Christmas morning just got a whole lot better with this casserole on the table.

My husband and I are not morning people whatsoever.  We hate getting up early and even more so, as much as we are absolutely starving almost instantly when we wake up, we detest making breakfast because it just takes so long.  We have made it (an almost unhealthy) habit to get up, make our bed, throw on a t-shirt and shorts and head out to breakfast in our area.  We’ll go to a Cuban bakery or a French café, but we never eat at home.

As of late, though, we’ve really been wanting to kick these habits.  We are always spending so much money and eating really fatty foods that have made us gain between 10-15 pounds in the last year.  It really isn’t helping our wallet or waists.  So, as usual, I asked my best friend Pinterest for some help.  And guess what?

Once again, it did not fail.  I found so many recipes, but my favorite so far has been this one.  It is a sausage, hash brown breakfast casserole with every delicious flavor you would want to enjoy for breakfast.  Now, I will admit, although it is cheaper, it does not mean it is healthier.  It is still pretty fatty as well. But mmm, so so good!

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Quick Tip: Swap the sausage for ham if you prefer.

About a week ago, my husband and I went to chilly New York City.

Being a southern girl from Florida, my blood was definitely not ready for the climate change.  It resulted in wet and cold toes I could no longer feel, chapped lips and my hair all in knots from the wind.  We were walking in the rain getting soaked when we decided we’d walk into the very next restaurant we would run into.  We found a diner and guess what they served…

Yep, French Toast Casserole.  It was a delicious bake where the tops were toasty and had a little crunch, but the insides were nice and warm and soft.  The brown sugar streusel over the top was the perfect addition.  This was just what we needed to warm up on that chilly morning. So, as soon as I got home, I set out to find the perfect recipe, and here it is!  The creators of this recipe knew exactly what they were doing when they were putting it together.  This is the perfect Christmas morning breakfast.  It might even turn out to be a tradition for you, year after year as your kids and grandkids grow older.

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Quick Tip: For an extra boost of flavor, sprinkle some cinnamon over the top once it’s finished baking.

You know what? I am really tired of oatmeal. I know about all the health benefits and I know how it’s a part of a balanced diet and all that stuff. And yes, I do like the taste – especially when combined with all kinds of lovely fruits and other toppings. But after a long winter of trying to eat healthily and religiously sticking to my diet, I am honestly just so sick and tired of oatmeal. There, I said it. I must be a bad person! I just won’t let myself feel guilty for making changes to my breakfast routine.

Otherwise, I may end up not having breakfast at all, and that’s never a good thing. So here’s what I’ve been having for breakfast for two days in a row!

I have to give big thanks to Homemade & Yummy for these incredible waffle sandwiches! These will definitely get your day started right – and if you’d rather have oatmeal for breakfast, just make these for lunch instead!

Recipe and image courtesy of Homemade & Yummy and crossroads of America.

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Quick Tip: Instead of ham and cheese, you could try these waffle sandwiches with any of your favorite fillings.

I love a good loaf of bread for breakfast.  Growing up, we always lived with my grandma who prepared us a traditional Cuban breakfast almost everyday: Cuban bread toasted or pressed lathered in butter with a “café con leche” which translates to Coffee and Milk.  Our “café con leche” is a steaming cup of milk with a shot or two of espresso and then sweetened with sugar.  It is definitely not the most nutritious breakfast, but it certainly is delicious! 

Now that I live on my own, I am always looking to have something that reminds me of my past.  I am addicted to Cuban bread and café con leche, but I know I need to have something a little more filling and that will give me energy for the day.  That is why I am always on the lookout for new recipes that are a mix of bread with good breakfast foods such as eggs and bacon.  You will not believe how ecstatic I was when I discovered this recipe! This is a loaf of bread that has scrambled eggs and bacon in it.  You can do so much with this to switch it up and make it your own.

Photo and recipe courtesy of Flavorite.

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Quick Tip: Add any of your favorite veggies to this

This Kid-Approved Breakfast Is Going To Rock Your World

We all know what a struggle it can be, trying to cook a nice breakfast for the whole family before everyone heads out to work and school…

Sometimes I feel guilty for not eating breakfast at all, other times I just grab something that I know isn’t really good for me. I was searching for breakfast recipes that would be easy to make and wouldn’t require a bunch of weird ingredients that I never have in the pantry, anyway!

This ham frittata is the answer to my prayers! The preparations only take a couple of minutes – I mean, literally, two minutes, so I can throw it into the oven as soon as I’ve opened my eyes and then go take a shower and get ready. This is also such a versatile recipe that you don’t have to worry if you’re missing some of the ingredients. As long as you have eggs, you can throw in pretty much anything you have at hand!

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Quick Tip: This frittata is perfect for getting rid of any leftover veggies in the fridge!

There are just some things that everyone should know when making their way around the kitchen. Simple steps can save you a whole lot of headache and time such as placing a wooden spoon over a pot of boiling water. You won’t believe what this minute action can do for you! I know that I’ve found myself in plenty of sticky situations during cooking and I always wished I simple a simple solution or fix. Now, you and I both do with this helpful list of 7 kitchen hacks.

Thank you to Refinery29 for this amazing list!

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Fun Fact: A survey showed 29% of adults say they have been splashed or scalded by hot drinks while dunking cookies.

Whip up a batch of these and you will want to make them every day. Or you can save them for Sunday breakfast or special occasions only.

I loved pancakes for breakfast as a kid. My mom usually only made them on the weekends when we had no school. It was something I always looked forward to. And she made them from scratch, not out of the box. No lazy pancakes in our house!

Recipe and photo courtesy of Mom Luck

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Quick Tip: If you substitute club soda for 1/4 cup of TruMoo milk, your pancakes will come out super light and fluffy.