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Orange Banana Smoothie

January 8, 2017 ·

This Orange Banana Smoothie recipe features a simple and delicious fruit flavor combination, along with protein-packed Greek yogurt, and takes only minutes to make!

Every morning I wake up early to go on a long run before the chaos (i.e. kids wake up!) Then the usual morning routine begins to get everyone breakfast, dressed and ready for school. Of course this means that sometimes I end up missing my own breakfast because, well…life happens. However this easy Orange Banana Smoothie recipe that takes only a minute to make (and is super delicious) is just what I need to start my mornings right!…

Filed Under: breakfast, drink, gluten free, healthy, kid-friendly, Recipes, vegetarian Tagged With: banana, brunch, easy, Greek yogurt, low fat, orange, quick, smoothie, snack

Cheesy Cornbread Muffins

December 22, 2016 ·

Cheesy Cornbread Muffins are easy, cheesy buttermilk cornbread muffins that take minutes to prepare and pair perfectly with a bowl of soup! Thank you to Idahoan^®for sponsoring this post.

I have never seen a batch of muffins disappear as quickly as these Cheesy Cornbread Muffins. My kids wanted them for breakfast, lunch and dinner…and I don’t blame them. I managed to sample a portion of one of these tasty muffin morsels. They are cheesy good and have the delicious taste of cornbread with a hint of sweetness. It was one of those moments that brought my mind to a familiar place…a favorite local steakhouse! …

Filed Under: bread, breakfast, kid-friendly, Recipes, sides, vegetarian Tagged With: #IdahoanSteakhouseSoups, buttermilk, cheese, cornbread, muffins, quick, snack

Cranberry Orange Bundt Cake

December 20, 2016 ·

Cranberry Orange Bundt Cake is a simple vanilla buttermilk-based cake studded with cranberries and fresh orange zest throughout. Perfect for holiday gatherings, afternoon tea, or any time! Thank you to Lipton for sponsoring this post.

It is no secret that I love a good bundt cake recipe, especially for entertaining during the holiday season. They are easy to make (usually prepared in minutes!), look pretty right out of the pan, and can get away with a simple dusting of powdered sugar over the top. …

Filed Under: dessert, kid-friendly, Recipes, vegetarian Tagged With: #BrightBites, brunch, bundt, cake, christmas, cranberries, cream cheese, easy, entertaining, holiday, orange

Individual Broccoli Cheddar Frittata

December 13, 2016 ·

This Individual Broccoli Cheddar Frittata recipe is a cheesy, high protein, veggie-packed frittata made for one. However, this recipe can easily be multiplied to yield single-serve frittatas for many. Thank you to Pompeian for sponsoring this post.

We often enjoy frittatas as an easy, high-protein meal with lots of vegetables and cheese. Perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner, frittatas are healthy, versatile and always a favorite. While I typically make them in a skillet and serve in wedges, there is something extra special about a single-serve frittata served in a ramekin. So I decided to mix things up from my usual spinach version (which is tasty too!) to make an Individual Broccoli Cheddar Frittata!…

Filed Under: breakfast, gluten free, healthy, kid-friendly, Recipes, vegetarian Tagged With: broccoli, brunch, cheese, easy, eggs, entertaining, frittata, quick, vegetable

Cinnamon Oatmeal Muffins

December 1, 2016 ·

An easy recipe for warm, cinnamon, oatmeal, raisin studded Cinnamon Oatmeal Muffins that take only minutes to make. Thank you to DairyPure Milk for sponsoring this post.

Breakfast time just got a whole lot tastier, thanks to this easy recipe for Cinnamon Oatmeal Muffins. The muffins are soft with a slightly chewy bite from the oatmeal. There are wonderful, warm cinnamon flavors and bursting sweet raisins throughout. They are topped with a cinnamon sugar crumble that makes them extra special….

Filed Under: bread, breakfast, healthy, kid-friendly, main dishes, Recipes, vegetarian Tagged With: cinnamon, easy, entertaining, holiday, low fat, muffins, quick, raisins, whole wheat

Upside-down Apple Tart | alidaskitchen.com

Upside-down Apple Tart #WeekdaySupper

November 24, 2016 ·

This Upside-down Apple Tart recipe transforms a few simple ingredients into caramelized apples with cinnamon over a flaky, buttery puff pastry crust. This easy-to-make dessert is perfect for the holidays or any time you want an impressive dessert made easy! ~~**Plus enter to win a cookbook giveaway!**~~

Today I have the pleasure of sharing this incredibly delicious (and easy!!) Upside-down Apple Tart recipe with you, as part of Weekday Supper. The theme for Weekday Supper is the Mad Hungry Family Cookbook by Lucinda Scala Quinn, and 10 bloggers will share recipes from the cookbook….

Filed Under: dessert, giveaway, kid-friendly, Recipes, vegetarian

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies | alidaskitchen.com

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies #SundaySupper

October 16, 2016 ·

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies are chewy, pumpkin spice oatmeal cookies studded with chocolate chips! These cookies are a perfect treat for fall, Halloween and more! Thank you to Dixie Crystals for sponsoring this post.

For Sunday Supper this week, we are partnering with Dixie Crystals to celebrate Halloween. My kids know that when I start getting out the Halloween decorations, that means pumpkin season has finally arrived. As we decorate the house, while listening to our favorite Halloween songs, we also whip up our favorite pumpkin recipes, like these tasty Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies!…

Filed Under: dessert, kid-friendly, Recipes, vegetarian Tagged With: chocolate, chocolate chip, cookies, easy, halloween, oatmeal, pumpkin, snack, sundaysupper

Broccoli Pesto Pasta

September 12, 2016 ·

Broccoli Pesto Pasta is an easy, from scratch, creamy pasta sauce made healthier with broccoli, Greek yogurt and olive oil. Thank you to Pompeian for sponsoring this post.

One of our favorite dinners is Roasted Red Pepper Pasta. It is easy, made healthier with lots of vegetables and Greek yogurt and the kids love it. Since it is such a popular recipe around our house, I use it as a base recipe for creating new ones, like this Broccoli Pesto Pasta. …

Filed Under: gluten free, healthy, kid-friendly, main dishes, Recipes, vegetarian Tagged With: broccoli, easy, garlic, Greek yogurt, olive oil, pasta, pompeian, quick, vegetable

Patriotic M&M Cookie Bars | alidaskitchen.com

Patriotic M&M Cookie Bars #SundaySupper

July 3, 2016 ·

Patriotic M&M Cookie Bars are a chewy, brown sugar cookie bar studded with red, white and blue M&M candies that takes minutes to make. Perfect quick and easy dessert for the 4th of July or any patriotic celebration (or any time!)

Looking for a special dessert that is quick and easy to make for summer parties? Look no further than these Patriotic M&M Cookie Bars! This is one of my favorite recipes to make for a crowd (or a small family to enjoy all week long) 🙂 …

Filed Under: dessert, kid-friendly, Recipes, vegetarian Tagged With: bars, brown sugar, chocolate, cookies, easy, entertaining, holiday, make ahead, quick, sundaysupper

Cheesy Vegetable Frittata

June 28, 2016 ·

Cheesy Vegetable Frittata is a healthy, protein-packed one-pot meal made in minutes using seasonal vegetables, eggs and cheese. Thank you to Pompeian for sponsoring this post. {gluten free, low carb)

During the summer months, this Cheesy Vegetable Frittata is a frequent go-to staple for dinner, breakfast or any time we want a healthy meal fast. It is quick, easy and we can use up whatever vegetables we have on hand, which is especially convenient during the summer when we have an abundance of fresh summer produce….