Breakfast. The Most Important Meal Of The Day?

Lately, there’s been a big debate around the breakfast table. Is this meal really the most important of the day? Will you actually consume less calories for lunch and dinner if you eat eggs and bacon first-thing? If you cut through all the noise, you’ll realize it’s not breakfast itself that is either “good” or “bad” for you. Instead, it’s how to “do” breakfast, which carries over to the choices you make throughout the rest of your day.

We’re going to break down the facts so you can understand how breakfast is a critical component to overall good health. Then we’ll share some great breakfast options so you can always start your day off on the right foot.

Breakfast — Why It Matters

The most important reason to eat breakfast is that it kick-starts your metabolism. Even if you’re not super hungry, something light (like a piece of fruit) will actually help keep you full later on in the day. Getting calories in you early also provides energy after you wake up, which you need at the beginning of a school or work day. It’s called break-fast for a reason; you’re breaking a fast from not eating all night long, and your blood sugar is typically low when you first wake up. You need to replenish your body with a healthful meal so it knows to start taking your food and turning it into fuel. If you don’t eat first thing, there’s a good chance you’ll simply overeat later in the day.

Jump-starting your metabolism with something for breakfast is a way to tell your body that you are already on your way to consuming your daily caloric goal. If you skip breakfast, your body will think it needs to conserve what you consume — versus burn it off — meaning you might be holding onto extra sugars and fats your body would normally metabolize. Science backs this up, too; there’s a chance you’ll eat fewer calories if you skip breakfast, but those people still typically have higher BMIs (body mass index), which is a measure of body fat based on your weight in relation to your height. Other studies show that people who eat breakfast are more likely to meet their recommended fruit and veggie intake (hello veggie omelet!), consume more fiber and calcium, and overall have better attention, memory, and energy throughout the day.

How to Make Good Breakfast Choices

When you wake up, don’t snooze your alarm and then rush out the door with a half-frozen waffle or store-bought muffin! Use your mornings to your advantage and take the time to eat a good meal. This doesn’t mean you need to slave away at the stove for two hours; instead, it’s all about planning ahead so you can make something quickly and easily. Believe us, your body will thank you.

The best way to approach breakfast is to eat a combination of foods that contain carbs, which will give you that good morning zap of energy, fiber, to help you feel full, protein, to keep you energized throughout the day, and healthy fats, which help you absorb nutrients and can even boost brain power!

Here are some easy breakfast options that are healthy, delicious, and easy to make, specifically categorized so everyone is satisfied.

Oatmeal

  • Steel cut oats are a great option for your morning meal. They pack a lot of fiber to help you keep full all morning. They take longer to cook than regular rolled oats, so we recommend using a crockpot the night before to cook them so you can wake up and have a creamy bowl right away!
  • Rolled oats are another great breakfast option. They can easily be cooked on a stove top in just a few minutes. Use water, almond or soy milk, or regular milk to get them nice and creamy. For toppings, skip loading on the sugar, and sweeten it naturally with berries and a sprinkle of cinnamon. A little squirt of honey or maple syrup never hurt anyone, either!

Eggs

  • Veggies omelets are super easy to make and are filled with protein and tons of other vitamins and minerals. Whisk two eggs in a small bowl and add it to a medium-hot pan. Fold in any veggie you like — spinach, mushrooms, tomatoes, and broccoli all make great omelets!
  • Did you know you could also make eggs in a muffin tin? Think of this as your quick solution to a frittata. Whisk together eggs with anything you’d fancy, like turkey bacon, feta, or diced up green onion. Then pour your batter into a muffin tin and bake in the oven at 350° for 20 minutes. These are awesome to take on the go!

Smoothies

  • The sky’s the limit when it comes to smoothie combos you can make in the morning. A secret tip is to add a spoonful of nut butter or a scoop of protein powder to help keep you feeling full. You can also go green and add spinach, kale, or even half an avocado to get some extra greens in you. Just make sure you have a powerful blender.

Toast/Bagel

  • Bread isn’t bad for you. I repeat: Bread isn’t bad for you. Instead, it’s all about the choices you make. Go for whole grain bread, and check the ingredient list to make sure there aren’t a ton of added preservatives. Toast up two slices and add almond butter and banana, or half of a smashed avocado.
  • There’s an easy way to lighten up a morning bagel. Skip the hefty amounts of cream cheese and try hummus instead! You can also add red onion, spinach, and cucumbers, and make a yummy veggie sandwich that is a lot healthier than any bagel sandwich you’d buy in a bakery.

