Quinoa is often used as a substitute for rice or pasta, but it can be used for so much more. Try these Chocolate Quinoa Bites for a spin on No-bake chocolate oatmeal cookies. They are sure to be a winner all around!
Fro-Yo Blueberry Lemon Bites
We are celebrating Family Mealtime this month! Having meals and also preparing recipes together is a beneficial way to engage with your children. Try this chilled yummy recipe with your family….it is kid approved!
Extra Easy Hummus
Homemade hummus is simple to make and easy to enjoy! Try our recipe with vegetables, toast, chips, or spread on a sandwich. 
Ingredients
- One 15-ounce can of unsalted garbanzo beans drained liquid reserved
- 1 garlic clove crushed
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
Servings: 1/4 cup servings
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Instructions
- In a blender or food processor combine all ingredients.
- Blend on low speed, gradually adding reserved bean liquid until desired consistency is achieved.
Recipe Notes
Banana Apple Muffins
This banana-apple muffin is a yummy way to provide a nutritious start to your family’s day or as a snack to refuel kids after school. The whole-wheat base, and mix of applesauce and bananas, makes these muffins an easy way to incorporate whole grains and fruit into your day. We like to pair a muffin with fruit and low-fat yogurt for a simple, yet filling breakfast. After school, this muffin and a side of fruit is perfect served alongside homework!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups white whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup skim milk
- 1/4 cup granulated white sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 2 medium ripe bananas peeled and mashed
Servings: muffins
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Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Wash your hands and clean your cooking area.
- Combine white whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Whisk applesauce, milk, sugar, vanilla, and egg until well combined. Gently add bananas to wet ingredients.
- Fold flour mixture into wet ingredients, just until combined.
- Divide muffin batter among 12 lined muffin tins.
- Bake 18-20 minutes, until cooked through.
Recipe Notes
Pumpkin Hummus
This delicious pumpkin hummus makes a great snack, appetizer, or side dish to any meal!
Ingredients
- 1 15 ounce low sodium garbanzo beans
- 2 15 ounce pumpkin puree unsalted
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
Servings:
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Instructions
- Puree garbanzo beans in a food processor.
- Add pumpkin puree and mix well
- Add garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, ground cumin, and paprika. Mix well.
- If this recipe is too bland, add more cumin and paprika to taste.
Recipe Notes
