BAGEL GONE BANANAS

2 Tbs. natural nut butter, such as almond, cashew or peanut

1 tsp. honey

Pinch of salt

1 whole wheat bagel, split and toasted

1 small banana, sliced

Stir together nut butter, honey and salt in a small bowl. Divide the mixture between bagel halves and top with banana slices.

SPRING PIZZA

3 Tbs. extra virgin olive oil, divided

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 bunch asparagus (about 1 lb.)

½ c. snipped fresh chives (from 1 bunch), divided

¼ tsp. salt

¼ tsp. freshly ground pepper

1 lb. whole wheat pizza dough

1 c. shredded Fontina or mozzarella cheese

Position rack in lower third of oven; place a pizza stone or large pizza pan on the rack and preheat oven to 450ºF. for at least 15 minutes. Meanwhile, combine 2 Tbs. oil and garlic in a small bowl; set aside. Trim asparagus spears to about 6 inches long; slice any thicker stalks in half lengthwise. Toss in a bowl with the remaining 1 Tbs. oil, ¼ c. ch...