Waffles with Peaches - Good Morning!

As a child I never embraced breakfast. I'd eat leftovers from the night before, grab a pop tart, or just skip it all together. I don't know if it is because I'm older, because I'm a mother, or because our increasingly health-conscious world is rubbing off on me, but I really appreciate a solid start to my day through breakfast.

Typically I eat cereal or oatmeal with fresh fruit, but for this post I thought I'd do a little extra work. It was a Sunday when I made this and the little one was with her grandparents so I think that is why I had the early morning energy.

We got a waffle maker as a wedding present and I just used the Bisquick recipe for this set. Super easy with great results. Topped it off with fresh cut peaches, a little syrup, and a dollop of whipped cream.

You can also add chocolate chips, a large variety of fruit, or peanut butter to get a little creative. Or go with ice cream or hot turkey and gravy and take this somewhere else from a breakfast post.

Every once and a while it is nice to mix up our meal routine.

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If we're not willing to settle for junk living, 

we certainly shouldn't settle for junk food.  ~Sally Edwards

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Hello World of Blogging -- It is Breakfast time!

It only seems appropriate to begin a brand new blog with a recipe to be used at breakfast time since after all breakfast is the most important meal of the day... or is it?

Myth or Fact: Breakfast - is it most important meal of the day? 

This morning we had: 

* Greek Yogurt with a Warm Black Raspberry and Blueberry Sauce (courtesy of Cooking Light magazine)

* Warm Cinnamon Sugar Bread

* Chocolate Milk

Greek Yogurt w Black Raspberry & Blueberry Sauce

It turned out a lot better than I anticipated and Bridget absolutely loved it too. She swirled hers together to make purple yogurt - plenty fancy enough for a 2 year old. The yogurt gives it a tangy taste and you can add or reduce the amount of sauce to adjust the level of sweetness. I added an extra serving or two to satisfy my sweet tooth. While it was refreshing for breakfast and started the day off with a healthy amount of protein, I wouldn't mind eating it for dessert on a hot summer evening.  

Greek Yogurt with a Warm Black Raspberry and Blueberry Sauce: 

2/3 cup blueberries

2/3 cup black raspberries or blackberries

1/2 cup water

1/4 cup sugar 

2    Tbsp lemon juice

1    Tbsp butter

2    cups plain greek yogurt           

Step 1: Combine the first 5 ingredients in a small saucepan. Bring mixture to a boil and then reduce heat to medium-low. Gently boil for 10 minutes or until sauce thickens. Stir in butter. 

Step 2: Spoon yogurt into a bowl and top with sauce according to desired flavor. Serve promptly. 

The recipes also suggests that this sauce be used as a stand in for syrup on pancakes or biscuits. You can use frozen berries too if fresh ones are out of season.      

Enjoying her Cinnamon Sugar Bread

     Although greek yogurt is becoming a popular food items these days this was the first time I actually tried it. I was amazed to learn how much protein it has and this simple breakfast powered me through to lunch without a problem. 

Be sure to let me know if you think you might try it, have tried it or if you have any questions.