Delicious Breakfast Ideas For Winter

Egg and Cheese Breakfast Burrito

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 cup diced onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon cumin
• 4 large eggs
• 4 (10-inch) flour tortillas
• 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/4 cup diced avocado
• 1/4 cup diced red onion
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• Hot sauce, to taste (optional)

Instructions:

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring often, until the onion is softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the black beans, chili powder, and cumin and cook, stirring often, until the beans are warmed through, about 3 minutes.
3. Crack the eggs into the skillet and stir to combine. Cook, stirring constantly, until the eggs are scrambled and cooked through, about 5 minutes.
4. To assemble the burritos, lay the tortillas on a work surface. Divide the egg mixture among the tortillas and top with the cheese, tomatoes, avocado, red onion, cilantro, and sour cream. Fold in the sides and roll up the burritos.
5. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the burritos and cook, turning once, until lightly golden and warmed through, about 2 minutes per side.
6. Serve with hot sauce, if desired.

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Fruit and Yogurt Parfait

Ingredients:

• 2 cups plain Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2 cups fresh berries (such as strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries)
• 1/2 cup chopped nut of your choice (such as almonds, walnuts, or pecans)
• 1/2 cup granola
• 1/4 cup shredded coconut (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a small bowl, mix together the yogurt, honey, and cinnamon until combined.
2. Divide the yogurt mixture evenly between four parfait glasses or jars.
3. Top each parfait with the fresh berries, nuts, granola, and shredded coconut, if using.
4. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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Gingerbread Pancakes

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/4 cups buttermilk
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 2 eggs
• 2 tablespoons molasses

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, oil, eggs, and molasses until combined.
3. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
4. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Grease the skillet with butter or oil, then drop 1/4 cup of the batter onto the skillet. Cook until the pancakes are lightly golden, about 2 minutes per side.
5. Serve warm with your favorite toppings.

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French Toast Bake

Ingredients:

• 1 loaf French bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 8 eggs
• 2 cups milk
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans
• 1/2 cup raisins

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or oil.
2. Spread the bread cubes in the prepared baking dish.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, maple syrup, cinnamon, vanilla, nutmeg, and salt until combined.
4. Pour the egg mixture over the bread cubes and stir until the bread is evenly coated.
5. Sprinkle the pecans and raisins over the top of the bread.
6. Bake until the top is golden and the center is set, about 40 minutes.
7. Serve warm with additional maple syrup, if desired.

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Baked Oatmeal

Ingredients:

• 2 cups old-fashioned oats
• 1/2 cup chopped nuts of your choice (such as walnuts, almonds, or pecans)
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup melted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup milk
• 1 cup fresh or frozen fruit (such as blueberries, raspberries, or chopped apples)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or oil.
2. In a large bowl, stir together the oats, nuts, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the honey, butter, vanilla, and milk until combined.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
5. Spread the oatmeal mixture in the prepared baking dish and top with the fresh or frozen fruit.
6. Bake until the top is golden and the center is set, about 30 minutes.
7. Serve warm with additional milk, if desired.

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