Sourdough Bread

Sourdough Bread

I always have sourdough starter in my refrigerator and Saturday I started some bread. I say started because it was a 24 hour process, but worth the wait! I use Alexandra's recipe

My most requested Muffin recipe

My most requested Muffin recipe

This is by far my most requested muffin recipe. They are high in fiber, do not contain flour or added fat and they are absolutely delicious. My gift to you this holiday season (o.k., I'll share the recipe anytime..) Oat Bran Muffins By Patty James Serves 12 2 cups oat...

Minestrone Soup, My Granola and Pumpkin Cake

Minestrone Soup, My Granola and Pumpkin Cake

In the fall and winter months, what is more satisfying than a nice bowl of soup? Not much! Here is my Minestrone Soup Recipe; a great way to eat a lot of veggies and with Farro in the recipe, it also contains a whole grain. The Pumpkin cake recipe is not too sweet and...

Almond Meal Muffins

Almond Meal Muffins

If you make your own almond milk, you might wonder what to do with the almond meal after you've strained out the milk. Here's one idea and recipe for you that I came up with this morning. If you make any alterations, please let us all know! Almond Meal Muffins Preheat...

Morning Glory Muffins

Morning Glory Muffins

Did that photo get your attention? Mainly I want to show you how simple changes in a recipe can make it healthier. The original recipe called for 1 1/4 cup of firmly packed brown sugar and I used a little less than 1 cup and didn't pack it at all, so most likely it...

Flourless Chocolate Cake-just in time for Valentines Day

Flourless Chocolate Cake-just in time for Valentines Day

I try to remember to post this recipe every Valentines Day, because it's just perfect for the day! It's a deep, dark, rich chocolate cake that puffs up in the oven, then falls when it's cooling to turn into a little piece of heaven. Make a puree of some sort of...

Pancakes on a Stick-AH!-please read

Pancakes on a Stick-AH!-please read

When I traveled the country interviewing kids about their health, I heard many times that they liked 'Pancakes on a Stick,' which I had never heard of before. Now that I'm in the process of creating health programs and a book based on what the kids want and need,...

Warm Chai-Spiced Bran Muffins

Warm Chai-Spiced Bran Muffins

Today I felt like making some muffins and I had oat bran, but didn't feel like making my tried and true Oat Bran Muffin recipe. Here is what I came up with and I'm sure you'll agree, it's a winner! It smells so good in here! Bran Muffins: 1 1/2 cups oat or wheat bran...