These banana oatmeal pancakes are so easy and perfect for a slow weekend breakfast or brunch! Packed with nutrition and flavor, these will become a family favorite! Throw some chocolate-chips in for a little more fun (your kids will love it).

INGREDIENTS:

1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats

1 cup milk of choice

2 large eggs

1/2 ripe banana

1 tablespoon unsalted butter, plus more for cooking

1 tablespoon stevia

2/3 cup all-purpose flour

2 teaspoons baking powder

1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 

1 tsp pure vanilla extract

DIRECTIONS:

Whisk 1 cup rolled oats and 1 cup milk together in a large bowl. Let stand for 10 minutes for the oats to soften. Next, melt 1 tablespoon unsalted butter and set it aside to cool.

Add the butter, 2 eggs, and 1 tablespoon stevia to the oats, whisk to combine. Add 2/3 cup flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 banana, and vanilla...

Why is this called "The Best Turkey Chili?" Well.... it was actually named that in a local chili competition, and honestly we couldn't agree more! Easy and delicious this will for sure be a repeater in your household! We love using the leftovers on-top of baked potatoes or freeze the leftovers for a nutritious meal that can be made in minutes! 

INGREDIENTS:

1 lb. ground turkey

1 yellow onion, chopped

2 cans chili beans 

4.5 oz. green chiles 

50 oz can of tomato juice

1 chili seasoning packet

chili seasoning

DIRECTIONS:

In a large pot, add ground turkey, onion, green chiles, and cook until turkey is done. 

Add chili beans, tomato juice, and chili seasoning packet. Stir. Sprinkle a few dashes of chili seasoning on top and bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to medium-low, stirring frequently. Allow to cook for 1-2 hours for the best flavor. It's even better the next day!

Optional* Serve with a side of elbow noodles.  Enjoy!

You won't miss the meat in this vegetarian shepherd's pie! It is still packed with protein and completely plant-based. Even better... you probably have most of these ingredients at home. Comforting, delicious, and great leftover the next day. This dish is perfect for a Meatless Monday or just a comforting meal your family will love!

Tired of snacking on the same old thing? These Starbucks Protein Box Dupes are so simple....plus your kiddos will LOVE helping to make them! Feel free to swap different veggies, fruits...the options are endless! In these specific boxes we used:

2 hard boiled eggs

white cheddar cheese slices

sliced honey crisp apples

red grapes

Enjoy!

This authentic Mexican rice is a staple at our house! Just a few ingredients, a little bit of time and it's like you're sitting at an authentic Mexican restaurant. You can also use quinoa in this recipe to pack in some protein!

INGREDIENTS:

1 yellow onion

2 cloves of garlic, minced

1 cup white rice (can use whole grain rice it just takes longer to cook, or quinoa).

2.5 cups chicken or veggie broth (chicken bone broth works great too).

2 TBS tomato sauce

1/2 cup frozen peas (optional)

2 TBS olive oil

Salt and Pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS:

Sauté onion and garlic in ~2TBS olive oil until fragrant. Add rice until it starts to golden. Add broth, tomato sauce, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil and then turn down heat, cover and cook for 15 to 20 minutes ( longer if using whole grain rice). With ~5 minute remaining, toss in frozen peas, cover and allow to cook until peas are heated through. Fluff with a fork and enjoy!

Ribolitta is a comforting classic Italian soup that combines tons of veggies, hearty beans, olive oil, and crisp bread. If you are looking to impress, this simple-classic meal will do the trick! Enjoy!

These egg muffins are EGGcellent! Too much? Probably.... But really they are so good and even better...easy to make! Perfect for an on-the-go breakfast or snack! Enjoy!

INGREDIENTS:

1 sweet potato
1 onion
1 handful of spinach
5 -6 eggs
1/3 cup milk of choice
1 tsp paprika
Cumin to taste
Salt to taste
pepper to taste
Olive oil

DIRECTIONS:
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Dice sweet potato and onion. Heat enough olive oil to coat a cast iron skillet. Cook sweet potato and onion until potatoes are done and slightly crisp. Throw spinach in skillet and cover until wilted. Mix. Add paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper to taste. Add more olive oil as needed. Set to the side.

Crack open eggs and whip with 1/3 cup milk of choice. Use muffin pan and place muffin cups in pan (or spray with olive oil if you don’t have them). Fill each cup 1/2 way with potato mix and pour egg mixture on top until 3/4 full. Bake for 15-20 minutes until eggs are completely done! Enjoy!

Did you know that there are ~350 different types of pasta in the world!? That is A LOT of pasta and we're not mad about it!  We found this cute veggie radiatore at Target and knew it would be so much fun coming up with a recipe to highlight it’s cute shape! This sauce combines extra virgin olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, lemon, red pepper flakes and Herbes de Provence! Full recipe dEATs below. Enjoy!

INGREDIENTS:

1 cup Target Simply Balanced veggie radiatore pasta.
2 tablespoons Olive Oil
2 to 3 scallions (white & light green parts) finely sliced
1/4 cup thinly sliced sun dried tomato
1/2 cup frozen peas
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepperflakes
Juice of 1/2 a lemon.
1 pinch crushed peppercorn & herbes de Provence, more to taste
1 pinch salt, more to taste
1 handful fresh grated or shaved parmesan.

DIRECTIONS:

Heat 4 cups of water with about a tsp each, of salt and olive oil. When it boils, add the Pasta and cook as per the instructions on the package. When...

This is BY FAR  one of our most popular recipes! Buffalo Cauliflower Bites! SO good...even the biggest meat eaters love them!! Quick, simple and delish! 

INGREDIENTS:
4 cups cauliflower florets (~1 medium head)
1 cup Bobs Red Mill superfine almond flour (can also use regular flour)
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 large eggs
1/2 cup Frank's Red Hot, hot sauce

DIRECTIONS:
Preheat oven to 400ºF and spray a baking sheet with olive oil cooking spray.Prep cauliflower, by cutting into “wing-sized” pieces, or purchase pre-cut. Set aside.

Make rub my mixing together almond flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Transfer into a gallon-sized bag. Then, crack 2 eggs in a bowl and whisk.Dip cauliflower into the egg mixture and thoroughly coat. Then transfer into gallon-sized bag. Repeat with all pieces of cauliflower.Shake bag so that the cauliflower gets coated with rub.

Transfer cauliflower onto...

Last night I tried my hand at red curry and it turned out surprisingly well! Kevin absolutely loved it which is always a win! #husbandapproved and #kidapproved .The best part... it was really simple and can be made in 30 min! Add chicken, shrimp, or tofu for some added protein! Enjoy!

INGREDIENTS:
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large shallot
4 garlic cloves , minced
2 tablespoons grated ginger
1/4 cup red curry paste
1 (14.5oz) can full-fat coconut milk
1 (14.5oz) can lite coconut milk
3 tablespoons low sodium tamari sauce (found at any grocery store)
2 TBS sriracha (optional)
1 (10 oz) rice noodles or ramen
2 cups broccoli florets
1 cup sliced carrots
1 cup sliced red pepper
Scallions to sprinkle
Sesame seeds to sprinkle

DIRECTIONS:
Heat the oil in a large skillet and add the shallot, garlic, and ginger. Saute for 2 minutes until you can smell the garlic. (My favorite smell ever btw). Next, add the red curry paste, coconut milk, sriracha, tamari, and bring to a boil. Turn down to a simmer and...