Spinach cheddar muffins

Salads and fruit tend to be popular when adhering to the MIND Diet - it's easier to prepare and little to no cooking is involved. But if you're looking for something tasty, healthy, and warm, try these muffins that is a twist on a restaurant appetizer you may be familiar with:

Spinach cheddar muffins

INGREDIENTS

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 6 cups packed, roughly chopped spinach
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
• 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried parsley
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Coat 12- cup muffin pan with cooking spray/oil.
3. In large skillet, heat olive oil until simmering. Add spinach, cook until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
4. In medium bowl, whisk together flours, baking powder, oregano, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder and salt.
5. In separate bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, yogurt and melted butter. Add cheese, stir to combine. Add flour mixture, stirring until combined. Gently fold in spinach.
6. Spoon batter into muffin cups until about three quarters full. Gently tap pan to remove air bubbles.
7. Bake on center rack until toothpick inserted in center of muffin comes out clean, about 15-18 minutes.

Recipe adapted from Up Your Veggies: Flexitarian Recipes for the Whole Family.