Category Archives: Breakfast

Banana Pancakes

Posted on July 17, 2015 by brookecolleen

For a summer breakfast treat, play Jack Johnson’s Banana Pancakes and whip up these very simple, paleo-friendly pancakes. They are adorably small and snack-able, but satisfying and delicious. INGREDIENTS 2 ripe bananas 3 eggs 1/8 tsp cinnamon Dash Nutmeg 2 tsp Coconut oil (for the … Continue reading →

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Apple Pie Oatmeal

Posted on November 18, 2014 by brookecolleen

As the heaters turn up and the frost lines windows, I love warm comfort foods, especially when they are good for you too! This recipe was originally inspired by Bob’s Red Mill’s cookbook, but I have made several modifications until it finally became my perfect … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin Pie Custard

Posted on October 26, 2013 by brookecolleen

Autumn is one of my favorite times of year. The air feels crisp and clean, apples taste sweeter, and my favorite winter squash abounds: Pumpkin! How can you not love a vegetable that makes the most delicious desserts? I use … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin Custard French Toast

Posted on October 26, 2013 by brookecolleen

This recipe could also be called “Pumpkin Coffee Creamer Reclaimed.”   Essentially, I add a couple eggs to the pumpkin creamer that is already well-stocked in my fridge, and we have some delicious pumpkin french toast batter! INGREDIENTS: 2 cups … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin Coffee Creamer

Posted on October 26, 2013 by brookecolleen

When pumpkin lattes are released early each fall, I am the girl who is standing in the front of the line at the coffee shop. I love them! But they do have a fair amount of sugar, processed ingredients, and … Continue reading →

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Egg White and Sweet Potato Casserole

Posted on May 3, 2013 by brookecolleen

Finding the time and motivation to prepare a healthy breakfast every day is rather challenging, so I have become a huge fan of making frittatas and casseroles that will last for several days in a row. That way, I can … Continue reading →

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Homemade (Dairy-Free) Creamer

Posted on April 24, 2013 by brookecolleen

Vanilla Spice Almond Milk When a certain well-known coffee shop recently came out with the delicious Vanilla Spice latte, I was enthralled! The simplicity of a warm vanilla latte mixed with the spicy cardamom was absolutely delicious. After indulging in … Continue reading →

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Cheesy Vegetable Polenta

Posted on April 21, 2013 by brookecolleen

My Texas-bred Uncle Ron has this incredible recipe for  Jalapeno Cheese Grits, an ultimate comfort food. My version captures the same delicious cheesy texture with lots of vegetables and without all the extra cream and butter.  This recipe is one … Continue reading →

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Egg White Summer Vegetable Frittata

Posted on April 20, 2013 by brookecolleen

The skills needed to create a perfect omelet has eluded me for quite some time. Over the past several years, my travel work schedule has given me the opportunity to observe many skilled omelet makers at work in hotel restaurants. I can now … Continue reading →

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