Momming can be hard.
Momming in the morning, when all I hear is maaaama, and all I see is Ethan signing "hungry" is especially hard. Usually it's before coffee. And usually, it's before I'm totally awake which means that if I can slap something in the microwave quickly before the "maaaama" becomes "ahhhheeehhhah" then I consider it a total win.
Enter make ahead meals. These are some simple things I can quickly throw together Sunday night or the night before so I can have something on hand so that hungry doesn't become hangry.
Baked Oats
1/2 C honey
1/2 C apple Sauce
4 egg whites
1C milk (of choice)
3C oats
1/2 C raisins
1 Tsp. salt
1Tbsp. baking powder
Mix all ingredients together and bake at 350 degrees for 30-40 minutes.
Maple Cranberry Overnight Oats
1/2 C milk of choice
1/4 C greek yogurt
1/2 C rolled oats
1 Tbsp chia seeds
1 Tbsp pure maple syrup
2-3 Tbsp dried cranberries
Mix all ingredients together cover and refrigerate overnight. If you like a less creamy and more watery version substitute more milk for Greek yogurt.
Chia Protein Pudding
1 C milk of choice
3 Tbsp. chia seeds
1 Scoop protein powder of choice
Mix protein powder and milk, stir in chia, let it set 3 hours or overnight.
Egg Cups
6 eggs & 6 egg whites
1/4 C milk
1.5- 2 C veggies (spinach, onion, leeks, bell pepper, zuchinni)
1 C diced meat
1/2 C shredded cheese
1 Tsp. garlic Salt
Beat eggs and egg whites together. Saute veggies in a drizzle of olive oil, season with garlic salt. Stir in meat and saute until cooked or heated through. Add meat/veggie mixture to eggs. Pour into greased muffin tins (12 regular or 24 mini); fill 3/4 full. Top with cheese. Bake in 350 degree oven for 35-45 minutes.
Banana Bread Kid (and adult) Pouches
I've been making these since Ethan started solids. I have experimented with different combos of fruits and veggies. This recipe is a breakfast recipe that we eat regularly. There are so many combos- don't be scared to try your own! My favorite pouch system is the Kiinde but there are many on the market that are relatively inexpensive!! These keep for about 4 days.
2 C Greek yogurt
2 bananas
1/2 C rolled oats
1 Tbsp chia seeds
1 Tbsp honey
1 Tsp cinnamon
Blend all ingredients together and fill pouch!
Easy peasy! I hope you enjoy these recipes- may they fill your belly and heart.
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xo,
lauren