Cereal

  • If you love a morning bowl of cereal, just make sure to skip the sugary stuff. Check your labels and go for four to six grams of sugar per serving. Look for whole grain options that don’t have a lot of added “stuff,” like granola, chocolate, or dehydrated fruit. This will add a lot of sneaky sugars that will make your blood sugar spike but sadly fall right back down.

Fruit

  • If you tend to have a little-to-no appetite in the mornings, then fruit is a great way to jump-start your day. Cut up watermelon, have a banana, or enjoy an apple, peach, or nectarine. Bonus points if you also eat a handful of raw almonds as a way to get some good protein in you.

Yogurt

  • Yogurt is usually packed with lots of protein, which is great to help keep you full. However, yogurt can also contain a lot of added sugar. Try to buy unsweetened yogurt (full fat is totally ok!) and sweeten it yourself with honey, berries, or a dash of cinnamon. You can even add it to your smoothie for an extra bout of protein.

Meat

  • Meat lovers, we promise not to leave you out. While a big hunk of ham in the morning isn’t the best choice, other alternatives like turkey bacon, lox, or breakfast chicken sausage is a great way to satisfy your savory tooth and pack your morning with protein.

At the end of the day, the beginning of your day will determine how your body feels. Don’t let a busy morning or a snoozed-alarm clock stop you from remembering to eat something healthful and delicious. We promise it will help keep energy levels up, appetites under control, and bodies feeling strong, lean, and supported by an A+ diet.

Fire Roasted Salsa Breakfast Flatbread

This Fire Roasted Salsa Breakfast Flatbread makes you feel like you’re eating pizza for breakfast! Loaded with cage-free egg whites, roasted potatoes, organic veggies, cheddar cheese, and salsa for the ultimate breakfast combo! 

Fire Roasted Salsa Breakfast Flatbread

Breakfast flatbreads and breakfast pizzas are very trendy right now. And for a good reason! They are both easy and delicious to make! This fire-roasted salsa breakfast flatbread is a fun twist on our already made Turkey Sausage Flatbread Breakfast Sandwiches!

We took a flatbread pizza and topped it with our Turkey Sausage Scramble Bowl, fire-roasted salsa, a balsamic glaze for sweetness, and arugula for a peppery crunch! It’s pretty much like dipping one of our ready-to-go breakfast flatbreads in salsa! YUM!

So, if you need something fast during the week, we recommend grabbing a breakfast flatbread sandwich! We have both Turkey Sausage and Power Veggies. But, if you’re looking to up your breakfast game to impress the family or friends for Sunday brunch, then this Breakfast Flatbread is the way to go!

No one will turn down a slice of a crispy flatbread topped with antibiotic-free turkey sausage, roasted potatoes, organic veggies, cheddar cheese, fire-roasted salsa, balsamic, and arugula! It’s a flavor profile that is sure to explode on anyone’s tastebuds!

Serve this with a side of fresh fruit, scrambled eggs, or as is! Either way, it’s guaranteed to be a winner. If you have friends or family that would prefer a veggie-based breakfast, you can swap the Turkey Sausage Scramble Bowl for the Southwestern Veggie Scramble Bowl

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Fire Roasted Salsa Breakfast Flatbread Ingredients:

 

Fire Roasted Salsa Breakfast Flatbread

This Fire Roasted Salsa Breakfast Flatbread makes you feel like you're eating pizza for breakfast! Loaded with cage-free egg whites, roasted potatoes, organic veggies, cheddar cheese, and salsa for the ultimate breakfast combo! 
Course Breakfast
Cuisine Mexican
Keyword Turkey Sausage Scramble Bowl
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 3

Ingredients

  • 1 large Flatbread
  • 2 turkey sausage scramble bowls
  • 1/2 cup fire-roasted salsa
  • 3 tbsp balsamic glaze
  • fresh arugula for garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Place a cookie rack on top of a sheet pan (or use a pizza pan).
  • Cook your Turkey Sausage Scramble Bowls for 2 minutes each.
  • Evenly spread the Turkey Sausage Scramble Bowls over the flatbread.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the flatbread is golden.
  • Remove from the oven and top with the fire-roasted salsa, balsamic glaze, and fresh arugula.
  • Enjoy!

Bacon & Egg Breakfast Crescent Ring

Our Bacon Scramble Bowl, with some extra cheese, makes the perfect filling for this easy-to-make Bacon & Egg Breakfast Crescent Ring. 

