Weekend Warriors

As National Eat Together Week comes to a close, prepare a wholesome yet healthy brunch for the family.  A recent study published by the British Journal of Nutrition shows that people who eat high-quality protein foods for breakfast, like eggs and lean Canadian bacon, had a greater sense of sustained fullness throughout the day.

Try the recipe for Baked Egg with Canadian Bacon, Tomato and Potatoes, which combines Canadian Bacon with potato wedges, tomato and fresh chives in individual ramekins. Each is topped with an egg and half-and-half, baked, then sprinkled with cheese. The savory brunch options pairs well with whole grain toast, fresh fruit and juice.

• After brunch, plan some weekend activities to do as a group – it’s a chance to reconnect after a hectic week: Encourage computer wizards to find new recipes online (TheOtherWhiteMeat.com is a great place to start!) and help with family meal planning for the next week. When heading to the grocery store, let kids help comparison shop to find the lowest prices.

• Take the bikes for a spin and enjoy a nice day. Pack a picnic lunch and an outdoor game to enjoy in the grass.

• Get out the rake and gardening tools and find someone who could use some free yard work. Everyone can pitch in and help.

• Head to a local farmers’ market to check out what’s in season now. Let the kids pick out a new vegetable or fruit and talk to the farmer about how they grew it.

• Make sure you have left a comment for all the wonderful recipes you downloaded this week because the $100 giftcard contest closes today!