Simple Breakfast Burritos

My Husband and I have always loved camping.  We used to practically live in the woods during the nice summer months.  We would even head out in the freezing cold before anyone else would even think about camping.  Yea, we are(or were hardcore like that.)  I think our whole camping excitement settled down A LOT since we lived in our RV for the last few years(for the most part) traveling for my Husband's work.  It was fun, but definitely had a "camping" feel to it.  When summer came around it seemed camping was not on our minds one bit.  Maybe next year though!  Since we decided to fore go camping this summer and have the luxury of a TOILET :) we have missed out on our famous camping food.  We are gourmet out in the woods(our camping is in the woods with nothing around) watch out, we can whip up some mean tacos for dinner, and breakfast burritos in the morning.  It is definitely not the healthiest by any means, but it's burly men food, and that is what they like out in the woods.  My Husband got a craving for the breakfast burritos we make out camping, so we whipped some up, and enjoyed every little bite!

Simple Breakfast Burritos

camping burritos made at home :)

Eggnog Bread Pudding with Craisins

Another Eggnog recipe already?! Yes sir-ee!  What better way to prepare for the Holidays, then to start baking up all this yummy goodness?! Hey, if you make it now, you have a chance to test out recipes before you make them for the whole family, right? :)  Plus most people love the Holidays, and why not make them last a little longer??  I have always had a fascination with bread pudding, and the funny thing is, I have NEVER eaten it.  Yeah, I know.  I had a little eggnog leftover in the refrigerator from my Eggnog French Toast with Eggnog Syrup, and some Hoagie Rolls from when I made this Hot Italian Hoagie.  I'm not one to let anything go bad, well at least I try not too, so this morning I whipped up this SIMPLE and OH SO TASTY Eggnog Bread Pudding with Craisins(dried cranberries).  I thought to myself, how hard can it be to make Bread Pudding?  I came up with a very easy version, that is really good, and I plan on making it for my whole family around the Holidays.  I am sure they will like it, and you will too if you try it!

Eggnog Bread Pudding with Craisins

Oh goodness this is good!

Eggnog French Toast with Eggnog Syrup

So, I know I am a tad bit early to post any eggnog recipes, but seriously when that stuff hits the grocery store, I snatch some up!  I LOVE eggnog.  My Mom used to make it homemade, and I didn't care for it because of the raw eggs in it.  It just grossed me out.  I can't get enough of the store bought kind though.  Any other eggnog lovers out there besides me?  Maybe I should find a homemade recipe, if there are any that would suit me better?  I know it really isn't healthy at all, but it tastes so good!  I bought the "light" which has 50% less fat, and 30% less calories, which helps, and I can't tell a difference in taste.  A win win situation.  This is my first recipe using eggnog, and I have to say it turned out So stinkin good!  If you love eggnog I don't doubt you will love this!  I have seen recipes around the blog world for Eggnog French Toast, and have wanted to make some of my own, so I did, and the results....eggnog coma(in a good way) I can't get enough of it.  This Eggnog French Toast(made with whole wheat bread) has a nice subtle eggnog flavor, it is not over powering, which means pile on the Eggnog Syrup!  If you make your French Toast with French Bread, you may notice more of an eggnog flavor in the bread, it is up to you, but I definitely think you should try the Eggnog Syrup, it is TOTALLY worth it! :)

Scrambled Egg and Turkey Sandwich

Hello!! I am back, and ready to get cooking. :) Sorry I didn't post much AT ALL while I was away.  I was busy visiting family, friends, and attending a bachelorette party, and bridal shower.  I had a blast all week, but am glad to be back to cooking for my husband and I again.  I hope you all had a great week! I can't wait to catch up on blogs, and make some delicious food of my own!

This morning I was craving something savory because all week I had oatmeal for breakfast.  Don't get me wrong, I LOVE oatmeal, and one of these days I will share my go to simple oatmeal breakfast with all of you.  Since I had been gone all week, I had few ingredients to work with this morning, but my Scrambled Egg and Turkey Sandwich was AMAZING.  It is a VERY simple breakfast you can make on the go anytime.  It took very little time, and was SO good, and healthy.  It kept me full for a good amount of time, and I believe my non egg eating husband will even like it! 

Scrambled Egg and Turkey Sandwich

Spicy Egg and Bacon Breakfast Quesadilla

Good morning blog readers! As I write this I am enjoying my breakfast this morning, A LOT! As we speak I am digging into my Spicy Egg and Bacon Breakfast Quesadilla I just came up with.  It is yummy! I think this is a new favorite for a morning when I want something nice and savory to go along with my coffee.  This would be perfect for a Sunday morning breakfast(or any day:))  This would be great for brunch, when you have family or friends over, or just sit and enjoy it by yourself like I am. :)  I love spicy food, but my husband can't handle much at all, so I usually never get to enjoy it, so this morning I went all out.  If you are like my husband and don't like much spice in your life, then you can completely leave out a couple ingredients, or substitute them.  I'll give you some options.  Here goes!

