Power Breakfast

With my early morning shifts, and with Ryan working long hours, going to school full time, and working out, we both sometimes need an energy boost to start the day right.  I didn't make these on one of those busy days we had, but its perfect any day of the week with all the protein and antioxidants in them.  The smoothie is simple and refreshing.  Here's how to make it:

Blueberry Banana Smoothie:

1 cup of plain low fat yogurt

1 cup frozen or fresh blueberries

1 banana

1 tablespoon honey to sweeten

1 scoop of vanilla protein powder (any will do)

6-7 ice cubes

Blend until creamy and smooth!

Bell Pepper Eggs: 2 Servings

4 eggs

1 green bell pepper

Salt and pepper

Slice of fresh sourdough or whole grain for toasting

The second part of breakfast was eggs in bell pepper slices.

Slice any color bell pepper width wise into about 4 or 5 slices depending on how big the pepper is.  Next, spray a frying pan and turn on medium heat until warmed.  Set each slice of pepper in the pan and crack one egg into each slice.  Salt and pepper each egg and flip when each side is cooked.  Serve with some toast.