The Caffeinated Carbivore

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Kids need breakfast to rev up their brain-teachers are not an exception to the rule! But we're busy, and watching our weight... Here's a great breakfast loaded with healthy carbs that is quick and easy! I suggest making it the night before-it's great re-heated :) Toasting the granola reduces calories but not taste-the granola adds just enough crunch to the sweet n’ spiced apples. Ingredients · 6 tablespoons unsalted butter · 3 cups store-bought oat granola · 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour · 1 tablespoon sugar, plus 1/4 cup · 5 crisp apples (I suggest Braeburn) peeled, cored and cut into 1/2-inch pieces · 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon · 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. 2. Melt the butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the granola, 1 tablespoon of the flour and 1 tablespoon sugar and toss until the sugar is dissolved and the granola is well-coated. Transfer to a bowl; set aside. 3. Pour the apples into the skillet; toss with the cinnam...

We've all heard the benefits of eating seasonally- affordability , sustainability , not to mention the nutritional boost a fruit only has to offer when it's in season. As a carbivore, I know the value of my starches-that also means I cannot ignore the values of other food groups. A woman cannot survive on bread alone, so why not mix variety into the bread itself? So let's spice up our morning carbs with some seasonal fruit! Lemon Strawberry Cakes Turn stove top to medium heat-grease with butter or Pam. 1. Whisk 1 1/2 cups flour, 3 tbs sugar, 1 tbs baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt 2. Whisk 1/2 cup milk, 1/2 stick melted butter, 2 eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla, 1 cup cottage cheese, 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest. 3. Whisk in the flour mixture (not completely) 4. Ladle 1/4 cupfuls-cook on that side until bubbly. Flip and cook until golden brown. 5. Top with sliced strawberries and honey! Are you a health-conscious carbivore? Try 1. Substituting 1 1/4 cups plain yogurt f...