Showing posts with label breakfasts. Show all posts
Showing posts with label breakfasts. Show all posts

Wednesday, February 28, 2018

Cauliflower Ham Waffles... Low carb and low fat too. Delicious!

For the past few months I have been doing a lot of experimenting with different kinds of foods, fine tuning my diet in order to find out how various foods and drinks affect me... my mood, my athletic performance, my sleep, my weight, and the amount of inflamation they cause.

Sadly, I have discovered that red wine affects me quite negatively... I do not sleep well, and I get cramping in my legs during the night that even an evening dose of magnesium no longer prevents.

On a positive note, I have also discovered that a low carb, even to the point of being in ketosis, agrees with me very well.  I thrive on healthy fats... avocado, nuts and nut butters, cream and oils... coconut, avocado and olive are my favorites.  I love making my own nut butters. I like leafy green and crunchy veggies... and the occasional bit of fruit. I do not miss grains and grasses and as much as I do like the taste of them, I am not missing squashes and beans.  I do occasionally have a high carb dayl.. perhaps a bit of sushi or some edamame and a Starbuck's specail coffee, and then happily get right back on a low carb regimen the next day.  It is all good. I am happy and in a groove. 

This morning I was wanting something substantial for breakfast and knew that I had a bit of riced cauliflower in the crisper that needed to be used or tossed soon, so I put together these Cauliflower Ham Waffles pretty quickly.

They are low carb, and actually low fat too.  I did add some sugar free syrup on top before I ate them, but next time I think I will go the savory route and add a bit of salt and them some sriracha or even salsa.  If you are a keto enthusiast, add some avocado or olive oil to the mix.

I have been purchasing cauliflower already riced... but if you have a head of cauliflower, break a few florets off and put them in your blender or food processor and whizz till they are broken down into large rice shaped crumbles.

Cauliflower Ham Waffles by @WeCanBegin2Feed

Cauliflower Ham Waffles

Makes 1 serving.

Ingredients:
  • 85g (3 oz.) riced cauliflower - approximately 1 cup
  • one large fresh egg
  • 2 slices extra lean deli ham
Instructions:
  1. Place cauliflower rice in a medium microwave bowl (I used a glass measure cup) and cook on HIGH in mike for 3 minutes.
  2. Remove from mike and allow to cool for a few minutes.
  3. Turn on waffle iron and allow to get hot. I use a nonstick spray in mine.
  4. Add egg to cauliflower.
  5. Cut ham into small pieces and add to cauliflower.
  6. Combine cauliflower, egg and ham and pour mixture into waffle iron.
  7. Cook about 5 minutes till outside is crispy and browned, and remove to plate.
  8. Top as desired.
Per serving without toppings. *
Weight Watchers Freestyle Smart Points = 1.
Calories 146
Fat 6g
Saturated Fat 2g
Sugar 2g
Protein 18g

* The nutritional information for the ingredients I used.  Yours will depend on  your own ingredients.

Cauliflower Rice
This is the cauliflower rice I am currently using. I am including this picture to illustrate the size and shape that the cauliflower rice crumbles will look like if you make your own in a blender or food processor. Picture is taken from the Eat Smart web site.

Cauliflower Ham Waffles
Mixture in waffle iron before cooking. You can see that it is fairly thick and not runny so does not make a mess in the waffle iron.


Cauliflower Ham Waffles
Waffles slightly browned, and ready to easily remove from waffle iron.


Cauliflower Ham Waffles
Waffles are plated and ready to top... or even eat just as is.  Enjoy!


What do you think?  If this is something you might enjoy, I hope you will consider sharing or Pinning!






Saturday, March 25, 2017

Delicious and Filling Protein Powered Pancakes

Over the past many, many years I have experimented with breakfast foods and breakfast recipes. I have learned that my first meal of the day needs to be filled with protein.  Oh, I have tried various carb-filled delights such as pancakes with fruit and maple syrup, or stuffed French toast with whipped cream... and as delicious and filling as I find those things while I am eating them, an hour later I am shaking and HANGRY... with low blood sugar and a headache.  And quite miserable.  And I make everyone around me miserable too, until I get something else to eat.

