Breakfast
Blueberry Crumble Muffins
It’s officially a new year, and many of us are looking for ways to become healthier in 2020 – that’s great! There are endless articles and blogs out there about making changes in your diet and lifestyle, many of them contradictory, which can cause confusion and frustration on what choices to make. And the truth…
Read MoreSweet Potato Waffles
I am a huge breakfast fan, and while I’m normally on team savory, once in awhile I enjoy something like these sweet potato waffles that are a hint sweet. I especially enjoy that these sweet potato waffles are packed with fiber and vitamins A and C from the sweet potato, and also get a boost…
Read MoreCinnamon Pumpkin Muffins
Let’s get right down to it today. It seems like we skipped fall and went right to winter in the Midwest, but I’m making a point not to skip over all of the delicious fall foods, like these Cinnamon Pumpkin Muffins. They’re tender, soft and flavorful, and you’ll be surprised to know they are lower…
Read MoreCinnamon Nut Granola
My very favorite breakfast items are those that can be prepped ahead, are quick to reheat or don’t require any cooking the morning of, fill me up for a few hours and provide nourishment. Luckily, my homemade cinnamon nut granola checks all of the boxes. It takes less than 5 minutes to mix together the…
Read MoreMediterranean Breakfast Scramble
Sometimes it’s difficult to get veggies in with breakfast. I like to add them to omelets, egg scrambles, egg bakes and egg muffins to be sure I get enough. And they pair so well with eggs that it’s really not too much of a struggle! Some of my favorite veggies to add to eggs include…
Read MoreMaple Berry Oatmeal
It’s officially back-to-school season. How did that happen so quickly?! I’m looking for ways to make breakfast easy and fast every morning. Sometimes I go for a smoothie or I make egg cups with veggies, a breakfast casserole or make-ahead breakfast sandwiches. And sometimes I go for overnight oats, and other times, especially as it gets cooler,…
Read MoreGreek Yogurt Berry Pancakes
I love a fluffy stack of pancakes for breakfast. But what I don’t love is the feeling of overloading on simple carbohydrates, so I developed a fabulous pancake recipe with whole grain flour, old-fashioned oats, Greek yogurt and berries, making it higher fiber AND higher protein. But what I didn’t sacrifice is the taste and…
Read MoreMango Green Smoothie
It’s unofficially summer and sometimes when it’s hot outside, you just want something cold and refreshing for breakfast. That’s where this Mango Green Smoothie comes in! It has all of the makings of a balanced breakfast swirled into a cool, rich on-the-go beverage that is anything but boring. It’s made with mango, banana, spinach or…
Read MoreVeggie-Loaded Breakfast Casserole
I’m back with another breakfast recipe! This one is packed with protein and veggies, making it the perfect start to a busy day! My recipe calls for spinach, bell peppers and broccoli, but the cool thing is you can use whatever combination of vegetables you want. You can also add turkey or chicken sausage for…
Read MoreVanilla Chai Overnight Oats
Mornings can be hectic and chaotic, and it can be difficult to find time to plan for breakfast. Personally, I find it helpful to have a few breakfast items prepped so I can grab them on my way out the door. Things like breakfast sandwiches, egg muffins, protein bars, and fruit and yogurt can be…
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