My latest obsession is sipping an iced matcha latte when the hot afternoon slump hits. Matcha is a type of high-quality green tea, where the leaves are gently steamed, dried, and pulverized. Due to its fine texture, you can drink the matcha in the...
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Cinnamon-Ginger Pumpkin Pancakes
Satisfy your pumpkin spice craving with these satisfying pancakes boasting 13 grams of high-quality protein and 5 grams fiber per serving to help keep you energized and satisfied throughout the morning.
These pancakes are also a good source of iron and vitamin A. Dip the...
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Apple-Cinnamon Whole-Grain Pancake Muffins
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No time for pancakes? No problem! This recipe allows you to bake all of the batter at once in muffin tins so you can go about with your morning. These fluffy muffins serve as a delicious hot breakfast right out of the oven,...
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Mini Breakfast Casseroles with Cheddar and Spinach
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I love a good breakfast casserole, but not the dose of greasy saturated fat from butter and sausage found in traditional recipes. In this version, I add the flavor back in with earthy scallions, spinach and garlic-and-herb seasoning. Two of these mini casseroles...
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California Avocado Breakfast Casserole with Spinach and Sweet Potatoes
Avocados Shine at Breakfast
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This casserole showcases the versatility of avocados–baked for breakfast. Whip up this vibrant casserole the next time you’re serving brunch, or bake it the night before to have at the ready for early risers. Each serving provides an excellent source...
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Banana Quinoa Cakes
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I tried this recipe recently from GotMilkGotProtein.com and it is so tasty and satisfying. Enjoy two cakes with an 8-ounce glass of milk and get 14 grams protein and 6 grams fiber, helping keep you satisfied and focused all morning long. I...
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California Avocado & Egg Breakfast Salad, and Giveaway!
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Each week I hard-boil a batch of eggs for a weekday morning quick source of high-quality protein for my husband, 3-year-old and myself. Typically I season my quartered egg with olive oil, salt and pepper, and enjoy it with a side of toast...
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Clean Eating Spinach and Bell Pepper Breakfast Casserole
Start the day the healthy way with breakfast casserole
When it comes to breakfast, I rely on a multitude of mix-and-match quick-fix basics, including hard-boiled eggs, fruit, oatmeal, smoothies, yogurt, toast, frozen waffles, or perhaps even one of my make-ahead breakfast cookies. But for holidays,...
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Overnight Slow Cooker Steel-Cut Oats with Raisins and My New Year’s Resolutions
Steel-cut oats give morning a healthy start
Happy New Year, my friends! I’m sure many of you have grand plans to eat healthier and stay fit during 2013. Starting the day with a satisfying, nutritious breakfast to stay fueled all morning long will also help...
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Recipe: Whole-Grain Sweet Potato Waffles with Orange and Cinnamon
Use sweet potato to add seasonal taste to waffles
This is a time of year that I surely want to get my fill of all the produce the season has to offer, and sweet potatoes are very high on my list. My friend Kim prepared...
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