Wednesday, June 9, 2010

A Smart Start to Your Day!


When I was young, my mom felt that breakfast was the most important meal of the day — and in my opinion, she was right! Eating a nutritious, filling meal first thing in the morning is a great way to stay on track with your diet. This Grab-and-Go Breakfast Sandwich (see below!) is the perfect choice for people on the go. It packs a wholesome combination of calcium, protein and vitamin A — and it takes just 10 minutes to make. Plus, I'm a big fan of Oscar Mayer Turkey Bacon: based on USDA data, it has 50 percent less fat than regular bacon, it's easy to prepare, and it's oh-so-tasty!

It's been my experience that people who skip breakfast are more likely to gain weight; a Tufts University study also found that kids who eat breakfast actually do better in school. Set a great example for your family — start your day the smart way!

Grab-and-Go Breakfast Sandwich


Ingredients

* 1/4 cup cholesterol-free egg product
* English muffin, split, toasted
* 1 Kraft 2% Milk Sharp Cheddar Singles
* 1 slice Oscar Mayer Turkey Bacon, cooked, cut crosswise in half

Preparation
Cook egg product in skillet sprayed with cooking spray on medium heat 3 minutes or until set, stirring occasionally. Spoon onto muffin half; cover with Singles, bacon and remaining muffin half.

Prep Time: 5 min
Total Time: 10 min
Makes: 1 serving

Per Serving: 270 calories, 8 g total fat, 3 g saturated fat, 25 mg cholesterol, 840 mg sodium, 28 g carbohydrates, 2 g dietary fiber, 2 g sugar, 18 g protein. Good source of calcium (30% DV) and vitamin A (35% DV).

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