Using Leftovers for BreakfastLast night, we enjoyed Thai takeout and we had some leftovers. Although we could have used it for lunch, there wasn't very much left. I decided to make a hearty breakfast instead. I heated the leftovers up in a pan and then scrambled eggs in the mixture. The resulting dish was the perfect start to the day and was enjoyed by the whole family.
Grandma's Pie InventionMy grandkids are the pickiest eaters imaginable and getting them to eat breakfast is a frustrating chore. I came up with a breakfast meal that's nutritious, tasty and fun to prepare. They call it Grandma's Pie Invention and now they ask for it when they come to visit.
Reducing Sugar and Salt in Instant OatmealFor extra convenience, I often have instant oatmeal. However I don't care for the added salt and sugar so I just take a sieve and sift it out. It still tastes great and I get the nutrition without the additives.
Granola Yogurt ParfaitThis wonderful granola recipe is great in a yogurt parfait. It has been tweaked to yummy perfection! Serve over vanilla yogurt and fresh fruit.
Breakfast Souffle'Trim crusts from bread slices and lay on the bottom of greased 9x13 inch pan. Put cubed cheese and ham or bacon on top of bread. Pour beaten eggs mixed with milk, salt and dry mustard over the ingredients in the pan.
Easy French ToastCrack a couple of eggs into a zip lock bag, and shake until they're a little foamy. Add a little sugar-free syrup, or fruit or fruit syrup, and shake again. Place a couple of slices of bread into the bag, make sure the bread's well-coated, and let it sit for 20-30 minutes.
Making Banana PancakesDon't know what do to with those leftover bananas? I mash up left over bananas that are starting to brown into pancake mix and add cinnamon and chocolate syrup.
Egg Salad for Breakfast or LunchFor easy breakfasts, I prepare egg salad that can be eaten for breakfast or lunch, or deviled eggs.
Waffles, Sausage and SauerkrautI have a 101 year old friend who passed this idea down to several generations. When she was a teenager, their basketball team got stranded in a snow storm in Iowa.
Easy Potato and Egg BreakfastEasy Potato and Egg Breakfast. Need a quick and inexpensive breakfast? I always make extra baked potatoes and keep them in the fridge.
Berries and Grape NutsTake advantage of summer berries on sale! Added to yogurt, and sprinkled with generic grape nuts, this makes a great breakfast treat for even my picky eaters! Of course, it can be served anytime, as an afternoon snack or desert.
Yogurt, Cereal and FruitI am not much into having milk with my cereal but I love yogurt.
Man Food - Potatoes, Sausage and EggsPotatoes, sausage, eggs, cayenne, seasoned salt, pepper. Brown sausage, then drain fat. Add in taters that have been cut into 1/4 inch cubes. Then add eggs that have been cracked and sturred. The whole time you're frying, add the cayenne, seasoned salt, and pepper...
Cherry Flavored Oatmeal and ApplesaucePrepare oatmeal according to package directions. Add sugar free cherry koolaid, to taste, stir, and eat. This is very yummy!
Bake Your BaconWhen bacon goes on sale stock up the freezer as it freezes fine. Then when ready to use just thaw it out, place on cookie sheets and bake in the oven on 350 degrees till crisp-no yucky splatters to clean up.
Breakfast in a CupI know we would all like to be able to have breakfast as a family together but sometimes mornings can be just too hectic. So here is a fast and easy way to get those kids some breakfast on the go!
