Peppermint Brookies

This is a recipe that I received via email from Weelicious.com and I have not had a chance to try it. It is definitely on my "must make" list for the holidays and I plan to make it soon. It looks super yummy and I know my family will devour it. I wanted to share it with you all in case you are looking for a new cookie recipe this holiday season. Enjoy!

http://weelicious.com/2016/12/08/peppermint-brookies-recipe/

Homemade Hot Cocoa

I am reposting a recipe that I included in the PTA Newsletter last year. I think it's a great one to have on hand during the Winter. Hopefully you and your family can enjoy this yummy recipe over the holiday break.

How to Make Homemade Hot Cocoa

Ingredients

·         ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

·         ½ cup granulated sugar

·         ⅓ cup hot water

·         ⅛ tsp salt

·         4 cups milk (Dairy or non-dairy)

·         1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1.    Combine the cocoa, sugar, water, and salt in a medium saucepan.

2.    Over medium heat, stir constantly until the mixture boils. Cook, stirring constantly for 1 minute.

3.    Stir in the milk and heat, but do not boil.

4.    Remove from the heat and add vanilla; stir well. Serve immediately.

recipe from MOMables.com

Facts and Myths About Holiday Weight Gain

The holiday season is here and with it comes food, food, food! It's always such a struggle to eat healthy and stay on a regular exercise routing at this time of year. I came across this article from Health.Com about holiday weight gain and thought it was interesting and wanted to share it with you all.

http://news.health.com/2013/12/19/5-myths-and-facts-about-holiday-weight-gain/

Chili Recipe

Our weather has finally turned cooler which means that soup for dinner is an viable option. Growing up I remember eating chili for dinner in the Winter and pairing it with cheese and crackers. Since I didn't grow up in Texas the idea of Frito Pie was foreign to me. However, this recipe goes great with Fritos, cheese, crackers or whatever you choose to put on top.

Note: This recipe cooks on the stove top but if you want to cook it in the crockpot you can do that after browning your meat and cooking the onions and garlic. Heat on low for four hours in the crockpot.

http://allrecipes.com/recipe/13423/my-chili/

Benefits of Spinach and Recipe for Cucumber, Mango, Spinach Salad

I don't know about you, but spinach is a staple vegetable in our house. It is perfect for smoothies, salads, pasta dishes or munching on raw. If you are not already eating spinach regularly, here are some great reasons why you should add it to your diet. I have also included a super yummy spinach salad recipe below. This salad is great for big groups and sure to be a crowd pleaser!







Cucumber, Mango, Spinach Salad [Serves 10-12] 

This recipe is a favorite for salad and comes from the Cancer Project. This is best eaten soon after it’s made and doesn’t keep well overnight, so don’t overdue the amount! 

8 oz or Bunch of Fresh Spinach 
1 Mango, peeled and cut into bite-size pieces 
1 large Cucumber, peeled and sliced 
6 Green Onions, thinly sliced 
½ Cup Fresh Basil, thinly sliced 
3 Tbs Lime Juice 
¼ Cup Seasoned Rice Vinegar 
¼ Tsp Freshly Ground Black Pepper (or to taste) 

Wash and drain spinach, tear into bite-size pieces, if necessary, and put into a large serving bowl. Toss Mango, Cucumber, Green Onions, and Basil in a medium bowl. Add Lime Juice and Vinegar and stir to mix. Arrange Mango mixture on Spinach and sprinkle with Black Pepper. To enjoy the fresh flavors in this salad, eat immediately after tossing

How to Cook An Artichoke

I don't know about you, but every year at about this time I see artichokes in the grocery store and wander how to eat one. I've always been intimated by their appearance and didn't think they were worth the effort. That is until this summer when I tried one with melted butter at a Renaissance Festival. At that point I knew that I would have to learn how to prepare this yummy vegetable. In September when I started to see them more frequently in the grocery store I grabbed a few and went to work finding out how to cook them. Once I started my research I found that they are quite simple to cook. I also found that two of my three kids love them! So, if you have ever wanted to cook an artichoke and thought it looked like too much work, this link below gives very easy and detailed instructions on what to do. Trust me, it's worth it!

http://www.simplyrecipes.com/recipes/how_to_cook_and_eat_an_artichoke/

Believe McKinney 2016

As we finally move into some cooler temperatures there is nothing better than getting out as a family and getting some exercise. If you have lived in McKinney for awhile then you know that the weekend after Thanksgiving is the annual Believe 5k and 10k races. Whether you are a walker or a runner this is a great opportunity to be active and to give to a great charity, Holy Family. If you are interested in registering, please see the link below.

http://www.playtri.com/believe/

What to do with all of the Halloween candy?

