47 Breakfasts for Champions

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47 Breakfasts for Champions2/47 Denver Omelet Salad 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I love this recipe—it’s not your typical breakfast, but it has all the right elements: easy, healthy and fast. Turn your favorite omelet ingredients into a morning salad! —Pauline Custer, Duluth, Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 229 calories, 14g fat (3g saturated fat), 217mg cholesterol, 756mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 fat, 1 vegetable. 3/47 Sweet Potato and Egg Skillet 6 Reviews Test Kitchen

Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1-1/2 fat, 1 medium-fat meat

Approved Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I try to incorporate nutritious sweet potatoes in my meals as often as possible, especially with breakfast. This recipe originated with the purpose of feeding my family a healthy, hearty breakfast…and it worked! —Jeanne Larson, Mission Viejo, California Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 224 calories, 11g fat (5g saturated fat), 201mg cholesterol, 433mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 3g fiber), 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1-1/2 fat, 1 medium-fat meat. 4/47 Rustic Vegetable Frittata 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 4

Diabetic exchanges: 2 medium-fat meat, 1 starch

servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I love that this veggie-loaded frittata combines seriously nutritious ingredients into a filling dish I can serve as breakfast, lunch or dinner—and is still delicious even as leftovers! —Deborah Jamison, Austin, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1 wedge: 259 calories, 14g fat (5g saturated fat), 340mg cholesterol, 448mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 17g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 2 medium-fat meat, 1 starch. 5/47 Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 5 min Servings 1 serving Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This recipe for apple cinnamon overnight

oats couldn’t be easier to make

oats couldn’t be easier to make. Prep takes only five minutes! —Sarah Farmer, Test Kitchen Director Taste of Home Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 349 calories, 8g fat (4g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 263mg sodium, 59g carbohydrate (28g sugars, 7g fiber), 14g protein. 6/47 Loaded Quinoa Breakfast Bowl 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 1 serving Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: After I was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2, I embarked on a journey to improve my diet and live a healthier lifestyle. I began developing recipes that were not only deliciously satisfying, but

also anti-inflammatory and highly nutritious

also anti-inflammatory and highly nutritious. —Chantale Michaud, Guelph, Ontario Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 475 calories, 13g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 85mg sodium, 83g carbohydrate (35g sugars, 10g fiber), 13g protein. 7/47 Apple Pie Steel-Cut Oatmeal 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 6 hours 10 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I absolutely love this slow cooker oatmeal. The steel cut oats have so much flavor and texture. My family loves to sprinkle toasted pecans on top. —Angela Lively, Conroe, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1-1/4 cups: 171 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 0

cholesterol, 39mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 4g fiber), 4g protein

cholesterol, 39mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 4g fiber), 4g protein. 8/47 Pumpkin Pancakes 29 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Fluffy Pumpkin Pancakes Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These pumpkin pancakes are also delicious served with butter or whipped topping and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice. Freeze any extras in a single layer on a cookie sheet, then store in a freezer bag. They’re great fresh out of the toaster! —Mindy Bauknecht, Two Rivers, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 3 pancakes: 361 calories, 11g fat (2g saturated

—Cheryl Johnson, Plymouth,

fat), 96mg cholesterol, 600mg sodium, 55g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 4g fiber), 12g protein. 9/47 Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole 60 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Breakfast Casserole with Hash Browns Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 5 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A package of frozen potatoes makes this hash brown egg casserole simple to prepare. Featuring bacon and cheddar cheese, this easy egg bake is tasty breakfast or brunch fare. You can even make it the night before, keep in the fridge and bake the next morning—so convenient! —Cheryl Johnson, Plymouth,

This recipe is a favorite in our home

Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 354 calories, 19g fat (8g saturated fat), 227mg cholesterol, 649mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 21g protein. 10/47 Banana Blueberry Pancakes 30 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Banana Blueberry Pancakes Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 14 pancakes Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This recipe is a favorite in our home. My kids don’t even realize how healthy it is! —Kelly Reinicke, Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 2 pancakes: 195 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 317mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 4g fiber), 6g

Diabetic exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1 fruit

protein. Diabetic exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1 fruit. 11/47 Raisin Nut Oatmeal 23 Reviews Raisin Nut Oatmeal Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 7 hours 10 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: There’s no better feeling than waking up to a hot, ready-to-eat breakfast. The oats, fruit and spices in this homey meal cook together while you sleep! —Valerie Sauber, Adelanto, California Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 289 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 282mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (28g sugars, 4g fiber), 9g protein. 12/47 Calico Scrambled Eggs 17 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved

There’s a short ingredient list, cooking is kept to a minimum

Calico Scrambled Eggs Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When you’re short on time and scrambling to get a meal on the table, this recipe is just what you need. There’s a short ingredient list, cooking is kept to a minimum. and the green pepper and tomato makes it colorful. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 188 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 381mg cholesterol, 248mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 14g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 2 medium-fat meat, 1/2 fat. 13/47

It’s the ultimate breakfast for dinner

Banana French Toast Bake 12 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Banana French Toast Bake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 15 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Hamburger buns and bananas come together beautifully in this whimsical make-ahead dish that the whole family will love. It’s the ultimate breakfast for dinner. —Nancy Zimmerman, Cape May Court House, New Jersey Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 341 calories, 12g fat (6g saturated fat), 181mg cholesterol, 379mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (28g sugars, 4g fiber), 15g protein. 14/47 Pumpkin Waffles 18 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Pumpkin Waffles

In fall, I freeze pumpkin puree just to make these waffles

Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 1 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My girlfriend loves pumpkin, so I often like to incorporate the ingredient in my recipes. In fall, I freeze pumpkin puree just to make these waffles. —Charles Insler, Silver Spring, Maryland Nutrition Facts: 2 waffles (calculated without butter and syrup): 194 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 83mg cholesterol, 325mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 3g fiber), 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 fat. 15/47 Spinach-Mushroom Scrambled Eggs 14 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 15

min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My husband and I had breakfast at a hotel and enjoyed an amazing mushroom and egg dish. As soon as I got home, I made my own rendition. —Rachelle McCalla, Batesville, Arkansas Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 162 calories, 11g fat (5g saturated fat), 226mg cholesterol, 417mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 medium-fat meat. 16/47 Savory Apple-Chicken Sausage 5 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Savory Apple-Chicken Sausage Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 8 patties Go to

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 medium-fat meat

Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These easy, healthy sausages taste great, and they make an elegant brunch dish. The recipe is also very versatile: It can be doubled or tripled for a crowd, and the sausages freeze well either cooked or raw. —Angela Buchanan, Longmont, Colorado Nutrition Facts: 1 sausage patty: 92 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 38mg cholesterol, 328mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 medium-fat meat. 17/47 Fruit-Filled French Toast Wraps 11 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 25 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Here’s

my go-to whenever we have brunch guests

my go-to whenever we have brunch guests. If I have extra berries, I just make a fruit salad for later. —Dawn Jarvis, Breckenridge, Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 1 wrap: 399 calories, 10g fat (4g saturated fat), 72mg cholesterol, 256mg sodium, 68g carbohydrate (29g sugars, 9g fiber), 15g protein. 18/47 Frittata Florentine 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My family is all about brunchy meals like this gorgeous Italian omelet. Lucky for us, it’s loaded with ingredients we tend to have at the ready. —Jenny Flake, Newport Beach, California

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