These tasty little cakes are crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside—like a cross between grits and pancakes. And you can serve them sweet or savory (see our tips below). kitchen gear Measuring cups Measuring spoons Large bowl…
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. This one is filled with just the kinds of ingredients to get you going! Add some toast and fruit and you’re all set! (Until lunchtime, that is.) kitchen gear Cutting board…
This spicy version of the favorite sandwich spread is perfect for topping crackers, toast, or celery sticks, or for mixing into pasta to make peanut-butter noodles (just be sure to thin it with a little of the pasta cooking water…
It’s smart to bake with whole-grain flours, since they’re so much healthier and more flavorful, and these biscuits are a good place to start: they bake up puffy, flaky, and wonderful. kitchen gear Cutting board Dinner knife Measuring spoons Large…
Parfait usually refers to an ice-cream concoction layered in a fancy glass – but it’s really a French word that means “perfect.” When you try our healthy breakfast version, we think you’ll see why! kitchen gear Cutting board Sharp knife…
If there’s anything more refreshing than a bright pink two-fruit smoothie, we don’t know what it is! Plus, it makes for a nice, cooling start to your day. kitchen gear Cutting board Sharp knife (adult needed) Large plate Measuring cups…
Ingredients 6 apples 1 large lemon ¾ cup chopped walnuts ½ cup raisins ¼ cup brown sugar ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon Materials 2 small bowls 9-by-13-inch baking dish Measuring cups Measuring spoons Sharp knife Instructions Preheat oven to 350°F. Rinse…
Ingredients 2 cups brown rice 3 small onions 1 medium green bell pepper 1 small clove garlic 4 ounces low-fat Monterey Jack cheese 3 (15½-ounce) cans pinto beans 2 Tablespoons canola oil 1 Tablespoon chili powder 1 teaspoon ground cumin…
Ingredients 1 large apple 2 medium ripe bananas 2 tablespoons peanut butter 2 (8-inch) whole wheat tortillas Materials Cutting board Measuring spoons Medium bowl Sharp knife Instructions Rinse and cut apple in half, lengthwise. Remove any stems. Cut out center…
Ingredients 4 large bananas 2 cups mixed fresh berries Non-stick cooking spray 5 Tablespoons whole wheat flour, divided 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats ¼ cup light brown sugar, packed 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Pinch of salt 4 Tablespoons cold unsalted…