Halloween is now officially behind us and if your kids had the type of night that mine did you may find yourself knee deep in candy! So the question is what to do with all of it. Sure, you could keep it and eventually toss what doesn't get eaten. Or you could donate it to our Troops who are serving overseas! If this is the option that you choose, here are a couple of places where you can take your candy. 

Texas Pediatric Dentistry
3595 S Custer Rd, McKinney
They will pay $1 per pound up to 5 pounds 
Saturday November 5th from 8:00-3:00

Faubion Middle School 
2000 Doe Rollins, McKinney
Donations will be accepted in the front office  

Chocolate Truffles

In the season of Halloween and all that is sugary and sweet, I thought I would give a yummy candy recipe. This one is fairly easy satisfies that sweet tooth. Enjoy!


Chocolate Truffles

Makes 30-40 Truffles
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon almond, oragne, vanilla or hazelnut flavoring
8 ounces bittersweet dark chocolate (at least 70 percent cacao) chopped into small pieces
Cocoa powder or chopped nuts for coating

In a small saucepan bring the whipping cream to a simmer. Stir the flavoring in, then pour the mixture over the chocolate in a separate bowl. Let stand for a few minutes before stirring until smooth. Allow to cool, then refrigerate for two hours. Form 1 inch balls using a teaspoon and rolling them between your palms. Place balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment or wax paper. Refrigerate overnight. Roll in cocoa powder or chopped nuts. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. 

Chia Seeds

If you have been in a grocery store lately you have probably noticed that there is an abundance of chia seeds or products that contain chia seeds. So what is this so called Superfood? I found this very simple article that breaks down the benefits of adding chia seeds to your diet. It also gives some ideas of how to add chia seeds to your diet. If you have a few minutes, it's definitely worth the read. 

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/291334.php

What's in your lunchbox Part 2

We're almost two months into the school year and I'm already burned out on packing daily lunches. Sometimes I just need a new idea to get me excited (okay, who are we kidding, I'm never excited to pack lunches!) My kids are not kids who like eating sandwiches everyday so this presents an even bigger challenge and definitely forces me to be a little creative. If you and your kids are burned out on lunches, here are a few ideas to make lunch more interesting. 

1. Hot Dogs (minus the bun)
Like most kids, my kids love hot dogs. However, hot dogs aren't the most convenient foods to throw into a lunch box. Not only will the hot dog be cold by lunchtime but the bun would be soggy. Instead, I like to cook a few hot dogs in the morning before school, cut them into pieces and put them into a thermos to keep them warm. Rather than a bun, I throw in a few crackers instead. Of course, don't forget to include a small container of ketchup for dipping!

2. Mac and Cheese
Again, this is another thermos recipe. About once a week while my kids are eating breakfast I make a pot of mac and cheese and throw it into a thermos. I love this idea because you can pack the rest of their lunch the night before and do this quickly in the morning.

3. Chicken Nuggets
Are you sensing a theme here? Yes, this is another recipe that I cook and throw into a thermos.  I know that they serve chicken nuggets for lunch at school, however, I am a little picky about the kinds of nuggets my kids eat and this option allows me to give them a product that I feel good about. This is especially a good idea for kids that are gluten sensitive and need to very specific type of chicken nugget. This is another one that I cook in the morning while the kids are eating breakfast and throw right into the thermos so they are nice and warm for lunchtime. 

4. Homemade Lunchables
Yes, I know you can buy these in the grocery store and most of them are fairly inexpensive, but I have looked at the ingredients on the ones in the store and unfortunately I can't pronounce several of them. For me that's a deal breaker so instead I buy the lunch meat and crackers that I prefer and make them myself. This may sound time consuming but it's actually pretty easy. Rather than cutting up cheese, I use string cheese. I include a few crackers and some rolled up lunch meat and Ta Da...a lunchable is what you get!

