A Working Mom's Meal Plan

The hardest part of my day is when we get home and everyone is immediately hungry. I love to cook and prefer
home-cooked meals, but I don't like to cook much during the work week. And yet, dinner has to get on the table...
My solution: make-ahead meals, freeze-ahead meals and recipes so easy that I'll make them on a Monday. I cook
mostly on the weekends, always doubling recipes, and rely heavily on my extra freezer and a decently-stocked pantry.
This cooking style saves me time and money, and it makes my life simpler—so I can actually enjoy sitting down
to supper at 6 with my family. I hope these recipes will make the witching hour a little better at your house too.

Monday, September 5, 2011

Banana Breakfast Pops

I've been on the lookout for fast, fun breakfast ideas. My kids don't tend to love bananas, but the popsicle sticks and crunchy toppings definitely help. 

two bananas, halved
vanilla yogurt or greek yogurt
granola, cereal or chopped nuts
popsicle sticks (optional)

Freeze the banana halves on a wax-covered cookie sheet for about an hour. Place yogurt in one shallow bowl, and granola/cereal/nuts in another. Dip banana halves into the yogurt, then roll in the toppings. Carefully slide popsicle sticks in to make pops. Wrap in plastic and freeze until ready to eat.

*You can make these into a post-dinner treat by substituting melted chocolate chips (add a dash of vegetable oil to thin mixture). Dip bananas in sprinkles. 

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