Bacon & Egg Breakfast Crescent Ring

This Bacon & Egg Breakfast Crescent Ring is an easy, tasty, and beautiful way to serve breakfast. Who doesn’t love bacon, eggs, cheese, and organic veggies wrapped inside a pillowy, buttery crescent roll? It’s a sure way to please family and friends alike at your brunch this weekend.

This breakfast crescent ring is not only very easy and delicious, but it also makes for great leftovers. Simply microwave or toast the leftover crescent rings, and you have a weekday breakfast ready in minutes! No more scrambling to grab something to eat before getting the kids off to school.

Not a fan of bacon? Then you’re in luck! We have two other scramble bowls that would be just as delicious in this recipe? You could go with our Turkey Sausage Scramble Bowl or our Southwestern Veggie Scramble Bowl. We love to dip the Southwestern Veggie version into a nice fresh salsa! YUM!

You can serve the breakfast crescent rings as a stand-alone item. But we would highly recommend serving them with some fresh sliced fruit, yogurt, or another sweet breakfast option of choice. There is nothing more tantalizing to the tastebuds than a sweet and savory combo!

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Bacon & Egg Breakfast Crescent Ring Ingredients:

 

Bacon & Egg Breakfast Crescent Ring

Our Bacon Scramble Bowl and some extra cheese make the perfect filling for this easy-to-make Bacon & Egg Breakfast Crescent Ring. 
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Keyword Bacon & Egg Scramble Bowl
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 8

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces Pillsbury Crescent Rolls 8 rolls per container
  • 3 Uncured Bacon Scramble Bowls
  • 1 cup cheese shredded
  • 1 large bacon & egg scramble bowls for egg wash, optional
  • green onion for garnish optional

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Cook your 3 Uncured Bacon Scramble Bowls for 2 minutes each.
  • Lay our your crescent rolls on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet in a star shape.
  • Evenly divide your scramble bowls between the crescent rolls and then topped with shredded cheese. *Place the scramble bowls in a circle around the center of the star leaving the pointy edges of the crescent rolls empty.
  • Fold your crescent rolls over and brush will egg wash if desired. (The egg wash will give the crescent rolls a nice golden color)
  • Bake for 20 minutes or until the crescent rolls are golden.
  • Serve immediately with fresh fruit.

How To Meal Prep Oatmeal 8 Ways

Oatmeal in a jar is the meal prep recipe that will change your morning routine. All it takes is 5 minutes of prep work the night before to ensure that you have an easy and energizing breakfast as you run out the door. A perfect grab-n-go idea!

We are all about quick, easy, on-the-go meals that will leave you feeling energized and satisfied. Plus, we want them to have great flavor! Have you seen what’s going on with our breakfast burritos? Mouthwatering!

But, sometimes we want something sweet to start the day. Yes, we could opt for waffles or pancake puffs, but when we want something sweet and need it fast our trusty Organic Unsweetened Oatmeal always steps into play!

Some days we just want to savor the unsweetened nutty texture of the oatmeal, other days we want to dress it up one of these 8 ways! No matter how you do it, our oatmeal is great for a quick morning meal and even better for meal prep!

 

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Don’t these flavors make your mouth water?

  • Orange Creamsicle Oatmeal
  • Blackberry Cobbler Oatmeal
  • Raspberries ‘N Cream Oatmeal
  • Honey Almond Granola Oatmeal
  • Banana Bread Oatmeal
  • Cinnamon Apple Oatmeal
  • Blueberry Pie Oatmeal
  • PB & J Oatmeal

So, are you ready to get started? We thoughts so.

How To Meal Prep Oatmeal 8 Ways

1.Decide how many jars you want to make. You can opt for 1 jar for the next day, 2-3 for a few breakfasts during the week, or go for all 8 like we did! Our family loves to all grab these on the way out the door.

2. Decide what flavor combinations you want to make. The possibilities are endless here, so let your creative mind run wild! Oh, and if you happen to make any of these flavors or one of your own, tag us on social media so we can share your creation!

