Need breakfast ideas.

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  • Jessastar
    Jessastar Posts: 234
    1/3 cup oats, 1/3 cup egg whites, 1/3 cup cottage cheese. Tons of cinnamon. Blend into a pancake batter.
    Mix and let stand for 10 minuites as below and then cook. Same same.

    Yum!
  • Jessastar
    Jessastar Posts: 234
    Greek Yoghurt is awesome in so many ways. My fav is with fruit although I've tried mixing it with oats etc. The best part is that I never run out of "dairy" for my concoctions because I use Almond Milk and Yoghurt and no one else in the house tends to touch the stuff. lol:wink:

    Haha. I use Almond Milk aswell - unfortunately another person in the household loves milk. Because of that we go through a gallon of milk a day. Sometimes more. Even if we say "do not drink" they still do =P.
  • dc5729
    dc5729 Posts: 14 Member
    Hi

    I do sympathise, breakfast is so important when you are dieting but I get really tired of eggs bacon and low fat sausage. Like you I love porridge (oatmeal) but just know that if I made it, on would go the full cream milk and syrup and that would prompt my sweet craving to kick in.

    You could try some of these semi vegetarian options which I quite enjoy.

    Grilled fresh tomatoes on whole meal toast

    Virgin Mary - a big glass of tomato or vegetable juice (I add lemon juice and Tabasco ) plus a bowl of chopped veggies and zero fat yoghurt (try adding a few nuts , blueberries and even sliced banana)

    Smoked salmon and scrambled eggs makes a nice breakfast again a few toasted pine nuts for a crunch.

    When I have a little more time I make a no dough pizza - just dry grill tomatoes mushrooms and peppers plus some diced ham and melt over two slices of low fat Swiss type cheese. I also add some toasted bread cubes for more texture

    Take care and best of luck
    Dave
  • FitnessMastered
    FitnessMastered Posts: 3
    You can use cottage cheese or use simply egg whites and oats and maybe some vanilla extract.
  • 9thChakra
    9thChakra Posts: 141 Member
    Ready for something new?? BREAKFAST KASHA!!!!

    I also needed some new options and created this a while back and I love it for breakfast.

    Ingredients:

    -Wolff's Kasha (Whole Granulations) - if you don't know what this is...it's buckwheat. There are other brands...but I've named one I use so you can at least look it up online to get the idea.
    -Water or broth of choice
    Above is all you need to make the Kasha. It's a 2 to 1 liquid to dry ratio. It make take a few attempts to cook it to your desired texture. I suggest following the directions exactly but for 1 serving...so I use 1/2 cup liquid and 1/4 cup buckwheat. It's similar to cooking rice in that you bring the water to a boil, add the kasha, stir, reduce temp to a simmer, cover without peeking for 10 minutes, remove from heat. I've run into problems when I've turned the simmer too low or not low enough, resulting in liquid not absorbing and leaving things too wet or moisture drying up and burning kasha slightly.

    The fun part:

    Add-in time!! Prior to starting the kasha I choose my veggies and/or meat add-ins and prep them (I like dicing or mincing items).
    As soon as I pour the kasha in the water to cook, I heat up my add-in skillet.

    I typically use med-high heat and use either canola oil or coconut oil on the pan (you can also experiment with just using water to steam/sautee your add-ins).

    My standard items for add-ins are:

    Carrots
    Celery
    Onion
    Al Fresco - (I like the Apple Maple Chicken Sausage)

    I also will sometimes change it up with:

    Frozen spinach (this is great because I can have it on-hand in my freezer ready to go. It can actually take longer because it's frozen so I either add it first until it's thawed or microwave it to thaw it and then sautee)
    Mushrooms
    Peppers
    Zucchini
    Squash

    I like it because I'm getting whole grains and whole veggies in the beginning of my day and not doing dairy (which sometimes bothers me).

    Hope you like it!

