Morning Glory Muffin Recipe

Talk about a whole lot of goodness in one tasty baked treat! These morning glory muffins are easy to make, so easy in fact you don't even need a mixer.

It's just one of those comforting old fashioned recipes like grandma made that's perfect for a holiday breakfast or brunch get together. And of course they make the perfect weekend treat.

You'll love all the flavors and textures paired together in every bite, each one complementing the other. It's a classic muffin that doesn't get the attention it deserves!

They’re soft and chewy, perfectly spiced, dotted with juicy raisins and crunchy walnuts, and always sure to satisfy those cookie cravings.

The BEST Soft and Chewy Oatmeal Cookies Recipe!

You'll love all the textures in these oatmeal cookies and their rich buttery flavor. They're just one of those classic cookies everyone will love and you'll want to make time and time again.

And of course, the ultimate way to enjoy these cookies is fresh, warm from the oven with a tall glass of ice-cold, creamy whole milk.

There's just something so nostalgic about these (oatmeal cookies just like Grandma's!), and it's a tradition that should be passed down for generations to come.

These are likely to become a new favorite cookie!

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It's a healthy side dish that pairs well with chicken, beef, or lamb.

The Perfect Carrot Salad

You guys I just got thee best compliment today - my daughter claimed this Moroccan Carrot Chick Pea Salad to be better than butter noodles! Hahaha.

Coming from her though, buttered spaghetti noodles with salt are her favorite food so I was pretty excited to hear it! Especially since this is much healthier.

I'd have to say though that this is one of my favorite salad recipes too! Most definitely not your typical green salad but such a flavorful, well blended salad.

If you haven't had Moroccan food all these spices and ingredients together would seem really strange but let me tell you they are oh sooo good together!

Recipe adapted from Scrumptious South Africa Blog.

My Favorite Couscous Recipe!

There aren't many recipes I post I tell you that you have to try but please let this be one of them! I'm head over heels in love with this delicious Moroccan Couscous with Roasted Vegetables, Chick Peas, and Almonds!

I love the blend of moroccan flavors here and I also really love all the texture going on (think itty bitty couscous, soft roasted veggies, crunchy almonds, chewy raisins and tender chick peas).

And in case you missed it I recently shared a Moroccan Grilled Chicken recipe that pairs perfectly with this couscous and completes the meal. It's a meal I'm excited to make again and again and again!!

So What's In This Couscous?

• fresh veggies - bell peppers, carrots, onion, zucchini and garlic
• fresh cilantro and mint
• lemon
• spices - turmeric, cumin, cinnamon and coriander
• olive oil
• low-sodium chicken broth
• chickpeas
• almonds
• raisins
• couscous

How can this amazing salad not taste good with flavors like that? You can also easily adapt this couscous with your favorite veggies it's great for using up what you have in you kitchen.

How to Make This Tasty Couscous

• Preheat oven to 475 degrees. Grease baking sheet
• Add veggies, drizzle with oil and season.
• Roast until tender, about 15 minutes.
• Whisk olive oil, lemon, garlic and most spices.
• Bring chicken broth and turmeric to a boil.
• Pour hot chicken broth over couscous and raisins in bowl and toss
• Cover and rest 5 minutes.
• Add roasted vegetables, chick peas, almonds, cilantro, mint and lemon mixture and toss.

It Makes Great Leftovers!

Normally I'm not one that get's super excited about leftovers but I was so happy that there was some of this left after dinner because I ate it for lunch for the next two days and enjoyed it down to the last bite!

If you are getting bored of the same recipes I highly recommend adding this one to your rotation, can I talk it up enough?? Just try it and you'll see why I love it so much!

More Side Dishes You'll Love

• Greek Orzo Salad
• Mango Black Bean And Avocado Quinoa Salad
• Moroccan Carrot Chickpea Salad with Feta and Almonds

Broccoli Apple Salad

There are only a few ways you can get me to eat raw broccoli and actually enjoy it. It either needs to be mixed into a salad like so or dunked into a really good dip.

This delicious Broccoli Apple Salad is one of the best ways you can enjoy fresh broccoli! Plus it's packed with nutritious ingredients! I also made it lighter (as I frequently like to with dressings) by substituting plain Greek yogurt for some of the mayonnaise.

The Dressing

Don't get me wrong, I love mayo. My go to brand of mayonnaise is Hellman's (AKA Best Foods in some states). I always have a full-fat version of it and a light version stocked in my fridge. I use it for countless things, from sandwiches, to dressings, to salmon, to chicken salads and so forth.

It's a pantry (or in this case refrigerator) staple. I love the rich creaminess the full-fat version offers to this salad. By using the ratio of 1/3 cup regular mayo to 3/4 cup Greek yogurt, you can still keep a healthy balance without compromising great flavor.

Tips For Making This Broccoli Apple Salad

• Because the ingredients in this salad are raw it doesn't wilt so easily. You can make this in the morning and pack it in lunch containers for work, school or picnics. You can even make the dressing the night before to reduce morning prep time.
• If you don't have walnuts then cashews would be a good substitute
• You could also try adding some blue cheese (great with apple and walnuts)
• Go for sweet apples such as gala apples rather than sharp and sour ones

More Salads You You'll Love!

• Broccoli Carrot And Cauliflower Salad
• Apple Cranberry And Almond Coleslaw
• Potato Salad
• Pear Bacon And Brussels Sprouts Salad

Since I've already posted two recipes for a single cookie (one chocolate chip cookie and one 3-ingredient peanut butter cookie) I decided why not keep a good thing going and share a recipe for one single oatmeal cookie! We've got to try them all in single batch form, right?

These cookies are moist and chewy and they are simply one of the best oatmeal cookies I've ever made or had (from bakeries included). I was so surprised that such a simple recipe could yield such fantastic results! This is definitely a recipe I'm going to hang on to for the days when I get a cookie craving but don't want to take the time to make a full batch + have a huge mess in my kitchen.

I was intending on adding vanilla extract to this but forgot the second time around and I didn't really notice, it just left room for the cinnamon to shine. So if you want to, add it, if you don't, I don't think it's needed and it keeps the ingredient list down for this simple recipe.

Healthy Carrot Oat Cookies

I created this recipe because I only had 1/4 cup butter in my fridge, so I had to improvise and try something a little healthier. The result was a delicious cookie that I can feel good about eating for breakfast or piling on a plate for my kids' after-school snack.

I'm so excited about how delicious they are!  I need, yes need, dessert every day or it's just not a great day for me.  Sort of a problem, but not now with these healthier cookies as an option.

These moist, cake-like cookies melt in your mouth!  The glaze is totally optional, I mostly added it for looks so feel free to leave it off if you want less sugar (but it does make them delectable!).  Also, if you wanted to you could ice them with a low-fat or even fat-free cream cheese icing.

Healthy Breakfast Cookies

We may not like to admit it, but we've ALL had cookies for breakfast before. I'm not shaming anyone, but I think there's a way to enjoy cookies for breakfast AND feel good about it. These cookies are perfect for breakfast, especially for busy families, because they're easy to grab-and-go in addition to being sneakily healthy. Your kids are eating veggies, whole-grain oats, and fruits for breakfast without having to whip up an entire breakfast spread.

Feel free to experiment with the ingredients to create something your family loves. Add other fruits, nuts, seeds, peanut butter, or even protein powder for a little extra boost. I also like to wrap these cookies individually and freeze them, so kids can grab one and warm it up quickly before running to the bus.