinnamon... Read More

WHAT TO EAT BEFORE + AFTER EXERCISE

When I was working as a personal trainer, not a week went by when I used to see people virtually collapsing on the floor half way during their workout and not being able to complete their full session, due to not fuelling their body correctly and running out of puff.  Whether you are exercising just for general health, fat loss or an athlete in competition, the nutritional strategy you put in place before and after training can enhance performance and reduce fatigue and dehydration... Read More

Green Pea Fritters

This is a wonderful meal you can whip up in around 10 minutes. What I love about these delicious green pea fritters is that you can also take any leftovers to work the next day and enjoy them cold or warm with a side salad of leafy greens, a squeeze of lemon and cold pressed olive oil. What’s good about them: Green peas are loaded with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory nutrients. They are a great source of Vitamin A, K + folate,  fibre and packed with protein as well... Read More

Summer Muesli

This time of year my body craves fresh summer fruits to get me started for the day. I love the delicate sweet aroma of white peach that marries perfectly with summer passionfruit and raspberry.  Adding seeds and nuts such as LSA, chia and roasted almond add crunch and sustainance until lunch time, whilst creamy thick yoghurt smooths out the flavours and carries them perfectly into my mouth. Any leftovers are easily thrown into my Vitamix and blended with vanilla until thick... Read More

Banana Bread (gluten free)

  There is something magical and comforting about banana bread served lightly warm and toasted. This is my gluten free version ( a recipe from my 80/20 book also available on iTunes as an ebook).  It’s yummy on it’s own or topped with a little ricotta + honey. What’s good about it: Bananas are a terrific energy food and a great source of potassium, an essential mineral for maintaining normal blood pressure and heart function.They add moisture and sweetness... Read More

GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR PROTEIN

Each week I receive a lot of emails asking for different ways to incorporate protein supplements into a healthy diet. A quality protein drink made from natural ingredients can replace a meal or snack. It helps curb sweet cravings and can help support the body’s metabolism. Not all protein shakes are created equal. Become a label reader and look for powders that are natural and not artificially sweetened or full of fillers.  ” See PDF “ SPORTS NUTRITION In... Read More

Healthy Lamingtons

Over the past few weeks I’ve been mixing and baking in my kitchen in an effort to create the perfect lamington just in time for Australia Day.  You will absolutely love my recipe – so simple, gluten free and made from fresh whipped organic eggs, coconut flour, vanilla and raspberry that make them purely delicious.  I’ve coated my lamingtons with a thin layer of dark chocolate ganache that I’ve made using a quality dark courveture 70 – 85 % mixed... Read More

7 WAYS TO LOSE WEIGHT

Here’s my latest article for fitness first magazine and a few weight loss tips from my new book 101 ways to lose weight. Click on the image to read all about it.  Read More

PRIMAL CLEAN LIVING

My first experience with the Palaeolithic Diet or what’s also known as the  primal or Paleo Diet was about 20 years ago when I started competing in fitness figure competitions. I was working as a chef at the time and needed to lean up and get down to about 16% body fat in order for me to compete for my first competition. My trainer told me to cut out all processed foods (basically anything in a can, jar or packet) as well as grains, which included foods such as bread, pasta,... Read More

BUILD THE PERFECT SANDWICH

The secret to preparing a healthy sandwich comes down to some basic strategic planning.  All chefs do it in restaurants when they need to prepare for service, and it’s no different when you’re preparing food for yourself or for your kids at home. Set out a basic menu plan at the start of the week, knowing pretty much what you’ll be eating for most meals is the key. Try and keep it fresh and always include quality protein and plenty of vegetables as this forms the base... Read More

HEALTHY BITES

I’m really excited to be writing for the new Peter McInnes Magazine called FLAVOUR.  Here are some of my delicious summer recipes from the summer edition. Click on the image above and enjoy…Tx  Read More