    9thChakra

    P.S. For your oatmeal situation...I grew up with instant, just add water oatmeal that was ridiculously sweet and therefore likely hid the taste of the just water/oats situation. As an adult I wanted to use the old-fashioned whole, plain oatmeal. I first made it with just water and did not like it. But then I substituted just a little milk...like if it calls for a cup of water I pour 1/8 c. milk in the measuring cup first and then fill it to 1 c. with water. It really helps the taste/texture. If you are used to using all milk...you may want to consider eating the just water version for a while and then add back just the little bit of milk. This may be a good option for keeping the flavor, texture you like but cutting down on the amount of milk you consume.
  • luvred51
    luvred51 Posts: 163 Member
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  • Jessastar
    Jessastar Posts: 234
    Hi

    I do sympathise, breakfast is so important when you are dieting but I get really tired of eggs bacon and low fat sausage. Like you I love porridge (oatmeal) but just know that if I made it, on would go the full cream milk and syrup and that would prompt my sweet craving to kick in.

    You could try some of these semi vegetarian options which I quite enjoy.

    Grilled fresh tomatoes on whole meal toast

    Virgin Mary - a big glass of tomato or vegetable juice (I add lemon juice and Tabasco ) plus a bowl of chopped veggies and zero fat yoghurt (try adding a few nuts , blueberries and even sliced banana)

    Smoked salmon and scrambled eggs makes a nice breakfast again a few toasted pine nuts for a crunch.

    When I have a little more time I make a no dough pizza - just dry grill tomatoes mushrooms and peppers plus some diced ham and melt over two slices of low fat Swiss type cheese. I also add some toasted bread cubes for more texture

    Take care and best of luck
    Dave

    I'm glad you understand! :) What great ideas. Thank you so much for sharing.
  • Jessastar
    Jessastar Posts: 234
    You can use cottage cheese or use simply egg whites and oats and maybe some vanilla extract.

    I never tried cottage cheese before. But after seeing that there's so many uses I perhaps will give it a go!
  • jharb2
    jharb2 Posts: 208 Member
    I eat peanut butter on whole grain toast every morning. sometimes top it with a banana
  • Jessastar
    Jessastar Posts: 234
    Ready for something new?? BREAKFAST KASHA!!!!

    I also needed some new options and created this a while back and I love it for breakfast.

    Ingredients:

    -Wolff's Kasha (Whole Granulations) - if you don't know what this is...it's buckwheat. There are other brands...but I've named one I use so you can at least look it up online to get the idea.
    -Water or broth of choice
    Above is all you need to make the Kasha. It's a 2 to 1 liquid to dry ratio. It make take a few attempts to cook it to your desired texture. I suggest following the directions exactly but for 1 serving...so I use 1/2 cup liquid and 1/4 cup buckwheat. It's similar to cooking rice in that you bring the water to a boil, add the kasha, stir, reduce temp to a simmer, cover without peeking for 10 minutes, remove from heat. I've run into problems when I've turned the simmer too low or not low enough, resulting in liquid not absorbing and leaving things too wet or moisture drying up and burning kasha slightly.

    The fun part:

    Add-in time!! Prior to starting the kasha I choose my veggies and/or meat add-ins and prep them (I like dicing or mincing items).
    As soon as I pour the kasha in the water to cook, I heat up my add-in skillet.

    I typically use med-high heat and use either canola oil or coconut oil on the pan (you can also experiment with just using water to steam/sautee your add-ins).

    My standard items for add-ins are:

    Carrots
    Celery
    Onion
    Al Fresco - (I like the Apple Maple Chicken Sausage)

    I also will sometimes change it up with:

    Frozen spinach (this is great because I can have it on-hand in my freezer ready to go. It can actually take longer because it's frozen so I either add it first until it's thawed or microwave it to thaw it and then sautee)
    Mushrooms
    Peppers
    Zucchini
    Squash

    I like it because I'm getting whole grains and whole veggies in the beginning of my day and not doing dairy (which sometimes bothers me).

    Hope you like it!

