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We all know that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but with our busy modern lives, the sit-down mornings of old have faded away and been replaced with food, not always nutritious, we can quickly shove in our mouths as we run out the door. What did you eat this morning? Dry toast? A protein bar? A couple of boiled eggs? A big scoop of peanut butter straight from the jar? Yes, I’ve done that.
With the right ingredients and a bit of preparation, you can turn breakfast into your “most favorite meal of the day.” Here are a few tips to add flavor to your morning routine:
2 scoops vanilla or chocolate whey protein powder 1 cup oats, dry
1 1/4 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp cinnamon 2 egg whites
1/2 cup canned organic pumpkin 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce Sugar-free sweetener of choice
• Preheat oven to 350 F. • Mix protein, oats, baking powder, baking soda, and cinnamon in a bowl. • In a separate bowl, mix egg whites, pumpkin, applesauce, and sweetener. • Combine dry and wet ingredients, mix well.
• Pour batter into greased muffin tins and bake for 12-14 minutes.
You can make a batch of whole-grain pancakes to keep in the refrigerator, so all you will have to do is heat and eat. Instead using syrup, try fresh figs or berries with a drizzle of honey.
Yes! There are quick, nutrition-packed recipes you can make ahead of time. Try an oatmeal and banana recipe--sprinkle in some walnuts and flaxseed to add more crunch, flavor, vitamins and fiber.
Blend some protein powder with almond milk and frozen berries. Play with your smoothie recipes to give yourself some variety—use low fat milk, Greek yogurt, pumpkin spice, bananas, pineapple and even kale.
Another great make-ahead choice is a protein-packed egg-based muffin. Simply mix egg whites with cheddar cheese, veggies of choice (onions, mushrooms, tomatoes, peppers) and crumbled bacon. Place in a muffin tin to bake.
Yes, I said bacon. I won’t tell. Vol. 3 Issue 2 | 15
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