Green Garden Salad

This is one of my favourite summer salads of the moment.  I love the fact that it can be eaten both raw or lightly blanched for 15 seconds to still keep it crisp and delicious.  Another great thing about it is that it keeps really well, so perfect to pack into a lunch box if you have any leftovers at dinner.  I’ve topped mine with a little Persian feta then scented with a simple lemon vinaigrette made from cold pressed olive oil, lemon juice + black pepper.  Perfect... Read More

Strawberries and Cream smoothie

Smoothies make a terrific quick breakfast or meal replacement any time of day. This is one of my favorite breakfast smoothies and it contains  antioxidants and protein to  nourish and support your immune system as well as keep me full all morning. SMOOTHIE BOOSTERS: OMEGA 3 Essential in your diet and will support your health in every way such as reduce inflammation, nourish the brain, help with fat loss and protect the heart. Add 1 teaspoon flaxseed, chia, walnut or their... Read More

Apricot Chicken

One of my favourite meals when growing up was apricot chicken.  Mum used to make it by simmering lean chicken thighs with tinned apricot nectar and a packet of french onion soup.  I was inspired to reinvent this traditional recipe when I spotted fresh sun-ripened apricots at my local grocer. In place of the tinned apricot nectar, I’ve used fresh apricots that have been blitzed in my Vitamix. The packet soup has been swapped to my home made chicken stock. I’ve used... Read More

PURE PROTEIN – ALL NATURAL + DELICIOUS

“I’ve designed my range of Organic Pea Protein & Pure Native WPI to be the purest form of protein supplement available on the market. Everything I tried was full of junk and cheap fillers that caused bloating and weight gain, the total opposite of what I wanted, so I was compelled to create a protein supplement that really was good for me and provided the perfect nutritional support I needed”. Teresa Cutter Check out our PROTEIN CALCULATOR to see how much you need... Read More

NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION COMPETITION – Congratulations Jessica Sharratt !

I am very pleased to announce the winner of my NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION COMPETITION. Congratulations JESSICA SHARRATT from Ultimo in Sydney.  You are the lucky winner of the ultimate prize pack that will keep you fit healthy and strong. The prize includes the awesome Vitamix Total Nutrition Center + Healthy Chef Pure Protein 6 Pack + my 101 ways to lose weight book for inspiration. Jessica’s 25 words: “I have control over what fuels my body and my body is a passive... Read More

Blackbean + Sweetcorn Salad

Over the past month, I’ve been a little obsessed with black beans, so I’ve decided to make my purely delicious black bean and sweet corn salad as part of our Christmas feast.  What I love about this salad is that it basically makes a complete meal on it’s own, so perfect if you have any vegetarians in the family.  I also love the fact that this salad holds well and can be made into healthy nachos just by heating up with some crushed tomato and a little cumin... Read More

Roast Chicken with Pear, Pistachio + Cranberry Stuffing

Roasted chicken was always part of my Christmas meal when I was growing up.  I try to continue the family tradition with this simple farm style meal that my great Aunt used to prepare every year. The chicken was free range and raised in her back yard on grass and vegetable scraps from the garden. The stuffing was made with pear, pistachio and cranberry or at other times apple, prunes and hazelnut. What I love is that the stuffing  is so moist and full of great tasty flavours... Read More

Christmas Pudding – My Healthy Chef Secret Recipe

Christmas isn’t Christmas without a traditional pudding.  I love the fragrant aroma of cinnamon, vanilla, orange and nutmeg infused into plump sun-dried fruits then finished off with a home made proper egg custard poured over the top.  This is a recipe I designed especially for YOU !  It features in the December issue of Women’s Fitness Magazine  and  it needed to fit into the healthy chef philosophy and be Purely Delicious ! For those who prefer a more traditional... Read More