So, I know that my breakfast needs protein.  Lots of protein.  On days I work out in the morning, I normally have a shake made with some kind of protein powder.  If I use a whey powder, I make it with nut milk and some kind of fruit.  If I use a vegan powder that is higher in carbs I usually add only water.

After my workout, I will have an another small protein-filled meal... usually eggs or egg whites with spinach, or squash, and perhaps some turkey bacon.

But on days I don't work out, I like to have one solid meal in the morning and then not eat again till noon.  I have been trying out different foods to make sure I have my nutritional bases covered... protein, carbs, and a bit of fat... enough to get me through a busy morning but not weigh me down. It needs to have lots of protein, some carbs, some fat.  A good balance of all three.

I love pancakes.  But I have not found a mix that is both high protein and gluten-free that is anywhere near affordable, so I have been trying various mixtures of ingredients, and I think I have finally come up with something that is worthy of sharing.

I have make this same recipe 3 different mornings now and find it not only tastes great, but it also fills me up and keeps me fuelled, easily, through several hours.  Now, admittedly, it is kind of time consuming to make a new batch every time I want some, so I have started to pre-measure the dry ingredients for a few batches and keep them in sealed bags in the pantry. That way I can grab one, add the wet ingredients, and start cooking within a couple of minutes. Cleanup is easy too.

I weigh gluten-free oats and then grind them into flour in my food processor.  Then I mix them with the rest of the dry ingredients and bag them up.  When I want to make a batch of cakes, I mash some banana, then beat up some egg whites, add the dry ingredients and cook the cakes in a pre-heated pan that has been coated with a bit of non-stick spray.

If you don't have a banana, I am pretty sure that an equal amount of pumpkin puree or unsweetened applesauce would work as well.  Of course, the N.I. would be slightly different.

I use a vanilla whey protein powder. You could try another flavor if you like. If you use unflavored, then add a bit of vanilla extract or almond extract to your wet ingredients.

Here are the amounts you need to make 4 nice pancakes.  And yes, they freeze.  Make a huge batch and freeze them. That would make mornings even easier, right?

Protein Powered  Pancakes


Protein Powered Pancakes
makes 1 serving of 4 cakes

 Dry Ingredients:
  • 40g oats ground into flour (about 1/3 to 1/2 cup)
  • 16g whey protein powder (about 1/2 scoop)
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • liberal dash of cinnamon
Wet Ingredients:
  • 1/2 cup egg whites
  • 60 g ripe banana, mashed (about 1/2 small)
Instructions:
  1. Pour egg whites into mixing bowl and beat till a bit fluffy with fork or whisk.
  2. Add mashed banana and beat a bit more.
  3. Add the dry ingredients, mix well.
  4. Make 4 individual pancakes.  Use a 1/4 cup measure to spoon batter into prepared pan.  Cook for a couple of minutes and flip over to cook second side. Remove to plate and cover to keep warm. Repeat for all 4 cakes.
  5. Serve with favorite toppings.
Per 4 cake serving, without toppings.
Weight Watchers Smart Points =  8.
Calories 324;
Fat 4g;
Saturated Fat 1g;
Carbohydrates 42g;
Sugar 9g;
Protein 33g

Protein Powered Pancakes
Cook the pancakes one at a time in a preheated pan.

Protein Powered Pancakes
I like sugar free syrup on my pancakes... but you could try fruit or yogurt.

Protein Powered Pancakes
Dig in!



Are you pancake fan or do you prefer waffles?





Wednesday, September 28, 2016

High Protein Breakfasts Suitable for Weight Watchers with Smart Points Values

I always eat high protein breakfasts... I have learned by trial and error over the past several years, that the more protein in relation to fat and carbs that I consume in the morning, the better my day goes.  Protein satisfies me.  Starchy carbs do not.


