Well I am sure jumping on a couple bandwagons with this Pumpkin-Chia Protein Bars recipe. Pumpkin. Chia seeds. Gluten-free baking. Sometimes a girl’s just gotta follow a trend and see what all the fuss is about… Have you heard of chia seeds? All the cool kids are eating them… I’m cool. I don’t care what…
Spinach, Feta, and Herb Egg White Omelet …and My Typical Food Day
This Spinach, Feta, and Herb Egg White Omelet is so light, healthy, and delicious, it will make you GLOW! Meals like this are key to my life, so in this post I am also going to share a real day of food for me. So, the zillion of you that have asked me, “but Erica what…
Zucchini Crostata
Creamy marscapone with herbs, topped with a SO pretty zucchini layer, and baked in a flaky pie crust. This super easy Zucchini Crostata recipe is divine, and lovely, and delicious, and all the things. First things first …why did I call this a Zucchini Crostata but my Blackberry Galette a galette? Because this recipe, with…
Banana, Avocado, and Flax Muffins
Tender, crumbly Banana, Avocado, and Flax Muffins. Make these healthy muffins ahead and freeze, then enjoy as you want during the week. Remember when replacing oil in cakes and brownies with applesauce was all the rage? Or maybe it’s still all the rage, I dunno, but along that line, I have been thinking lately of trying to…
Herbed Tomato Tart
This Herbed Tomato Tart is so special. This recipe is literally one of my most beloved, recipes for brunch and sharing by far, of all time. Lovely, DELICIOUS, can be made a day in advance, and just IMPRESSIVE. this recipe is perfect. Isn’t this what food is about? When you have a dish that you…
Super Good Morning Veggie Frittatas
Little, individual Veggie Frittatas that are so easy to make and can be made in advance to eat for breakfast or snack through the week. Super Good Morning Veggie Frittatas And here I go. Starting tomorrow. New Year’s resolutions. No, I didn’t start this past week because who starts anything on a Wednesday? But tomorrow’s…
Ham, Asparagus, and White Cheddar Breakfast Strata
Ham, Asparagus, and White Cheddar Breakfast Strata is a perfect, easy breakfast recipe for the holidays, especially to use up leftover ham. Ham, Asparagus, and White Cheddar Breakfast Strata Looking for a way to use up some holiday ham, this breakfast casserole was born. I love breakfast casseroles – they warm the soul. And this…
Jalapeno Popper Hash Brown Casserole
Creamy, cheesy hashbrown casserole recipe, kicked up with bacon and jalapeno. This crowd-pleasing, pot-luck perfect Jalapeno Popper Hash Brown Casserole recipe is made for sharing. I completely went for the cheap thrill with this cheesy breakfast casserole. …Actually, I made this for a Thanksgiving pot-luck at work, and I literally made it up the morning of even….
Sweet Potato Muffins with Maple-Bourbon Glaze
Sweet Potato Muffins with Maple-Bourbon Glaze are gently spiced, perfectly moist, and wonderfully different with a sweet glaze that is to die for. I am absolutely in love with this muffin. It is just so TASTY! This is a perfect fall treat when you want a break from everything pumpkin. Print Sweet Potato Muffins with…
Eggs Baked in Avocado
Get in those healthy fats and protein with egg and avocado, with a touch of indulgence from just a bit of bacon and cheese. Eggs Baked in Avocado are a perfect balance to eat for your health and love it too. Focus on healthy fats much? I sure do. Healthy fats are crucial. And with…
Egg in a Hole
“Egg in a Hole”, or a egg fried in the center of a slice of bread, is a fun, kid-friendly breakfast. Use whole wheat bread and cooking spray to keep it healthy too. Today I hosted a “Furlough Party” on my facebook page to collect economical dishes since I’m stuck at home on furlough from…
Favorite Breakfast Sammie
My Favorite Breakfast Sammie, with tomato, avocado, turkey bacon, and a super sexy runny egg, is healthy and a perfect way to start your day. Give a try and it will be your favorite, on-the-go, healthy breakfast grab too! Quick, healthy, and delicious, this breakfast sandwich has it all for me, and I’ve been making…
Pumpkin Banana Spice Bread
With chocolate chips and a little bit of RUM, this Pumpkin Banana Spice Bread is over the top good. With a little help from a secret ingredient (…rum), this bread is perfect for fall. Pumpkin Banana Spice Bread 2 c flour 1 1/2 t kosher salt 1 t baking powder 1/2 t baking soda 2…
Cherry Vanilla & Flax Smoothie
When I make a smoothie, I want it to taste rich and delicious so I can forget that it’s healthy for me. And I want it to be filling. This smoothie more than checks those boxes. Cherry Vanilla & Flax Smoothie 1 c fresh cherries, pitted and frozen 1 c unsweetened, vanilla-flavored almond milk 1…