Let Breakfast Do the Work

Skipping breakfast in an attempt to get a jump on the day could mean you are missing out on a string of health benefits, including an easy way to help manage body weight. Give your body the fuel it needs for a productive day with a nutritious breakfast. Studies show that kids who eat a wholesome breakfast have better concentration and problem solving skills in the classroom, and the same is true for performance in the workplace.

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Berry Stuffed French Toast Sandwiches

Source: Courtesy: Eggland’s Best

Ingredients:

Directions:

In a shallow bowl or pie plate, lightly whisk eggs and add milk, cinnamon and vanilla. Heat nonstick griddle over medium-low heat. Coat with nonstick cooking spray. Dip one slice of bread in the egg mixture until well coated on both sides while allowing excess to drip into the bowl.

Place on the griddle and cook about one minute on each side or until golden brown and the egg has set. Transfer to a plate and keep warm until ready to serve. Repeat with remaining slices, coating the griddle with cooking spray as needed.

In a small bowl, mix the ricotta cheese and sugar. To assemble the sandwiches, spread

¼ of the ricotta filling on a slice of French toast. Top with ¼ of the berries and add another slice of French toast. Slice each sandwich and enjoy.

Serves 4

 

 

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Carrot Apple Breakfast Muffins

Source: Courtesy: Soyfoods Association of North America

Ingredients:

Directions:

Preheat oven to 400 F. Lightly oil a muffin pan. In a large bowl, mix carrots, apples, maple syrup, yogurt and oil. In a separate bowl, combine flour, walnuts, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, nutmeg, cinnamon, ginger and salt.

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined. Then add in the raisins. Spoon batter into the muffin pan. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden, or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Serves 12

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On the Go Breakfast Smoothie

Source: Courtesy: Sharon Lippert

Ingredients:

Directions:

Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Pour into a beverage container with a lid and take it to go.

Serves 1

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Cowboy Breakfast Wraps with Spinach

Source: Courtesy: MealMakeoverMoms.com

Ingredients:

Directions:

Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add spinach and stir occasionally until spinach wilts, usually 3 to 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add eggs and cheese and cook, stirring frequently, until eggs are set, about 2 minutes.

Stack tortillas on a microwave-safe plate, uncovered, and heat in microwave until warmed through, 30 to 45 seconds. Assemble wraps by placing a quarter of egg mixture on each tortilla. Top with 1 to 2 tablespoons of salsa, wrap burrito style, slice in half, and serve.

Serves 4

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Avocado, Bacon and Egg Sandwich

Source: Courtesy: Avocados from Mexico

Ingredients:

Directions:

In large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crisp and move to paper towels to drain. Remove all but 1 tablespoon bacon drippings from pan. In a small bowl, whisk eggs with

¼ teaspoon each salt and pepper, pour into skillet; cook and stir until scrambled and almost firm.

Meanwhile, toast the English muffins. In a small bowl, coarsely mash the avocado with a fork; add salt and pepper to taste. Spread avocado mash onto all English muffin pieces, dividing equally. Divide bacon and scrambled eggs onto English muffin bottoms; add tops. Serve warm.

Serves 4

Posted August 23rd