A Life in Food by real-life Chef Cheryl Bennett
These easy banana muffins are made from scratch, they have a great banana flavor and they are ready from start to finish in under 30 minutes. They can be modified for different dietary restrictions, if needed, and they are perfect for a grab and go breakfast for busy mornings! Whether you are feeding yourself or your toddler, these muffins are a hit with the whole family.
This post has been recently updated from its original publication date of 9/24/12
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My healthy granola recipe is made with coconut oil, two types of coconut and almonds. It is good enough to eat on its own, which I do fairly often, but I love it sprinkled on top of yogurt for a little crunch. This granola will last for weeks or even months in an airtight container, but I guarantee it will disappear before you have a chance to find out.
There is no comparison between homemade and store-bought granola. If you’ve never made your own healthy granola before, this is a great place to start. The recipe is very easy and made with ingredients most of us already have in the pantry.
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Tropical coconut bread is just the thing to turn an ordinary breakfast into a something special. Coconut always reminds me of vacation and this bread is like a slice of paradise on a plate. This coconut loaf stays moist for days, which means you can enjoy it all week long.
Blueberries are my favorite fruit and based on the number of blueberry recipes I write, it’s pretty obvious that I’m biased to this little berry. While most of the recipes are sweet, blueberry also works well in savory dishes, like that blueberry bourbon bbq sauce in the bottom corner.
July is National Blueberry Month and I can’t think of a better way to celebrate than to “blueberry all the things”. While the season is over here, it is in full swing in other parts of the country and blueberries are readily available. Let’s make some blueberry recipes and celebrate this sweet little fruit.
Mother’s Day is the one day of the year that Mom should be spoiled a little more than most days. She should not be in the kitchen making breakfast, lunch or dinner for the family, unless she wants to. I’ve gathered up a few of my favorite recipes that remind me of my Mom to share with you. Some are recipes that she has made for me, some are recipes that she often requests when we are together and others are recipes that I know she would love.
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Easy Blueberry Peach Muffins are the perfect weekend treat. Bursting with fruit and covered with buttery streusel topping (or not), these delicious muffins will quickly become a new favorite.
Get the last of the summer produce and bake up a batch of these delicious muffins. Full of fresh blueberries and peaches, they are a delightful way to start the weekend. What’s better than a warm muffin with your morning coffee? Nothing, that’s what.
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Learn how to make crispy cheesy hash browns loaded with bacon and sautéed vegetables. Have you ever made hash browns that ended up a gluey mess? Never again. Make your favorite restaurant quality hash browns at home with a few foolproof tips. Easy, Cheesy Hash Browns are crispy, full of flavor and ready in under 30 minutes.
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Breakfast cookies are a thing, I swear. And they’re delicious. You don’t have to feel guilty about eating a cookie for breakfast. These have no refined sugar, they are gluten-free and one breakfast cookie will keep you going.
Whether you grab one for a breakfast on the go, pack one for a hike or bike ride or need a mid-morning snack, these healthy cookies are the perfect option.
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Breakfast for dinner is easily one of my favorite meals. This week, the Dinner Divas have put together a week’s worth of Breakfast for Dinner recipes. From sandwiches to a breakfast casserole, there is something for everyone.
How it works: Every Friday morning, a new meal plan will show up in your email. It will consist of 5 dinner options, plus 2 extras. Those two extras could be side dishes, dessert, drinks, etc. The Dinner Divas weekly menu plans will feature (mostly) healthy, seasonal foods that don’t take all day to prepare. Getting the weekly menu delivered to your inbox on Friday morning gives you the chance to make your shopping list and get organized for the week ahead. We’ve got so much good stuff this week! I’d love to hear from you & see your creations! Post a pic using #DinnerDivas and tag @pookspantry! I hope this weekly menu plan provides inspiration and makes life a little easier… one meal at a time.
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