3. Grab your oatmeal. You will need 1 box per jar.

4. Pick up the items needed for your add-in’s. Or, just wing it and use what’s in your house!

5. Layer 1/2 of your oatmeal, 1/2 of your add-ins, the second half of your oatmeal, and finish off with more add-ins.

6. Seal and put in the refrigerator. Your oats will last up to 5 days depending on what you use for add-ins.

 

How To Meal Prep Oatmeal 8 Ways

Oatmeal in a jar is the meal prep recipe that will your morning routine. All it takes is 5 minutes of prep work the night before to ensure that you have an easy and energizing breakfast as you run out the door. A perfect grab-n-go idea!
Course Breakfast
Keyword Organic Unsweetened Oatmeal
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 8 jars

Ingredients

Orange Creamsicle Oatmeal

  • 1 box organic unsweetened oatmeal cooked
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup cottage cheese
  • 2 tsp sweetener of choice
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp chia seeds
  • 1 small orange peeled and cut into triangles

Blackberry Cobbler Oatmeal

  • 1 box organic unsweetened oatmeal cooked
  • 2 tbsp sweetener of choice
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup blackberries

Raspberries 'N Cream Oatmeal

  • 1 box organic unsweetened oatmeal cooked
  • 1/2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 tsp chia seeds
  • 1/2 cup raspberries
  • 1 tbsp coconut cream or cream of choice

Honey Almond Granola Oatmeal

  • 1 box organic unsweetened oatmeal cooked
  • 1/3 cup Greek yogurt or yogurt of choice
  • 1/4 cup almond milk
  • 1 tsp chia seeds
  • 2 tsp honey
  • 2 tbsp slivered almonds
  • 2 tbsp granola of choice

Banana Bread Oatmeal

  • 1 box organic unsweetened oatmeal cooked
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 medium banana 1/2 sliced, 1/2 mashed
  • 1-2 tsp brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp walnuts chopped
  • cinnamon optional

Cinnamon Apple Oatmeal

  • 1 box organic unsweetened oatmeal cooked
  • 1 tsp maple syrup
  • 1 tsp chia seeds
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 small apple diced
  • 1-2 tsp ground cinnamon

Blueberry Pie Oatmeal

  • 1 box organic unsweetened oatmeal cooked
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • pinch salt
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 2 tbs Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup blueberries

PB & J Oatmeal

  • 1 box organic unsweetened oatmeal cooked
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 tsp chia seeds
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1-2 tsp honey
  • pinch salt
  • 2 tbsp peanut butter or nut/seed butter alternative
  • 2 tbsp fruit only jam Or use fresh berries, mashed

Instructions

Orange Creamsicle Directions:

  • Mix together your oatmeal, orange juice, 1/2 of your cottage cheese, sweetener, vanilla extract, and chia seeds. 2. Put half into the jar. 3. Layer in 1/2 of your orange. 4. Add the rest of your oatmeal on top of the oranges. 5. Top with remaining cottage cheese and orange slices. 6. Cover and store in the fridge.

Blackberry Oatmeal Directions

  • Mix together all ingredients except your blackberries. 2. Layer half of your oatmeal into the jar. 3. Add in half or your blackberries. 4. Layer in your remaining oatmeal. 5. Finish off with the rest of your blackberries. 6. Cover and store in the fridge.

Raspberries 'N Cream Oatmeal Directions:

  • Mix together your oatmeal, milk, greek yogurt, vanilla, sweetener, and chia seeds. 2. Put half into the jar. 3. Layer in 1/2 of your raspberries. 4. Add the rest of your oatmeal on top of the raspberries. 5. Top with remaining raspberries. 6. Drizzle with cream. 7. Cover and store in the fridge.

Honey Almond Granola Oatmeal Directions:

  • Mix together oatmeal, milk, chia seeds, 1 tsp honey, and slivered almonds. 2. Put into a jar. 3. Mix together Greek yogurt and remaining 1 tsp. honey. 4. Place on top of oatmeal. 5. Finish off with 2 tbsp. of granola. 6. Cover and store in the fridge.

Banana Bread Oatmeal Directions:

  • Mix together oatmeal, milk, mashed banana, brown sugar. 2. Layer half of the oatmeal into the jar followed by 1/2 of the sliced banana and 1 tbsp walnuts. 3. Repeat the layers. 4. Finish off with a sprinkle of cinnamon, if desired. 5. Cover and store in the fridge.

Cinnamon Apple Oatmeal Directions:

  • Mix together oatmeal, milk, maple syrup, chia seeds, and 1 tsp. ground cinnamon. 2. Layer half of the oatmeal into the jar followed by 1/2 of the apple and a sprinkle of cinnamon. 3. Repeat the layers. 4. Cover and store in the fridge.

Blueberry Pie Oatmeal Directions:

  • Mix together your oatmeal, milk, honey, Greek yogurt, honey, salt, and cinnamon. 2. Put half into the jar. 3. Layer in 1/2 of your blueberries. 4. Add the rest of your oatmeal on top of the blueberries. 5. Top with remaining blueberries. 6. Cover and store in the fridge.

