We officially hit summer here. And by that, I mean it is HOT! Thankfully, a couple splash pads and our HOA pool have opened. But I still feel hot most of the day. I try to exercise first thing in the morning. First, it just gets it out of the way and starts my day… Continue reading Orange Power Smoothie
Tomorrow is Valentine's Day, a day full of romance. Valentine's Day food is generally fairly decadent - chocolate, candlelit steak dinners, cheesy pastas, etc. But you can always show someone you love them with a healthier option. Homemade breakfast feels fancy for a weekday, especially breakfast in bed. This apple almond butter French toast is… Continue reading Apple Almond Butter French Toast
Happy Hump Day! Wednesday at our house is breakfast for dinner night. I love this tradition for several reasons. First, I don't have to think about it too much when I'm meal planning. It's set. Second, most of the time we use staples I already buy or leftovers to supplement our meal here, so I… Continue reading Shakshuka
Starting about a year ago, I finally joined the breakfast smoothie band wagon. I would make them off and on before that. But I wasn't a huge fan. I always felt hungry soon after or wanted more food. Something finally clicked with me though, and I've loved them. I think it helps that I can… Continue reading Pear Cinnamon Smoothie
Hi friends! With back to school time, we are all trying to get into good routines in the morning. There's plenty of information out there showing that a good breakfast helps kids at school. But getting that good breakfast in before school can be tricky. Recently, I heard about these Quaker Overnight Oats cups. They… Continue reading Product Review: Quaker Overnight Oats
What is your opinion on hard-boiled eggs? Growing up, I never cared for them much. In college, I rediscovered them somehow and was hooked. My husband won't touch them. My kids were mildly interested when we were dyeing our Easter eggs, but quickly lost interest. If you are in the positive camp but are looking… Continue reading Salsa and Egg Avocado Toast
Eating breakfast is a common resolution people make when trying to eat healthier. For most of us, it is a good idea. Skipping breakfast can lead to overeating later in the day as we get overly hungry. It helps wake us up and give us energy we need for the day to get going. The… Continue reading Apple Tahini Toast
How are your health resolutions going? Are you going strong or have you fallen off the bandwagon already? No shame either way. I've met some of my goals, slipped at others. Here's the thing I think most people forget: it is a goal for ALL of 2018. So if it takes until December 31 to… Continue reading Slow Cooker Overnight Oatmeal
Who has eaten dessert for breakfast? Cake, cookies, pie? I certainly have. Apple crisp is my personal favorite, because it is the easiest to "justify" - it's just fruit with "granola" on top, right. We've all been there (I think). It reminds me of this Bill Cosby skit about chocolate cake. Well, this smoothie is… Continue reading Chocolate Raspberry Smoothie
Sorry I've been MIA for a couple months. I've had several projects taking up my time, including a nutrition project I'm hoping to share with you all very soon. Whenever I think about frittatas, I picture Harrison Ford in the movie Morning Glory. If you haven't seen it, he plays a crusty old man who… Continue reading Asparagus, Red Pepper, and Goat Cheese Frittata