5. English Muffin Pizzas
One of my kids favorite lunches are English Muffin Pizzas. These are super easy and quick to make in the morning. Here's how you do it:
-Slice two or more English Muffins in half (this will vary depending on how many kids you are feeding and how much they eat)
-Place the muffins on a cookie sheet with the cut side facing up 
-Spread with marinara sauce, top with shredded mozzarella and any additional toppings your child likes
-Cook at 350 degrees for 8 minutes
-Let them cool for a few minutes so that the cheese can set
-Cover each muffin with parchment paper or wax paper and wrap in aluminum foil. It is important to use the parchment or wax paper so that the cheese and toppings don't stick to the foil. 

I hope some of these ideas are helpful for you especially if you are feeling like you are in a rut when it comes to packing lunches. Stay tuned for more lunchbox recipes in the future!

Pumpkin Party Dip

Tis the season for all that is pumpkin! Fall is finally here and with it comes my yearly over indulgence into the ever expanding world of pumpkin recipes. This is one that I came across a few years ago and make sure that I make at least once in the Fall. It is a great one to take to a potluck or to whip up as a snack or while watching a football game on the weekend. 



Pumpkin Party Dip

Ingredients:
4 oz cream cheese at room temperature
6 oz plain Greek yogurt
1/4 cup pumpkin puree
1 tsp cinnamon
2 tbsp brown sugar

1. Beat cream cheese and yogurt until smooth.
2. Add in pumpkin, sugar and cinnamon and mix until all is combined. 
3. Serve with apple slices, gingersnaps or pita chips. 

Gluten Free Quinoa Salad

As someone who eats gluten free, sometimes finding a good side dish that is not a typical salad can be tricky. I recently came across this very easy and delicious quinoa salad. Don't let the gluten free label deter you. Quinoa is gluten free and is a great substitute for pasta in salads. It is also extremely versatile and can be used in so many recipes. This salad is very basic and can be a side dish or can become a main dish by adding feta cheese and cooked chicken breast. Cut up spinach and zucchini would also be great additions to this recipe. This would be a great one to make on a weekend and keep for lunches during the week. Enjoy!

http://www.food.com/recipe/gluten-free-quinoa-salad-449231

Sweet Potatoes

Sweet, sweet potatoes

http://www.health.com/health/gallery/0,,20600272,00.html?xid=healthyliving09292016

It's no surprise that sweet potatoes are at the top of nearly everyone's healthiest foods list. One baked, medium-sized sweet potato contains 438% of your daily value of vitamin A (a white potato contains 1%), 37% of your vitamin C, and some calcium, potassium, and iron too. All this at just 105 calories!

What's more, they also deliver 4 grams of dietary fiber—16% of the daily value—and absolutely zip in terms of fat.

Here are a few recipes to help you get your sweet potato fill!

Curried Carrot, Sweet Potato, and Ginger Soup

Rita Maas

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons canola oil
• 1/2 cup chopped shallots
• 3 cups (1/2-inch) cubed peeled sweet potato
• 1 1/2 cups (1/4-inch) sliced peeled carrots
• 1 tablespoon grated ginger
• 2 teaspoons curry powder
• 3 cups fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
• 1/2 teaspoon salt 
   

Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add shallots; saute 3 minutes or until tender. Add potato, carrots, ginger, and curry; cook 2 minutes. Add broth; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 25 minutes or until vegetables are tender; stir in salt.

Pour half of soup in a food processor; pulse until smooth. Repeat procedure with remaining soup.

Spicy Sweet Potato Oven Fries

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided 
  
  
• 4 small sweet potatoes, each cut lengthwise into 8 wedges (about 1 3/4 pounds)
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
• 
  

Preparation

Preheat oven to 425°.

Brush a large shallow pan with 1 teaspoon oil. Place pan in oven.

Combine 2 teaspoons oil and remaining ingredients in a large bowl; toss well. Carefully remove pan from oven; spread potato mixture in pan. Bake at 425° for 35 minutes or until crisp, stirring occasionally.

