by Jan S.
Member since:
June 22, 2007

Three Minute Grab and Go Breakfast

December 02, 2011 04:26 PM UTC
views: 0 | 18 people recommend this | comments: 72

 

Grab and Go Breakfast - Microwave Mug Method

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day.  Besides supplying nutrition, it starts our metabolism working early in the day, which is especially helpful to dieters.  Too many of us skip breakfast, but this recipe may change that.

Here’s a super quick way to whip up a high protein breakfast with no mess.  You can cook your breakfast and be out the door in under three minutes.

Ingredients:

2 Eggs

2 Tbsp. Milk

2 Oz. Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Salt and pepper to taste


Directions:

Spray inside of a large, microwave-safe coffee mug with nonstick spray.

Add eggs and milk, blending well with fork. Include optional add-ins* if desired.

Microwave on high for 50 seconds.

Stir mixture.

Microwave 30 seconds longer or until egg mixture is semi-firm.

Sprinkle cheese on top.

Add salt and pepper to taste.

*Optional add-ins include diced onions, peppers, cubed, cooked ham, and cooked, crumbled sausage.  Be creative!

Eating in the car while driving is not recommended, but if you know you’ll be sitting in traffic for part of your commute, take along this tasty breakfast to make the wait more pleasant.  This is also a  meal kids can eat in the car on the way to school.


NOTE:  Microwave ovens vary.  The times shown are on the low side, so you may want to add seconds depending on results.

 

Ingredients for Grab and Go Breakfast.

 

Microwaved egg and milk mixture.

 

Cheese added to mixture.



The final product - ready to grab and go.

Comments: 72

☃ Shannon K. Wendt Dec 2, 2011, 5:50pm UTC
I gotta try this!
Jan S. Dec 3, 2011, 2:36am UTC
I liked it and it's easy with no real clean up.
Char H. Dec 2, 2011, 6:42pm UTC
I like micro eggs, but you hit the nail on the head. Really have to learn the timing in YOUR oven.
Jan S. Dec 3, 2011, 2:37am UTC
Yep. All microwaves are not created equal:)
Angela A. Dec 2, 2011, 9:10pm UTC
Looks good enough to eat!
Jan S. Dec 3, 2011, 2:37am UTC
It is!
Ian, the social being Dec 2, 2011, 9:29pm UTC
That sounds like a great idea, Jan. I do like something quick in the morning to get my metabolism going, and this sounds perfect.
Jan S. Dec 3, 2011, 2:35am UTC
It's fast and easy. I wish I'd had this recipe when my daughter was skipping breakfast in high school.
Tina Dalasinski Dec 2, 2011, 10:51pm UTC
Sounds good will have to do this for daughter in mornings before going to school. Dropping by from PIF/ Dec.
Jan S. Dec 3, 2011, 2:36am UTC
Yes! My daughter used to have drinkable yogurt on her way to school. It was hard to get her to eat in the mornings.
Tina Dalasinski Dec 3, 2011, 6:17am UTC
My daughter is starting to be the same way.
Katherine M. Dec 2, 2011, 11:20pm UTC
I will have to try this ... I am always rushing and forgetting to eat.

