Mother’s Day Recipes
Make-Ahead Sweet Green Smoothie
For years, I have enjoyed making smoothies. There are many I enjoy, but I often return to my favorite smoothie which has a chocolate base and is a healthier way to satisfy my never-ending sweet tooth. Although I like my greens, NEVER did I have any inclination to put them in the blender. Until recently.…
Healthier Homemade Cafe Mocha
When I first started drinking coffee, I drank it black. When kids came along and the play groups started, I was introduced to flavored creamers. Then, Starbucks appeared on every street corner with their mochas and macchiatos. Black coffee? To get around the hydrogenated fat in the flavored creamers and the four dollar price tag…
Make-Ahead Strawberry Pecan Oatmeal Smoothie
My friend, Jill, over at GroO New York, recently shared a smoothie link that caught my attention. Although I have often seen smoothie recipes with oatmeal blended in, I have never before tried them, even though I am a huge oatmeal fan. Between the make-ahead concept and the promise of a thick smoothie–and, of course, the suggestion…
Whole Wheat Banana Chocolate Chip Cake
With the bananas and whole wheat flour, I like to think of this dessert as two-thirds healthy! It is 100% delicious and the perfect way to keep over-ripe bananas from going to waste!
Pancetta, Kale, and Parmesan Frittata
Frittatas are quick, easy, and a simple salad or cooked vegetable turns them into a well-rounded meal. Or serve this filling, flavorful recipe with a side of fruit for a lovely breakfast or brunch. Frittatas truly are fast food. A quick saute, five minutes in the oven, and you have a great meal. Frittatas are…
Slow-Baked Banana Bread
An unconventional baking temperature creates perfectly tender, foolproof banana bread every time. The recipe makes two large loaves－perfect for freezing or sharing! I just returned from a wonderful afternoon volunteering at the Boys & Girls Club. We read a lot, shared some good stories, and enjoyed a yummy snack. I…