    9thChakra

    P.S. For your oatmeal situation...I grew up with instant, just add water oatmeal that was ridiculously sweet and therefore likely hid the taste of the just water/oats situation. As an adult I wanted to use the old-fashioned whole, plain oatmeal. I first made it with just water and did not like it. But then I substituted just a little milk...like if it calls for a cup of water I pour 1/8 c. milk in the measuring cup first and then fill it to 1 c. with water. It really helps the taste/texture. If you are used to using all milk...you may want to consider eating the just water version for a while and then add back just the little bit of milk. This may be a good option for keeping the flavor, texture you like but cutting down on the amount of milk you consume.

    Your enthusiasm is contagious. :P This seems like such a good idea. I'll have to find out where to get Kasha. :D Thanks so much for sharing. I'm pretty excited to try it. Hah!
  • Jessastar
    Jessastar Posts: 234
    I eat peanut butter on whole grain toast every morning. sometimes top it with a banana

    Would it be a bad idea to use English Muffin instead? A regular one?
  • michelledusik
    michelledusik Posts: 63 Member
    I used to never eat breakfast either, but since it is so important, I have been eating it! I drink a Shakeology every morning and it keeps me satisfied all morning. The good thing about a shake is that you can put in it whatever you want, like fruit or flaxseed or protein or whatever. I usually just have a scoop of Shakeology with water and I'm good to go.
    Good luck!
  • Jessastar
    Jessastar Posts: 234
    I used to never eat breakfast either, but since it is so important, I have been eating it! I drink a Shakeology every morning and it keeps me satisfied all morning. The good thing about a shake is that you can put in it whatever you want, like fruit or flaxseed or protein or whatever. I usually just have a scoop of Shakeology with water and I'm good to go.
    Good luck!

    I've always wanted to try that since everyone says it's "not your typical smoothie, it's actually filling". But I honestly can't afford it and if I end up hating it and doesn't do what I hope it does then I wasted money..
  • dlionsmane
    dlionsmane Posts: 674 Member
    How about making a batch of muffins on Sunday. I make the jumbo muffins (6 to a tin) I have a few recipes at home for like all spice, pumpkin or blueberry muffins then you can seal them and keep in fridge. Grab one in the AM - zap in the microwave for a few seconds and breakfast is done! -

    I also eat oats most mornings. I put a TBs of PB or pure pumpkin in it. Yum!
  • Collier78
    Collier78 Posts: 811 Member
    I know you said no eggs but you can modify the ingredients... I bought one of these breakfast sandwich makers and now I get a variety for 5 minutes or so of time... It is made by Hamilton Beach. HTH :smile:

    Breakfast-Sandwich-Maker-by-Hamilton-Beach.jpg

    FTW!!! WOW I need one of these!
  • Collier78
    Collier78 Posts: 811 Member
    If you like oatmeal but don't have milk available, you could try stirring in a tablespoon or two of powdered milk. It gives it more of that creamy milky flavor and adds the nutrients of milk, but it's less likely to run out in a household (If I read the OP correctly, that's the biggest issue with milk/eggs - they run out in the household). We keep a box of powdered milk in the pantry that I use in cooking and to stir into my oatmeal or creamy wheat when we don't have any fresh milk.

    Another idea is hash browns. Grate 1 small-med potato and some cheese. Add chopped onion, bell pepper, ham, tomato, whatever, and cook in a frying pan until the potato starts to brown. You can chop everything (except the potato) the night before.

    Hmm.. that's a great idea. Thanks for sharing!

    I do this, but I bake the potato the night before...takes less time to reheat, cook through, and crunch..saves on cook time :-)
  • brownbeauty2013
    brownbeauty2013 Posts: 50 Member
    Try turkey bacon, try cooking a batch in the oven and that way just microwave in the morning. Egg whites, which i see quite a bit on here. Yogurt, breakfast bars. Cottage cheese with bananas and syrup is yummy too and high protein. Turkey sausage, cook the night before and just microwave and enjoy as well!
  • michelledusik
    michelledusik Posts: 63 Member
    I used to never eat breakfast either, but since it is so important, I have been eating it! I drink a Shakeology every morning and it keeps me satisfied all morning. The good thing about a shake is that you can put in it whatever you want, like fruit or flaxseed or protein or whatever. I usually just have a scoop of Shakeology with water and I'm good to go.
    Good luck!

