Cheddar Grits

Over the weekend I was at a loss for breakfast ideas. We had four eggs and some cheese and I knew that wouldn't be enough for a scramble for two.  I looked into the pantry and saw some polenta and dig! A lightbulb went off! How about cheesy grits with poached eggs? So I gave it a try and it was not only delicious but also a good looking dish! So here it is. Feel free to try different cheeses or add some jalapeño for spice. 

1 cup stone ground grits or polenta

2 cups water

1/4 cup grated cheddar cheese

1/4 teaspoon white pepper

2 tablespoons butter

salt to taste

2 eggs, poached (You can poach the eggs in advance) 

Bring 2 cups of water to boil. Add grits and continue to whisk. Turn heat down to low and keep stirring for approximately 5-8 minutes or until the mixture starts to thicken. Add salt, pepper, butter and cheese. Remove from heat and continue to stir until cheese is melted. Scoop into a bowl and place poached eggs on top. Serve with bacon! 

Chocolate Zucchini Bread

Ok. Its that time of year. Too many zucchinis in the garden to keep up with? Thats what we are dealing with! Here is a healthier version of the classic recipe that we all love...and why not add some chocolate? When your husband works at a chocolate factory, there is no shortage of chocolate in this house!

1 1/2 cup flour (you can use whole wheat flour)
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp ground ginger
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup sugar, or honey
1 cup shredded zucchini
1/4 cup coconut oil
1 egg
1/4 cup plain yogurt
1/4 cup chocolate chips or chocolate chunks

Preheat over to 350. Grease loaf pan. Mix dry ingredients (first 7 ingredients) in bowl. In separate bowl mix the remaining 6 ingredients. Add dry mixture in with the wet and mix until incorporated. Pour batter into pan and bake for 55-60 minutes. You can serve warm with butter and is great for breakfast!