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Slow Sunrise Hash
Slow Sunrise Hash
Prep Time
4 hours
Number of Servings
Serves 4
Ingredients
- 2 cups peeled and cubed butternut squash
- 2 cups halved or quartered Brussels sprouts
- [q:1 1/2] Tbsp avocado oil, divided
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Juice of [q:1/2] lemon, plus more for serving
- 1 tsp dried rosemary, plus more for serving
- [q:1/4] tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 small zucchini, sliced
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup baby spinach
- Chopped avocado, for serving (optional)
Directions
- Place squash, Brussels sprouts, 1 tablespoon of the oil, the garlic, lemon juice, rosemary, paprika, and salt and pepper into a slow cooker. Stir to combine and cover. Cook on low for 3 to 4 hours or on high for 1 to 2 hours, until butternut squash is fork-tender.
- Mix in zucchini, tomatoes, and spinach. Add remaining [q:1/2] tablespoon of oil if needed. Cover and cook on low for an additional 30 minutes, or until zucchini is fork-tender and spinach has wilted. Top with more rosemary, fresh lemon juice, or chopped avocado, if desired.
Nutrition Info
With chopped avocado: 197 Calories, 4 g Protein, 0 mg Cholesterol, 21 g Carbohydrates, 5 g Total sugars (0 g Added sugars), 8 g Fiber, 13 g Total fat (2 g sat), 315 mg Sodium, [nutrition:5] Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, [nutrition:3] Vitamin B6, [nutrition:2] Folate, [nutrition:1] Vitamin B1 (thiamine), Vitamin B2 (riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (niacin), Vitamin E, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium
Salsa-Poached Eggs
Salsa-Poached Eggs
with Black Beans and Avocado
Prep Time
25 minutes
Number of Servings
Serves 4
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked black beans or 2 (15 oz) cans, rinsed
- [q:1 1/2] cups jarred salsa, made from red or green chilis (or a mix), mild, medium, or hot
- 1 cup unsweetened, unflavored nut milk (such as almond, cashew, macadamia, pecan, or other) or water or stock
- [q:1/2] tsp kosher salt
- 4 to 8 eggs
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 scallion, white and green parts finely chopped (optional)
- [q:1/4] cup fresh cilantro leaves and tender stems, coarsely chopped (optional)
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Corn tortillas, warmed
Directions
- Combine beans, salsa, nut milk, and salt in a large skillet over medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook, stirring often, until mixture starts to thicken slightly, about 10 minutes.
- Use a spoon to make a well in the sauce and crack an egg into it. Repeat with as many eggs as you want to cook. Cover and cook over low heat for 7 to 10 minutes, depending on how you like your eggs;:
- about 7 minutes for runny
- 8 for jammy
- up to 10 minutes for a fully cooked yolk
- To serve, scoop out some of the sauce and an egg or two into each bowl. Top with avocado slices and scatter with scallions and cilantro, if using, and then finish with pepper.
- Serve with warm tortillas on side.
Nutrition Info
760 Calories, 44 g Protein, 240 mg Cholesterol, 114 g Carbohydrates, 8 g Total sugars (0 g Added sugars), 30 g Fiber, 17 g Total fat (4 g sat), 993 mg Sodium, [nutrition:5] Vitamin B1 (thiamine), B2 (riboflavin), B6, Folate, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Zinc, [nutrition:3] Vitamin A, Vitamin B3 (niacin), Vitamin E, Calcium, [nutrition:2] Vitamin B12, Vitamin K
Baked Peach English Muffin French Toast
Baked Peach English Muffin French Toast
Number of Servings
Serves 4
Ingredients
- 6 Ezekiel 4:9 Cinnamon Raisin Sprouted Grain English Muffins
- 2 cups of fresh peaches, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 4 eggs
- 2 cups non-dairy milk
- [q:1/3] tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- [q:1/4] cup maple syrup plus more for serving
- Optional: Coconut whipped cream for topping
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Defrost, split open, and cube 6 Cinnamon Raisin Ezekiel 4:9 English Muffins.
- Place the English muffin pieces on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for 5 minutes.
- Take out of the oven, then reduce the heat to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together 4 eggs, 1 tsp vanilla extract, [q:1/3] tsp ground cinnamon, 2 cups non-dairy milk, and [q:1/4] cup maple syrup until combined.
- Add the cubed English muffins and 2 cups of cubed fresh peaches to a 9-inch round cake pan that is greased with coconut oil or vegan butter.
