This simple pea soup recipe makes an elegant start to a spring meal. It’s also a great way to use frozen vegetables when the produce section is looking bleak. Enjoy thisPea Soupyear-round for a nutritious,fiber-packedmeal. Ana Cadena Peas provide a whopping 7 grams of fiber per 1-cup serving. And lets not forget the protein! For that same 1-cup serving, youll get 8 grams ofplant-based protein. Ana Cadena Its a satisfying soup thats delicious and beautiful too, thanks to the peas brilliant green hue....

These not-too-sweet mini desserts combine the flavors of peanut butter cups and chocolate cake. Quinoa flour adds protein and makes these gluten-free, but feel free to substitute white whole-wheat flour instead. Coat a 24-cup mini muffin tin with cooking spray. Photo: Jennifer Causey Beat peanut butter and butter in a large bowl with an electric mixer until creamy. Beat in eggs, brown sugar and vanilla. Whisk quinoa (or whole-wheat) flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt in a small bowl....

All you need is five ingredients and one large bowl for mixing! How to Make Peanut Butter Energy Balls 1. Stir Well The mixture should be thoroughly combined so it’s possible for you to form it into balls. Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco Using parchment paper helps make cleanup a breeze! When the balls are firm, place them in a resealable container in the refrigerator....

Lightly coat the parchment with cooking spray. Mix peanut butter and maple syrup in a large bowl. Stir in oats, blueberries, pistachios and salt. Spread the mixture firmly and evenly into the prepared pan. Refrigerate until cold, about 1 hour. Cut into 16 squares. Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.

The key to this sweet dessert is freezing the bananas so they form the base of the bark. We use peanut butter, but you could swap in your favorite nut butter for an equally delicious treat. Press the peanuts lightly to confirm they adhere to the bark. Photography: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Addelyn Evans, Prop stylist: Gabriel Greco Arrange banana slices in a single layer (they should be touching each other)....

These healthy roll-ups with peanut butter and bananas make eating lunch fun! Kids will love the bite-sized version of this sandwich. Try sunflower seed butter as an allergy-friendly alternative. Spread the mixture evenly over tortilla. Slice crosswise into 8 pieces. Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.

This super-fast peanut butter-chocolate mug cake is a great way to indulge your sweet tooth. The cake is tender and moist, with a hint of peanut butter. Whisk flour, cocoa, brown sugar, baking soda and salt together in a small bowl. Photo:Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer Add milk, water, oil, peanut butter and vanilla; stir until smooth. Pour the mixture into the prepared mug. Sprinkle the top with peanuts, chocolate chips and/or sea salt, if desired....

Sweet, sticky dates act as the glue for these no-bake energy balls. Perfect for hikes or during sports, this healthy snack travels well. Combine the soaked dates, oats and peanut butter in a food processor and process until very finely chopped. Photo:Carson Downing Roll into 12 balls (a scant tablespoon each). Garnish with chia seeds, if desired. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes and up to 1 week. Carson Downing...

Serve it with sliced apples and pears to complement the pie-dough dippers. Heat butter and oil in a small saucepan over medium heat until the butter is melted. Add brown sugar; stir until incorporated. Cook, stirring, until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is bubbling. Whisk cream, water, cornstarch, 1 teaspoon vanilla and salt together in a measuring cup. Carefully pour into the saucepan, whisking frequently until bubbling and thickened, 2 to 3 minutes....

Add onion and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Add oregano and marjoram; cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add broth and chicken. Cover, increase heat to high and bring to a simmer. Skim any foam from the surface as the chicken cooks. Transfer the chicken to a clean cutting board. When cool enough to handle, remove the meat from the bones and shred. Meanwhile, add fennel, broccolini and tomatoes to the pot; return to a simmer....

If you enjoy the flavor profile, this dish can also be made with orzo in place of quinoa. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with foil. Combine Italian seasoning, garlic, salt, pepper and crushed red pepper in a small bowl. Arrange chicken and vegetables in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Remove from oven; let cool for about 10 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a plate and shred, using 2 forks....

Pfeffernusse are small spiced German cookies commonly seen during the holiday season. The sweet orange glaze helps balance the pepperiness of the cookie’s spices. Serve with a cup of warm mulled wine. Photo: William Dickey Line a sheet pan with parchment paper. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes in the pan. Meanwhile, whisk all-purpose flour, pastry flour, baking powder, cocoa and salt in a large bowl. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls, about 1 tablespoon for each cookie....

Spread 1/2 teaspoon mayonnaise on each of 4 pickle slices. Top each with 1 ounce turkey, 2 pieces Cheddar, 2 tomato slices and 1 lettuce leaf. Top with a plain pickle slice. Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.