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…
Breakfast and Brunch
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….
Protein Waffles
Crispy Protein Waffles The best part? These waffles are made in a blender, which means one bowl to clean. I’m keeping things brief today, but a few notes about ingredients: My waffle iron is one I’ve had for over 22 years, but I’d start with this inexpensive Cuisinart option if I didn’t already own one….
Mother’s Day Brunch Ideas
Mother’s Day Brunch Ideas Earlier this week, I was a guest on HoustonLife for a Mother’s Day brunch segment. Derrick Shore and I made the Greek Yogurt Coffee Cake from my cookbook and talked about homemade vanilla extract, mimosa bars (sparkling wine with a variety of juice add-ins), and generally treating mom to a morning…
Green Garden Smoothie
How to Make a Super Healthy Smoothie (With Garden Ingredients) This week, I was able to catch up with an old friend and mentor and make a delicious green garden smoothie at the same time. Nicole Burke, owner of Rooted Garden and Gardenary, joined me on Instagram Live to make her favorite smoothie. The best…
Almond, Chia and Cherry Muffins
Almond, Chia and Cherry Muffins Streusel topped cherry muffins are the summer treat you need in rotation. This was a recipe I posted on Instagram last summer and now that it’s cherry season, it’s time to fire it up again. Cherries are here and we’ve already eaten about three pounds worth at our house. Make…
Protein Pancakes
Brunch, But Make it Nutritious Fluffy protein pancakes, dripping with maple syrup. What could be a better welcome to the weekend? Gluten-free and dairy-free (if you don’t use butter to cook them off), these protein pancakes are full of whole foods ingredients you can feel good about. Made with whole grain oats that are finely…
Homemade Vanilla Almond Milk
Homemade Vanilla Almond Milk Homemade vanilla almond milk is about the only kind of almond milk I like. It’s not gummy and thick like most of the store bought varieties. And when it’s sweetened with dates and scented with real vanilla, it’s rich and delicious. Start with raw, unsalted almonds and soak them overnight (or…
10 Christmas Breakfast Ideas
10 Christmas Morning Breakfast Ideas Happy happy, everyone! Only two more sleeps until Christmas. And for all my friends celebrating Hanukkah or Kwanza, I hope you have a week filled with family, love and lots of good food! I’m sharing a few Christmas breakfast ideas in case you need inspiration. I’ve been to the grocery…
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins
Super Healthy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins It’s that time of year when I’m craving all the fall desserts: Pumpkin muffins, pumpkin bread, pumpkin pie, pumpkin cookies. So when a friend raved about Skinnytaste’s pumpkin muffins I had to look them up. I’m trying to steer clear of refined grains as much as possible (they make…