coconut french toast with coconut syrup

So this morning I was craving something coconut-y, and found a recipe for french toast with coconut syrup. Not the healthiest of breakfasts, but it was worth it. The recipe was from Cooking a la Mode (click link for original recipe), but I changed a few things based on what I had and to make it seem a little healthier in my mind.

Here's my revised version:

• 4 eggs
• 1 cup almond milk
• 2 tsp vanilla
• 2 T coconut flour
• Ezekiel bread

Combine ingredients, then dip both sides of the bread in mixture and place on a hot greased pan or skillet. Flip over when browned. 

Serve with hot coconut syrup:

• 1/2 cup butter
• 3/4 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp coconut extract

Place butter, buttermilk, and sugar in a saucepan. Stir over medium heat until butter melts and sugar dissolves. Bring to a boil and boil for one minute.

Remove from heat, and add baking soda and extract, stirring constantly. It will bubble up so make sure you pan is large enough. Continue to stir syrup and let it rest for a few minutes before serving. 

Bon appetite!

zucchini & bacon breakfast casserole

Last night, I made this super quick, easy, yummy, and healthy breakfast casserole. I baked it then divided into individual tupperware to be able to easily heat up for breakfasts the next couple of mornings. If you want it baked fresh in the morning, I'm sure it would be fine to make the night before and refrigerate it to save time. Either way, it's delicious. Plus you can pretty much add anything you have around the house, and you won't mess up the recipe.

Bon Appetite!

Ingredients: 

• 2 cups cooked meat (I just used 6 slices of organic nitrate free bacon)
• 1 zucchini, shredded
• 1 onion, diced
• garlic to taste
• 8 eggs
• 2 tablespoons basil

I added a serrano chili to give it a little kick

Process:

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees
2. Saute your onions and garlic (and serrano chili if you add it) until your onions start to caramelize
3. In your mixing bowl, combine eggs, cooked meat, shredded zucchini, and basil
4. Once mixed, add your sauteed onions and garlic and mix well
5. Grease your 9x13" baking dish
6. Pour mixture into your baking dish and place in preheated oven for 30 min or until cooked through
7. Top with salsa or more bacon, or serve as is! 

Recipe from Civilized Caveman Cooking