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Whole Wheat Pancake and Muffin Mix

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Want to make healthy Pancakes and Muffins fast? Make this Whole Wheat Pancake and Muffin Mix so you can make delicious, healthy pancakes and muffins anytime you want them! Store this mix in the freezer and pull it out anytime you want some delicious pancakes or muffins!

Healthy muffins are perfect for a snack or even a dessert! Make the healthy muffin recipe whenever you need some muffins fast. The pancake recipe is even faster! And yes you can eat pancakes for dinner! In this cooking video Karen Breyer will show you step-by-step how to make them with this Whole Wheat Pancake and Muffin Mix.

Enjoy a healthy breakfast or snack anytime with these yummy pancakes and muffins! Watch this cooking video and make some pancakes and muffins today with this easy, healthy Whole Wheat Pancake and Muffin Mix!

Yield: About 8 cups

Whole Wheat Pancake and Muffin Mix

Ingredients

  • 1 cup walnuts
  • 6 cups whole wheat flour
  • 1/3 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup baking powder
  • 1/3 cup date or coconut sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Kosher salt

Instructions

  1. Place 1 cup of walnuts and 1 cup of flour in a food processor. Process until the nuts are fine like the flour. (Repeat this step if you are doubling this recipe)
  2. Pour nut and flour mixture into a large mixing bowl.
  3. Add the rest of the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, sugar, salt into the bowl. Mix all the ingredients together.
  4. The mix is ready to use. Store unused mix in a freezer bag or plastic container in the freezer until ready to use.
  5. See the recipes to make pancakes or muffins.

Notes

I use non-GMO cornstarch.

I recommend using baking powder without aluminum.

You can double this mix if you like. You will need a very large mixing bowl that can hold more than 12 cups.

Muffins recipe from this mix:
http://cookinglessonsfordad.com/muffins-from-whole-wheat-mix/

Pancakes recipe from this mix:
http://cookinglessonsfordad.com/pancakes-from-whole-wheat-mix/

© Karen Breyer

 

Chia Pudding

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Want to try Chia Pudding but not sure how to make it? Chia Pudding is a super easy, healthy recipe that is perfect for breakfast and as a snack or dessert!  Customize your chia pudding by adding a variety of additional ingredients like nuts, dried fruit, spices, extracts, sweeteners, cacao powder and more!

In this cooking video Karen Breyer will show you step-by-step how to make this Chia Pudding recipe! I think you will love Chia Pudding and add it to your list of favorite healthy recipes. Watch this cooking video and make some delicious Chia Pudding for breakfast or dessert!

Yield: 4 - 6 servings

Chia Pudding

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup chia seeds
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup raisins
  • 1 cup walnuts, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • 3 cups milk, dairy free (more or less to taste)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, stir together the chia seeds and water. Make sure the seeds are completely covered. Soak a few hours or overnight.
  2. Stir the rest of the ingredients into the soaked chia seeds.
  3. Add additional ingredients if desired.
  4. Serve. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Notes

Add additional ingredients as desired. Some tasty options are cinnamon, nutmeg, cocoa, vanilla, flavored extracts, orange and lemon zest, berries, diced fresh fruit, dried fruit, chopped dates, nuts, honey, maple syrup, fruit jams, agave, and more.

You may want to add a pinch or two of Kosher or sea salt to taste.

© Karen Breyer

 

Herbed Scrambled Eggs

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Looking for new healthy, breakfast egg recipes? Try these tasty Herb Scrambled Eggs! This easy scrambled egg recipe is perfect for breakfast, brunch or anytime! In this cooking video Karen Breyer will show you step-by-step how to make this delicious Herbed Scrambled Eggs recipe.

Scrambling eggs is an easy way to cook eggs. Add some herbs and create an amazing breakfast or brunch that everyone will love! Watch this cooking video and make these tasty Herbed Scrambled Eggs today!

Yield: 2

Herbed Scrambled Eggs

Ingredients

  • 5 eggs
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt (or to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon basil
  • 2-3 teaspoons garlic, minced
  • Pepper, fresh ground (to taste)
  • Cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Break the eggs into a mixing bowl. Add the water, salt, oregano and basil. Whisk together until well blended.
  2. Spray a skillet and heat over medium heat until it is hot enough to sizzle a drop of water.
  3. When the pan is hot add the garlic and stir for about 1 minute.
  4. Pour in the egg mixture. Cook without stirring until the mixture begins to set on the bottom and around the edges.
  5. Gently stir the mixture with a spatula. Lift cooked potions to allow the thin, uncooked portions to flow underneath. Do not constantly stir. You can turn them over occasionally if you want.
  6. Cook the eggs until they are just thickened throughout, but are still shiny and moist.
  7. Remove the pan and serve right away. Season with additional salt and pepper if desired.

Notes

You can whisk the eggs with a fork or whisk.

© Karen Breyer

 

Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs

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Looking for an easier way to make Hard Boiled Eggs? Here it is! Make your next batch of Hard Boiled Eggs in an Instant Pot! It is so easy and no waiting for a pot of water to boil. Just put the eggs in your Instant Pot with 1 cup of water and turn it on! The eggs will be cooked quickly and are so easy to peel!

In this cooking video Karen Breyer will show you step-by-step how to make Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs. They are very easy to make and peel! Watch this cooking video and make some Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs today!

Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs

Ingredients

  • 6 eggs
  • 1 cup water

Instructions

  1. Place the steam rack on the bottom of the Instant Pot. Add 1 cup water.
  2. Place the eggs on the steam rack.
  3. Close and lock the lid. Set the valve to the sealing position.
  4. Press the Manual button.
  5. Press the + or - and set the time for 5-8 minutes. Cook larger eggs longer and smaller eggs fewer minutes. You can also adjust the time depending on how hard or soft you like your eggs. For softer eggs cook less, for harder eggs cook longer.
  6. When the cooking cycle ends, wait 5 minutes and then turn the steam release button to the venting position. Let the steam out until the float valve drops down.
  7. Press the keep warm/cancel button. When the LED displays OFF and the float valve is down you can open the lid.
  8. Remove the eggs and place them in a bowl of ice water. Cool the eggs at least 5 minutes.
  9. Serve the hard boiled eggs warm or refrigerate them and serve them cold later. Peel the eggs just before serving.

Notes

Make sure to keep your hands and face away from the steam release openings.

Unpeeled hard boiled eggs will keep a week in the refrigerator.

You can also cool the eggs by running them under cold water until they are cool.

See a cooking demonstration of this Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs recipe on the Cooking Lessons for Dad YouTube channel.

© Karen Breyer

 

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