Red Beans and Rice

This summer while on vacation in Colorado we spent a day at a Renaissance Festival. There were lots of great food options to choose from so when it came time for lunch I spent some time weighing my options. Being gluten free I don't always have a lot of choices when it comes to lunch selections but I was pleasantly surprised when I saw that they had red beans and rice. I very rarely eat red beans and rice but decided to try it. My oldest son decided that my meal looked pretty tasty and wanted one of his own. He ended up loving it and ever since then has been asking me when I was going to make red beans and rice for dinner. Since this is a meal I have never made I was hesitant as to how it would turn out and whether it would be well received by my family. I was pleasantly surprised to find that the recipe was easy AND my family loved it, so much so that two of my three kids wanted to take the leftovers for lunch the next day! I know that finding easy meals that the whole family will eat is difficult so I had to share this with you all. I hope your family enjoys it!

http://www.food.com/recipe/weeknight-red-beans-and-rice-37087

Rice Cooker Mac And Cheese

A few months ago I came across a super easy and yummy Mac and Cheese recipe that my whole family loves. This is a versatile recipe that can be used as a side dish or as a main dish. I use this recipe as a main dish by adding fully cooked chicken sausage and broccoli to make a complete meal. You could also add cooked ground beef or cooked ground turkey and other vegetables like peas or cauliflower. The best part is that it is fast and only takes about 30 minutes in a rice cooker. I hope your family will enjoy it as much as mine does!

Rice Cooker Mac & Cheese  (Serves 4-6)

• Prep Time: 5 mins,
 
• Cook Time: 35 mins,
 
• Rating: 

I don't know many kids who don't like macaroni and cheese. Come on, cheese and pasta, what's not to like? I love making my own mac and cheese, but even for someone like me who wants to make everything homemade, it's not always easy. Between cooking the...

Ingredients

• 2 cups pasta (any bite size pasta is fine. You can also use Gluten Free pasta)
• 1 1/2 cups chicken stock
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese (Cheddar or Colby work great)

Preparation

1. 1. Place the first 3 ingredients in the rice cooker and cook for 15 minutes.
2. 2. Open the lid, add the milk and cheese, stir to combine, close the lid and cook for an additional 20 minutes (25 minutes if you want it to have a crust on the bottom).
3. *Rice cookers can cook at different heats, so make sure to check the mac & cheese after if cooks for 30 minutes once or twice.
4. 3. Serve.
6. * Option: If you want to add cooked meat or vegetables (can be uncooked) you will do so in Step 2. 

Crape Myrtle 5K Run

If you are looking for a fun way to get your whole family out and active here's the event for you! The Crape Myrtle 5K Walk/Run will take place on Saturday September 24th at Boyd High School. Here is the link for further details. crapemyrtletrails.org

Hope to see you there!

How to Get Your Kids to Eat More Fruits and Veggies

If your kids turn up their noses to the fruits and veggies that you put on their plates this article might be just what you need. Hope it provides some helpful ideas!

http://weelicious.com/2016/09/09/eat-more-fruits-and-veggies/

Snack Attack

Our kids get home from school and within minutes it can look like a tornado has hit the pantry. Boxes are pulled off of shelves and wrappers are all over the kitchen table. Yes, these kids are hungry when they get home from a day of learning! As parents we can often get in a rut with snacks. Whether it's for after school or even for them to munch on during the day snack time can be challenging. Here are some ideas to help you when you just can't think of something new.

1. Fruit and Chocolate
Okay, you can't get much better than this. By melting some chocolate, preferably dark chocolate,  with a small amount of coconut oil (this varies depending on how much chocolate you are using but start out with just a few drops) you can melt up the perfect pairing for some fruit. My favorite fruit and chocolate combos are bananas, strawberries, pineapple and apples. The coconut oil keeps the chocolate from clumping and can be omitted if you don't have any or have an allergy.

2. Mix It Up
Most kids love snack mixes. By mixing together some cheese crackers or pretzels with nuts, raisins, seeds and chocolate chips you have a great snack that's perfect for busy afternoons. This one is so easy because you can make it just the way your child likes it and they can even help grab their favorite ingredients.

3. Whip It Up
No child can resist whipped cream, many adults can't either! There is no need to save the homemade whipped cream for Thanksgiving. Whip up your own batch and grab some fruit for dipping. Here is a simple recipe that can be made in minutes. This recipe calls for Promised Land Heavy Whipping Cream but I have used it with other brands.

http://www.promisedlanddairy.com/recipe_items/promised-land-dairy-homemade-whipped-cream/

4. Go Nuts
One of my favorite snacks is an apple cut in half (seeds removed) spread with peanut butter or almond butter and topped with a sprinkle of cinnamon. My kids also like dipping sliced apples in peanut butter but this would work with any nut butter.

5. Kabobs
Fruit and cheese kabobs are a great way to fill kids up after school. With a few wooden skewers, some cheese and fruits of your choice you can create a snack on a stick that is sure to please even picky eaters.