Spicy Egg and Bacon Breakfast Quesadilla

Fried Rice

Hello all you blog readers!  Thanks a bunch for the comments, I really do LOVE reading them!! It also shows that I'm not talking to myself, so I'm really not that crazy! ;)  Thank you! Keep em coming! :)

The night before last my husband and I were given some cooked Jasmine rice from our neighbor here along with some yummy smoked  beef brisket.  My neighbor cooked it for a LONG time, and shared with us. It was mighty yummy! Now my husband wants a smoker, go figure. :) Needless to say last nights dinner was fried rice, and smoked beef brisket.  It was awesome! Here is my fried rice recipe I threw together last night.  I just used up veggies I had left in my fridge. I have to say this was the best fried rice I have made though.

Ashleigh's Fried Rice

Ingredients:

• About 3 cups of rice.  Any rice will do, I would probably have used brown rice, but the Jasmine rice was yummy. (Thank you Rini!)
• 2 TBLS Olive Oil
• 3/4 cup fresh Green Beans, cut into bit size chunks(I used less because that was all I had)
• 1/2 cup Red Onion, diced
• 3/4 cup Red Bell Pepper, diced
• 3/4 cup Broccoli Slaw, diced up...secret veggie that you can't even tell is there :) I used the packaged broccoli slaw you get at the store, so it has some carrots, and red cabbage in it also.
• 3 Cloves of Garlic, minced
• 3 eggs
• 4 TBLS Soy Sauce.  I use the reduced sodium Soy Sauce(I don't like too much soy sauce to over power everything, so adjust the amount to suit you)

First cut up all your veggies

Add olive oil, veggies, and garlic to pan.  Cook for a few minutes.

MmmMmm yummy goodness

Add rice to pan, and cook for a little while.  Until the rice is heated through.

Add in 3TBLS of soy sauce, and fry it! I like mine to get a little crispy on some pieces.

Whisk eggs.  Clear a little area in the same pan, and pour the eggs in.  Cook, then stir all together.

Add the remaining TBLS of soy sauce, mix together, and it's done! YUM!

ENJOY!

Question of the Day:  (Also, I figured I am asking you all questions, I better answer them too!)

What is your favorite type of rice, and how do you like to eat it?

Alright confession time, :) I LOVE plain old white rice, and I could eat a big ol' bowl with butter and salt. Holy YUM! BUT...I don't do that very often at all :( instead I cook brown rice, and it just isn't the same! Healthier though for sure, so I am alright with that.

Well I'm off of here for the day, talk to you all tomorrow!

Mini Frittatas

Good Afternoon! Hope everyone had a lovely morning! I did, and I have been enjoying a little time in the kitchen this morning.  I had some Reddiegg Real Egg Substitute to use up, so I decided on some cute and tasty Mini Frittatas that are packed with veggies, AND cheese! YUM!  These were simple to make, but not quite as simple as throwing together some scrambled eggs, or an omelet with all the fixings, but these are totally worth it because they are cute, and in individual servings! You can store them in the fridge, pop a couple out when you need a snack, or for breakfast in the morning. 
Ingredients:
I only had enough Reddiegg to equal 4 eggs, which made 6 Mini Frittatas.  Adjust the ingredients if you want to make more, it would be simple!

• 4 Eggs
• 4 Fresh Green Beans, sliced really small
• 3 baby Carrots, sliced really small
• 1 TBLS Red Onion, diced small
• 2 Garlic Cloves, minced
• 3 fresh Basil Leaves, diced small
• sprinkle of Olive Oil
• sprinkle of Mrs. Dash Garlic & Herb seasoning
• sprinkle of Seasoned Salt
• sprinkle of Onion Powder
• pinch of Salt and Pepper
• Colby Jack Cheese for topping
• Feta Cheese for topping

Dice the green beans, carrots, onion, garlic, and basil.

Sprinkle olive oil in a pan, and throw in the veggies, but leave the basil out.

Add in Mrs. Dash, Seasoned Salt, and Onion Powder.  Saute until just about tender.

Whisk eggs in a small bowl

Add in fresh basil, and veggie mix. Stir, and scoop into greased standard muffin pan.  I used a 1/4 cup for each frittata.

Bake at 350 degrees.  Three quarters the way through cooking, sprinkle cheese on top.

I baked these for about 18 minutes.  Tada, done! Yummo!

Tons of veggies, and gooey cheese! MmmMmm! Enjoy!

Question Of The Day:

What is your breakfast staple every morning, or do you switch it up frequently?

Have a good rest of you day everyone! Catch ya tomorrow!