High Protein Breakfast Granola Bites
Ingredients
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- 2 cups old-fashioned 5-minute oats
- 1/2 cup nonfat plain yogurt
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 1 cup whey protein powder
- 1/2 cup dried raisins or cranberries
- 1/2 cup brown sugar or brown sugar blend, packed
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- Nonstick cooking spray
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 1/2 small onion, chopped
- 3 cups fresh broccoli florets, chopped
- 3 cups low-fat lactose-free milk
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 3/4 cup sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded
- Additional shredded cheddar (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
In a large bowl, combine all ingredients; beat with electric mixer on low speed for 1 minute. Set aside.
Preheat oven to 400°. Line two (12-hole) mini muffin pans with paper liners. Coat liners with cooking spray. Scoop 2 tablespoons of granola mixture into each cup.
Bake on middle oven rack for 12 to15 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Creamy Broccoli Cheese Soup
Ingredients
Directions
Preheat oven to 375°. Place chopped potatoes on a baking sheet and drizzle 2 tablespoons olive oil over the top. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and roast 30 minutes or until soft.
While potatoes roast, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Sauté onion 5 minutes or until golden brown. Set aside.
Steam broccoli florets in a steamer, or microwave safe dish.
Heat milk and vegetable broth in a saucepan over low heat. Add cheese and nutmeg and stir until melted.
Once potatoes are done, put all ingredients and half of broccoli into a blender. Blend for 30 to 40 seconds or until smooth. Stir in remaining broccoli. Ladle into serving bowls and top with additional cheese if desired.