PB & J Oatmeal Directions:

  • Mix together oatmeal, milk, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, salt, and honey. 2. Layer half of the mixture into your jar. 3. Top with 1 tbsp each peanut butter and jelly. 4. Repeat your layers. 5. Cover and store in the fridge.

Notes

NOTES:
*Recipes are listed for 1 jar. Please double, trip or quadruple as needed.
* Any milk alternative or yogurt alternative can be used to make these dairy free or vegan.
* We used white chia seeds, but you can use black.
 

Dark Chocolate Waffle Dippers

Satisfy your morning sweet tooth with these Dark Chocolate Waffle Dippers! Our Buttermilk waffles are baked until golden and then dipped in heart-healthy dark chocolate for a fun twist on breakfast!

Dark Chocolate Waffle Dippers

We are always trying to make eating more fun around here. We can’t think of too many things that are more fun than eating with your fingers. Or eating anything that involves chocolate. This is where our easy buttermilk waffle dipper recipe comes into play.

You might think this recipe is meant only for breakfast since waffles are involved, but we are fans of eating these waffle dippers for dinner and dessert, too! Have you heard of brinner? It’s when you eat ‘breakfast for dinner’ and comes in handy on busy nights.

Our Buttermilk Waffles toast up in a matter of minutes. All you need to do is slice the frozen waffles into thirds, toast them according to package directions, and then serve with your dipping sauce of choice. In this case, we went with melted dark chocolate for something a little indulgent. However, you could also serve them with maple syrup, honey-sweetened yogurt, dripping peanut butter, or a combination.

We added crushed nuts for a little crunch, but sprinkles for the kids, chocolate chips or mini m&m’s would all be fun! Heck, this is another recipe that a “build your own” waffle dipper bar would be so fun! Just imagine how much fun the kids would have at breakfast after a sleepover!

But, these aren’t just for kids. As adults, we love them too! We might even go so far as to say that they are our latest breakfast obsession. They seem to make mealtime a little bit ‘sweeter.’

Dark Chocolate Waffle Dippers Ingredients:

1 package Buttermilk Waffles, cooked according to package directions

8 ounces dark chocolate, melted

1/4-1/3 cup cashews, crushed

Dark Chocolate Waffle Dippers

Satisfy your morning sweet tooth with these Dark Chocolate Waffle Dippers! Our Buttermilk waffles are baked until golden and then dipped in heart-healthy dark chocolate for a fun twist on breakfast!
Course Breakfast
Keyword Buttermilk Waffles
Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 7 minutes
Servings 6 waffles

Ingredients

  • 1 box Buttermilk Waffles cooked according to package directions
  • 8 ounces dark chocolate melted
  • 1/4-1/3 cup cashews crushed

Instructions

  • Slice cooked waffles into thirds.
  • Dip each waffle into melted dark chocolate (or drizzle with a spoon).
  • Top with crushed cashews or favorite nut, if desired.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

You could use milk chocolate if you prefer. Also, any nut would work in place of the cashews. Hazelnuts are a favorite here! You could also drizzle with some peanut butter on top too!

Pancake Puff Ice Cream Sundae Bowls

Pancake puffs aren’t just for breakfast! Top them with melted dark chocolate, fresh summer fruit, and whipped cream to make a fabulous dessert! 

Pancake Puff Ice Cream Sundae Bowls

It may seem a little odd to think about serving ice cream for breakfast, but as parents with picky kids, sometimes we need to step outside of our comfort zone and let them indulge! And if you think this is too much, you can always swap the ice cream for your favorite yogurt! It will still feel just like a sundae, promise!

If you’ve been around here for a while then you know we have quite the love for pancake puffs and waffles! Yes, this recipe would also be just as delicious with waffles, too! More often than not, we opt for a savory breakfast, but when we are craving something sweet (or the kids want a treat) this pancake ice cream sundae is the way to go! You will score bonus points for serving this!

We are all about “build your own meals” because it allows the kids to get creative with what they eat and feel like they are the ones making the decision. Sneaky, huh?

So, to create a breakfast sundae bar like this, you will need 1-2 bags of our pancake puffs as the base and can then run wild with the rest of the toppings. As mentioned above, you could swap the ice cream for a healthier breakfast option like yogurt, serve a variety of fresh fruit, nuts, seeds, mini chocolate chips, whipped cream, etc.! Let your imagination run wild!

