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…
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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…
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…
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…
Breakfast Kabobs
Fruit salad is even better when it’s on a stick! And it’s fun to make. What other fruits do you like? You can use those instead. (Skewers are sharp, so you’ll need a grown-up’s help. Or you can use wooden…
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…
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.…
Whole-Wheat Flatbread
You can make your own bread! This is a good one to start with because it’s pretty quick and easy and there’s no yeast in it. kitchen gear Measuring cup Measuring spoons Wooden spoon Cutting board Skillet Spatula Ingredients …
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…
Mixed-Up Eggs and Spinach
Here’s a nice green breakfast that combines spinach, one of our favorite dark green vegetables, with the long-acting energy you get from eggs. Did we mention that it’s delicious, too? Try it wrapped in our Whole-Wheat Flatbread for a meal you…