Breakfast – Chef Tom Cooks ! http://cheftomcooks.com A friendly cooking and recipe blog. Wed, 13 May 2020 14:56:44 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.0.8 Broccoli Cheddar Quiche http://cheftomcooks.com/recipe/broccoli-cheddar-quiche/ http://cheftomcooks.com/recipe/broccoli-cheddar-quiche/#respond Wed, 13 May 2020 14:56:42 +0000 http://cheftomcooks.com/?post_type=recipe&p=112724 broccoli cheddar quiche

You can easily adapt this recipe to include your favorite vegetables. You could certainly use frozen broccoli in this dish, but I must say, fresh broccoli will provide the best flavor.

Broccoli Cheddar Quiche
Servings8 servings
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the broccoli and season with 1/4 teaspoon of the salt. Cook until tender and charred in spots, 4 to 5 minutes.
  3. Whisk the eggs, milk, remaining 1 teaspoon salt and black pepper together in a medium bowl until well combined; set aside.
  4. Sprinkle half the cheese over the pie crust. Top with the broccoli, then sprinkle with the remaining cheese. Pour the egg mixture into the crust.
  5. Bake until the edges are set but the center still jiggles just a little, 35 to 40 minutes. Cool for at least 15 minutes.
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Skillet Ham Hash http://cheftomcooks.com/2016/02/01/skillet-ham-hash/ http://cheftomcooks.com/2016/02/01/skillet-ham-hash/#respond Mon, 01 Feb 2016 22:49:20 +0000 http://cheftomcooks.com/?p=107037 This hearty breakfast dish is filling on it’s own, but you can certainly serve it with a fried egg on top.

skillet ham hash

Skillet Ham Hash
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Recipe type: Breakfast
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Serves: 4-6
 
Ingredients
  • 2 tsp. olive oil
  • 1 large green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 large red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • ½ cup diced, low-sodium diced ham, all visible fat removed
  • 3 cups frozen, fat-free diced hash brown potatoes, thawed
  • ½ tsp. salt-free Cajun seasoning blend
  • 2 Tbsp. chopped, fresh parsley
  • ¼ tsp. salt
  • ¼ tsp. pepper
Instructions
  1. In a large nonstick skillet, heat the oil over medium heat, swirling to coat the bottom. Cook the bell peppers and onion for 4 to 5 minutes, or until the onion is soft and the bell pepper is tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in the ham. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes, or until heated through, stirring occasionally.
  2. Stir in the hash browns and seasoning blend. Cook without stirring for 4 minutes, or until the bottom is golden brown. Stir. Cook without stirring for 4 minutes, or until the bottom is golden brown and the mixture is heated through.
  3. Stir in the parsley, salt, and pepper.
 

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Powerful Purple Smoothie http://cheftomcooks.com/2016/01/06/powerful-purple-smoothie/ http://cheftomcooks.com/2016/01/06/powerful-purple-smoothie/#respond Wed, 06 Jan 2016 15:58:50 +0000 http://cheftomcooks.com/?p=107011 This is a great smoothie to start your day with.  It gives you tons of energy to get you though the day.

purplesmoothie

Powerful Purple Smoothie
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Recipe type: Smoothie
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Serves: Serves 2
 
Ingredients
  • 1 cup apple juice
  • 1 cup frozen blueberries
  • 1 cup Anjou pear
  • ½ cup low-fat yogurt
  • ½ cup curly kale, stems removed
  • 2 tablespoons organic flaxseed oil
  • juice of ½ lemon
Instructions
  1. Combine all ingredients in a blender and process until smooth.
 

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Home Fries http://cheftomcooks.com/2014/01/24/home-fries/ http://cheftomcooks.com/2014/01/24/home-fries/#comments Fri, 24 Jan 2014 17:25:32 +0000 http://cheftomcooks.com/?p=2513 Home Fries

1 pound potatoes, peeled and cut into small cubes
1 medium onion, chopped
4 tablespoons salted butter
salt & black pepper, to taste
honey, to taste

Boil the potatoes in a pot of salted water for about 8-10 minutes.  Drain completely.

Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a nonstick skillet over medium heat.  Add the onions and cook until softened and brown.  Transfer to a bowl.

Add remaining butter to the nonstick skillet over medium heat.  Add the potatoes.  Cook for 5-7 minutes and then flip the potatoes with a spatula.  Cook for another 5-7 minutes.

Add in the onions and stir to combine.  Season with salt and black pepper.  Cook for another 10 minutes or until the potatoes are browned on all sides.

Just prior to serving, drizzle with a little honey and toss to coat.  Transfer to a plate and enjoy!

Serves 4-6

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French Toast http://cheftomcooks.com/2013/12/02/french-toast/ http://cheftomcooks.com/2013/12/02/french-toast/#respond Mon, 02 Dec 2013 21:18:34 +0000 http://cheftomcooks.com/?p=2477 French toast
1 cup half-and-half
3 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons cinnamon sugar
8 (1/2-inch) slices day-old country white or potato bread
4 tablespoons butter

In medium size mixing bowl, whisk together the half-and-half, eggs, and salt. Pour custard mixture into a shallow dish and set aside.

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.

Dip bread into mixture, allow to soak for 30 seconds on each side, and then transfer to a rack that is sitting in a sheet pan, and allow to sit for 1 to 2 minutes.   Sprinkle cinnamon sugar on both sides of the bread.

Over medium-low heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a 10-inch nonstick saute pan. Place 2 slices of bread at a time into the pan and cook until golden brown, approximately 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove from pan and place on rack in oven for 5 minutes. Repeat with all 8 slices. Serve immediately with maple syrup.

Serves 4

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Spinach & Proscuitto Quiche http://cheftomcooks.com/2013/10/02/spinach-proscuitto-quiche/ http://cheftomcooks.com/2013/10/02/spinach-proscuitto-quiche/#respond Wed, 02 Oct 2013 16:26:36 +0000 http://cheftomcooks.com/?p=2450 Spinach & Proscuitto Quiche

1 10-inch pie shell
¼ lb prosciutto
5 oz fresh spinach
¾ cup grated Cheddar cheese
3 eggs
1 cup light  cream
½ tsp salt
pinch fresh cracked pepper

Cut prosciutto into pieces and fry on low heat until cooked, but not crunchy. Set aside.

Sautée spinach on medium low heat, drain liquid and chop roughly.

Sprinkle cooked prosciutto, spinach and cheese over baked pie shell.

Whisk eggs, then whisk in cream, salt and pepper. Pour into pie shell.

Bake in preheated (375 degree F) oven for 30-40 minutes or until a knife inserted in center comes out clean.

Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Serves 4-6

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One Skillet Breakfast http://cheftomcooks.com/2012/09/17/one-skillet-breakfast/ http://cheftomcooks.com/2012/09/17/one-skillet-breakfast/#respond Tue, 18 Sep 2012 03:30:56 +0000 http://cheftomcooks.com/?p=2259 One Skillet Breakfast

4 eggs, whisked
3 potatoes, peeled, skinned and quartered lengthwise
3 strips of thick cut bacon
2 green onions, chopped (both green and white parts)
1/2 small yellow onion, chopped
1-2 green bell peppers, chopped
Salt to taste
black pepper, to taste
1-2 cups chopped cooked ham
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Olive oil, as needed

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and then place the potatoes in the pot.  Cook for 12-15 minutes, or until tender.  Drain and rinse under cold water to cool the potatoes for handling. Cut into 1-inch pieces.

In a large skillet, cook the bacon until it is crisp.  Remove the bacon and set aside to cool.

With the bacon grease still in the skillet, add the onions and peppers and cook over medium-high heat.  Saute the onion-pepper mixture for 3-4 minutes to brown it.  Season with salt and black pepper.

Remove the onion-pepper mixture from the pan and set it aside until needed.

Add some olive oil to the skillet, if needed.  Then add the potatoes and brown for 3-4 minutes, stirring often.