Some people do very well with eating cereal in the morning... I am not one of them.

I  have tried eating oatmeal with milk and fruit... I have tried bagels with peanut butter and perhaps all-fruit jam... but those things just make me light-headed within an hour and then I get HANGRY... you know, that feeling that you have to eat RIGHT NOW or chew off the arm of the person closest to you!  Nobody wants to be around that person and The Captain, bless him, put up with that for far too many years until I figured it out.

On those three days a week that I do my strength training program in the morning, I have a quick high protein shake about an hour before my workout. which I follow up with a walk.  Then I come in and make breakfast.  I have a few favorites that are very high in protein. I usually add some low glycemic-load veggies or fruit alongside... mostly for the sake of volume and taste.

I do like eggs with turkey bacon or lean ham.  And if there is neither on hand, I will have scrambled egg whites with cottage cheese or plain Greek yogurt, and some fruit.

I love that egg whites have so much protein and no fat, but sometimes I need the extra nutrients that a whole egg provides so I will scramble a whole egg with my egg whites.  It really does increase the satisfaction factor.

Here are some breakfasts that I have eaten recently and have really enjoyed.. and found that they have kept me fully satisfied for 4 to 5 hours till I eat my lunch.  I am sharing the Weight Watchers Smart Point count for each because I know that is important to some of you.

Scrambled egg whites with cottage cheese and mike-softened apple slices, strawberry slices, cinnamon sprinkles.
Total SP = 2

Eggs with lean ham and navel orange pieces.
Total SP  5.

Eggs with turkey bacon and sauteed yellow zoodles.
Total SP = 5.

Scrambled eggs with tomato, onion, and real crumbled bacon, pieces of navel orange.
Total SP = 5.

Scrambled egg and egg whites with fat free Greek yogurt, sauteed apple slices and cinnamon sprinkles.
Total SP = 3.

Eggs with turkey bacon and ruby red grapefruit pieces.
Total SP = 5.


If you like to get a little creative with protein powders, check out some of my breakfast recipes such as my High Protein Puck (2 SP), or  my High Protein Breakfast Puff (2 SP).

If  you must have oatmeal in the morning, have a look at a couple of ways to get more protein into them.  Protein Packed Cheesy Oats (7 SP) is one good idea. 


Some Smart Point counts for common breakfast items:

1 egg = 2 SP
1/2 cup egg whites = 0 SP
1 cup egg whites = 1 SP
4 slices turkey bacon = 1 SP
2 slices lean ham = 1 SP
1/2 cup low fat cottage cheese = 2 SP
1/2 cup fat free plain Greek yogurt = 1 SP
1/4 cup uncooked oats, quick or rolled
most fruit  = 0 SP
most veggies = 0 SP
herbs and spices = 0 SP

What is your favorite breakfast these days? 

If you like this post, I hope you will share it with your friends and Pin if for future reference.

Sunday, July 10, 2016

My High Protein Puck... What?

This is something that  am so excited to share with you!  I like to make sure I get lots of protein into my day.  I know it helps keep me fuelled and satisfied.  I often use protein powder throughout the day for meals and snacks... but not always in smoothies or shakes. I like to make 'sludges' and I also like to bake with various powders.

I am a big fan of these high protein cakes that I can cook up quicky in my microwave oven.  I stir up a few ingredients,  then pop into the mike for a couple of minutes, top and enjoy.  The Captain calls my little creations pucks.  So High Protein Puck it is...

That name would imply that they are hard... however they are anything BUT!  They are cake-like but not crumbly.  And, they are filling and nutritious.

Depending on the ingredients I use, they work nicely into a low carb/high fat day or a high carb/low fat day on my eating plan.  They are gluten free and Paleo.

Here are a few that I have been making lately.  They work for breakfast or for an after-workout or afternoon snack, and they are very portable, too. Pop one into a ziplock bag and off you go!

