BREAKFAST RECIPES

Mornings can often feel quite rushed. If you need to get to work early and/or you have children to get ready for school, then I totally understand how a quick bowl of cereal or slice of toast often seems like the most you can manage. But if you set aside a little time in your regular morning routine for some proper food, you’ll be getting a head start on the rest of the day.

Lemon and Blueberry Yoghurt Pots

Lemon and Blueberry Yoghurt Pots

Blueberries are a massive thing in my house, this is a great way to use them in a proper recipe.

MOCHA ‘GET UP AND GO’ SHAKE

MOCHA ‘GET UP AND GO’ SHAKE

This is a proper wake-up shake to kick-start your morning and get you powered up for the day.

SPANISH-STYLE EGGS WITH CHORIZO

SPANISH-STYLE EGGS WITH CHORIZO

Try my Spanish style eggs with chorizo, easy to make and packed full of flavour.

CHICKEN AND LEEK BAKED OMELETTE

CHICKEN AND LEEK BAKED OMELETTE

This baked omelette is enriched with classic pie filling ingredients – chicken and leeks – this one combines two of my favourite things but without the added calories of pastry!

BARLEY PORRIDGE WITH RHUBARB COMPOTE

BARLEY PORRIDGE WITH RHUBARB COMPOTE

This barley porridge is a bit like a breakfast risotto. The rhubarb, ginger and citrus compote tastes amazing and can be swopped for in-season fruit.

APRICOT AND CRANBERRY MUFFINS

APRICOT AND CRANBERRY MUFFINS

Using mashed bananas is a good butter replacement, keeping things creamy, while the orange adds a fresh, zesty flavour.

APRICOT FLAPJACK ENERGY BALLS

APRICOT FLAPJACK ENERGY BALLS

These tasty, oaty snacks are perfect for an on the go energy boost.

CORN CAKES WITH MEXICAN BEANS

CORN CAKES WITH MEXICAN BEANS

A relaxed breakfast-meets-lunch dish.

BERRY AND YOGHURT BREAKFAST SHAKE

BERRY AND YOGHURT BREAKFAST SHAKE

A great way to refuel in the mornings!

CHILLI AVOCADO TOAST

CHILLI AVOCADO TOAST

One of the most popular breakfasts, turned up a notch by adding hummus and chilli.

SHAKSHUKA BREAKFAST EGGS

SHAKSHUKA BREAKFAST EGGS

Easy Moroccan-style eggs, poached in a spiced tomato sauce.

BLUEBERRY MUFFINS

BLUEBERRY MUFFINS

Simple, classic breakfast muffins, with moist, tender crumb and the lovely burst of acidity from the fruit.

POACHED EGGS WITH CREAMY MUSHROOMS AND ASPARAGUS

POACHED EGGS WITH CREAMY MUSHROOMS AND ASPARAGUS

Big, punchy mushroom flavours are enhanced with a little porcini and truffle paste in this decadent brunch dish.

APPLE AND CARDAMOM OVERNIGHT OATS

APPLE AND CARDAMOM OVERNIGHT OATS

This fruity oat pot couldn’t be easier – you just soak the oats overnight and then add the apples the next day.

BREAKFAST MUFFINS

BREAKFAST MUFFINS

Great for refuelling after a morning workout or eating on the go.

BLUEBERRY, LEMON AND THYME PANCAKES

BLUEBERRY, LEMON AND THYME PANCAKES

Pancakes are a real treat for breakfast, these are so easy to knock up in the morning.

BLUEBERRY AND APPLE BIRCHER MUESLI

BLUEBERRY AND APPLE BIRCHER MUESLI

A bowlful of this delicious, sustaining muesli that will see you through to lunchtime.

TOM’S BLT

This is the best BLT you’ll ever eat!

SMOKED HADDOCK AND SPINACH EGG POTS

SMOKED HADDOCK AND SPINACH EGG POTS

Packed with flavour from the smoked haddock, cheese and spinach.

HAM AND POTATO HASH WITH POACHED EGGS

HAM AND POTATO HASH WITH POACHED EGGS

A cross between the ultimate hash brown and a rösti.

PIMP MY PORRIDGE

PIMP MY PORRIDGE

Porridge is very good for you, but if you find it a bit bland, try one of my tasty toppings.

SCRAMBLED TOFU

Packed with veg for a healthy and colourful start to your day.

SMOKED SALMON, SCRAMBLED EGG AND ASPARAGUS

SMOKED SALMON, SCRAMBLED EGG AND ASPARAGUS

A luxurious combination and the asparagus adds a satisfying fresh crunch to it.

HOMEMADE GRANOLA

HOMEMADE GRANOLA

Packed with nutritious nuts and dried fruit, this granola is a great way to start the day.

PROPER BAKED BEANS ON SODA BREAD TOAST

PROPER BAKED BEANS ON SODA BREAD TOAST

Everyone loves baked beans and my homemade version is really worth the effort.

EGGY BREAD WITH CHOCOLATE AND ORANGE SAUCE

EGGY BREAD WITH CHOCOLATE AND ORANGE SAUCE

Fancy a posh French breakfast? Crack on and make this.

SWEETCORN PANCAKES WITH BACON AND SYRUP

SWEETCORN PANCAKES WITH BACON AND SYRUP

Fancy a posh French breakfast? Crack on and make this.

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