#breakfast recipes

It’s official: this quinoa-egg scramble is the holy grail of breakfasts.  I made this in the morning using just five ingredients: 

- quinoa (left over from last night’s dinner)

- one egg

- red pepper

- avocado

- spinach

Let the spinach wilt on a medium heat until limp, then add the egg and cook for two minutes before adding the red pepper and quinoa.  I add the avocado once the scramble is in the bowl.  Enjoy!  

xo,

The Frisky Farmer

Eggs florentine for my family on Christmas morning

Scrambled Eggs

Prep Time: 5 mins

Cook Time: 5 mins

Ingredients

• 6 large eggs
  
• 3 tablespoons butter, diced (ice-cold)
  
• 2 tablespoons creme fraiche
  
• freshly ground sea salt and pepper (you can use regular salt if you need to)
  
• 3 chives, snipped (substitute with green onion if necessary)
  
• 3 slices , rustic bread to serve (such aspain Polaà ne)
  

Instructions

1. Break the eggs into a cold, heavy-based pan, place on the lowest heat possible, and add half the butter. Using a spatula, stir the eggs frequently to combine the yolks with the whites.
   
2. As the mixture begins to set, add the remaining butter. The eggs will take about 4-5 minutes to scramble – they should still be soft and quite lumpy. Don’t let them get too hot – keep moving the pan off and back on the heat(as the bottom of the pan stays heated even after taking it off of the stove).
   
3. Meanwhile, toast the bread. He used sourdough bread.
   
4. Add the crème fraîche and season the eggs at the last minute, then add the snipped chives. Put the toast on warm plates, pile the softly scrambled eggs on top and serve immediately.
   

Admin Notes

• Heavy cream can serve as a substitute for creme fraiche
• This is Gordon Ramsey’s recipe from this video
• Serves as a great base for more complex recipes

Belgian Waffles

Prep Time: 15 mins

Cook Time: 5 mins

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄3 cups flour
  
• 4 teaspoons baking powder
  
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
  
• 2 teaspoons sugar
  
• 2 eggs, separated
  
• 1⁄2 cup butter, melted
  
• 1 3⁄4 cups milk
  

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all dry ingredients.
   
2. Separate the eggs, adding the yolks to the dry ingredient mixture, and placing the whites in a small mixing bowl.
   
3. Beat whites until moderately stiff; set aside.
   
4. Add milk and melted butter to dry ingredient mixture and blend.
   
5. Fold stiff egg whites into mixture.
   
6. Ladle mixture into hot waffle iron and bake.
   

Admin Notes

• It should be easy enough to add your favorite ingredients into the mix! (e.g. blueberries, chocolate chips, etc.)

Berry Detox Smoothie

This smoothie is full of power antioxidants, supporting your liver to detox naturally, keeping you healthy and vibrant!

• 1/3 cup of blueberries
• 1/3 cup of raspberries
• 1/3 cup of pomegranate kernels
• ¼ cup of beet juice (optional)
• 1 banana
• Water to thin or almond milk
• Ice

blend and enjoy :)

Chocolate Protein Muffins 

These make a great breakfast food or even pre-workout snack if you want to get some protein & carbs in for energy! These are a super delicious and healthy alternative to Chocolate Muffins, with only 60-110 calories each (depending on size) and plenty of protein! 

Yields: 12 large muffins, or 24 small muffins

Ingredients:

• 1 and ¾ cup oats
•  3 egg whites
•  3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa
• ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1 tsp. vanilla extract
• ½ cup plain Greek yogurt 
• 1-½ tsp. baking powder
• 1-½ tsp. baking soda
• ¼ tsp. salt
• 1 cup hot water
• 1 cup sugar substitute (like Splenda granular) OR ¼ cup + 2 tbs stevia
• ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (or even better – dark chocolate chunks for antioxidant power!)

Directions

1. Preheat  oven to 350 degrees. Line 2 (12-cup) muffin pans with foil cupcake liners, or spray muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray. 
2. In a blender, (or food processor), mix all of the ingredients together, except for the chocolate chips. Blend until oats are ground and mixture is smooth.
3. Place mixture in a bowl and gently stir in  the chocolate chips. Scoop mixture into prepared muffin pans.
4. Place muffins tins in the oven for approximately 15 minutes.  
5. Let cool & enjoy!!!