The basic recipe is:

  • 2 Tbs of protein powder (about 20g in weight)
  • 2 Tbs mashed fruit
  • 3 Tbs liquid egg whites
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • Mix together and cook in microwave safe dish that has been coated with a non-stick spray or coconut oil, for 3 minutes. (Mine is about 4-1/2 inches across)


Very simple. Very quick. Very tasty and satisfying!  And the possibilities for variations are limited.

I started out by using a vanilla pea protein powder, but have also used a hemp powder too.  I am sure you could use any favorite of your own.  If you stay with pumpkin for your fruit base and choose a low-carb protein powder, you have a good puck for your low carb days.

I have also used these to make high protein trifle... tear one up in a bowl and add yogurt or whipped cream and berries and if you like, add some pudding. Delicious!  And so much better for you than CAKE!


Here are some ideas...



Hemp powder with applesauce, topped with Greek yogurt, banana and berries




Pumpkin, topped with cottage cheese and berries




Pumpkin topped with chocolate PB2 and banana




Applesauce topped with chocolate PB2 and banana




Applesauce topped with Laughing Cow cheese and cinnamon




Applesauce... puck in hand to show the size



Applesauce... made in a smaller dish so I could let it cool a bit and then cut in half to toast...




and top with peanut butter




Hemp powder with applesauce, topped with Protein Plus peanut flour/water and sugar free syrup


I have not provided my calculations for the different N.I. with the various ingredients. But I can assure you that they will be only 2 or 3 WW Smart Points, depending on the protein powder you select.



What is your favorite high protein snack?

Monday, February 15, 2016

Spicy Pumpkin Protein Pancakes

I am finally back on track with regular workouts after our move to a new apartment in January.  And the new building has a fitness room, so we have decided to take advantage of the space... we can spread out our mats and even jump up and down if we want to, without having to worry about making too much noise.  There are lots of machines and equipment that I haven't even had a chance to check out yet!

On days when I am going to do a mid-morning workout, I like to add some carbs to my breakfast to make sure I have enough energy to finish. Usually I would be happy with some fruit blended into a protein shake, but it has been raining monsoons here the past couple of days so something warm seemed much more to my appealing.

I decided to use the last of my North Coast Naturals vanilla Vege Pro-7 protein powder and make some spicy pumpkin pancakes... I had only half a scoop left and I knew just what to do with it.  I am really sad to see the bottom of this container.  I was given this protein powder to try some time ago and have really enjoyed it... it has great body and is really quite filling.  I will need to get more!


North Coast Naturals

I mixed all the ingredients with my immersion blender and then cooked the batter in 3 batches.  It takes a bit longer to do them this way, and the batter really needs to cook completely through, otherwise you have doughy centres in the pancakes, and who likes that?  Not me, for sure.

I did the calculations and the batch of 3 cakes comes out to 6 Smart Points on the new Weight Watchers program... add a bit of sugar-free syrup for another 1 Point or some 0 Point fruit if you like. I chose to have half a navel orange alongside instead...  I really enjoyed them and hope you will too.

Make sure you are using gluten-free oats if that is an issue for you.  And yes, I know that the coconut oil is saturated fat, but I happen to believe it is good for me and I love the taste!

Spicy Pumpkin Protein Pancakes


Spicy Pumpkin Protein Pancakes
Makes 1 serving of 3 cakes.

Ingredients:
  • 1/2 scoop vanilla protein powder
  • 1/4 cup canned pumpkin
  • 1 tsp coconut oil
  • 2 Tbs egg whites 
  • 5 Tbs water
  • 1/4 cup old fashioned oats
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • dash of nutmeg
Directions:
  1. Blend all the ingredients together till batter is smooth.
  2. Cook pancakes in 3 batches and keep cakes warm till ready to serve.
  3. Serve with syrup or fruit.
Per serving of 3 cakes without topping.
WW Smart Points = 6.
Calories 200; Saturated Fat 4g; Sugar 3g; Protein 17g.

Pancake Batter
Mix the ingredients till smooth with your blender.


