What's for breakfast?

By now, with all of the magazine and internet articles, morning show clips and Biggest Loser hype you should know that breakfast is the most important meal of the day.  Right? No one skips breakfast anymore, do they?  Shame on you if you do!  If you are behind the times and haven't learned this yet, please take a moment to read this article: Fact or Fiction: Breakfast is the most important meal of the day

Now, the big question: WHAT'S FOR BREAKFAST?  You have to have to have to include protein in this #1 meal.  Unfortunately, traditional breakfasts in our society don't- waffles, pancakes, muffins, cereal, etc.  How about eggs, yogurt, ham, canadian bacon or a protein shake/smoothie?  If you are on the go and eat breakfast walking out the door, or in your car- try boiling some eggs the night before, peel them, and wah-lah... protein on the go!

I want to share with you my all time favorite breakfast.  It has 20g of protein, healthy carbs, it's gluten free and most importantly it's delicious!

Oatmeal pancake
3 egg whites
1/2 cup oats (old fashion or quick oats) Use gluten free oats if desired.
1 tsp of cinnamon
1 Tbs of olive oil
2 Tbs of natural peanut butter or almond butter
1 to 2 Tbs of honey

Mix egg whites, oats and cinnamon together.  Whisk until you get a batter like consistency.  Heat olive oil in non-stick pan on medium heat.  Pour mixture into pan and flatten out like a pancake.  It should be about 6 inches in diameter (depending on the size of your eggs).  Cook for a couple of minutes on each side until golden brown.  Spread peanut butter and honey on top.  Enjoy!

Some interesting tid-bits about honey and cinnamon can be found in this article: Honey and Cinnamon Remedies

Let me know how you like my recipe.  It is a staple in my diet!

G