This oatmeal puts all the spicy-sweet flavors of carrot cake right into your breakfast bowl! We love the chewy texture of steel-cut oats, but if you prefer regular oatmeal, simply add all the ingredients at once and follow the directions…
This fruity smoothie gets a boost of color (and nutrition) from a handful of bright green spinach. Have it for breakfast or a refreshing after-school snack. Kids Advisory Board member Aleeza thought this could be called “Refreshing Pear Smoothie,” and…
We love this breakfast recipe because (1) it’s delicious, and (2) your refrigerator does all the work for you while you sleep! Plus, it’s easy to grab and go if you’re running late in the morning. kitchen gear Measuring cups…
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…
You’ll see green from the kale—which your body will love—but what you’ll taste ispineapple and banana. Want it even frostier? Add a couple of ice cubes to the blender. kitchen gear Cutting board Sharp knife (adult needed) Measuring cups Measuring…
Ingredients 2 cups whole wheat bow tie pasta 1 small clove garlic 2 medium zucchini (10 ounces by weight, about 2/3 of a pound) 1 Tablespoon canola oil ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated ¼ teaspoon salt Pinch ground black pepper…
Ingredients Nonstick cooking spray 1 (15-ounce) can black beans or 1 3/4 cups cooked, cooled black beans 3 large eggs 3 tablespoons canola oil 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1/3 cup cocoa powder Optional Ingredients 1/2…
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…
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 pounds boneless chicken pieces 3 cups cornflakes cereal ⅓ cup whole wheat flour ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper 2 large eggs ¼ cup nonfat milk Non-stick cooking spray Materials 3 medium bowls Baking sheet Cutting…