Friday on the fly I am sorry I got behind on the menus I'll make one per day when I wake up.
- Katherine Victoria Vananderland
- Oct 7, 2021
- 9 min read
Waffle Monte Christos
4 reviews Test Kitchen Approved
Total Time Prep/Total Time: 20 min. Makes 4 servings
Waffles packed with turkey, ham, bacon and apricot preserves have so much sweet, smoky love going on. I use frozen waffles to save time, but have at it if you want to put your waffle iron to good use. —Kelly Reynolds, Urbana, Illinois
Ingredients
1/2 cup apricot preserves
8 frozen waffles
4 slices deli turkey
4 slices deli ham
4 slices Havarti cheese (about 3 ounces)
4 bacon strips, cooked
2 tablespoons butter, softened
Maple syrup
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Directions
Preheat griddle over medium heat. Spread preserves over four waffles. Layer with turkey, ham, cheese and bacon; top with remaining waffles. Lightly spread outsides of waffles with butter.
Place on griddle; cook 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and heated through. Serve with syrup for dipping.
HEALTH TIP:Yep, this is one decadent sandwich. Use cooking spray instead of butter and cut the bacon and cheese in half to save 130 calories, 7 g saturated fat and almost 300 mg sodium per serving.
Nutrition Facts 1 sandwich (calculated without syrup): 511 calories, 23g fat (10g saturated fat), 70mg cholesterol, 1163mg sodium, 57g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 2g fiber), 21g protein.
This is a fun bacon and eggs recipe! It can easily be doubled for a larger group. Make sure to use high-quality bacon so it doesn't fall apart in the muffin tin. —Edith Landinger, Longview, Texas
Total Time Prep: 20 min. Bake: 15 min.
Makes 6 servings
Ingredients
12 to 18 bacon strips
1 teaspoon butter
6 large eggs
Freshly ground pepper, optional
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Directions
Preheat oven to 325°. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until partially cooked but not crisp. Drain on paper towels.
Lightly grease 6 muffin cups with 1 teaspoon butter. Cut 6 bacon strips crosswise in half. Line bottom of each muffin cup with 2 bacon halves. Line sides of each muffin cup with 1 or 2 whole bacon strips. Break an egg into each cup.
Bake until whites are completely set and yolks begin to thicken but are not hard, 12-18 minutes. If desired, sprinkle with pepper.
BACON 'N' EGG BUNDLES TIPS How do I keep these bacon and egg cups together? Make sure you use wide, thick bacon strips for this recipe. Smaller cuts will have a harder time holding in the eggs. Find out which brands of bacon make our Test Kitchen's top list.Are bacon and egg cups healthy? As a low-carb food that's high in fat and protein, they're definitely Atkins- and keto-friendly. However, they are high in saturated fat and cholesterol, so they're not a health food for those at risk for heart disease. Find some of our best keto recipes.What are other unique bacon and egg recipes? Try a BLT egg bake, bacon roll-ups or a fun Hawaiian breakfast bake. Research contributed by Elizabeth Harris Nutrition Facts 1 bundle: 311 calories, 28g fat (9g saturated fat), 225mg cholesterol, 447mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 13g protein.
We turned one of our favorite smoothies into a smoothie bowl and topped it with even more fresh fruit and a few toasted almonds for a little crunch. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Total Time Prep/Total Time: 5 min. Makes 2 servings
Ingredients
1 cup fat-free milk
1 cup frozen unsweetened strawberries
1/2 cup frozen unsweetened raspberries
3 tablespoons sugar
1 cup ice cubes
Optional: Sliced fresh strawberries, fresh raspberries, chia seeds, fresh pumpkin seeds, unsweetened shredded coconut and sliced almonds
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Directions
Place the milk, berries and sugar in a blender; cover and process until smooth. Add ice cubes; cover and process until smooth. Divide mixture between 2 serving bowls. Add optional toppings as desired.
Nutrition Facts 1-1/2 cups: 155 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 54mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (30g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
I'm always looking for healthier ways to incorporate my chocolate addiction into every meal. I've made this with peanut butter chips with bananas, and white chocolate and mint chocolate chips with raspberries.—Rachel Strong, Moseley, Virginia
Total Time Prep/Total Time: 25 min.
Makes 4 servings
Ingredients
3-3/4 cups water, divided
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups old-fashioned oats
1/4 cup toasted wheat germ
1/2 cup baking cocoa
1/3 cup sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup dried cherries plus additional cherries
Miniature semisweet chocolate chips, optional
Sweetened whipped cream, optional
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Directions
In a large saucepan, bring 3-1/4 cups water and 1/4 teaspoon salt to a boil. Stir in oats and wheat germ; reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, until water is absorbed, about 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, combine cocoa, sugar, vanilla and remaining water; stir until smooth. Add chocolate mixture and cherries to oats; stir until well combined and heated through. Serve topped with additional cherries and, if desired, miniature chocolate chips and sweetened whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts 1-1/4 cups: 410 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 153mg sodium, 86g carbohydrate (45g sugars, 8g fiber), 10g protein.
