This is the best banana bread. I know so because it is my mother’s recipe, the one I grew up with, and banana bread is nothing if not a recipe that elicits sensory memories. When I attempt to be unbiased, I still think this is a great quick bread. It is moist, rich with flavor, and keeps well. When made my way with whole grains and lower sugar, it is a fairly healthy low fat [...]

We whipped up a batch of these dairy free, healthy breakfast substitutes in a recent Kids Cook class.  The banana oat bars are easy to prepare and keep well for a quick meal or snack several days in a row. 1) Mix dry ingredients in a large bowl: 1/2 cup whole wheat flour 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp salt 1 1/4 cup quick cooking or old fashioned oats 2) Whisk together in a smaller bowl [...]