Quinoa Zucchini Breakfast “Pizza” [Recipe]

October 23, 2015 By Laura

I can’t be satisfied with simply being right.

No, I have to drive the point home over and over and over again.

It’s no secret that Vegas thought she didn’t like quinoa. She did. And then she did again. But the third time really is the charm.

Anyone with a sweet tooth can get on board with something sweet. I proved that point, so now it was time to go savory. I couldn’t see Vegas eating a giant quinoa bowl, so I went with her favorite food group: pizza. For breakfast. It’s a little strange but I swear it’s good – for breakfast or dinner!

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A Pantry Full of Protein [Giveaway] + Pumpkin White Chocolate Protein Pancakes [Recipe]

October 19, 2015 By Laura

Protein and I have had a long romance.

Add peanut butter to that and I’m in heaven.

When The Vitamin Shoppe sent me a giant nut butter-filled package from their protein pantry I was thrilled. Even Vegas got all wide-eyed as we pulled out all the goodies.

Spoiler: There’s a giveaway for a $100 gift card at the end of this post.

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Lemon Blueberry Breakfast Quinoa [Recipe]

October 16, 2015 By Laura

The best part about this Lemon Blueberry Breakfast Quinoa is that it’s easy. Make a giant pot of quinoa for the week and repurpose it as needed – in salads, breakfasts, or even in baked goods.

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Pumpkin Quinoa Chia Pudding [Recipe]

October 9, 2015 By Laura

Strangely enough, it does rain in San Diego.

Especially when I make something pretty that I need sunlight to take pics of.

Chia pudding, pumpkin… none of that is strange. Adding quinoa to the mix may be a little odd, but it is quite good! (As is the occasional rain.)

Our anti-inflammatory diet experiment had led to a lot of creativity. Since we are grain-free, I’ve been using sweet potato and quinoa as our main carbs. Vegas claims to not like quinoa, so naturally I’ve been sneaking it into everything. Like this pumpkin pie-inspired breakfast.

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Cornbread Waffle Breakfast Sandwich [Recipe]

September 4, 2015 By Laura

This Cornbread Waffle Sandwich uses cornbread as a healthy “bread” for a cheesy egg and bacon breakfast sandwich. The perfect customizable breakfast for a crowd!…

Savory Cornbread Waffles [Recipe]

August 21, 2015 By Laura

Savory Cornbread Waffles are an easy, savory breakfast. This cornmeal creation is light and fluffy, perfect for topping with your favorite items like eggs, bacon, and cheese!

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Peanut Butter Banana Pancakes [Gluten-Free Recipe]

August 19, 2015 By Laura

Pancakes are never a bad idea.

Especially when you have a super-ripe banana.

My bananas have two speeds: too green or too brown. How do I miss that window of a perfectly yellow banana? I guess I can’t complain if it results in pancakes!

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Strange But Good: 10 Back-to-School Recipes

August 14, 2015 By Laura

I’m not going back to school.

That would be strange and not good.

Grade school, college, and grad school was enough for me, but congrats to all the kids (and their parents) braving the start of the year! I’m here for you in spirit… and in taking the strange but goodness to school.

If I was going back to school or sending a kid to school, here are 10 Back-to-School Recipes I would make.

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