Banana Split for Breakfast

I am sure you know that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Since it is the most important meal, we need to make sure that we eat the right things to give ourselves a "jump-start" to the day and keeping our favorite breakfast recipes healthy. It can be tempting to head over to McDonald's before work and grab on of their sausage, egg and cheese sandwiches. Do not do that! That sandwich is one of the worst things you can put into your body in the morning. Anything even similar to that is not sufficient for your needs and will not carry you very far into the day.

Instead of unhealthy foods full of empty calories, we owe it to ourselves to start the day by eating something tasty, healthy gourmet recipes that is full of nutrients.

Ingredients:

You will need a banana

a half of a cup of yogurt

2 strawberries

a forth of a cup of granola 

4 or 5 blueberries

Preparation:

1. First, the banana and cut it down the middle (long ways).

2. Separate the two banana slices so they are a couple inches apart.

3. Put two ¼ cup scoops of yogurt between the banana slices.

4. Now take the strawberries, cut the tops off, and cut them into even slices.

5. Spread ¼ cup of granola evenly on top of the area of the dish that has yogurt.

6. Lay the strawberries on the yogurt so they are evenly spread apart.

7. To top it off, place 2 or 3 blueberries on top of the scoops of yogurt.

8. Now you can enjoy a tasty but healthy breakfast!

Mint Brownies

Considered a plain but elegant treat at lunchtime or dinnertime, mint brownies remind us well of those mint chocolates present under the pillows which the housekeeping prepares at luxury hotels.This minty recipe was taken from Pillsbury Best Cookies Cookbook.To make this thoughtful chef recipe and wonderful chocolate brownie recipe present for neighbors, friends and family, you would need all purpose flour, eggs, pure vanilla extract, granulated sugar, unsweetened chocolate and butter for the brownies. To make a delicious topping only chocolate shavings are needed. To create an appetizing filling you would only need eggs, a bit of green food coloring, granulated sugar, mint extract, and cream cheese. When you feel like having some unique brownies, pick this gourmet treat recipe that is layered with mint. This especially goes perfectly well with mint tea or green tea. For a more exciting treat, top this over vanilla ice cream, chocolate ice cream, pistachio ice cream or mint ice cream.

Ingredients

For the Filling:

8 oz. cream cheese, softened

¼ cup granulated sugar

1 egg

1 teaspoon mint extract

4 drops green food coloring

For the Brownies:

1 cup butter

4 oz. unsweetened chocolate, chopped

2 cups granulated sugar

2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

4 eggs

1 cup all purpose flour

For the Topping:

2 oz. chocolate, shaved

1. The oven is preheated to 350 ⁰F. Then a 13 by 9 in. baking dish is greased and floured; set aside.

2. In the mixer’s bowl, ¼ cup sugar and cream cheese are beaten until smooth. Afterwhich the food coloring, mint extract and 1 egg are added and beaten as well until they are mixed well altogether.

3. With the use of very low heat, the 4 oz chocolate and butter are then placed into a big saucepan. They are then stirred constantly till the chocolate melts.

4. Afterwhich the pan is then removed from the stove and cooled mildly for 10-15 minutes.

5. The rest of the eggs are then beaten one after the other. After the flour is added and blended well, the mixture is then spread into the baking dish at the bottom. The filling is then poured over this. A marbleized effect can then be created with the use of a butter knife that is being dragged through the two layers.

6. It is then baked for 45-50 minutes or till a tooth pick which is inserted in the middle comes out dry.

7. The top is then sprinkled with chocolate shavings.

8. Serve it then after completely cooling it.

A Fruity Pudding

Bread pudding makes one of my favorite breakfast recipe and a great way to start the day. It is a comfort food that is delicious not only for breakfast but for dessert as well. In this recipe, bananas and pineapples are added to the mix to make an even more delicious and nutritious dish. This, Bread pudding is considered a dessert in many countries and is popular in Great Britain, Ireland, Puerto Rico, Belgium, France, Louisiana Creole, Argentina, Malta, Mexico, and southern United States. Sliced bananas and pineapples add moisture, texture and color to the bread pudding and a sweet and tangy flavor. The bread absorbs the mushy bananas well. The fibrous pineapples make a fine contrast to the soft and tender bread soaked in milk.

