Breakfast

Parmesan Herb Crusted Smashed Potatoes

Crispy on the outside, tender in the middle, and loaded with flavor – these potatoes are going to become one of your go-to recipes. They go perfectly with grilled meats or salmon; they also pair beautifully with eggs for breakfast. Summer is the perfect time to enjoy crispy, salty potatoes with plenty of fresh garden Parmesan Herb Crusted Smashed Potatoes

No-Bake Blueberry Cheesecake

Looking for a light, creamy dessert that feels indulgent but is secretly packed with protein? Made with blended cottage cheese, cream cheese, Greek yogurt and a touch of pure maple syrup, this cheesecake is a refreshing twist on classic cheesecake – no oven required. A nutty graham-walnut crust adds just the right amount of crunch, No-Bake Blueberry Cheesecake

Creamy Strawberry Smoothie

Strawberries are abundant at our local grocery stores right now and I love to use them for smoothies in the morning. This particular smoothie recipe is high in protein thanks to the cottage cheese and nut butter, making it a perfect breakfast to start your day. This smoothie is a combination of strawberry, banana and Creamy Strawberry Smoothie

Orange Chocolate Chip Muffins

One of the things I always look forward to in the cold winter months is citrus season (when we can all use some edible sunshine). Josh and I had a hard time picking out our oranges yesterday at our local grocery store because they were all so perfect. One bite into that juicy orange and Orange Chocolate Chip Muffins

Spelt Cinnamon Streusel Cake

The smell of sweet cinnamon always reminds me of the holidays. Coffee cake has always been one of my favorites, but this one takes those traditional flavors to a new level. I love the crunch the pistachios and walnuts provide to the brown sugar cinnamon topping. Using spelt flour versus white flour provides fiber and Spelt Cinnamon Streusel Cake

Baked Apples

Ahh, late summer – apples and squash are starting to be in season and I’m so ready to enjoy the harvest. We recently went apple picking at a local orchard and I couldn’t wait to enjoy all the varieties. For this recipe I used honeycrisp apples, but golden delicious or gala would work perfectly as Baked Apples

Dark Chocolate Buckwheat Granola

Buckwheat is one of my favorite grains to add to granola because it provides the perfect, nutty crunch. This fiber-full granola is a crave-worthy blend of buckwheat groats, oats, almonds, coconut and dark chocolate chips. Serve over yogurt with fresh fruit for a delicious start to your day! 3. In a small saucepan, melt maple Dark Chocolate Buckwheat Granola

Cherry Blended Overnight Oats

Most of us have tried overnight oats by this point, but have you ever tried them blended? This was a new concept for me until one of my fellow chefs at work was talking about it and now I’m hooked. These creamy oats are protein packed and bursting with delicious cherry vanilla flavor. I topped Cherry Blended Overnight Oats

Olive Oil Blueberry Zucchini Bread

This zucchini bread is a great make ahead snack or breakfast and it’s a perfect recipe to bake up this blueberry season! This simple one bowl recipe can be made with other fruits as well like diced peaches, apples or pineapple. You could also add chopped almonds, pecans or walnuts for added texture. 2. Add Olive Oil Blueberry Zucchini Bread

Dried Cherry and Apple Baked Oats

I’m all about make-ahead meals that provide nutrients to keep us full, focused and energized throughout the busy work week. Oats have always been a go-to breakfast for me, and I especially love steel-cut oats because they provide a chewy texture and nutty flavor. To reheat, simply scoop your desired amount of oats into a Dried Cherry and Apple Baked Oats