This recipe also works as a healthier (and fun) alternative at birthday parties or sleepovers, too! Whether this is served to kids or adults, it is a guaranteed way to bring a smile to anyone’s face.

Pancake Puff Ice Cream Sundae Bowls Ingredients:

1 package Good Food Made Simple Pancake Puffs

1 cup low-fat vanilla ice cream

1/3-1/2 cup chocolate chips, melted (or chocolate syrup)

1/2 cup fresh cherries

1/2 cup whipped cream

 

Pancake Puff Ice Cream Sundae Bowls

Pancake puffs aren't just for breakfast! Top them with melted dark chocolate, fresh summer fruit, and whipped cream to make a fabulous dessert! 
Course Breakfast
Keyword Pancake Puffs
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 sundaes

Ingredients

  • 1 package Good Food Made Simple Pancake Puffs
  • 1 cup low-fat ice cream or ice cream of choice
  • 1/3 cup chocolate chips, melted or chocolate syrup
  • 1/2 cup fresh cherries
  • 1/2 cup whipped cream

Instructions

  • Cook pancake puffs according to oven directions on package
  • Divide cooked pancake puffs between 4 bowls
  • Evenly divide toppings: ice cream, chocolate syrup, cherries and whipped cream between 4 bowls.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Nutrition for 1 out of 4 servings:
7.5g Protein | 59.6g Carbs | 22.8g Fat | 477 Calories
*please note nutrition facts will vary depending on amounts and brands used

Egg White Patty & Bacon Breakfast Sandwiches

Up your breakfast game with our quick and easy recipe for the ultimate Egg White Patty & Bacon Breakfast Sandwiches! They are also great for meal prep! Make a few extra for a fast grab ‘n go breakfast! 

Egg White Patty & Bacon Breakfast Sandwiches

We kinda have a thing for breakfast sandwiches around here. Waffle breakfast sandwicheshigh protein breakfast sandwiches, make-ahead freezer breakfast sandwiches…you get the point. But, when you add in a layer of bacon and cheese, well, the game really begins to change!

Layers of toasty bread, melted cheese, fresh spinach, high-protein egg white patties, bacon, and a big slathering of pesto. This easy to make breakfast sandwich has it all!

Let’s not forget to talk about the 24.1g of protein that is in this sandwich, too! That’s the equivalent of eating just an everyday piece of chicken (boring!). Starting your day with a balance of fiber-rich carbohydrates, protein, and healthy fats are the key to staying satisfied until lunch. Yup, you won’t find your hand in the candy jar at 10:30 am after eating this for breakfast.

You can prepare this before work, it only takes 15 minutes, or you can make it ahead of time for a grab-n-go breakfast! We recommend serving it with a piping hot cup of coffee (maybe two cups if it’s Monday). You can also serve this with fresh cut fruit on the side if you enjoy a bit of sweetness with your meal.

The great thing about this combination is that it also works well for lunch or dinner, too! Some air fryer sweet potato slices are the perfect compliment! Serve with extra pesto or ketchup for dipping, and you have a complete meal ready in less than 20 minutes.

Egg White Patty & Bacon Breakfast Sandwiches Ingredients:

8 slices favorite bread

4 Good Food Made Simple Egg White Patties

4 slices bacon, cooked

4 slices American Cheese

1/4 cup spinach

1/4 cup pesto

Egg White Patty & Bacon Breakfast Sandwiches

Up your breakfast game with our quick and easy recipe for the ultimate Egg White Patty & Bacon Breakfast Sandwiches! They are also great for meal prep! Make a few extra for a fast grab 'n go breakfast! 
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Keyword Egg White Patties
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 sandwiches

Ingredients

  • 8 slices bread use gluten free, if needed
  • 4 egg white patties
  • 4 slices bacon cooked
  • 4 slices American Cheese
  • 1/4 cup spinach
  • 1/4 cup pesto

Instructions

  • Cook egg white patties according to directions.
  • While egg white patties are cooking, toast your bread.
  • When your toast is done, spread 1 tbs of pesto on each of 4 slices of bread.
  • Layer your spinach, cheese, bacon and egg white patties on the toast.
  • Finish off with the last slice of toast.
  • Cut in half and enjoy!

Notes

Nutrition for 1 out of 4 sandwiches:
24.1g Protein | 35.1g Carbs | 17.5g Fat | 421 Calories
 

Healthy Strawberry Oatmeal Parfait

With a few simple ingredients, this Healthy Strawberry Oatmeal Parfait comes together in minutes making a fast and delicious way to start your day. A great option for a delicious gluten free breakfast. 

