I know that the transition from summer to fall can be rough. Gone are the trips to the beach or pool, margaritas outside at happy hour and perfectly ripe heirloom tomatoes at the farmers market. But there are some pretty great things about fall as well — pumpkin, for example, not to mention all the apples and hearty greens that start showing up at the market. To help make the seasonal transition a little easier, here are 5 of my favorite recipes that will get you excited abou

If you’re craving something pumpkin-flavored for breakfast, forget about a sugary pumpkin spiced latte and go for these pumpkin protein pancakes. Not only do they have a lot less sugar and fat than a usual PSL, they are also packed with 22 grams of protein. Now that sounds like a much better way to enjoy this fall flavor. Total Time: 25 min. Prep Time: 15 min. Cooking Time: 10 min. Yield: 2 servings, 3 small pancakes each Ingredients: 1 cup pumpkin puree ¼ cup unsweetene

Fall is time to dust off my crockpot; I absolutely LOVE throwing things into a pot, setting a timer and not having to worry about the outcome for a few hours. With this Slow Cooker Banana Bread Oatmeal, breakfast can taste like dessert while still being a wholesome and nutritious way to fuel your day. It’s got all of the flavor of a luscious slice of banana bread, without the oily fat (or the extra smear of butter on top). Cinnamon, nutmeg, and three whole bananas give it aut

Nothing says Fall like PUMPKIN !!!! These pumpkin muffins with maple cream cheese are a surprisingly healthy treat from Autumn Calabrese’s FIXATE cookbook. A tasty, healthy alternative to sugary donuts, baking a fresh batch of these for your coworkers will definitely earn you points around the office, and not on the scale. If you’re not one for bringing treats to the office, they also make for a fantastic mid-day snack. But how ever you decide to serve these sweet, healthy tr

I know that the transition from summer to fall can be rough. Gone are the trips to the beach or pool, margaritas outside at happy hour and perfectly ripe heirloom tomatoes at the farmers market. But there are some pretty great things about fall as well — pumpkin, for example, not to mention all the apples and hearty greens that start showing up at the market. To help make the seasonal transition a little easier, here are 5 of my favorite recipes that will get you excited abou

Making your oatmeal taste like pumpkin pie is as delicious as it is healthy! Pumpkin puree and spices add flavor without adding fat. Crunchy pecans and a touch of maple syrup add the finishing touches. Total Time: 30 min. Prep Time: 5 min. Cooking Time: 25 min. Yield: 2 servings 21 Day Fix portions: 2Y, 1/2 P, 1 tsp Ingredients: 1¼ cups water ½ cup steel-cut oats (or old-fashioned rolled oats) ½ cup pumpkin puree ¼ tsp. pumpkin pie spice 1 Tbsp. chopped pecans (or wal

Reminiscent of apple pie, this recipe allows you to enjoy the comforting spices — such as cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg — we love from grandma’s apple pie without the sugary extra calories you get from traditional pie fillings and the saturated fat you get from the butter or shortening used to make pie crusts flaky. Plus, the pancakes act like a sponge that soaks up all of that warm apple and spice goodness you dollop on top. These Apple Cinnamon Protein Pancakes are a healthier t

Breakfast is such an important meal of the day, but so often it’s the hardest one to “do right.” Weekday mornings can be especially tough. These Breakfast Quesadillas are absolute life savers in the morning. It literally takes seconds to grab one out of the fridge and heat it. Talk about instant breakfast. It’s even more convenient than stopping at a café or drive-thru on the way to work. And the flavor… I mean, who can resist colorful veggies, protein-packed eggs, and melted

These mini Denver quiches with ham, cheese, and bell pepper are perfect bite-sized appetizers for brunch, and they make a great grab-and-go breakfast! Total Time: 30 min. Prep Time: 10 min. Cooking Time: 20 min. Yield: 12 servings 21 Day Fix servings: 1/2R Ingredients: 6 large eggs 1½ cups nonfat milk Sea salt and ground black pepper (to taste; optional) Non-stick cooking spray ½ medium onion, chopped ½ medium green bell pepper, chopped ½ medium red bell pepper, cho

Sometimes the simplest things are the best. For this Blueberry Tart Shakeology, all you need are blueberries, a scoop of Chocolate Shakeology, and a splash of cranberry juice for tartness, well, because chocolate. Throw in some water and ice — done and done. Some fruits were just made for each other: Blueberries and cranberries have a rich and intertwined background in North American history. They’re two of only three fruits (Concord grapes are the third) that are native to N