I am a huge fan of eggs, but my husband is not. Therefore, having eggs has become a treat I enjoy when I’m only cooking for myself. This zucchini tomato fritatta for one is a perfect light summer lunch, just for me!
This spring I fell in love with this kale and potato fritatta, but it was a little too much to eat all by myself. Summertime zucchini and tomato fill the fritatta up, but keep it light. Continue reading
Posted in Breakfast, Gluten Free Dishes, Quick and Easy, Vegetarian Main Dish
Tagged Cheese, Eggs, Garlic, Quick and Easy, Tomatoes, Vegetarian, Zucchini
This simple kale and potato frittata has become standard lunch fair on Saturdays at my house. Frittata’s are a great clean-out-the-fridge meal, but are also special enough to excite!
I love the combination of kale and potatoes in this frittata. Potatoes make it hearty and filling, and kale adds nice color, as well as nutritional value! Really any veggies will do, but this is my favorite, and I usually have the ingredients on hand. Continue reading
Posted in Breakfast, Gluten Free Dishes, Quick and Easy, Vegetarian Main Dish
Tagged Cheese, Eggs, Garlic, Kale, Potatoes, Quick and Easy, Vegetarian
Let’s be completely honest today. I didn’t make these avocado breakfast tostadas for breakfast. Fried eggs are perfect for any time of the day, and made a speedy lunch this last weekend when I was busy!
I love it when you can pull leftover ingredients from the fridge and pantry and have the perfect amount for a delicious meal. I had three leftover corn tortillas and some cilantro from this black bean taco recipe with corn radish salsa! Continue reading
Posted in Breakfast, Gluten Free Dishes, Mexican, Quick and Easy, Vegetarian Main Dish
Tagged Avocado, Eggs, Herbs, Quick and Easy, Tortillas, Vegetarian
In southern Illinois, we have a vegetarian cafe that makes a mean biscuits and gravy. My husband adores their dish, so naturally, I had to replicate it. Luckily, he like my vegan biscuits and gravy better!
For my biscuits and gravy, I make a homemade tempeh sausage. This is really the star of the dish, and where all the flavor comes from. If you’re not vegan, or don’t care for meat substitutes, you still need to check out those biscuits! Continue reading
Posted in Breakfast, Vegan, Vegetarian Main Dish
Tagged Maple Syrup, Spelt, Tempeh, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole grain
This month’s recipe redux theme was “Show us your family favorite recipes for springtime celebrations.” When I think of a family favorite recipe, I always think of thin Swedish oatmeal pancakes, and they can be enjoyed anytime of the year!
Kids and adults alike enjoy pancakes, especially these hearty oatmeal pancakes. My family always spread the table with all kinds of toppings too, like peanut butter, jelly, honey, maple syrup, fried eggs, and fruit. Banana and maple syrup were always my favorite toppings! Continue reading
Posted in Breakfast, Quick and Easy, Recipe Redux
Tagged Eggs, Maple Syrup, Oatmeal, Quick and Easy, Vegetarian
Do you guys have a favorite food that no one else in your family enjoys? For me, the food is fried eggs, love them! When I find myself alone for breakfast I always choose eggs. This hearty barley and kale breakfast bowl is the perfect single serving that will keep you full until lunch! Continue reading
Posted in Breakfast, Grains, Quick and Easy, Vegetarian Main Dish
Tagged Barley, Eggs, Garlic, Kale, Quick and Easy, Vegetarian, Whole grain
Did you get your fill of all things pumpkin back in October? I hope not because pumpkin flavors are warming and perfect for Christmas! This Greek yogurt spelt flour pumpkin bread recipe is moist and fluffy while being rich and flavorful! If you have never baked with whole grain spelt flour, this recipe is a must try! Spelt flour is quickly becoming my favorite new flour for whole grain baking! Continue reading
This month the recipe redux challenged us to make dinner-inspired dishes for breakfast! My favorite savory breakfasts always include eggs, like this sweet potato mushroom hash! I knew I wanted to use eggs in my recipe, but eggs are so versatile! The recipe ideas were endless! Therefore, I put on my thinking cap and turned to my favorite dinner ideas. Pizza is always a favorite, and I developed it into a fast protein packed breakfast. Try my quick veggie pizza omelet for breakfast or for dinner! Continue reading
Posted in Breakfast, Gluten Free Dishes, Quick and Easy, Recipe Redux, Vegetarian Main Dish
Tagged Cheese, Eggs, Mushrooms, Olives, Peppers, Quick and Easy, Vegetarian
This month the recipe redux challenged members to make healthy small bite desserts. I am not a huge sweets person; I vary rarely make and eat desserts. As you can see on the Recipes Homepage, I only have 6 desserts posted! When I started brainstorming this challenge, I focused on my favorite healthy, small bite meals. Ebelskiver means filled danish pancake; they can be sweet or savory depending on the filling and seasonings used. For this challenge, I made cream cheese earl grey ebelskivers with blueberries! Continue reading
When my friends and family gather for fishing trips, you can always count on two things – awesome breakfast and a good time! When we are preparing to stand out on the river all day and haul in monster fish, we need to be well fueled. There is not better way to prepare for the day than a good breakfast. We love this two potato hash with mushrooms and fried eggs. Continue reading
Posted in Breakfast, Dinner, Gluten Free Dishes, Quick and Easy, Vegetarian Main Dish
Tagged Cast iron, Eggs, Mushrooms, Peppers, Potatoes, Quick and Easy, Spinach, Sweet Potato, Vegetarian