Pancake in pan
Make sure the cakes aren't too thick or they will take much longer to cook through.. and don't forget to flip and cook the second side!


Spicy Pumpkin Protein Pancakes
Plated and topped with sugar free syrup. Mmmm!



Do you save your pumpkin for Fall recipes, or are you like me and enjoy it year-round?

What is your favorite vanilla protein powder?



Wednesday, September 02, 2015

Pumpkin Protein Cake with Turmeric


I just wanted to share another one of my latest breakfast recipes that uses turmeric... Pumpkin Protein Cake with Turmeric...  you know I love turmeric, and am working it into my food plan more and more lately.

This is a great high protein and low carb breakfast treat... and it is delicious and very filling!  This cake is dense and doesn't rise much, even with the baking powder.

I used North Coast Naturals Vege Pro-7 protein powder in this recipe. Feel free to use your own favorite.

Pumpkin Protein Cake with Turmeric


Pumpkin Protein Cake with Turmeric
Makes 1 cake, and divide into 2 servings.
  • 1/2 cup cooked pumpkin
  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • dash of cinnamon
  • 2 Tbs vanilla unsweetened Almond Breeze
  • 1 Tbs chia seeds
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  1. Beat all ingredients together and allow to sit for a few minutes till chia seeds begin to swell.
  2. Pour batter into a microwave safe dish which has been lightly coated with a non-stick spray.
  3. Cook on HIGH for 3 minutes, then check that the batter is not rising too high and running over the edge of the baking dish. 
  4. Then cook on HIGH for another 3 minutes.
  5. Remove from mike and let rest 4 or 5 minutes.
  6. Remove cake, divide in half and place into 2 serving dishes.
  7. Top as you like.
Per serving of 1/2 of the cake, without toppings.
Weight Watchers P+ = 3.
Calories 130; Protein 14g; Carbohydrate 7g; Fat 4g; Fibre 3g.


Printable Recipe

Pumpkin Protein Cake with Turmeric
Just look at the beautiful color of this batter!




Pumpkin Protein Cake with Turmeric
Ready to pop into the mike.


Halved, plated and topped.



MMMMM!  Enjoy!


Have you broken out the pumpkin yet?

Tuesday, August 25, 2015

Pumpin Protein Waffles with Turmeric and My Golden Milk

A week or so ago, I joined a new fitness blogging group on Facebook and one of the first conversations I read and took part in, was about turmeric... it's health benefits and how to add it into our diets.

I knew that turmeric has long been considered a superfood by many in the healthy living community, and I have thought from time to time that I would like to start using it more often, but it was this FB chatter that really prompted me to act.

I purchased a 100-gram bag of pure turmeric and that same day made my first cup of Golden Milk. I thoroughly enjoyed it and have been making it every couple of days since.  I did use a recipe that I found online, but changed it a bit.   The author does not take credit for it and said that this recipe and variations have been around forever, so I am taking the liberty to share my own version.

If you don't use Stevia, you may want to put a spoonful of honey into this mixture.  It will counteract and bitterness you may taste in the turmeric and make you feel like you are having a luscious treat!



Golden Milk

Golden Milk
Makes 1 serving.
  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1/2 cup hot water
  • 1 tsp tahini
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • healthy dash of cinnamon
  • small dash of black pepper
  • bit of Stevia to sweeten
  1. Place all ingredients in a saucepan on the stove over MEDIUM-HIGH heat and stir till well-combined.  Do not let boil.
  2. Remove to cup and enjoy!
Per serving.
Weight Watchers P+ = 2.
Calories 73; Protein 2g; Carbohydrate 3g; Fat 6g; Fibre 1g.




Golden Milk


Golden Milk

 I was pleased, too, that The Captain liked the taste and texture of it. It is quite thick and creamy.