Add the onions and peppers back to the skillet along with the chopped ham.  Cook for another 2-3 minutes.  Chop the bacon.  Stir in the chopped bacon and parsley.

Pour in the eggs, stir to combine the eggs with the vegetables and ham. As soon as eggs begin to firm, remove from heat and serve immediately.

Serves 2-4

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Red Pepper, Onion and Zucchini Frittata http://cheftomcooks.com/2012/07/17/red-pepper-onion-and-zucchini-frittata/ http://cheftomcooks.com/2012/07/17/red-pepper-onion-and-zucchini-frittata/#respond Tue, 17 Jul 2012 13:45:21 +0000 http://cheftomcooks.com/?p=2207 Onion, Red Pepper and Zucchini Frittata

2 tsp extra virgin olive oil
1 white onion, thinly sliced
1 medium red bell pepper, diced
1 medium zucchini, cut into matchsticks
4 large eggs
4 large egg whites
1/8 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
1/8 cup Asiago cheese, grated
salt and fresh pepper

Preheat oven to 400°F.

Over medium-low heat, heat oil in a large non-stick skillet. Saute onion until slightly brown, about 10 minutes. Add peppers and cook 5 more minutes, then add zucchini. Season with salt and pepper, to taste, and cook 3-4 more minutes stirring occasionally.

In a medium bowl whisk eggs, egg whites, cheeses, salt and pepper.

Pour the eggs into the skillet making sure eggs cover all the vegetables. Once the edges begin to set (about 2-3 minutes) move the skillet to the oven. Cook about 10-15 minutes, or until the eggs are completely cooked through.

Serve warm, cut into 4 pieces.

Serves 4

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Breakfast Burritos http://cheftomcooks.com/2012/06/13/breakfast-burritos/ http://cheftomcooks.com/2012/06/13/breakfast-burritos/#respond Thu, 14 Jun 2012 02:10:34 +0000 http://cheftomcooks.com/?p=2188 breakfast burrito

2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 cup red onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
1 cup drained, rinsed canned black beans
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Salt and fresh ground black pepper
4 eggs and 4 egg whites
1/3 cup shredded pepper Jack cheese
Non-stick cooking spray
4 (10-inch) whole-wheat tortillas
1/4 cup salsa
1 tomato, seeded and diced
1 avocado, sliced
Hot sauce

Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over a medium-high heat. Cook the onions and peppers until softened and slightly browned. Add black beans and red pepper flakes and cook until heated through, about 2-3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste and set aside.

Whisk together the eggs and egg whites then stir in the cheese. Spray a clean skillet with cooking spray, and heat over medium heat. Reduce heat to low and add eggs, scrambling until cooked through, about 3 minutes.

Spread each tortilla with 1 tablespoon salsa, then layer with 1/4 of the black bean mixture, 1/4 of the scrambled eggs, some diced tomato and 1/4 of the avocado. Top with hot sauce. Roll up burrito-style and serve.

Serves 4

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Migas For Breakfast! http://cheftomcooks.com/2011/11/22/migas-for-breakfast/ http://cheftomcooks.com/2011/11/22/migas-for-breakfast/#respond Tue, 22 Nov 2011 17:11:03 +0000 http://cheftomcooks.com/?p=2064 Migas
To be honest, until recently. I have never heard of “Migas” before. According to Wikipedia, Migas are a traditional breakfast dish in Spanish cuisine. Thanks to my friend Hilah over at Hilah Cooking, I have been familiarized with the wonders of Migas! I love my breakfast just like the next person, and when I was given the opportunity to sample some Land O Lakes Eggs through the FoodBuzz Tastemaker program, I figured what a better time to make my first batch of Migas.

I would describe Migas as a spicy scrambled egg that is packed with fresh flavors and filled with crunchy tortilla strips. I couldn’t get over the amazing flavors that this dish packs. From the tomatoes to the cilantro to the jalapeños and of course the delicious Land O Lakes eggs.

Don’t take my word for it though. If you like a little spice, then give this recipe a shot.

You can get the full recipe over at Hilah Cooking.

Click Here for the Migas Recipes & Instructional Video

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