- Pour the French toast mixture over the cubed English muffins and mix until each piece is thoroughly coated and the mixture is absorbed.
- Bake until the casserole is set, about 30 minutes.
- Slice into cake slices and top with a dollop of coconut cream and a drizzle of maple syrup. Enjoy!
Nutrition Info
Made with almond milk: 405 Calories, 19 g Protein, 160 mg Cholesterol, 68 g Carbohydrates, 19 g Total sugars (12 g Added sugars), 11 g Fiber, 7 g Total fat (2 g sat), 390 mg Sodium, [nut:5] Phosphorus, Zinc, [nut:4] Vitamin B2 (riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (niacin), Iron, [nut:3] Vitamin B6, Calcium, [nut:2] Vitamin E, Magnesium, [nut:1] Vitamin A, Vitamin B1 (thiamine), Vitamin B12, Potassium
Blackberry Popovers
Blackberry Popovers
Prep Time
50 minutes
Number of Servings
12 popovers (serves 6)
Ingredients
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup buttermilk*
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- [q:1⁄4] cup sugar
- [q:1⁄2] tsp salt
- 1 cup flour
- 1 cup fresh blackberries
Directions
- Preheat oven to 400 °F.
- Spray a 12-cup nonstick muffin pan with cooking spray.
- Whisk eggs until frothy in a medium bowl. Whisk in buttermilk, vanilla, sugar, and salt.
- Whisk flour into batter. Gently fold in blackberries.
- Divide batter evenly among muffin cups. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until popovers are golden. Remove pan from oven, and immediately poke a small hole or cut a small slit in the center of each popover to release steam.
- Serve popovers fresh and warm.
Nutrition Info
2 popovers: 163 Calories, 6 g Protein, 55 mg Cholesterol, 30 g Carbohydrates, 13 g Total sugars (8 g Added sugars), 3 g Fiber, 2 g Total fat (1 g sat), 276 mg Sodium, [nutrition:1] Vitamin B2 (riboflavin), Vitamin B12, Phosphorus
Peanut Butter and Chocolate-Dipped Banana Smoothie Bowl
Peanut Butter and Chocolate-Dipped Banana Smoothie Bowl
Number of Servings
Serves 4
Ingredients
Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie
- 2 ripe bananas, frozen
- [q:1/4] cup creamy peanut butter
- [q:1/2] cup dairy-free milk
- [q:1/2] teaspoon ground cinnamon
- [q:1/2] + [q:1/4] cup Ezekiel 4:9 Crunchy Cereal
- 1 Tbsp chia seeds
- Honey, for topping
Chocolate Dipped Banana Coins
- 2 bananas, sliced into coins
- [q:1/2] cup dark chocolate
- [q:1/4] cup Ezekiel 4:9 Crunchy Cereal
Directions
Chocolate Dipped Banana Coins
- Line a baking sheet with wax paper or a silicone mat.
- Melt [q:1/2] cup dark chocolate using a double boiler method or in the microwave.
- One by one, dip a banana slice, place on the baking sheet, then sprinkle with Ezekiel 4:9 Crunchy Cereal
- Repeat until all slices are coated.
- Freeze for 15 minutes until ready to serve.
Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie
- In a blender, combine 2 frozen bananas, [q:1/4] cup peanut butter, [q:1/2] cup dairy-free milk, [q:1/2] tsp ground cinnamon, and [q:1/2] cup of Food For Life Ezekiel 4:9 Crunchy Cereal. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the peanut butter and banana smoothie mixture into a bowl.
To Serve
- Top the smoothie bowl with the Food For Life Ezekiel 4:9 Crunchy Cereal, chia seeds, and chocolate-dipped banana slices. Optional: drizzle honey on top.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Info
824 Calories, 17 g Protein, 1 mg Cholesterol, 113 g Carbohydrates, 53 g Total sugars (20 g Added sugars), 20 g Fiber, 39 g Total fat (15 g sat), 228 mg Sodium, [nutrition:5] Vitamin B6, Magnesium, [nutrition:4] Iron, Phosphorus, [nutrition:2] Vitamin B2 (riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (niacin), Vitamin C, Calcium, Potassium, Zinc, [nutrition:1] Vitamin B1 (thiamine), Vitamin E, Folate
Banana Coconut French Toast Sticks
Banana Coconut French Toast Sticks
Number of Servings
Serves 2
Ingredients
Banana Coconut French Toast Sticks
- 4 slices Ezekiel 4:9 Low Sodium Sprouted Grain Bread, sliced into thirds
- 1 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
- 1 mashed ripe bananas
- [q:1/3] cup Vegan egg substitute
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp coconut oil
Caramelized Banana Topping
- 1 cup of sliced bananas
- 1 Tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp coconut oil
Directions
- Start by making the caramelized banana topping. Heat a pan over medium heat. Pour in 1 tsp coconut oil and 1 Tbsp maple syrup until the mixture is hot and bubbling.
