Course: Breakfast and Brunch
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Irish Oatcakes
These crunchy, hearty oatcakes are terrific eaten like crackers with savory or sweet accompaniments. Sprinkle with either salt or sugar before baking, then serve alongside soups and stews for dipping or spread with jam and enjoy with a cup of tea for breakfast or an afternoon snack.
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Gruyère Quiche with Caramelized Peppers, Onions and Spinach
For the best results, be sure to cool the quiche before cutting into slices. Substitute other grated cheeses like sharp cheddar or swiss for the Gruyère, if you like.
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A Better Breakfast Pita Pocket
This is a super tasty way to get vegetables into the morning meal and you can change it up to suit your taste. Try substituting broccoli or asparagus for the spinach; add sausage or veggie sausage; use warm whole wheat tortillas or naan in place of the pitas.
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Breakfast Polenta Casserole
This recipe comes to us courtesy of the Renegade Lunch Lady Chef Ann Cooper and her book Lunch Lessons: Changing the Way We Feed our Children. This recipe can be done on the same day if you have time, but if you know you’re going to be pressed for time preparing some of it the night before is helpful.
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PB & J Pancakes
These pancakes put a new spin on the the classic lunchbox sandwich. Let the kids measure the ingredients and stir the batter. Little fingers are perfect for pressing the buttons on the food processor, too.
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Blueberry Coffee Cake
This coffee cake relies on a healthy portion of blueberries for sweetness, almonds for richness and yogurt for moistness.
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A Perfect Pot of Oatmeal
Top this hearty breakfast favorite with any dried or fresh fruit and sweeten with honey, agave nectar or turbinado sugar, if you like. For added flavor and texture, sprinkle ground flaxseed or wheat germ over the top just before serving.
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Mini Blueberry Waffles with Orange Cream Yogurt Dip
Kids and adults alike love this creamy, dreamy sauce that seems sinful but isn’t, thanks to the nonfat yogurt.
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Whey Protein Breakfast Blast
Kick your day off to a great start with a homemade smoothie.
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Cinnamon Sweet Rolls with Dates and Walnuts
These sweet rolls are perfect to serve when you have company since you can easily make them the day before. Bake the rolls first thing in the morning and your guests and family will wake up to the sweet scents of cinnamon, walnuts and dates.
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