Fried Egg and Avocado Toast

May 1, 20165 Comments

There are few flavors I love more than eggs paired with avocado. To me, it’s the end-all-be-all of breakfast creations.

Avocado is creamy and mild, and the fried egg is warm with a runny yolk.

Having said I love eggs and avocado the most, it’s not far off to say I love eggs with dill just as much.

So why have I not pair them all together for the ultimate breakfast toast?

What you need:

One slice of your favorite sandwich bread
One egg
Half an avocado
One slice of your favorite cheese
Fresh dill, to taste
Salt and pepper

Start out by toasting your bread. I like bread with lots of seeds in it. I feel it is “healthier” than plain ole white or wheat bread. It just depends on what’s in it. So check your ingredients, or shop at your local bakery.

Heat a little bit of oil on medium heat. Fry the egg until the white is cooked, but the yolk is running. I usually cook it a couple minutes, then flip it. But don’t leave it too long or the yolk will fully harden.

While the egg is cooking, put a slice of your favorite cheese on the toast. I used Colby Jack. Slice up half of the avocado. You could mash it if you want to make a spread.

Top the avocado and cheese toast with the fried egg, and season with fresh chopped dill, salt and pepper.

A perfect portion size. Full of flavor. And a healthy way to start the day.

There are so many variations to this type of breakfast. Tell me about your favorite.

A Decadent Brunch

December 6, 2015Leave a comment

I love Sundays. It’s my favorite day. I always feel most creative in the kitchen on a Sunday. Like it’s the last day before the work week where I can truly create something beautiful and delicious and have time to do so.

Yesterday I ate lunch at a local bakery, and a friend of mine bought a loaf of chocolate brioche.

Chocolate brioche is one of my favorite breads. So buttery and delicious, and the chocolate makes it extra special. Rich and sweet without being overpowering.

I usually just eat chocolate brioche slightly warmed in the toaster with a side of coffee.

But today I thought it’s Sunday. And what could be better for Sunday brunch than chocolate brioche French toast.

Y’all. This will change how you think about French toast. I’d go as far as saying it will change your brunch life.

What you need:

A loaf of chocolate brioche from your favorite local bakery
2 eggs
A splash of half and half
A splash of vanilla extract
Two dollops of Kerrygold butter
Cinnamon (optional)
Maple syrup (optional)

Heat up a skillet with the butter. Cut semi-thick slices of the chocolate brioche. Whisk together the eggs, half and half and vanilla.

Dredge the slices of brioche in the egg mixture. Cook until both sides of the toast are golden.

Put it on a plate and finish it with a sprinkle of cinnamon and a tiny drizzle of maple syrup.

This is definitely one of those recipes you don’t want to drowned in syrup. It’s already a rich bread without coating it in egg and frying it in butter. So go easy on the toppings.

But Lord have mercy, this is a game changing brunch item. My advice would be to pair it with bacon or sausage to help curb the richness.

It’s perfect for lazy Sundays spent doing laundry and binge watching movies on Netflix.

Saturday Escapades in Life and in Running

October 10, 2015October 10, 2015Leave a comment

While Sundays are my favorite day, I adore Saturdays.

I’m in a pretty set routine for Saturdays right now. I am mentoring two amazing ladies through a 10K training program. So every Saturday I’ve been getting up well before the sun to run with them. And it has been the most wonderful experience.

I’ve trained people for 5Ks before, but never a 10K. It’s completely different. I’ve found myself less focused on myself during long runs, and more focused on them working through any issues. Or just reminding them they have ran 45 minutes without stopping or complaining or death.

This morning after our four mile run they both looked at me and said they have finally experienced the feeling of losing themselves during the run. Being in the zone. Shutting their minds off. I have told them about this moment many times, but to be there when they experience, it is the most fulfilling feeling.

Because that’s why I run.

To shut off my thoughts. To experience what my body can do that day. To push myself. To feel truly alive.

It is hedonic.

And now they know.

I’ve finally mentored them to the place I try to take myself every time I go on a run. And that is truly something special. And it couldn’t have been a better morning to do so. Arkansas is a pure place to run and experience nature. An outdoor enthusiast’s dream. Miles and miles of paved and unpaved trails at your leisure. I’m lucky to call this my backyard.

After my Saturday morning run, I always make breakfast. But this morning I got a little overzealous. My eyes were a little bigger than my stomach.

Coffee and a huge egg scramble full of Black Forest ham, eggs, Parmesan cheese, yellow bell pepper, shallots and topped with more cheese, fresh tomatoes and ripe avocado. I also had a side of chocolate milk to aid in muscle recovery.

And now I sit at my favorite coffee shop with a The Head and The Heart playlist in my ears, a pot of green tea and my Series 7 study materials, and I feel utterly content.

The first day in the past month where I’ve felt completely at ease.

Present.

It’s a good feeling.

She Only Eats Eggs

October 1, 2015Leave a comment

I should have called this blog When I Grow Up I’ll Only Make Eggs.

Partly because it’s true.

I do make other stuff. I have the ability to create lots of pretty, delicious food. But I don’t want to eat the same thing for a solid week.

So when I’m feeling lazy and want something good to eat that will keep me full, I make eggs. Omelettes, scrambled eggs, fried eggs.

When I started writing this, I had every intention to create new and exciting recipes. But true to form, I’ve only posted pictures of eggs.

Let’s not change things up now.

An omelette with cherry tomatoes, orange bell pepper, shallots, power greens, lots of white cheddar cheese and salsa.

Breakfast for dinner. My favorite way to have breakfast, unless it’s Sunday brunch.

But after work today, I stopped by my favorite coffee shop, and I picked up one of their ridiculously delicious brownies.

I had that and a nap directly after work. And I consider that to be a golden opportunity. Brownies and naps. Perfection.

And don’t worry about the eggs. I will start making other stuff once it gets cold outside. Soups, chili, casseroles, chicken pot pies. But I’m sure there will be more breakfast treats in there, too.

The Runner’s Breakfast

September 26, 2015September 26, 2015Leave a comment

It’s Saturday. And I ran this morning.

In an effort to curb my hunger pang, I made an omelette. And you know how much I love an omelette. But as all hunger driven, rushed breakfast fixin’ times in my life, my creation did not turn out very pretty.

But was it incredibly delicious? YES!

When I was thinking about breakfast this morning as I sipped my hazelnut coffee, I decided I wanted an omelette with ham. I never choose ham. It’s just not my favorite. But sometimes when I crave eggs, I want to throw some ham in there.

What you need:

2 eggs
2 thin slices of Black Forest ham
1/4 bell pepper, color of your choice
1/2 shallot
Kerrygold butter
White cheddar cheese, shredded
Salsa
Avocado
Salt and pepper

Saute the bell pepper and shallot in melted Kerrygold butter until softened. Dice up the ham, and throw it in there. Let it cook together for a few minutes so the flavors combine. Salt lightly, pepper liberally. Scramble up your eggs with a little half and half. Pour over the ham and veggie mixture. Cook until eggs are the consistency you like. Add cheese, and let it get melty.

Plate it up, and top it with your favorite salsa and half an avocado. Or whatever toppings you like.

The salty ham is so delightful with the eggs. And I can tell you my breakfast was gone in a matter of bites. When I run longer distances, I feel famished. And this morning was no different. So the protein of the eggs and ham hit the spot.

There’s a good chance I will make another one for lunch today. It’s just that good.