IT’S HERE ! OUR ORGANIC PEA PROTEIN HAS ARRIVED

Our Healthy Chef Organic Pea Protein has arrived.  It complements our Pure Native WPI perfectly and is a pure + natural vegetable source of complete protein that can supplement your healthy diet. Thank you to everyone who has been patient and pre-ordered over the last week – your protein will be sent out straight away.! I absolutely love this Protein !  It hits all the marks of what I love in a protein supplement  - like being all natural, organic, low in carbs, high... Read More

Berry Crumble

When I cook I try to make fresh fruit and veg the main component of each meal and to celebrate Christmas there is nothing I love more then making healthier desserts, puddings and cakes that everyone can enjoy.  I love making my lush berry crumble as the finale to a meal. It takes minutes to prepare and it can be served warm or cold with proper custard, thick natural yoghurt, or a light drizzle of coconut cream. I like to vary my crumble topping to vary the  final flavour and... Read More

Gingerbread Men

When I was working as a pastry chef, making gingerbread was part of our weekly production schedule.  We used to make the most amazing gingerbread houses glued together with chocolate or royal icing.  They were so big that you could almost walk through one of the doors and sit down inside them.  The cookie dough was pretty durable so it could hold up for about 4 weeks before the walls started caving in and it was made from a base of white flour, butter, eggs. spices and sugar. These... Read More

Healthy Chef Garden Salad with Figs + Pomegranate

I always try and enjoy one big salad every day.  I use whatever fresh greens are in season at the time and I like to vary the leaf variety to get a combination of flavours that just sing in your mouth when you eat it.  For this salad, I’ve used a delicate micro-green salad mix, which are a combination of baby lettuce and herbs that are harvested when they are very young. They add an amazing flavor and marry perfectly with baby spinach, ripe figs and delicate jewels of pomegranate.... Read More

FREE SMOOTHIE E-BOOKS

To coincide with my NEW Healthy Chef Pure Protein range I’ve designed 3 purely delicious smoothie eBooks that you can down load for FREE! The books are specifically crafted to match your lifestyle and there are 3 delicious books to choose from that include WELLBEING, SPORTS NUTRITION + WEIGHT LOSS. We’ve been overwhelmed by the huge response to my new protein range and I hope these books provide a little inspiration on how to make the most out of your protein shakes. ... Read More

Healthy Christmas Cake

There is nothing more satisfying than baking your own cakes, puddings and biscuits for Christmas.  Around this time of year I’m in my kitchen a little bit more than usual baking cakes and cookies and packaging them up as presents for friends and family.  This is an extremely delicious and simple Christmas cake to make. It’s a part of my great Aunty’s recipe file along with other yummy healthy treats. This is a dense and moist fruit cake with a high ratio of fruit,... Read More

Soft Shell Fish Tacos

Around this time of year I start thinking of outdoor  BBQ’s and some healthy entertaining. For me personally, Mexican food is about subtle, fragrant, fresh  flavours with distinctive aromas and the use of fresh ingredients and  flavors that are bursting with goodness. I regularly make my soft shell tacos and what I love to do is just to keep it simple, arranging all the fresh ingredients in the middle of the table so that my friends can make up their own healthy taco.... Read More

Granola

There is nothing more delicious and more rewarding than making your own crunchy granola. Here’s an adaption from my crunchy muesli recipe from my 80/20 diet book.  I often make up a few batches over a weekend to enjoy with fresh berries and lush natural yoghurt or over my  Acai smoothie bowl.  What I love about this recipe is that it is really easy to make plus it has no added oils in the cooking process like many  store bought versions. The secret to making it lies... Read More

101 Ways To Lose Weight – NEW BOOK

Check out my NEW BOOK. ! 101 Ways to Lose Weight is a book that will inspire you to improve your health and wellbeing through the food that you eat and the choices you make. This pocket size handbook condenses the most important facts about food and nutrition and shows you how to lose weight by making positive diet and lifestyle changes that will keep you lean and healthy for the rest of your life! With it’s easy-to-use format and balanced approach to health and weight-loss,... Read More