Breakfast

How you start your day largely influences how the rest of your day will go! So, start your day off right with a hearty breakfast! Try my simple and protein-packed breakfast casserole – and yes, it has sweet potato (but, you can substitute for red potato)! Pair this with a glass of milk for an extra protein boost!

Slow-cookers and crockpots are God’s gifts to people short on time and those who find themselves feeling a little “challenged” in the kitchen.  Can’t get any better than tossing your ingredients into a pot and walking away! So here are 3 easy slow cooker recipes to help you get started in 2016. Need a slow

Earlier this week when I went grocery shopping I found some jazz apples. They were practically glowing so I couldn’t resist grabbing a few to make a recipe. Since I’ve been eating a small bowl of oatmeal every morning this week, I decided to experiment by making a fairly quick & very easy oatmeal bake.  My personal challenge

Recently I challenged myself to see if I could create a meal plan for the week and spend only $75 at one of the nation’s most premium-priced grocery stores, Whole Foods. To make it even more challenging, I had to use as many natural/fresh ingredients as possible AND have as much variety as possible. Needless to

These pancakes are rich in (casein) protein and have a creamy flavor with minimal ingredients. Guaranteed to be one of the easiest and most delicious pancakes you’ll ever make.    

Save yourself some money on a weekly basis by making your own homemade granola. Not only is it easy to customize to complement your diet and tastes, but also you know exactly what you’re putting into your body. And that makes the real difference! The crunch and flavors of this granola are unreal! Remember to personalize

Rise and shine and break the rules of breakfast! The days of only eating oatmeal and egg whites are over – enter the age of creative, healthy eating. Great option when you have a few extra moments in the morning, or you are making brunch for family and friends. This is a follower-requested recipe based off

If you’re looking to switch up your staple breakfast meal of oatmeal and eggs, then try this vegan breakfast quinoa bowl. Great way to get rid of leftover quinoa and it’s packed with natural sugars, complex carbs and healthy fats. Plus, it’s easy to make your own for your diet and budget!  

At the end of the week you may have some leftover food and veggies that you may be contemplating either giving away or throwing away. Before you toss out your hard-earned money, make a hearty frittata. No matter the hour, frittatas are good ANY time of day – breakfast, lunch or dinner! Here’s what I was able

“HELP! I cooked too much quinoa and I hate throwing it away.” Quinoa breakfast muffins are one of my favorite go-to recipes to incorporate leftover quinoa. Very easy to customize for diabetics and just really, really good.

Here is a re-mixed version of my turkey wrapped breakfast muffins! Equally tasty and completely vegetarian. Great way to ensure your daily servings of vegetables.

Do you routinely skip breakfast because you forget or you’re in a hurry? Try these hi-energy muffins loaded with natural energy to help power you through the day.

Whether you’re going off to high school or heading back to school, your diet does not have to take a back seat to your studies. Nor do you have to have a FULL kitchen to make healthy, balanced meals. All you need is a microwave and a little creativity. Here are 4 awesome microwave meals to make your school year

Break out those hermetic jars one more time for this timesaving breakfast recipe that you can enjoy throughout the week. Who knew that with a little tweak here and there, you can transform oats and berries into a southern favorite that not only tastes good, but also is good for the body? After reheating, I recommend eating

Need a grab-and-go solution for busy mornings? Try this spin on the traditional egg breakfast muffins that will satisfy your tastebuds and stop the stomach growling because your body is telling you to “FEED ME!” These muffins are loaded with protein and complex carbohydrates to provide enough energy to power through your morning routine. Healthy eating has never tasted or

Got breakfast? Well, if you do not, you should! It is arguably the most important meal of the day, so even the busiest fitness enthusiast should spare a few minutes upon waking to fuel up for the day. And in case you need an extra kick, this fully-loaded protein and superfood parfait has a jolt of

You can kick off the July 4th holiday, celebrated here in the United States, or any holiday with this simple 20 minute recipe using simple ingredients you likely have in your house or can purchase at nearly any grocery store. To make the red color, I used cooked beets so that the pancakes could be

Contrary to what you may have heard, eating fruit will not make you fat. But having an unbalanced diet will. Fresh fruits provide tons of vitamins and minerals to help with detox, digestion and overall health. Boom.

Breakfast meal prep for busy people and strict dieters! With 50g of solid protein, these turkey & veggie omelette rolls with goat cheese are sure to help you start your day off right! You can prep 2 or 3 so they are ready for you on days when you know there will be no time

Bison stuffed omelette roll-up with veggies and mozzarella, blueberries and a orange juice with Organic Burst Maca to start the day. I prepped this last night and merely warmed it up in the microwave this morning to save time.  You can eat as a wrap or cut into slices.  Great start  to the day! Comment

Start the day off with healthy energy to power through the day, with this quick & easy breakfast casserole with turkey, quinoa, black beans and Maca powder!  Maca is great for energy, endurance and even increasing sexual desire in both men and women.  

Starting your day off with a healthy and hearty breakfast is always a great way to start your day. And it’s even better when you can make it for 2! Here’s a delicious frittata for 2 for a fit couple, or one hungry gym rat!

Rule: Performing cardio in the morning should never go unrewarded… Here was my reward: (frozen) Greek yogurt banana split with blueberries and KIND Snacks dark chocolate almond bar. How did you start your day? Boom.

The number 1 rule to follow when making breakfast: There are no rules. Just make it healthy. Oh, and eat like a viking, especially if you’re trying to build muscle. Here are things I like to incorporate: lean protein (such as chicken) healthy fat (such as egg, avocado) complex carbohydrate (such as Ezekiel bread, quinoa,