Buttermilk Pancakes II
These pancakes are light and fluffy, and have a little added texture from the cornmeal. If you like them grainy, you can add even more cornmeal — or more whole-grain flour. If you have a hard time pouring the batter…
Meal Type Breakfast
Orange-Banana Parfait
Spring is in the air. But before summer gets here, with all its heaps of glorious fruit, make the most of the end of winter’s bounty: juicy oranges and luscious bananas, which you can layer with yogurt and nuts for a little…
Stone-Fruit Salsa
You can use any combination of the recommended fruits in this sweet, tangy salsa. Or feel free to swap in chopped melon for a different kind of flavor. Keep the salsa sweet if you’re planning to serve it with yogurt…
Cucumber Limeade
Cucumbers are so cool and refreshing that they make a fantastic hot-weather thirst quencher. Pair with some tangy lime — peel and all — and prepare to chill. Remember that whenever you use the peel of a citrus fruit like…
Corn and Basil Frittata
A frittata is like a big, baked omelet, and it makes a satisfying breakfast, lunch, or dinner. We love the summery combination of corn and basil, but you can use other herbs (cilantro is great) or other vegetables such as…
Fourth of July Parfait
We love this red-white-and-blue breakfast combo! But if you like, feel free to substitute a cup of Stone-Fruit Salsa for the berries. kitchen gear Measuring cup Small pot Wooden spoon Lidded container Large spoon 2 glasses Ingredients 1⁄2 cup steel-cut…
How To Make An Omelet
An omelet is pretty similar to scrambled eggs, but you let it set like a pancake, and then fold it into a half-moon shape. Even if it doesn’t come out perfect, it will still taste good. Serve it with a…
Avocado Apple Smoothie
It might seem weird to add avocado to a smoothie, but trust us: it’s the secret ingredient that turns this fruit shake into a creamy-dreamy treat. kitchen gear Sharp knife (adult needed) Cutting board Measuring cup Measuring spoons Citrus squeezer…
Michael Pollan’s Scrambled Eggs
Michael’s favorite scrambled-egg add-in? Fresh herbs! Serve the eggs with toast, or stuffed into a pita. kitchen gear Small bowl Fork or whisk Small pan Spatula Ingredients 4 large eggs 2 teaspoons unsalted butter or olive oil pinch…
Peanut Butter and Jelly Smoothie
There’s no real jelly in this smoothie — but when you blend fresh berries and peanut butter together, it tastes a lot like that favorite sandwich classic! Plus, you’ll be filling your glass with protein, which fills you with energy.…