Here, salty and sweet ingredients combine for an easy, wholesome breakfast or snack. Hosting a kids holiday party? Pack the granola into treat bags and present them as take-home favors. —Elizabeth Godecke, Chicago, Illinois
Total Time Prep: 15 min. Bake: 35 min + cooling
Makes 5 cups
Ingredients
3 cups old-fashioned oats
2/3 cup chopped pecans
1/3 cup salted pumpkin seeds or pepitas
1/2 cup maple syrup
4 teaspoons butter, melted
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 cup dried apples, chopped
1/2 cup dried cranberries
Plain yogurt
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Directions
Preheat oven to 325°. In a large bowl, combine oats, pecans and pumpkin seeds. In a small bowl, mix maple syrup, butter, cinnamon, salt and nutmeg. Pour over oat mixture and toss to coat.
Transfer to a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake 35-40 minutes or until golden brown, stirring occasionally. Cool completely on a wire rack. Stir in dried fruits; serve with yogurt. Store granola in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts 1/2 cup: 268 calories, 12g fat (2g saturated fat), 4mg cholesterol, 119mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 4g fiber), 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2-1/2 starch, 2 fat.
Breakfast Bread Bowls
Total Time Prep: 20 min. Bake: 20 min. Makes 4 servings
The best part about these creative and convenient bread bowls is that you can fill them with whatever you want. This is one of our favorite breakfasts. —Patrick Lavin, Jr., Birdsboro, Pennsylvania
Ingredients
1/2 cup chopped pancetta
4 crusty hard rolls (4 inches wide)
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh mushrooms
4 large eggs
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup shredded Gruyere or fontina cheese
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Directions
Preheat oven to 350°. In a small skillet, cook pancetta over medium heat until browned, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels.
Meanwhile, cut a thin slice off top of each roll. Hollow out bottom of roll, leaving a 1/2-in.-thick shell (save removed bread for another use); place shells on an ungreased baking sheet.
Add mushrooms and pancetta to bread shells. Carefully break an egg into each; sprinkle eggs with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake 18-22 minutes or until egg whites are completely set and yolks begin to thicken but are not hard.
Nutrition Facts 1 breakfast bowl: 256 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 206mg cholesterol, 658mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 14g protein.
These indulgent chocolate pancakes are fluffy on the inside, with a rich but not-too-sweet flavor from the cocoa and a nice tang from the buttermilk. They're delicious with either maple or chocolate syrup—and even better with both swirled together on the plate! —Harland Johns, Leesburg, Texas
Chocolate Lover’s Pancakes
Total Time Prep: 15 min. Cook: 5 min./batch Makes 4 servings
These indulgent chocolate pancakes are fluffy on the inside, with a rich but not-too-sweet flavor from the cocoa and a nice tang from the buttermilk. They're delicious with either maple or chocolate syrup—and even better with both swirled together on the plate! —Harland Johns, Leesburg, Texas
This is a family favorite in my house. It's very quick and satisfying and not to mention, yummy! —Sharon Mannix, Windsor, New York
Total Time Prep/Total Time: 20 min. Makes 2 servings
This is a family favorite in my house. It's very quick and satisfying and not to mention, yummy! —Sharon Mannix, Windsor, New York
Ingredients
4 large eggs
2 tablespoons fat-free milk
1/8 teaspoon salt
3 teaspoons olive oil, divided
2 cups sliced baby portobello mushrooms
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 cup fresh baby spinach
3 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese
2 tablespoons sliced ripe olives
Freshly ground pepper
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Directions
Whisk together eggs, milk and salt. In a large nonstick skillet, heat 2 teaspoons oil over medium-high heat; saute mushrooms and onion until golden brown, 5-6 minutes. Stir in spinach until wilted; remove from pan.
In same pan, heat remaining oil over medium-low heat. Pour in egg mixture. As eggs set, push cooked portions toward the center, letting uncooked eggs flow underneath. When eggs are thickened and no liquid egg remains, spoon vegetables on 1 side; sprinkle with cheese and olives. Fold to close; cut in half to serve. Sprinkle with pepper.
Nutrition Facts 1/2 omelet: 271 calories, 19g fat (5g saturated fat), 378mg cholesterol, 475mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 medium-fat meat, 2 fat, 1 vegetable.