- Add the banana slices to the pan in a single layer. Caramelize for a few minutes until browned, then flip and repeat for the other side.
- Once banana slices are caramelized, remove from the pan and set aside until it is time to plate.
- Grab a mixing bowl for the French toast batter. Mash 1 ripe banana until smooth, add 1 cup coconut milk, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and [q:1/3] cup vegan egg, and stir together.
- Preheat a pan over medium heat. Pour in 1 tsp coconut oil.
- Dip the Ezekiel 4:9 Low Sodium Sprouted Grain Bread in the French toast batter, pat the unsweetened shredded coconut on each side, then place in pan.
- Cook until golden brown, about 4 minutes, then flip. Finish cooking, then place on a plate to serve.
- Top with caramelized banana slices, a drizzle of maple syrup, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Info
768 Calories, 18 g Protein, 0 mg Cholesterol, 83 g Carbohydrates, 25 g Total sugars (6 g Added sugars), 18 g Fiber, 45 g Total fat (37 g sat), 322 mg Sodium, [nut:5] Vitamin B6, [nut:4] Iron, Phosphorus, [nut:3] Vitamin B3 (niacin), Magnesium, Zinc, [nut:2] Potassium, [nut:1] Vitamin B2 (riboflavin), Vitamin C, Calcium, Folate
Charred Breakfast Kale
Charred Breakfast Kale
with Mushrooms + Ginger Tahini
Number of Servings
Serves 4
Ingredients
Charred Kale
- 1 Tbsp olive oil, divided
- 1 garlic clove, smashed (optional)
- 6 oyster mushrooms (or mushrooms of your choice), torn
- 1 Tbsp gluten-free tamari
- Bunch of cavolo nero or curly kale, torn and woody stems removed
- Handful of baby spinach (optional)
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Dressing
- 4 Tbsp tahini
- Juice of 1 orange or lemon
- [q:1/2] tsp grated fresh ginger
- [q:1/2] tsp sea salt
Serving
- 1 avocado (optional)
- 2 tsp sesame seeds or za’atar
Directions
- Heat half of the oil in a large skillet over a medium–high heat. Add garlic (if using), followed by mushrooms, and sauté for a couple of minutes on each side until mushrooms start to brown and crunch up. Add tamari and give everything a toss, and then push mushrooms to side of pan.
- Add kale and spinach, if using, to other side of pan, along with remaining oil. Sauté undisturbed for about 1 minute until charred and crunchy, and then toss to sauté on other side. Season with salt and pepper and set aside.
- In a small bowl, mix together dressing ingredients.
- Divide tahini dressing between 2 bowls and swirl around so it covers sides of bowls. Add kale/spinach, and then top with mushroom shreds, avocado, if using, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds or za’atar.
Nutrition Info
With spinach and avocado: 270 Calories, 10 g Protein, 0 mg Cholesterol, 19 g Carbohydrates, 3 g Total sugars (0 g Added sugars), 10 g Fiber, 21 g Total fat (3 g sat), 586 mg Sodium, [nutrition:5] Vitamin B2 (riboflavin), Vitamin C, Vitamin K, [nutrition:4] Vitamin B3 (niacin), Phosphorus, [nutrition:3] Vitamin B1 (thiamine), Vitamin B6, Folate, [nutrition:2] Calcium, Iron, Potassium, Zinc, [nutrition:1] Vitamin A, Vitamin E, Magnesium
Ultimate Vegan Breakfast Sandwich
Ultimate Vegan Breakfast Sandwich
Number of Servings
4 sandwiches
Ingredients
Sandwich
- 4 Sprouted Grain Ezekiel 4:9 English Muffins
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 block of extra firm tofu, pressed and sliced into patties.