Happy Snacking!

Pancake Recipe

Weekends are normally the time when I like to make a big breakfast for my family. As we approach a long weekend, I thought I would share one of my favorite pancake recipes. Enjoy!

Pancake Recipe

Ingredients:
1 1/4 cups flour (you can use regular flour, wheat flour or a cup for cup Gluten Free flour)
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 cup milk or almond milk
1 egg

Preheat pancake griddle to 350 degrees or stove top griddle to medium heat. Grease pan with butter to prevent sticking.

In a bowl, mix flour, sugar and baking powder. In a separate bowl, combine milk and egg. Whisk milk mixture into flour mixture until blended. 

Spoon batter on to griddle flipping only when bubbles appear on the tops of the pancakes. Serve with real maple syrup. 

Add Ins:
This recipe is super yummy with chocolate chips or white chocolate chips!
Blueberries would also work well in this recipe. 

Note: I always double this recipe. If we have leftovers I use them for breakfast the next day!

How Much Added Sugar Should Your Child Be Eating A Day?

As a parent I am always looking at the sugar content in the foods that I give my kids. Whether it's yogurt, juice, granola bars or cereal I try to find foods with the least amount of sugar. Recently a new study by the American Heart Association came out with a daily recommendation of how much added sugar our kids should eat in a day. I thought it was interesting and wanted to share it with you. 


http://myfox8.com/2016/08/28/no-more-than-6-teaspoons-of-sugar-a-day-for-kids-new-recommendation/

Crustless Quiche

Growing up my mom would make quiche every once in awhile for dinner. I always enjoyed those dinners because it was a meal that was a little bit different than most dinners. A few years ago I came across a recipe for a Crustless Quiche and decided to try it. Now it is one of those recipes that my kids love and part of our regular meal rotation. It is super easy and very versatile as you can add in lots of additional ingredients to cater it to your family's preferences. I like to serve it along side fresh cut fruit and veggies and some homemade muffins. I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as I do!


Crustless Quiche

Ingredients:
5 eggs
1/4 cup flour 
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp baking powder
4 tablespoons of melted butter
1 cup cottage cheese
2 cups of shredded cheese

Combine all ingredients and pour into a well greased 9x9 pan. Bake at 400 degrees for 25 minutes. 

Notes:
Gluten free flour works fine in this recipe.
Cooked ground sausage or bacon work well in this recipe. 
Spinach, onions or mushrooms are also great additions. 

What's For Dinner?

As the school year starts along with it comes homework and lots of activities to juggle.
By dinner time many of us are tapped out and don't want to think about preparing a meal for our family. Often on busy nights it's easiest to grab food to go or go out to eat. While eating out provides convenience it also offers lots of unhealthy choices and can be expensive when done frequently. Here are some tips to help you stay on track with eating at home while balancing all the craziness that comes with kids weeknight schedules. 

1. Meal Plan
By taking a little time on the weekend to sit down and make a menu for the week you can end up saving yourself time and energy at dinnertime. When planning a weekly menu, make a list of all the ingredients you will need for each meal so that you only need to grocery shop once to have all you need for the week. I find it helpful when meal planning to look at my calendar for the week to see what activities we have on what nights so that I don't plan a labor intensive meal on a very busy evening. I have recently started posting our weekly menu on a chalkboard in the kitchen so that my family can see what we are having for dinner each night. That has put an end to the nightly question of "What's for dinner, mom?"

2. Keep Ingredients For Your Favorite Meals On Hand
If you are not someone who plans their meals in advance this is a great tip for you. By always having ingredients for the meals that you make the most on hand at all times you save yourself the hassle of trying to scavenge together something from your pantry at dinnertime. Pasta, spaghetti sauce, rice, cream of chicken soup, taco shells and canned beans are regular staples in my pantry. It is also helpful to have frozen veggies in the freezer. There is nothing worse than going into the fridge at dinnertime to find that all of your veggies are rotten! The more ingredients you have on hand the easier it will be when dinner time rolls around. 

3. Keep It Simple
There are no awards for the amount of time you spend making dinner. It doesn't have a be complicated. Sandwiches and soup with some cut up fruit and veggies is a perfect dinner especially on a busy night. In fact, my family loves when I buy sub sandwich buns and they can have subs for dinner. Yes, you could just go to Subway instead but you save a lot of money and can make your sandwiches healthier when doing it yourself. A regular meal in our house during the Fall and Winter is tomato soup and grilled cheese. It's quick and easy and perfect for busy nights. 