Healthy Strawberry Oatmeal Parfait

Overnight oats? Sorta, but not really. You see, traditional overnight oats are made with rolled oats and milk. You place them in a jar together, and the oats soften overnight. But, to us, the end result is more like a paste. It’s a texture that we just can’t get around.

This healthy strawberry parfait is the solution to not having pasty overnight oats. It gives you the grab-n-go convenience of overnight oats, but with a much heartier texture. We used our steel-cut oatmeal in this, so you get the texture and flavor of long, slow-cooked oats, but with a speedier pace!

If you are making one jar for breakfast, we recommend cooking up 1 whole package of oatmeal for each jar. If you are making a snack, then we would recommend half a serving per jar.

One of the best parts of creating a parfait or overnight oats is the layers of textures and flavors! There are so many fun and delicious combinations to keep your taste buds from getting bored.  In this parfait recipe, we layered in creamy yogurt, crunchy granola, and fresh fruit for sweetness!

Other yummy options would be replacing the granola with chocolate chips, switching up the fruit and using mango and coconut for a tropical flavor, or even layering in a few pieces of leftover brownie for a sweet little dessert. The kids would have a ball creating their own layers and combinations for a snack.

But, the best part is that you can prepare all of these in advance and have a healthy and satisfying option ready to get every morning. Long are the days when you will have an excuse not to eat breakfast.

Healthy Strawberry Parfait Ingredients:

1 package Good Food Made Simple Frozen Steel Cut Oatmeal

1 cup strawberries

1/2 cup Greek yogurt

1/3 cup granola of choice

1/3 cup fresh blackberries

Healthy Strawberry Oatmeal Parfait

With a few simple ingredients, this Healthy Strawberry Oatmeal Parfait comes together in minutes making a fast and delicious way to start your day. Gluten Free. 
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Keyword Organic Unsweetened Oatmeal
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Servings 2 parfaits

Ingredients

  • 1 package organic unsweetened oatmeal
  • 1 cup strawberries
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or yogurt of choice
  • 1/3 cup granola use your favorite brand
  • 1/3 cup blackberries

Instructions

  • Heat 1 package organic unsweetened oatmeal according to package directions
  • While oatmeal is warming, slice half of the strawberries length wise.
  • Place half of the strawberries in the bottom of each of two jars (or bowls).
  • Dice the other half of the strawberries and set aside.
  • When oatmeal is done cooking, divide it evenly between the two jars.
  • Next add the Greek yogurt layer to each jar placing half in each.
  • Sprinkle the granola on top of the Greek yogurt.
  • Finish off with diced strawberries and fresh blackberries.

Notes

Nutrition for 1 out of 2 servings:
10.8g Protein | 38.6g Carbs | 4.7g Fat | 5.8g Fiber | 235 Calories

Turkey Sausage Scramble Bowl Breakfast Tacos

Turkey Sausage Scramble Bowl Breakfast Tacos are a quick and nutrient-dense way to kick-start your morning! With only 3 ingredients, this gluten-free breakfast can be on your table before the kids even roll out of bed! 

Turkey Sausage Scramble Bowl Breakfast Tacos

When it comes to breakfast, we will choose a savory over sweet breakfast 9 times out of 10. Our kids, on the other hand, prefer something sweet unless sausage and eggs are involved. That’s why we created this easy breakfast taco recipe.

We started with the main filling, our Turkey Sausage Scramble Bowl, that has all the egg whites and sausage that the kids are craving. It also has hearty russet potatoes, real cheese, and veggies already mixed in! It’s really the secret to being able to enjoy breakfast tacos any morning of the week!

The scramble bowls cook up in a matter of just a few minutes. Once they are done, we layer them into the corn tortillas and finish them off with sliced avocado, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice! The combination creates a meal that is well balanced in protein, carbohydrates, and healthy fats.

If you are more of a bacon and eggs kind of person, you could swap the Turkey Sausage Scramble Bowl for our Bacon and Eggs Scramble Bowl. It would be an easy 1:1 swap. Or, if you prefer a vegetarian start to the day, our Southwestern Scramble Bowl would be an excellent option. Heck, you can do like we do and cook up one of each and let the kids create their own tacos! Serve with a side of fresh fruit, and you have yourself an easy and well balanced start to the day.

