Protein-Packed Baked Oatmeal Oatmeal is a classic breakfast staple, but let’s be honest—it doesn’t always keep you full for long. Ever find yourself reaching for a snack an hour after having oatmeal for breakfast? That was me every time I made oatmeal. My grandpa used to set up his steel cut oats in a slow…
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Greek Yogurt and Berry Coffee Cake
Protein Coffee Cake I’ve posted this Greek Yogurt Coffee Cake recipe once already, but I had a glitch with my recipe software. It liked my Strawberry Protein Smoothie so much that it wanted every blog post to have it! Thank you to those of you who let me know. Decades ago, I worked as an…
Strawberry Protein Smoothie
A High-Protein Smoothie To Start Your Morning Right I’ve posted this strawberry smoothie recipe once already, but I had a glitch with my recipe software. Thank you to those of you who let me know. Here’s the updated version with nutritional info calculated. It’s Strawberry Protein Smoothie season around here. I start making smoothies regularly…
Super Bowl Menu 2024
If you plan to watch the Super Bowl, I have some menu ideas to share. A few of these items are on my regular rotation for Super Bowl and sports watching. You can find a previous Super Bowl menu post on my blog as well as a Super Bowl meal plan. This year, I’ll make…
Chia Seed Pudding
Chia Seed Pudding Last week was BUSY! I’m getting back in the groove after attending The Southern C in Sea Island, Georgia. My head is spinning and I’m not quite sure where to start with my catch-up process. But one thing I know that would help me out is quick on-the-go breakfasts. When you need…
Turkey and Wild Rice Soup
The Best Leftover Turkey Soup I had every intention of getting you this before Thanksgiving, but here we are! One of my favorite recipes from my cookbook is the Rotisserie Chicken Wild and Rice Soup (page 136). It comes together fast, it’s super flavorful and it’s just darn delicious. It dawned on me that you…
Hot Spiced Apple Cider
It’s that time of year! If it’s a cold and cozy afternoon, I love to simmer apple cider on the stove. I keep this alcohol-free so it works as an after-school warm up for kids. For a hot toddy later in the day, add an ounce or two of bourbon to your mug. When we…
Plan Ahead for a Less Stressful Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is about spending time with family and friends, recognizing what we’re grateful and thankful for and breaking bread with the people we love. It doesn’t need to be a complicated meal with too many components. And while it definitely is a special occasion (and my favorite dinner of the year!), the side dishes can be simple…
Sheet Pan Green Beans with Everything Bagel Seasoning
Everyone Wants an Easy Veggie Side We’ve got you covered! Three ingredients, no chopping, delicious flavor. You could even serve this on Thanksgiving if you need a vegetable side that doesn’t contain the Turkey Day trifecta of butter, cheese and a crispy topping. I prefer this with thin haricot vert, but it’s delicious with regular…
Banana Snacking Cake
A Favorite Banana “Bread” One of my favorite recipes from my cookbook is a buttermilk-banana quick bread I call Banana Snacking Cake. A quick bread is any bread recipe made without yeast. Typically, that’s recipes like banana bread or pumpkin bread made in a loaf pan. Snack cakes are usually lightly sweetened cakes without frosting….