Courses Archives: Breakfast

Clean Eating Spinach and Bell Pepper Breakfast Casserole

Spinach and Red Pepper Healthy Breakfast casserole

When it comes to breakfast, I rely on a multitude of mix-and-match quick-fix basics, including hard-boiled eggs, fruit, oatmeal, smoothies, yogurt, toast, frozen waffles, or perhaps even one of my make-ahead breakfast cookies. But for holidays,…

Posted in Recipes | Tagged | 2 Comments

Overnight Slow Cooker Steel-Cut Oats with Raisins and My New Year’s Resolutions

Overnight slow cooker steel-cut oats with California raisinsHappy New Year, my friends! I’m sure many of you have grand plans to eat healthier and stay fit during 2013. Starting the day with a satisfying, nutritious breakfast to stay fueled all morning long will also help you resist…

Posted in Recipes | Tagged | Leave a comment

Recipe: Whole-Grain Sweet Potato Waffles with Orange and Cinnamon

Whole-Grain Sweet Potato Waffles with Orange and Cinnamon

This is a time of year that I surely want to get my fill of all the produce the season has to offer, and sweet potatoes are very high on my list. My friend Kim prepared the…

Posted in Recipes, Uncategorized | Tagged , | 1 Comment

Baked Mini Frittatas with Goat Cheese, Spinach & Sundried Tomatoes

Baked Mini Frittatas with Goat Cheese, Spinach & Sundried Tomatoes

In cooler weather, a hot breakfast is a welcome way to start the day, and this recipe makes it possible–even for busy weekdays. Prepare this recipe on Sunday and these hot and steamy mini frittatas

Posted in Recipes, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

Recipe: Mango & Date Parfaits with Cardamom Greek Yogurt

Recipe: Mango & Date Parfaits with Cardamom Honey Greek Yogurt

I recently hosted a Moroccan themed baby shower and created this spiced yogurt to accompany fruit skewers. My sister is still talking about “that yogurt” and begging for the recipe, so I decided…

Posted in Recipes | Tagged , | 1 Comment

Recipe: Sneaky Greens & Berry Smoothie with Ginger

Sneaky Greens Berry SmoothieExcept for a few sometimes used in egg dishes, vegetables aren’t common in the typical American breakfast. With purple blackberries obscuring the green hue of the spinach, even vegetable haters won’t notice that this smoothie offers one full serving of vegetables. Get…

Posted in Recipes | Tagged , , , | 2 Comments

Whole-Grain Pancakes Recipe with Caramelized Bananas

Whole-Grain Pancakes Recipe with Caramelized Bananas Jack of all trades, master of nothing. That is how I feel about most all-purpose baking mixes. Use them to produce pancakes with additives? I don’t think so. And, how “Posted in Recipes | Tagged , | 2 Comments

Mango Smoothie Recipe

Looking for a delicious and easy way to incorporate fruit into your day? This recipe provides a time-saving and money-saving way to enjoy a smoothie beverage!

Makes approximately 20 ounces (570 ml) - 2 to 3 servings (about 6 ounces, or…

Posted in Recipes, Uncategorized | Tagged , | Leave a comment

Asparagus & Leek Quiche with Gruyere Cheese Recipe

Whole milk and cornstarch replace the traditional half and half creamer, resulting in a lighter, custardy quiche. Corn oil replaces the butter in the crust. Leeks, asparagus, and tomatoes make this the perfect main dish for Easter brunch, Mother’s Day…

Posted in Recipes | Tagged , , | 2 Comments

Mini Spinach Quiches Recipe

Prep time: 15 minutes

Cook time: 30 minutes

Makes: 12 servings

 

1 ½ c. ready to use frozen shredded breakfast potatoes, thawed

1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed,…

Posted in Recipes | Leave a comment