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It’s no secret how much we love eggs and Julie Andrews, The Gourmet RD, agrees with us. “Is there anything as satisfying as a super-runny, fresh yolky egg?” she asks. “It’s, like, nature’s perfect sauce, and eggs automatically make whatever you put them on breakfast.” One egg has 7 grams of protein plus vitamins, minerals and anti-inflammatory omega-3. Eggs keep your blood sugar steady and provide nutrient-dense energy to keep you satiated. Eating eggs (the yolk included!) any time of day is a delicious and simple way to advance your weight loss goals. Try Andrews’ recipes for inspiration!
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Breakfast Casserole
This super filling, egg-based casserole is truly breakfast your way. Andrews loads hers with bacon, peppers, spinach, hash browns, cheese and broccoli. You can use any variety of leafy greens and colorful veggies that you prefer. This is a great time to try something new! The one ingredient not to swap out: cottage cheese. It adds extra protein and helps with consistency. Bake a 9x12 tray and you have breakfast (or lunch or dinner) for a week.
Waffle Egg Sandwich
Waffles haven’t been a part of our world for years. We’d rather maintain our waistlines than ruin it with bad carbs. But Andrews has revived the waffle and uses it to make a classic egg sandwich. By using cauliflower crumbles you can make a healthy waffle and then top it with an even healthier egg. Throw on a few slices of avocado, sautéed sweet onions and a pinch of cheese. We dare you to add sriracha.
Eggs Cups
We love to cook meals once and eat them for days. These eggs cups are the perfect fit. Once again Andrews guides novice chefs to use her base idea and customize the rest. She takes a muffin pan and fills each cup with a wanton wrapper. Place your ingredients in the cups – kale, chickpeas, barley, broccoli, and sweet potato – anything! The final step is cracking a fresh egg over each cup and then baking the entire pan. Keep extras in the fridge. An egg cup an apple makes a nice afternoon snack.
Breakfast Tostadas
Have you ever seen huevos rancheros on a menu? This is a healthier version and so easy to make at home. Broil some tostadas until they start to brown and bubble. This is the base for a Mexican-inspired meal that highlights eggs. Andrews uses green chilies, black beans, avocado and salsa to dress up the eggs. We’d throw on a bit of last night’s shredded chicken and some queso fresco.
Egg Skillets
Any meal can benefit from the addition of an over easy egg. Truly. Andrews knows that busy people want to eat healthy, good tasting food. And she thinks cooking in a skillet, then topping the meal with eggs, is the answer. We agree. She has devised three recipes: black beans and sweet potatoes, turkey sausage and cannellini beans, and Mediterranean ground lamb with feta. You don’t need to stick with the ingredients – play with the idea of a skillet meal as a healthy vehicle for eggs.