Turkey Sausage Scramble Bowl Breakfast Tacos Ingredients:

1-2 Good Food Made Simple Turkey Sausage Scramble Bowls 

4 corn tortillas

1 medium avocado, sliced

fresh cilantro, if desired

fresh lime juice

 

Turkey Sausage Scramble Bowl Breakfast Tacos

Turkey Sausage Scramble Bowl Breakfast Tacos are a quick and nutrient dense way to kick-start your morning! With only 3 ingredients, this gluten-free breakfast can be on your table before the kids even roll out of bed! 
Course Breakfast
Keyword Turkey Sausage Scramble Bowl
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 tacos

Ingredients

  • 1-2 turkey sausage scramble bowls use 2 if you would like more filling per taco
  • 4 medium corn tortillas
  • 1 medium avocado sliced
  • fresh cilantro for garnish
  • fresh lime juice

Instructions

  • Heat turkey sausage scramble bowl(s) according to directions.
  • Warm (or grill) corn tortillas, if desired.
  • Layer corn tortillas with turkey sausage breakfast scramble.
  • Top with sliced avocado and a squeeze of fresh lime juice.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

Nutrition for 1 out of 4 tacos:
6.2g Protein | 16.8g Carbs | 8.5g Fat | 4.5g Fiber | 164 Calories

Bacon & Egg Scramble Bowl Breakfast Nachos

That’s right. We said Bacon & Egg Scramble Bowl Breakfast Nachos!  Tortilla chips layered with bacon, eggs, avocado, cojita cheese, fresh salsa, jalapeno, and cilantro make these breakfast nachos an epic way to start your day! Gluten-Free. 

Bacon & Egg Scramble Bowl Breakfast Nachos

Breakfast Tacos. Breakfast Pizza. Did you really think that we wouldn’t have a breakfast nachos recipe? C’mon now! Breakfast nachos are one of the hottest things lately. Did you see the keto take we made with our egg white patties? So good!

This version is made with two of our favorite breakfast foods; bacon and eggs and is ready in less than 10 minutes. Seriously! While you are cooking your Bacon & Egg Scramble Bowls, place your tortillas in a skillet (or a plate works great too!). As soon as your scramble bowls are done cooking, layer them on top of the tortilla chips and then finish off with your favorite salsa, cojita cheese, and sliced avocado. Oh, and if you like a little kick, don’t forget the sliced jalapeno!

Like most of our breakfast recipes, you can easily swap out the Bacon & Egg Scramble Bowl for either our Turkey Sausage Scramble Bowl or the Southwestern Veggie Bowl. Both are just as easy and delicious as the Bacon & Eggs version.

If you really want to load up the nachos, you could go big and add some fresh chopped tomato, olives, sauteed onion, refried beans, etc.! The possibilities are endless with breakfast nachos!

These also work great for a game day appetizer, a backyard BBQ, or any other time you may be entertaining! If serving for larger crowds, you can easily double, triple, or even quadruple the recipe. Or make a couple of different versions; one for your meat-eaters and one for your veggie lovers.

Bacon & Egg Scramble Bowl Breakfast Nachos Ingredients:

1-2 Good Food Made Simple Bacon & Egg Scramble Bowls

3/4 cup tortilla chips of choice

1/2 medium avocado, sliced

1/4 cup cojita cheese

2-3 tbs fresh salsa

1 small jalapeno, sliced (optional)

fresh cilantro, for garnish

Bacon & Egg Scramble Bowl Breakfast Nachos

That's right. We said Bacon & Egg Scramble Bowl Breakfast Nachos!  Tortilla chips layered with bacon, eggs, avocado, cojita cheese, fresh salsa, jalapeno, and cilantro make these breakfast nachos an epic way to start your day! Gluten Free. 
Course Breakfast
Keyword Bacon & Egg Scramble Bowl
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 2 servings

Ingredients

  • 1-2 bacon & egg scramble bowls use 2 if you would like more toppings
  • 3/4 cup tortilla chips use low sodium or gluten free, if needed
  • 1 medium avocado thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup cojita cheese
  • 2-3 tbsp fresh salsa
  • 1 small jalapeno seeded and sliced, optional
  • fresh cilantro if desired

Instructions

  • Heat bacon & egg scramble bowl(s) according to package directions.
  • Lay tortilla chips in the bottom of a skillet or on a plate.
  • Top tortillas with warmed bagon & egg scramble bowl, avocado, cojita cheese, salsa, jalapeno and fresh cilantro.
  • Enjoy.

Notes

Nutrition based on 3 servings:
11.8g Protein | 25.4g Carbs | 22.6g Fat | 4.5g Fiber | 350 Calories
*Please note nutrition will vary depending on brands used.