Here’s what food scientist Harold McGee talks about in his work—protein in the morning stabilizes blood sugar better than carb-heavy alternatives. The chickpeas in hummus provide plant-based protein that digests slowly (we’re talking a glycemic index around 28, which is impressively low). Combine that with eggs—each one delivering about 6 grams of complete protein—and you’ve got sustained energy that’ll actually last until lunch. Unlike my old cornflakes situation where I’d crash by 10 AM and end up eating questionable vending machine snacks.

But twenty-three test batches later? I’ve cracked the code on this Mediterranean breakfast casserole. This Greek feta egg bake has become my go-to for everything from lazy Sunday brunches to feeding my perpetually hungry brother-in-law Derek who shows up unannounced. (Seriously, Derek, we need to talk about boundaries.)

I’ll be completely honest with you – until six months ago, I was that person who thought sweet potato pancakes sounded weird and complicated. Then my sister-in-law brought a stack to our family brunch that disappeared in literally minutes, with my usually picky 8-year-old nephew asking for thirds. After begging for the recipe and then … Read more

The Mediterranean way of eating has been around for thousands of years, and there’s a good reason it’s stuck around. It’s simple, fresh, and focuses on ingredients that actually taste good together. When you create a Mediterranean breakfast board, you’re not just making breakfast – you’re bringing a bit of that relaxed Mediterranean lifestyle to your own table. Plus, it’s one of those meals that looks way more complicated than it actually is, which makes you feel like a total kitchen rockstar.

Tiramisu latte isn’t just coffee with sweet stuff mixed in. It’s actually designed to taste like the famous Italian dessert – creamy mascarpone, strong coffee, vanilla notes, and that signature cocoa finish. The difference is you can drink it hot and get your caffeine fix at the same time.

The lamb shakshuka I make now has this perfect balance of smoky paprika, warm cumin, and just enough heat to make you reach for your water glass (but not so much that you’re crying – been there, done that). My perfected lamb shakshuka technique creates eggs that nestle into this incredible sauce like they were meant to be there, and when you break that golden yolk… chef’s kiss.

If you’ve been searching for a delicious, energy-boosting drink that fits perfectly into a gluten-free lifestyle, look no further than the banana nut smoothie. Loved for its creamy texture and natural sweetness, this smoothie blends the wholesome goodness of bananas with the nutrient-rich power of nuts — all without a trace of gluten.