Gluten & Nut Free, Banana Chocolate Chip Granola Bars

ChocolateChipBananaGranolaBars

Granola bars are a great after school snack.  Finding one that has all natural ingredients, organic and affordable can be a challenge.  If you have a gluten free and nut free kid… even more difficult. I’ve never made granola bars before.  Every recipe I found was either full of tree nuts, peanuts, or with binding [...]

Gluten Free Breakfast Spirals

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My daughter, Little Miss, has a severe peanut allergy.  Making healthy and fun school lunches has always been a priority; so much so, that I started a personal blog to document my journey. Recently, we began a gluten free diet and a month into it I could already see an amazing difference in her health!   [...]

Oatmeal Breakfast Cookie

breakfast cookie

If it looks like a cookie, tastes like a cookie, then it must be a cookie! Said Cookie Monster on Sesame Street.  It is… sort of.  This is a breakfast favorite in our house.  Little does my family know that these cookies have protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals, and omega 3s.  Sssssshhhhhhhhh! Don’t tell them!   [...]

MOMables™ Pantry Granola

homemade granola

You’ll find this granola in my pantry at all times.  Fantastic with yogurt, on salads, and the kids love it! It’s simple, quick to prepare, and this basic recipe can yield lots of creative variations!  I’ve tried many different recipes and after changing them over time, I ended up with my own written on a [...]

Making Healthy Changes: The Breakfast Edition

french toast sticks

As a mom of four, one of the biggest sources of stress during my day is trying to get the oldest two kids out the door on time for school. I want them to eat good, hearty breakfasts that will keep them going until lunch (or at least snack time), but I don’t have time [...]