Thank you for sharing at Mama's Kitchen. Your quick breakfast has been featured.
Jan S. Dec 3, 2011, 2:37am UTC
Thank you, Katherine.
Truth Always Dec 2, 2011, 11:26pm UTC
Thats a good idea.. will have to give it a try... thanks..
Jan S. Dec 3, 2011, 2:38am UTC
It's amazing how easy it is.
Joy Bee Dec 3, 2011, 12:04am UTC
Excellent idea. I always look for high protein ideas for breakfast. Thanks
Jan S. Dec 3, 2011, 2:39am UTC
Protein stays with us longer than carbs, which means we're not likely to get hungry again as soon.
manda r Dec 3, 2011, 7:06am UTC
we do that too just never do it in a cup we just use microwavable bowls. though it's a good idea to put it in the cups for the kids to take it on the way to school. I love throwing in turkey bacon.
I recently found a nice way to use this similar type of recipe only I put it in muffin tins and cook it in the oven for about 20 minutes. I throw in peas, cheese, chives what ever I can find to toss in. lately it's just been chives, mrs dash and some turkey bacon. yumm. now I wish I didn't all ready eat breakfast.
Jan S. Dec 3, 2011, 3:55pm UTC
The muffin tin idea sounds really good for a family or when visitors come. I'll keep it in mind. What temperature do you use? 350?
Cheryl M. Dec 3, 2011, 3:01pm UTC
neat idea...thanks for sharing
Jan S. Dec 3, 2011, 3:55pm UTC
Thanks. Hope you like it:)
Rebecca D. Dec 3, 2011, 9:38pm UTC
Sounds.good
Looks good and easy
DIANE D. Dec 4, 2011, 6:17am UTC
So quick and easy!
Sharon P. Dec 4, 2011, 10:22am UTC
Great idea.
Renita P. Dec 4, 2011, 4:05pm UTC
I drink a Visalus shake for breakfast that hubby makes the night before. But I should try this for my daughter who will rarely eat breakfast until she's been up a while. And by that time we're usually rushing out the door.
Renita P. Dec 4, 2011, 4:05pm UTC
forgot to say that I'm here for PIF/Dec
Ed Da Head Toker Dec 5, 2011, 11:39pm UTC
kooool
Madame Donna C. Dec 5, 2011, 11:52pm UTC
I used to make my preschoolers breakfasts exactly like this! I had a bunch of kids and it was the best way I came up with to get some protein into them with little time in the morning. I love it that you are keeping the idea alive! It's a great way to have a good breakfast in split seconds!
Jan S. Dec 17, 2011, 3:11am UTC
It is really quick and easy.
Debbie W. Dec 7, 2011, 4:43pm UTC
Thanks for this great tip! Another possibility is to microwave instant oatmeal in a large coffee cup and top w/ yogurt.
Jan S. Dec 17, 2011, 3:11am UTC
Good idea! Sounds delicious, too.
HEIDI F. Dec 8, 2011, 8:11pm UTC
Looks like a great breakfast and easy to prepare.
I rarely use the microwave - everything gets cooked on the stove. Might make an exception for this, though :)
Stopping by from ATWS/December List.
Jan S. Dec 17, 2011, 3:12am UTC
It's great for days when you're running late.
Nora D. Dec 10, 2011, 3:16pm UTC
Too funny! I just posted this recipe a couple of weeks or so ago.....ROFL! However, I cannot post photos on Gather anymore, so didn't have photos.
My stove/oven hasn't worked in over 7 years, but it's okey, as I've got my microwave (I could NOT live without it), 2 skillets, a crockpot, and huge toaster oven, so really there's no need for a stove/oven....for me!
Jan S. Dec 17, 2011, 3:13am UTC
Same one? I guess it's popular and I can see why. It's tasty and so quick to make.
Shelbia C. Dec 11, 2011, 12:01am UTC
Quick and easy is always a good thing. It looks tasty too.
Pamela Marks Dec 13, 2011, 2:21pm UTC
love it
Lillith (it's a secret!) Dec 16, 2011, 4:15pm UTC
looks great!
Mylinda Elliott Dec 16, 2011, 5:09pm UTC
Good idea!
We do this. Sometimes we have it for dinner. ;9
Debbie T. Dec 20, 2011, 12:30pm UTC
good idea. Dec ATWS
Joy Blessing Dec 20, 2011, 9:49pm UTC
Thanks fer sharing!
Marie J. R. Dec 21, 2011, 6:05pm UTC
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yummy in the tummy dear Jan,,, well done,,,Bless you,,,
Anne Sanders Dec 22, 2011, 11:49pm UTC
My hubby taught me this one! Merry CHristmas! Dropping by from PIF.


Linda T. Dec 28, 2011, 9:25pm UTC
Happy New Year from atws!
Nichole D. Dec 28, 2011, 10:46pm UTC
Sounds great! And very handy!
manda r Jan 2, 2012, 2:31am UTC
yes 350 will work at about 20 minutes. I haven't mastered it getting fluffy though. from a ten we send jan list
manda r Jan 2, 2012, 2:32am UTC
getting off my butt and making some of that now lol
Marilyn M. Jan 3, 2012, 9:11am UTC
Great idea! I may have to try this when I go back to work.
~ Here from A Ten We Send! ~
Debbie W. Jan 4, 2012, 12:40am UTC
Great idea
Vj McMullan Jan 4, 2012, 2:55am UTC
I just now tried this recipe. I was famished and wanted something fast and with protein, as I've been eating a lot of carbs. I used a bowl and also added the ham and onion. Delicious!
Heather Reid Jan 4, 2012, 12:48pm UTC
Great idea, nice and fast :)
Renita P. Jan 5, 2012, 10:45pm UTC
back again for ATWS/January
Marilyn (PaintsOnSlate) S. Jan 15, 2012, 8:31am UTC
thanks - your photos are great and breakfast looks yummy
Sharla H. Jan 16, 2012, 2:24pm UTC
sounds good
LaRue B. Jan 21, 2012, 5:06pm UTC
I don't cook in the microwave. For me it is meant to reheat the food that's already been cooked.
It is a nice idea for those who do cook in their microwave.
Kevin E. Jan 27, 2012, 3:06pm UTC
I usually don't read a lot of recipes but I always read your work even if I am several weeks late I am very glad I read this one. I am going to copy this and teach my students this one. Your posts are always awesome but this one just made my teaching easier! Thank you very much!
J W. Feb 1, 2012, 9:22am UTC
good idea
Renita P. Feb 1, 2012, 9:01pm UTC
Hi Jan,
I don't see anything new for me to view but I'm back for PIF/Feb
Anne Sanders Feb 2, 2012, 11:50am UTC
I do this too but with 1 egg. Stopping by from PIF to help you with your points.
Heather E. Feb 6, 2012, 1:40pm UTC
Looks good and would incorporate bacon bits well. I do not skip breakfast. here for pif February list
Pamela Marks Feb 27, 2012, 5:52pm UTC
Marksville is here from A Ten We Send Feb's List
Olivia Q. Feb 27, 2012, 10:12pm UTC
I made these a while ago. Good eats, gal.
Catalina P. Mar 6, 2012, 4:11am UTC
My Microwave a little finicky ( I have to do it for a least a minute to get the egg to fully cook.)
But the Kids love to see the Egg puff up like a balloon. Yummy
Mylinda Elliott Mar 7, 2012, 1:21pm UTC
I do this with eggs or oatmeal. Sometimes in a disposable cup too. Here to Pay It Forward - February.
michele r. May 9, 2012, 6:32am UTC
Your pictures make it look good.

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