- Vegan cheese slices
- 8 slices vegan bacon
- Avocado, sliced
- Tomato, sliced
- Spinach or your favorite greens
- [q:1/4] tsp turmeric
- [q:1/4] tsp garlic powder
- [q:1/4] tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp nutritional yeast
- [q:1/2] tsp sea salt
- [q:1/2] tsp black pepper
Spicy Maple Mayo
- [q:1/4] cup vegan mayo
- 1 Tbsp maple syrup
- [q:1/2] Tbsp hot sauce of choice
Directions
- Start by making the Spicy Maple Mayo by combining all ingredients in a bowl, mixing thoroughly, and adding in salt and pepper to taste. Set aside until time for assembly.
- Using a circular cookie cutter, cut the tofu slices into circles for your sandwich.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the vegan bacon until crisp. Set aside until time for assembly.
- Return pan to medium heat and add the tofu patties.
- Season the tofu slices with [q:1/4] tsp turmeric, 1 tsp nutritional yeast, [q:1/4] tsp garlic powder, [q:1/4] tsp onion powder, salt, and [q:1/2] tsp pepper. Brown on both sides.
- Drizzle in 2 tsp olive oil, and toast the Sprouted Grain Ezekiel 4:9 English Muffins halves.
- Assemble the sandwich by starting with the bottom English muffin half and adding a spoonful of Spicy Maple Mayo. Next, add the tofu patties to the English muffin. Top with vegan bacon, then tomato and spinach. Finish by adding an additional drizzle of spicy maple mayo to the top English muffin half, and adding sliced avocado.
Nutrition Info
1 sandwich: 524 Calories, 23 g Protein, 0 mg Cholesterol, 48 g Carbohydrates, 5 g Total sugars (3 g Added sugars), 13 g Fiber, 31 g Total fat (3 g sat), 702 mg Sodium, [nut:5] Vitamin B1 (thiamine), Vitamin B2 (riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (niacin), Vitamin B6, Phosphorus, Zinc, [nut:3] Vitamin K, Iron, Magnesium, [nut:2] Vitamin B12, Calcium, Folate, [nut:1] Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Potassium
Maple Pumpkin Muffins
Maple Pumpkin Muffins
Number of Servings
8 muffins
Ingredients
- [q:1 1/2] cups all purpose flour (or 1 cup all-purpose and [q:1/2] cup whole wheat flour)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- [q:1/2] tsp baking soda
- [q:1/2] tsp cinnamon
- [q:1/2] tsp salt
- 1 cup unsweetened pumpkin purée
- [q:3/4] cup pure Vermont maple syrup
- [q:1/4] cup canola or vegetable oil
- 1 egg
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line muffin tin with paper cups.
- Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt in a bowl.
- In a separate large bowl, combine pumpkin, maple syrup, oil and egg and beat until evenly mixed. Add dry ingredients to the pumpkin mixture, incorporating with a spatula until just mixed.
- Divide batter in prepared muffin tins and bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into a muffin comes out clean.
Nutrition Info
Per serving (1 muffin): 231 Calories, 3 g Protein, 38 g Carbohydrates, 18 g Total sugars (18 g Added sugars), 2 g Fiber, 8 g Total fat (1 g sat), 187 mg Sodium, [nutrition:3] Vitamin B2 (riboflavin), [nutrition:2] Vitamin A, [nutrition:1] Vitamin B1 (thiamine), E, Folate, Phosphorus
Apple Pancakes
Apple Pancakes
Prep Time
30 minutes
Number of Servings
3 Pancakes
Ingredients
- 1 cup flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- [q:1/2] tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- [q:1/4] tsp salt
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 2 Tbsp oil, plus additional for oiling pan
- 2 apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced, divided
Directions
- Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
- Beat eggs together in medium bowl. Whisk in milk and the 2 tablespoons of oil. Add egg mixture to flour mixture. Stir until smooth.
- Add a small amount of oil to a large nonstick skillet set over medium heat. Sauté [q:1/3] of the apples in skillet for 1 minute.
- Pour [q:1/3] of batter over apples. When bubbles begin to appear on surface of pancake and underside is light brown, flip pancake. When underside is golden, remove pancake from pan.
- Transfer pancake to a plate. Repeat steps 3 and 4 to make 2 additional pancakes. Serve with maple syrup or applesauce.
Nutrition Info
1 pancake: 375 Calories, 12 g Protein, 51 g Carbohydrates, 8 g Fiber, 16 g Total fat (3 g sat), 602 mg Sodium, [nutrition:5] Phosphorus, [nutrition:2] Vitamin B1 (thiamine), B2 (riboflavin), B6, B12, Calcium, [nutrition:1] Vitamin A, Vitamin B3 (niacin), Vitamin D, Vitamin E, Folate, Iron, Magnesium, Zinc