You can whip up this simple gourmet recipe anytime as it only requires a few ingredients to make. All you need are bananas, pineapple, bread, sugar, scalded milk, and eggs. The result is a middle layer that is soft and luxurious like custard and an outer layer with a bit of a crunch. It feels absolutely pleasurable in the mouth as you bite into it. Since it is filled with the flavors of the tropics this is a rustic and humble dish that makes great summer dish.

You can enjoy this banana and pineapple bread pudding for breakfast, brunch or dessert. Top it with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an even more sumptuous treat. You can also dress it up with caramel or chocolate syrup. Or you may use whisky sauce or rum sauce and sprinkle with some nut or cereals for a healthier and energy packed breakfast. What’s great about this recipe is that you can make it with day old bread so it’s great to use up leftover bread. For a sweeter flavor you can also use brioche, cinnamon buns or sweet rolls.

Ingredients

3 bananas, peeled and sliced

5 oz. chopped pineapple

1 cup of bread, diced

7 tablespoons sugar

5/6 cup milk, scalded

2 eggs, well beaten

1. Mix together the beaten eggs, sugar and milk. in a large bowl.

2. Add the bread, bananas, and pineapple inn a pudding tray.

3. Pour the egg mixture over this.

4. In a pan of water set the pudding dish.

5. Bake for about 30-35 minutes in a preheated oven at 350 degree F.

White Pudding

Milk pudding is creamy and silky and makes a luscious breakfast or an elegant simple gourmet dessert. To make a delicious milk pudding all you need are milk, sugar, gelatin, eggs, and pure vanilla extract. This dish can be enjoyed on its own. Or you may enjoy it topped with fresh fruits, garnished with mint, or sprinkled with corn flakes, nuts or cereals. This light and delicate treat makes the morning extra special. To end a special night it also makes a light and sumptuous dessert.

By adding colors, flavors and textures you can turn this very simple dish to a more elaborate piece. Fresh fruits like strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries make a romantic and vibrant topping to simple gourmet recipe. To make a lovely red fruit medley you can also use all three in one pudding. For a surefire aphrodisiac delight top the fruits with a rich chocolate sauce. For breakfast, bananas or coconut shavings are memorable garnish to this recipe. For an elegant contrast and indulgent flavor you can also top the milk pudding with chocolate shavings. Sprinkle some cornflakes and raisins or cranberries and top with some plain or flavored yogurt if you want a healthier or more nutritious dessert.

To this milk pudding recipe chocolate, caramel or fudge syrup all makes potentially exquisite toppings. Milk pudding is a healthier version of ice cream sundae. You can dress up milk pudding in a similar fashion as the ice cream sundae and serve them in tiny bowls or stylish glasses complete with a cherry on top. Milk pudding also makes a nutritious snack for kids. As many people are fond of milk pudding this is also a great dish to bring to a potluck party. Using almond extract or lemon extract you can also play with this recipe instead of vanilla extract. The eggs should be beaten very well until smooth to make a creamy pudding before adding it to the milk.

Ingredients

1/ liter milk

1 ½ cup sugar

½ cup plain gelatin

2-3 eggs, well beaten

1 teaspoon rich vanilla extract

1. Boil the milk with beaten eggs in a saucepan, keep stirring. Allow it to cook for 2-3 minutes.

2. Mix gelatin with hot water in a separate saucepan, mix well and pour this to the above mixture.

3. To this add vanilla and sugar. Stir well till it dissolves completely.

4. Allow it to cool and pour into serving dishes. Then refrigerate it for couple of hours. With your favorite sauce serve chilled.