Kale and egg breakfast bowl
Kale and egg breakfast bowl
"This dish is packed with nutrition, but also combines great texture and flavor," Erin McCarthy said. "I could eat it every day, and nearly do."
Zucchini banana pancakes
Zucchini banana pancakes
One of dietitian Erin McCarthy's go-to breakfasts, these pancakes have fruit, vegetables and protein built right in so they make a balanced meal on their own. They're also an easy snack or pre-workout energy boost.
Lamb burgers
Lamb burgers
Making a gourmet burger enhances the flavors of naturally delicious lamb. "It is often an underutilized meat, so I enjoy turning it into a familiar food," said dietitian and chef Erin McCarthy, who raised lambs as a 4-H member.
Savory split pea soup
Savory split pea soup
Share your kitchen delights with this gift-in-a-jar! Suggest to your gift recipients that they add a bit of leftover ham or chicken when making this recipe. They'll have a hearty, thick soup simmering in no time.
Celebration pancake mix
Celebration pancake mix
Share your kitchen delights with this gift-in-a-jar! Add a bottle of maple syrup to the gift basket, and you've turned someone's breakfast into something special. Store the mix, which is based on a recipe from Pillsbury, in pint jars so it's easy to measure the correct amount when making the pancakes.
Broccoli and cheese soup
Broccoli and cheese soup
Sunshine Care's gardens abound with beautiful heads of broccoli throughout winter and spring, according to horticulture manager Roy Wilburn. "Nothing beats the flavor when placed on the table right after cutting from the gardens," he said.
Polenta casserole
Polenta casserole
Making dishes with polenta—course-ground cornmeal—is uniquely Italian, but the Arcangeli family has adapted this casserole into a coastal California favorite. Add a tossed salad and sourdough bread slices for a complete meal.
Spicy zucchini lasagna
Spicy zucchini lasagna
No pasta? No problem! Nutritious zucchini takes a stand in this popular Arcangeli family recipe.
Crunchy California granola
Crunchy California granola
Share your kitchen delights with this gift-in-a-jar! This flavor-packed mixture can be eaten as a breakfast cereal, as a trail-mix snack or a crunchy topping for yogurt or ice cream. Store it at room temperature in tightly sealed jars and use within a month.
Artichoke frittata
Artichoke frittata
Perfect for any meal of the day, this frittata also can be served in small squares as an appetizer or enjoyed reheated the next day.