One of my favorite go-to breakfasts that is quick, healthy and has serious staying power is Kashi GoLean Crunch with fresh blueberries and skim milk. I really do love this combo and eat it pretty darn often. I also love strawberries sliced over the top…fresh fruit just bulks up cereal really nicely so you feel like you get to eat a big bowl full and it lasts a while, but for few calories and with a big nutrient-rich punch! The fiber and protein in the cereal help me make it a lot longer in the morning before I run for a snack. Other favorite cereals include Kashi Heart to Heart, Quaker Oatmeal Squares, Wheat Chex, and Regular Cheerios. All of them have lots of fiber from whole grains, not too much sugar, and a good amount of protein. For a light before brunch or bed snack I love Kix and Crispex!!! Light, airy, sweet, and crunchy!! Perfect for a quick fill of the tummy!

Steve has been really into french toast lately, so we make it somewhat often for dinner. I love to use real grainy, hearty breads, such as the sprouted wheat bread our Costco carries. It is a great toast bread, but can be a little dry for sandwiches, so it makes perfect french toast because it can absorb a lot of good liquid and still hold up. I normally put –> 2 eggs + 1 cup of skim milk + a heaping Tb of Vanilla + a few big dashes of cinnamon –>into an 8×8 pan. I make sure to cook it quite a while so that all that good liquid cooks right into the toast. I have often had a hard time figuring out somewhat healthy sides to go with breakfasts dinners (pancakes, etc…). Scrambled eggs are always good, but with french toast I always add quite a bit of egg to the toast itself, so instead we often serve a little dish of cottage cheese or yogurt drizzled with agave nectar and fresh berries and a side of honey roasted turkey (I brown it in a pan until sizzling). This way you are adding a lean protein plus calcium and antioxidants from the berries. Good stuff .

Speaking of breakfasts, here are pictures from our lovely brunch at The Saratoga Inn.

Soaked Granola with Strawberries + yummy coffee with cream!!