And now I am working on coming up with more and different ways to add turmeric to our diet.  It has a very brilliant orange color, so it seems a natural to me that it would go more readily into dishes we already expect to be orange.  Don't you agree?  And because the mornings are getting cooler here, well at least a little bit cooler, I pulled a can of pumpkin out of the pantry and set about to making some pumpkin protein waffles... I knew that I could easily hide the turmeric in this batter because it is already orange with pure pumpkin....yup, pumpkin season is about to launch, and so Pumpkin Protein Waffles with Turmeric were born!

Just make sure that if you are using canned pumpkin that you select pure pumpkin, not pumpkin pie filling in this recipe.  As for me, I cannot wait till fresh pumpkins are in the local markets as I do love baking and cooking with them.

I recently received some Vege Pro-7 Protein Powders from North Coast Naturals, so I chose to use the vanilla flavor in these waffles. Vege PRO-7 is very tasty and it features super foods like organic bio-fermented whole grain brown rice, organic sprouted chia, organic Canadian hemp protein, organic pumpkin seed, and other nutrient-dense proteins.  And it has no added artificial colours, sweeteners or flavours. Vege PRO-7 is also made without wheat, soy, dairy, egg, gluten or pea.  And I love it because it is also low fat and low carb, too.  But of course you should use your favorite protein powder.

I also used North Coast Naturals Ultimate Daily Cleanse to add a bit of bulk and more nutrients to my batter. You can use ground flax seeds if you like.

And, one more thing.... I understand that some people find the taste of turmeric a bit bitter, so add a sweetener to this recipe if you must. I didn't, as I think the cinnamon negates any bitter taste, and I topped my waffles with a bit of sugar free syrup and a couple of banana slices.

My recipe makes 2 servings so either share with your friend, or freeze some for another day.  You could also cut it in half.

Pumpkin Protein Waffles with Turmeric



Pumpkin Protein Waffles With Turmeric
Makes 2 servings
  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
  • 1/2 cup pure pumpkin
  • 1/2 cup egg whites (4)
  • 2 large fresh eggs
  • 2 Tbs Ultimate Daily Cleanse or ground flax seeds
  • 1 heaping tsp turmeric
  • dash of cinnamon
  1. Mix all ingredients together and let sit for a couple of minutes.
  2. Cook in your waffle make according to directions... I used half for each of 2 double waffles.
  3. Keep covered and warm till ready to serve. 
  4. Top as desired.
Per serving, without toppings
Weight Watchers P+ = 5.
Calories 195, Protein 25.1g; Carbohydrates 10g; Fat 7g; Fibre 6.3g.

Pumpkin Protein Waffles with Turmeric


Pumpkin Protein Waffles with Turmeric\






Are you ready for pumpkin season too?

Do you add turmeric to your diet?  What is your favorite way?

Saturday, July 18, 2015

Healthful Gluten-Free Waffles

Most of the waffles I have been making lakely have been with a mixture of protein powder and egg whites with with a pinch of baking powder thrown in...  they are really tasty, make up quickly, and have lots of protein... great on mornings when I am in a hurry to get moving.

But sometimes I like to take more time preparing a heartier breakfast... that often turns into brunch, really. That is the case with what I am calling my Healthful Gluten-Free Waffles.  'Healthful' because of the ingredients I have chosen to use in them.  And heartier because they kept me satisfied right through my normal lunch time.

I should also add that The Captain loved them... win win win!


NCN Ultimate Daily Cleanse


I have had a bag of North Coast Naturals Ultimate Daily Cleanse sitting in my pantry for several months now.  It was in the last shipment of goodies I received to test and I admit to being somewhat intimidated by it... not really knowing what to do with it. But, today, when I thought I would use some ground flax seed in my new waffle mixture, I decided to open that bag and try some of the Ultimate Daily Cleanse instead. I am so glad I did!