I find this dish a comforting reminder of my childhood. The creamy custard center contrasts deliciously with the cinnamon sugar crust. —Ana Paula Cioffi, Hayward, California
Rabanadas (Portuguese French Toast)
Total Time Prep: 15 min. Cook: 5 min./batch Makes 6 servings
Ingredients
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
4 large eggs
2 cups 2% milk
Oil for frying
1 loaf (8 ounces) French bread, cut into 1-inch slices
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Directions
In a small bowl, mix sugar and cinnamon until blended. In a large shallow dish, whisk eggs and milk. Dip both sides of bread in egg mixture, soaking lightly.
In an electric skillet, heat 1 in. of oil to 350°. Working with a few slices at a time, remove bread from egg mixture, allowing excess to drain, and fry 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
Dip warm rabanadas in cinnamon-sugar to coat all sides. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts 2 slices: 391 calories, 21g fat (3g saturated fat), 131mg cholesterol, 313mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 2g fiber), 11g protein.
I always experiment with different herbs on my eggs, since I eat them every morning. This one became one of my favorites! —Valerie Belley, St. Louis, Missouri
Total Time Prep/Total Time: 15 min. Makes 2 servings
Ingredients
4 large egg whites
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons butter, softened
2 slices whole wheat bread, toasted
1/8 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/8 teaspoon pepper
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Directions
Heat a small skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat. Whisk the egg whites, eggs and cheese; add to skillet. Cook and stir until set.
Spread butter over toast; top with egg mixture. Sprinkle with rosemary and pepper. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts 1 sandwich: 231 calories, 11g fat (5g saturated fat), 226mg cholesterol, 416mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1 starch, 1 fat.
These kabobs are fun, different and delicious, plus they go well with any egg dish. —Bobi Raab, St. Paul, Minnesota
Ingredients
1 package (7 ounces) frozen fully cooked breakfast sausage links, thawed
1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks, drained
10 medium fresh mushrooms
2 tablespoons butter, melted
Maple syrup
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Directions
Cut sausages in half; on five metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread sausages, pineapple and mushrooms. Brush with butter and syrup.
Grill, uncovered, over medium heat, turning and basting with syrup, for 8 minutes or until sausages are lightly browned and fruit is heated through.
Nutrition Facts 1 skewer: 246 calories, 20g fat (8g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 431mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein.
Start off your day on a hearty note! This one-dish wonder will easily keep your family satisfied until lunch. —Jeannette Westphal, Gettysburg, South Dakota
Farmers Breakfast
Total Time Prep/Total Time: 20 min. Makes 4 servings
Start off your day on a hearty note! This one-dish wonder will easily keep your family satisfied until lunch. —Jeannette Westphal, Gettysburg, South Dakota
Ingredients
6 bacon strips, diced
2 tablespoons diced onion
3 medium potatoes, cooked and cubed
6 large eggs, beaten
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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Directions
In a cast-iron or other heavy skillet, cook bacon until crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain. In drippings, saute onion and potatoes until potatoes are browned, about 5 minutes. Push potato mixture from center to sides of pan. Pour eggs into center; cook and stir gently until eggs are set and cooked to desired doneness. Stir to combine eggs and potato mixture.
Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with cheese and bacon; let stand until cheese melts.
Nutrition Facts 1 serving: 464 calories, 29g fat (11g saturated fat), 321mg cholesterol, 487mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 21g protein.
It's so simple and easy to make your own frozen Greek yogurt, you might even want to get the kids in on the fun. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin
Total Time Prep: 15 min.+ chilling Process: 15 min.+ freezing
Makes 2-1/2 cups
Ingredients
3 cups reduced-fat plain Greek yogurt
3/4 cup sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 tablespoon cold water
1 teaspoon unflavored gelatin
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Directions
Line a strainer or colander with 4 layers of cheesecloth or 1 coffee filter; place over a bowl. Place yogurt in prepared strainer; cover yogurt with sides of cheesecloth. Refrigerate 2-4 hours.
Remove yogurt from cheesecloth to a bowl; discard strained liquid. Add sugar and vanilla to yogurt, stirring until sugar is dissolved.
In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine cold water and lemon juice; sprinkle with gelatin and let stand 1 minute. Microwave on high for 30 seconds. Stir and let mixture stand 1 minute or until gelatin is completely dissolved; cool slightly. Stir gelatin mixture into yogurt. Cover and refrigerate until cold, about 40 minutes.
Pour yogurt mixture into cylinder of ice cream freezer; freeze according to the manufacturer’s directions.
Transfer frozen yogurt to a freezer container. Freeze 2-4 hours or until firm enough to scoop.
Nutrition Facts 1/2 cup: 225 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 57mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (36g sugars, 0 fiber), 14g protein.
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