    I've always wanted to try that since everyone says it's "not your typical smoothie, it's actually filling". But I honestly can't afford it and if I end up hating it and doesn't do what I hope it does then I wasted money..

    You can always order it and try it and if you don't like it you can send the bag back (even if it's empty) for a full refund. Beachbody has a "bottom of the bag" guarantee, just in case you don't like it.
    I think it would be worth a try - I highly recommend it!
  • Aimelish70
    Aimelish70 Posts: 48 Member
    I start off with a full glass of water, then I love vegetables and fruit in the morning - Here is an example of one that keeps me full. I know you said no eggs, but I use egg whites (in carton, my family never touches it, lol) to add a little consistency to the veggies. Mushrooms, red onions, spinach and feta cheese (you don't need much feta) scrambeled with one egg white, I will add some type of meat but very little if I am really craving protien. Then I eat fruit about 2 hours later. This usually keeps me filled up, the veggies and the fruite have fiber that will keep you full. It was very hard for me to change my eating habits, I didn't eat breakfast and definitely didn't break my meals up into small ones every few hours. It took me awhile but now I am on track and my body automatically tells me when my next meal or snack is needed. Here is my schedule, 8:30 breakfast, 10:30 snack, 12:30 lunch, 2:30 snack, between 5:30 and 7pm is dinner, if it's the later I will have a snack at around 5:30. (and that is a rough estimate, i'm not that punctual, lol). The key is to always have healthy snacks available and if at all possible plan out your meals.
  • meagalayne
    meagalayne Posts: 3,382 Member
    I used to never eat breakfast either, but since it is so important, I have been eating it! I drink a Shakeology every morning and it keeps me satisfied all morning. The good thing about a shake is that you can put in it whatever you want, like fruit or flaxseed or protein or whatever. I usually just have a scoop of Shakeology with water and I'm good to go.
    Good luck!

    I've always wanted to try that since everyone says it's "not your typical smoothie, it's actually filling". But I honestly can't afford it and if I end up hating it and doesn't do what I hope it does then I wasted money..
    I can't stand wasting money on pre-prepped shakes, etc. I used to live on homemade protein shakes, though - super filling when you pack them with spinach, frozen fruit, dairy, protein, and flavourings like PB or extracts. I know you don't have protein powder, but they'd be just as good without I'm sure. http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/947374-strawberry-peanut-brittle-smoothie-with-spinach?

    If you're not keen on eggs, you can always make up a tofu scramble at night for dinner and have the leftovers for breakfast. It's egg-like but not eggs. http://www.theppk.com/2008/10/scrambled-tofu/
  • kennyjames62
    kennyjames62 Posts: 18
    Although I am very new to this software and program, what I can tell you what I do is the following

    1/4 cup instant steel cut oats
    1/2 cup Almond Milk
    1/4 cup Dole Frozen fresh fruit - no added sugar kind

    You may also buy some gluten free granola and put 1/4 cup for crunchy texture

    I also down 1 very small yogurt and sometimes a choco protein shake to get me started.

    Now mind you I have only been on this one week and dumped out 9 pounds already...
    Im off to a terrific start
  • kakemono
    kakemono Posts: 8 Member
    Bulletproof Coffee.
    1 Cup Coffee
    2 Tbsp Grassfed Butter
    1 Tbsp MCT Oil (can substitute coconut oil if you don't have MCT on hand)

    Homemade Chocolate.
    1 Cup cocoa butter
    1 Cup cocoa powder
    1/4 cup honey

    Homemade Chocolate IN Bulletproof coffee <3
  • SoftHeat
    SoftHeat Posts: 44
    Ideas minus eggs, milk, & tortillas...

    Some days I do:

    a Luna bar w/ a piece of fruit
    greek yogurt w/ strawberries stirred in, topped w/ Uncle Sam Cereal - kind of like a home made parfait
    toast spread w/ PB & topped w/ bananas or raisins

    you can stash all of those things in your room, except for the yogurt, if you have an asshat that eats everyone's food.

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