FAQs Archive | Lisa's Healthy Kitchen

Q: Is it necessary to separate the egg?

If you are strapped for time, you may skip this step and just go right ahead and combine the entire egg with the banana. It’ll taste just as great; however, the pancakes won’t be as fluffy and firmer in terms of texture.

Q: Are the pancakes “kid-friendly”?

They are perfect for kids, actually! Either serve them as a well-balanced breakfast, or bake a batch in advance to store and simply serve them cold as a grab-and-go snack. Ideal also to pack in their lunch box for daycare. The pancakes would also be a great way to introduce solids to your little one. In that case, just omit the salt. Both of our kids absolutely adore this pancake recipe!

Q: How long can the pancakes be stored?

You may enjoy the pancakes straight from the pan, nice and warm. Any leftovers may be safely stored in the fridge for up to 2 days. Freezing any leftover pancakes is a perfectly good option as well. It allows for a longer shelf life, and you can grab them as needed in smaller batches. It won’t take long for them to thaw, either, or you can pop them in the toaster oven for just a minute.

Q: Can I use dried white beans for this dish?

Absolutely. You are more than welcome to use dried beans. You should expect to use approximately 4 oz for this recipe.

Q: Can I prepare the salad ahead of time?

My white bean salad is perfectly suited to being prepared ahead of time. As with many of my recipes, allowing for all ingredients and aromatics to “merge” will help with fully developing their flavors. Just keep in mind that, as indicated above, the longer you let your dish “rest” the bigger the chances of losing some of its crunchiness and becoming “mushier”. If you are planning on attending a cookout one night, I’d highly recommend prepping this salad later that same afternoon (it really won’t take long to get it done). Now, if you’re planning on taking this salad to work, then, of course, it’ll be perfectly fine to prepare it the day before.

Q: How long can the salad be stored?

Stored in the fridge in an airtight container, it’ll last up to 2 days. Most likely even longer than that. Just be mindful of the fact, that the longer you store it, the “mushier” the consistency will become.

Q: How long can the salad be stored?

Stored in the fridge in an airtight container, it’ll last up to 2 days. Most likely even longer than that.

Q: Can I prepare the salad ahead of time/the night before?

Yes! Absolutely! As with many of my recipes, allowing for all the ingredients and aromatics to fully disperse and develop will provide the richest flavors possible and simultaneously turn this salad into your gathering’s centerpiece. Therefore, if you plan to attend a cookout in the afternoon/evening, go right ahead and prepare your salad earlier in the day. If in doubt, give it a little taste test and adjust if necessary.

Is it necessary to separate the egg?

If you are strapped for time, you may skip this [...]

By Lisa Nentwich|2025-07-01T08:23:38-04:0007/01/2025|pancakes|0 Comments