Banana Bread Power Bites

Banana Bread Power Bites
Makes 30 mini muffins

Adapted from  https://kodiakcakes.com/recipes/banana-chocolate-chip-power-muffins/

Ingredients
2 bananas, overripe
1 egg
1/2c milk
1T butter, softened
1T oil
1/4c brown sugar
1t cinnamon
1/4t nutmeg
1/4t salt
1.5c Kodiak Power Cakes Flapjack and Waffle Mix
Mini chocolate chips or other toppings

Directions
1. Mash bananas in large bowl, then whip in wet ingredients
2. Mix in sugar and spices, then add in Power Cakes mix until combined
3. Fill silicone bites pan 3/4 full and sprinkle chocolate chips on top
4. Bake at  375°F for 10 minutes

I like to freeze half and add to lunches

Creamy Tuna Pasta

Your favorite comfort food -- tuna casserole: reinvented! This creamy tuna pasta with peas is made in one skillet.

Total Time 30 minutes

Servings 3-4 servings

Inspiration https://www.chelseasmessyapron.com/creamy-tuna-pasta/

Ingredients

• 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1/2 yellow onion, diced
• 1 can sliced mushrooms 
• 1 clove minced garlic
• 1/2 tablespoon flour
• 1/2 cup + 1 tablespoon whole milk, separated
• 1 cup water
• 1 can chicken broth (low-sodium)
• 1/2 package (6 ounces) wide egg noodles
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1/4 tsp lemon pepper 
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 2 cans (5 ounces each) tuna
• 1/2 - 3/4 cup frozen peas
• Salt and pepper
• 1/2 cup freshly shredded colby jack cheese

Instructions

1. In a large nonstick pot add in the olive oil and butter. Turn the stove to medium-high heat and once the oil is shimmering, add in the onion and mushrooms. Sauté for a few minutes then remove with slotted spoon, leaving some smaller pieces in. Add minced garlic and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add flour and stir for a few minutes until bubbly and browned.
   
2. Add in 1/2 cup of the milk, the water, broth, and uncooked pasta. Add some salt and pepper to taste (I use about 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked pepper). Lower the heat and bring the mixture to a simmer and cook, uncovered, stirring often until the pasta is al dente (according to package directions) The pasta will continue to cook a bit over the next few minutes so don’t overcook it here.
   
3. Stir in the remaining 1 tablespoon milk, Dijon mustard, lemon pepper, and thyme. Add the drained tuna and mix gently until combined. Season with salt and pepper. Let the pasta rest for about 6-8 minutes. It will continue to thicken and get nice & creamy. Add freshly shredded cheddar cheese and fresh parsley as desired. Stir in the frozen peas. Enjoy immediately.