Since starting on my plant-based journey (though my husband is still low carb dieting), I have struggled with eating oatmeal for breakfast. “It’s so good for you,” I’d lament to myself. But after a couple of days, I could no longer stomach the soggy texture, no matter how I dressed it up with fruit, maple …
Breakfast
You know those days when you’re just craving something warm and comforting for breakfast? When you think “forget healthy, I just want something yummy”… this Instant Pot French Toast Casserole is it. It’s like banana bread, but a little richer and more decadent… but not quite a dessert. Does that make sense? If it sounds …
There’s no secret that I love a good smoothie. Smoothies are my favorite breakfast because they’re quick, easy, tasty, and you can take them on the go. But sometimes I don’t want to drink my breakfast, but I still want that fruity, healthy feel that I get from my favorite drinks. So instead, I make …
Looking for low carb option for your family’s Saturday morning pancake breakfast? This recipe is light, very similar in texture to flour pancakes and freezes wonderfully. If you have family members who are resistant to the low carb lifestyle, these pancakes will convert them! While this is just a basic recipe for low carb pancakes, …
This festive breakfast (or dessert) is packed with seasonal flavor and topped with granola or muesli for added texture. It’s the perfect way to use up leftover homemade cranberry sauce! Cranberries just don’t get the credit they deserve. Many of us pull them out for Thanksgiving and Christmas because, well, you can’t have a turkey …
Cinnamon fruit biscuits are an easy breakfast to make for your family when you are short on time. I don’t know about you, but I am not much of a morning person. I love finding recipe that I can put on the table in about 30 minutes. I really don’t want to wake up at …
You woke up a few minutes late, you’re starving, but you don’t have a lot of time for breakfast. And when you’re low carbing, grabbing something through the drive-thru is out the question. What can you throw together in just a few minutes that will fill you up for hours? A low carb breakfast burrito …
Our kiddo will be attending school for the first time this year for two days a week. Eek! This nervous mama is looking for easy snacks to put in his lunchbox and to give him after school until dinner is ready. These easy homemade granola bars with M&Ms and raisins are the perfect solution.
Yogurt is one of my favorite snacks, plain or combined with fruit, granola, chocolate… just about anything you can think of. But my absolute favorite combination is vanilla yogurt with strawberries and blueberries. So easy, right? Well, it also makes a perfect patriotic snack for the 4th of July!
Muffins have been one of my favorite breakfasts for as long as I can remember. The smell of muffins baking reminds me of my mom… good memories! She made strawberry, banana and blueberry muffins most often, and my personal favorite is still blueberry. But, since I’ve grown up, I’ve come to enjoy other types of muffins, …
My son and I have been sick for a week now, so I thought that making one of his favorite breakfasts (pancakes) would cheer him up. In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, I made them heart-shaped, in various shades of pink and red. These would make a great breakfast for Valentine’s Day, birthdays, anniversaries, etc. …
I love a good Philly cheesesteak sandwich. Unfortunately, all that bread (warm, delicious bread…) isn’t very carb-friendly. The good news is that you can throw just about anything into an omelet for a low carb option. Here’s the low-down on how to make your own yummy, cheesy Philly cheesesteak omelet (and yes, it’s one word). …
As I mentioned before, we’re low carbing to get healthier this year. And I think the secret to success for me will be trying new food combinations to keep things interesting. A couple of days ago, I made stuffed peppers, and we had leftovers. My smart husband said, “Why don’t you use the left over …
Looking for low-carb breakfast ideas to get the New Year started off right? This delicious open-faced pizza omelet is just the ticket. It’s versatile because you can add any toppings you want. Use up the extra veggies in your fridge. Want to use ham instead of pepperoni? Go for it! The options are endless.
I love pancakes. I’ve not yet met a version that I didn’t like, but banana pancakes are my absolute favorite. These pancakes are packed with banana flavor, topped with bananas and drizzled with peanut butter sauce. Yum! Here’s how to make them yourself. I recommend you do it immediately. Your tummy will thank you.
Is there anything better than a big plate of pancakes for breakfast? I don’t think so! But I was getting tired of my go-to recipe, so I thought I’d spice things up a bit–literally. These pancakes have a nice spicy, sort-of Christmasy flavor. Try them. You’ll know what I mean! These cinnamon-spiced pancakes taste like …