Chai Oatmeal with Peaches and Pecans (Healthy Breakfast Idea!)

Yields: 1-2 Servings

Ingredients:

1 chai tea bag

½ cup almond milk

½ cup oats (QuickOats or you can use rolled/steel cut oats)

1-2 peaches, sliced

1 tbsp pecans, chopped

2 tsp raw honey

Directions

• In ½ cup boiling water, steep chai tea for 3-4 minutes 
• Combine tea with ½ cup almond milk and ½ cup quick-cooking oats in a microwave-safe bowl
• Microwave on high 1 1/2 to 2 minutes
• Top with ½ cup sliced peaches, 1 tablespoon chopped pecans, and 2 teaspoons honey

Healthy Pancakes that taste Amazing! http://nutritionbeast.com/2016/09/bobs-red-mill-high-protein-chocolate-and-banana-pancakes/

Classic Buttermilk Pancakes 

Breakfast classic! 

Ingredients 

2 cups all-purpose flour 

2 cups whole-fat buttermilk

2 large eggs 

4 tbsp melted butter, slightly cooled 

1 ½ tbsp granulated sugar 

¼ tsp nutmeg

½ tsp cinnamon 

½ tsp baking soda 

1 ½ tsp baking powder 

2 tsp vanilla extract 

Dash of salt 

Zest from ½ lemon, optional

NOTE: The main thing to remember is that the ratio of flour:buttermilk:eggs is always 1:1:1

Directions 

Preheat your griddle or skillet to medium heat.

In a large bowl, sift together the dry ingredients and set aside. 

In another bowl, combine the wet ingredients.

Make a small well into the center of the dry ingredients and pour in your wet ingredients.

Using a silicone spatula or whisk, combine all of the ingredients until just combined. 

NOTE: Be careful to not over-mix the batter or else the gluten will develop in the flour and you will not have light and airy pancakes. 

Let the batter rest for a few minutes. 

Generously coat your skillet/griddle with butter or non-stick cooking spray. 

Using a 1/3 cup measure, scoop out your batter onto your cooking surface and cook until golden brown on each side, roughly 3 minutes per side. 

Serve while hot with butter and maple syrup.

Enjoy! 

Submitted by: cactue

Here’s a tip: Try overnight oats! You can meal prep them a couple days out or the night before and you can literally just grab them and go. They’re also packed with protein and super delicious :) You just mix 1/3rd cup oats, 1/3rd cup milk (can be of the almond or soy variety if you’d like), and 1/3rd cup greek yogurt (can also be soy or dairy-free for the vegan or lactose intolerant followers out there!). A lot of people like to add chia seeds to their overnight oats because it’s one of the best ways to hide the taste and reap the benefits, and you can also add some cinnamon and stevia or agave to taste. Then you let it sit in the fridge overnight (I like using mason jars because you can keep them covered and preserve the taste) and the next morning add some fresh fruit, peanut or almond butter, and maybe some granola or nuts if you like a little crunch :)

3-INGREDIENT TRAIL MIX COOKIES  - It only takes three ingredients to make these deliciously chewy and sweet trail mix cookies. Change up the trail mix to find your perfect combination.

Recipe:https://www.yayforfood.com/recipes/trail-mix-cookies/

BROCCOLI CHEDDAR SQUARES are an excellent make-ahead breakfast or appetizer for your next party. Simple ingredients with delicious results.

Get the recipe: https://www.yayforfood.com/recipes/broccoli-cheddar-squares/

ROASTED BROCCOLI WITH LEMON PARSLEY HOLLANDAISE SAUCE-Simple and delicious roasted broccoli is elevated with the addition of bright, beautiful lemon hollandaise sauce in this savoury side dish recipe.

Recipe:https://www.yayforfood.com/recipes/roasted-broccoli-with-hollandaise-sauce/

CINNAMON PEAR GREEN SMOOTHIE- Sweet, spiced, and good for you. This pear green smoothie recipe is loaded with healthy spinach and finished with a dash of warming cinnamon.

Recipe:https://www.yayforfood.com/recipes/cinnamon-pear-green-smoothie/

BLUEBERRY CHOCOLATE OATMEAL CUPS - Loaded with hearty oats, fresh blueberries, and delicious chocolate, this oatmeal cup recipe is a tasty way to start your day.

Recipe:https://www.yayforfood.com/recipes/blueberry-chocolate-oatmeal-cups