Serves 4 Ingredients ½ cup hummus, premade or homemade 1 large ripe avocado, pitted, sliced 1 large tomato, sliced thin 8 large eggs 4 slices whole grain bread Directions Fill a small pot or sauce pan with cool water, then add eggs. Bring eggs to a full boil, then reduce to a simmer. Simmer eggs […]
Breakfast
Breakfast
Rev Up Energy Smoothie
Serves 2 Ingredients 1 banana, frozen 1/2 cup frozen strawberries 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt 1 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons ground flax seeds 1/2 cup kale, chopped, packed 1/4 cup cucumbers chopped 1/4 cup water Instructions Combine all ingredients in blender until smooth.
Berry Ginger Oat Smoothie
Serves 2 Ingredients: 1/2 cup prepared oatmeal (cooked and cold) 1/2 cup plain yogurt or full fat coconut milk for a dairy free option 1 teaspoon grated, peeled fresh ginger 3 cups frozen berries, a mixture is fine 2 teaspoons honey 1/2 cup cold water Directions: Place ingredients in a blender, process until smooth and […]
Mini Parmesan Kale Quiche
Makes 12 mini-quiches Ingredients: 1 bunch (about 6 cups) kale, ribs removed and thinly sliced 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 6 large eggs, lightly beaten 1/4 cup (about 1 large) shallot, finely chopped 2 tablespoons garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning 1/4 teaspoon pepper Parmesan cheese for garnish on top […]
Layered Fruit Bowl
Layered Fruit Bowl Serves many Ingredients: Watermelon, balled Blueberries, washed Strawberries, washed, stems removed, cut in half Golden kiwi for garnish Star fruit for garnish Directions Use a glass bowl and alternate layers of water melon, blueberries, strawberries. Repeat process as desired, then garnish with kiwi and star fruit.
Italian Breakfast Boat
Great presentation appeal, wow. Add fresh herbs like basil, thyme or get rich with caramelized onions mixed in. Enjoy! Serves 8 Ingredients: 1 loaf hard crusted artisian bread 1 pound italian sausage, cooked, cooled, cut into bite size pieces 10 eggs, whisked 3/4 cup milk 1 cup mozzarella cheese, grated 3 green onions, sliced entire green […]
Scrambled eggs with caramelized mushrooms
Scrambled Eggs with Caramelized Mushrooms Serves 2 Ingredients 1 Tbsp Butter or olive oil 2 cups Mushrooms, washed, sliced 1/2 tsp Balsamic vinegar 1 Tbsp Fresh Parsley 1 Garlic clove, minced 2 dash Salt 2 dash Black pepper 4 Eggs, scrambled in a bowl Directions: 1. Heat non-stick (or use your favorite egg pan […]
Q&A: Why is the School Starving my Kid?
There's been so much conversation and controversy about the USDA regulations and school lunch, I thought I would chime in to answer the following question I've heard a lot: Why is the school starving my kid? Before parents go on a tirade (which a lot have been, just read the news and […]
Nutty Breakfast Cookie
These can be a great start to your morning or a great delicious and nutritous snack. Try switching apples for pears, and pistachios/cashews for walnuts if desired. Serves 12 Preparation Time: 35 Minutes Ingredients: 2 large eggs 1 tsp. vanilla extract ½ cup honey 2 Tbsp. olive oil ¼ cup pistachios, chopped ¼ […]
Oatmeal Pancakes
Serves 4-6 Preparation Time: 30 Minutes Ingredients: 1/2 cup whole-wheat flour ¼ cup rolled oats ⅓ cup dried fruit, (apples, apricots, craisins for example) chopped – optional 1 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. salt 1 egg ½ cup milk 1½ cups cooked oatmeal 1 Tbsp. […]