4. Use Your Crockpot
I don't know the exact origin of the crockpot but am fairly certain that it was invented by a busy mom. There is nothing better then coming home after an exhausting day to know that dinner is already prepared. By taking a few minutes in the morning or even preparing some ingredients the night before, you can have a complete meal by dinnertime. I love using my crockpot on those nights when we have practices right at dinnertime. Whether it's a roast chicken, pot roast, pasta or soup your crockpot is the perfect item to use to keep you eating at home even on busy nights. 

5. Use Your Leftovers
Often leftovers get shoved in the back of the fridge only to be thrown away a week later. If you find that you have a lot of leftovers, use those to feed your family on nights when you don't have time to cook. To take this a step further, you can use some of your leftovers to create a new meal. For example, if you make too much pot roast you can grind up the leftovers in a food processor along with some BBQ sauce to make BBQ beef sandwiches. If you have leftover chicken breasts, use them for chicken tacos or fajitas. Leftover corn on the cob? Use it to make a corn chowder or add it to pasta with some bacon and parmesan for a yummy twist on spaghetti.  Leftovers don't have to be boring especially when you can find new ways to present them. 

6. Cook In Bulk
Cooking extras can help you save time during the week. When browning meat for spaghetti or tacos, make extras to throw in the fridge or freezer for another night. If you are going to grill on the weekend, grill some extra chicken, burgers or hotdogs to have during the week especially on a night when you know you won't have time to cook. Making a casserole? Double the recipe and put one in the freezer for later.

I hope you find some of these tips helpful. Most importantly, give yourself grace. Sometimes eating out or grabbing dinner on the go is just a fact of life but when you can, plan ahead and dinnertime can be a less stressful time of the day. 

Get Up and Get Moving

Recently our neighborhood started hosting early morning yoga and bootcamp by the Hidden Creek Community Pool. It is such a great way to get the day started and also a fun way to connect with other members of our community as well as Walker parents. Here is the information:

Yoga: MWF at 5:45 AM
Bootcamp: Thursday at 5:45 AM
Cost: $8 for one class or $50 for a month for unlimited classes

For more information please feel free to visit Skye Truth Joy Yoga or Yogi Amy on Facebook

Hope to see you there!

What's In Your Lunchbox?

Most of us have gotten the summer off from having to pack lunches for our kids. Sure, we still had to make them lunch but there is a difference between packing a lunch at 10:00 at night or 6:30 in the morning and actually making them a lunch at noon each day. 

Packing lunches takes thought and preparation. When it comes to starting back to school I try to find new recipes and ideas to keep my kids' lunch boxes from being anything but boring. This year I bought Bento boxes so that they would have different compartments for their food rather than packing several sandwich bags or containers. My hope is that this will help me stay on top of coming up with new and creative lunch ideas. Here is one lunch box recipe that my kids love that I wanted to share courtesy of Elana's Pantry. It does take a little bit of time so is a great one to make on the weekend and keep in the fridge for the week. 

Pizza Muffins

Serves: 12

Ingredients

·         1 ½ cups blanched almond flour (not almond meal)

·         ½ teaspoon celtic sea salt

·         ½ teaspoon baking soda

·         4 large eggs

·         ¼ cup tomato sauce, plus ¼ cup for topping

·         ½ cup cheddar cheese, plus ½ cup for topping

·         ½ cup parmesan cheese, plus ½ cup for topping

·         2 ounces pepperoni, plus 2 ounces for topping

Instructions

1.      In a food processor, combine almond flour, salt, and baking soda

2.      Pulse in eggs and sauce until combined

3.      Pulse in cheeses and pepperoni

4.      Line 12 muffin cups with paper liners

5.      Scoop a heaping 1/4 cup of batter into each cup

6.      Bake at 350° for 25 minutes

7.      Remove from oven; place 1 teaspoon sauce on top of each muffin

8.      Sprinkle cheese over sauce

9.      Sprinkle pepperoni over cheese

10.  Place back in oven and bake for 15 more minutes

11.  Cool for 1 hour

12.  Serve

Welcome!

Welcome to Walker Elementary's Healthy Lifestyles Blog! Here you will find recipes and news about local events in our community. I hope you will visit this blog often and that it offers new ideas and tips for you and your family.