Carmen'z Kitchen

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🍴 Serves 2
⏰ 20-25 minutes

INGREDIENTS

For the Lemon Zest Vanilla French Toast:

  • 4 slices of brioche bread
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¼ cup half & half or milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp lemon zest
  • 1 tsp honey or agave syrup
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • Butter or coconut oil for cooking

For the Honey-Glazed Berries:

  • 1 cup fresh strawberries
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp lemon curd

For the Scrambled Eggs:

  • 4 large eggs
  • ¼ cup half-and-half or heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp butter or olive oil for cooking
  • Shredded cheddar or taco-mix cheese

SIDES (OPTIONAL)

  • 1 yellow kiwi, peeled and sliced
  • 1 small apple or peach, thinly sliced
  • 4 strips of turkey bacon or traditional bacon (optional: low-sodium)

INSTRUCTIONS

Step 1: Prepare the Honey-Glazed Berries

  • In a small pan over medium heat, combine berries, honey, and lemon curd.
  • Stir gently and cook for 2-3 minutes until the berries are softened and slightly glazed.
  • Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 2: Cook the French Toast

  • In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, lemon zest, cinnamon, and honey.
  • Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and add butter or coconut oil.
  • Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, coating both sides and place in the pan.
  • Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Keep warm.

Step 3: Make the Scrambled Eggs

  • In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  • Heat a non-stick skillet over low-medium heat and add butter or olive oil.
  • Pour in the egg mixture and gently stir with a spatula until cooked.
  • Remove from heat. Sprinkle cheese on top while still hot and stir in.

Step 4: Cook the Bacon (optional)

  • Cook bacon in a skillet or oven until crispy. Drain on a paper towel.

Plating:

  • Place two slices of French toast on each plate and top with honey-glazed berries.
  • Add scrambled eggs and a side of bacon.
  • Add slices of yellow kiwi and apples or peaches.
  • Garnish with a dusting of powdered sugar (optional).

HEALTHY TIPS

  • Eggs: Use egg whites or a mix of whole eggs and egg whites to reduce cholesterol.
  • Bread: Opt for whole-grain or protein-enriched bread for added fiber.
  • Honey: Substitute honey with a natural sugar-free sweetener if needed.
  • Berries: Frozen berries work well and can be a cost-effective alternative.
  • Bacon: Swap traditional bacon for turkey or plant-based options to reduce fat.
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