Busy Morning Breakfast Strategies...

This morning while making pancakes I realized I probably haven't shared my own breakfast strategies with y'all.

So here goes...

Each weekend I try to make a family breakfast & while pumping out the pancakes, waffles or fruit salad I just keep going.

What I mean is ~ I'm already there ... making the kitchen a mess, prepping food, taking the time to stand at the stove, having to clean ... so I make a double or triple batch.

Usually the kids are hanging out with me & we can have some great conversations (bonus family time!).

Then, I put the leftovers in the fridge either by portion size (the fruit salad) or in a quick grab-n-go container. The waffles & pancakes can easily be put in the toaster (like a piece of bread) to warm up & the portion size ensures easy access!

This simple strategy has eliminated the "making breakfast" task on busy weekday mornings when we all are pressed for time! And I know as we pull out of the driveway the kiddos have eaten something I made (love quality control on the ingredients!).

The next step for you is to figure out what your family likes in the mornings & how you can 'bulk it up' the next time you make it. Remember, you're already there just mix up a little extra & throw it in the fridge for the week!

(My favorite pancakes to make are the whole grain pecan with maple syrup - they make the house smell great warming in the toaster & we all love them!)

Hope your busy mornings are less chaotic this week,

april