It is a mixture of six natural ingredients:
  • Ground 100% Canadian prairie flax seed (soluble & insoluble fibre & EFAs)
  • Ground psyllium seed husk (soluble & insoluble fibre)
  • Inulin fibre from chicory root (prebiotic fibre)
  • Ground organic sprouted chia seed (superior nutrients, fibre and EFAs)
  • Ground organic sprouted brown rice bran powder (soluble & insoluble fibre)
  • Probiotics (1 billion good bacteria cells from non-dairy lactobacillus fermentum; provides the same healthy probiotic goodness associated with yogurt, without the taste or the dairy)
And I should add that it is dairy free, soy free and wheat/gluten free as well.... an all-natural blend that promotes healthy regularity.  You can check it out at North Coast Naturals web site if you are interested.

Okay then...

So as to start out gently and ease into using it, I substituted 2 Tbs of the Ultimate Daily Cleanse for the 2 Tbs of ground flax seed that I would have used in this recipe.  I didn't notice any taste or texture whatsoever.

I used a bit of maple syrup, some banana slices and shredded coconut to dress up my waffles.... so delicious!



Healthful Gluten-Free Waffles


Healthful Gluten-Free Waffles
Makes 2 servings

  • 4 whole eggs
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened vanilla Almond Breeze
  • 2 Tbs Ultimate Daily Cleanse
  • 1/4 cup coconut flour
  1. Crack the eggs into a medium bowl and beat till fluffy.
  2. Add the rest of the ingredients and beat again till the batter is smooth. It will be lumpy. Keep beating.
  3. Pour half the mixture into a hot waffle iron and allow to cook about 5 minutes.
  4. Remove to plate. Cover to keep warm.
  5. Repeat with second half of batter.
  6. Serve with your favorite waffle toppings.
Per serving without toppings.
Weight Watchers P+ = 6.
Calories 232; Protein 15g; Carbohydrate 11g; Fat 14g; Fibre 8g.


Mix that batter
Keep mixing the batter till the lumps are gone!


Just cooked waffles
Cover the cooked waffles till all the batter has been used.


Dressed up waffles
And then dress them up before serving!



I did receive this product free of charge to use in my own kitchen and was under no obligation to review it.


What is your favorite way to get healthy fibre into your daily diet?

Friday, July 03, 2015

Cool Breakfasts for Hot Mornings

We are having an unusually warm Summer on the South Island this year. I am not complaining!

Actually I am enjoying every steamy degree on the thermometer... but I have certainly changed my eating habits in this heat.  I am not interested in my usual breakfast fare these days... eggs, pancakes, and even waffles are just not appealing.  I have been coming up with other things to enjoy as the temperatures soar... cold breakfasts are just better right now.

I like to select some fruit, occasionally nuts or seeds, some protein, a bit of cinnamon and sometimes stevia.  The combinations are endless.

Here are a few of my favorites so far... of course they are all gluten free.



Chocolate Cherry Smoothie
Chocolate Cherry Smoothie

chocolate protein powder, unsweetened original Almond Breeze, frozen cherries
WWP+ = 4


Fruit and Seed Yogurt Bowl
Fruit and Seed Yogurt Bowl

fat free plain Greek yogurt, goji berries, hemp seeds, sunflower seeds, flax meal
WWP+ = 5

Cottage Cheese and Berries
Cottage Cheese and Berries

fat free cottage cheese with thawed frozen mixed berries
WWP+ = 2


Egg White and Flax Muffins
Egg White and Flax Muffins

egg whites, ground flax, cinnamon, stevia
WWP+ = 4
addition PPV for the cheese
I also like these slathered with PB2 or nut butter



Protein Pudding with Cherries
Protein Pudding with Cherries

Greek yogurt, vanilla protein powder, thawed frozen cherries
WWP+ = 4


Chia Pudding with Yogurt and Berries
Chia Pudding with Yogurt and Berries


Chia Pudding with Yogurt and Berries

Greek yogurt, thawed frozen berries, chia pudding made with 2 Tbs chia seeds and 1/3 cup Almond Breeze.
WWP+ = 4


A couple of weeks ago, I even had a big kale salad!

What do you like to have for breakfast on a hot morning?