Would you like to wake up to a healthy breakfast that tastes like the best granola bar you've ever had? You have to try my Honey Oat Yogurt with Fruit and Nuts. The best hotels do not have finer. Treat yourself to this healthy luxury as often as you can! Make a Quick Healthy Breakfast for Busy Mornings Put the dry ingredients in a … [Read more...]
Cheesy Spinach Tomato Omelette: Healthy Fast Food
Spinach Tomato Omelette with Cheese I'm so pleased with this omelette. It's because it's so darn healthy and so wonderfully yummy.My dear daughter-in-law is pregnant and came up with this omelette as a super healthy lunch. I've been making it for her most days and have gotten to love it too. It's so easy I have to share.First of all, this is … [Read more...]
7 Breakfast Sandwiches Under 325 Calories
I love the idea of breakfast sandwiches that are low calorie and yummy. Most breakfast sandwiches sold at fast food restaurants are so loaded with saturated fat that I can almost feel my arteries clogging. These are light, yet feel like treats.Why not try some breakfast sandwiches that are not only healthy, but also fresh tasting with some … [Read more...]
What Are All These Recipes Doing on a Personal Finance Blog?
A friend on Twitter has been teasing me about having a financial disclaimer statement on Square Pennies (bottom of page) when he sees so many recipes here. I do have financial posts here too, Tony! Just the same I'm taking up his challenge!Cooking makes so much sense to me when it comes to finances. Of course it's cheaper than eating out, but … [Read more...]
Smoothies for Quick, Healthy Breakfasts or Snacks
Who doesn't love a smoothie? Mix one of these up in the blender the night before & put the blender carafe in the fridge. In the morning just put it back on the blender base for a quick mix & you're ready to go! Take a couple of seconds to fill the empty carafe with water & put it in the sink to soak. When you get home from work it will be ready … [Read more...]
Junk Food Linked to Lower IQs in Kids
Another reason to limit the junk food. The study showed that kids whose parents tried to feed them a healthy diet had higher IQs than the kids who ate more junk food. The difference in IQ was not huge, but it was significant.So cut down on the processed foods as much as you can to help your kids succeed. Every little bit helps!Click title for … [Read more...]
Strawberry Banana Oatmeal Smoothie for Breakfast or Snacks
Healthy never tasted so good! The oatmeal makes it very satisfying. Put the uncooked oatmeal in the blender first to turn it into a powder before adding the rest. That makes it extra smooth and filling. The frozen strawberries also add thickness, but if you don't have any frozen strawberries on hand, put the banana in the freezer. Another good … [Read more...]