Breakfast ideas

Many people insist that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but it’s the meal most often skipped by those in a hurry. Make it something to look forward to with stacks of pancakes, healthy smoothie bowls or perfect poached eggs.

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You won’t miss the meat with these seasonal, protein-packed, plant-based recipes

Cauliflower and tofu scramble with quick baked beans on toast

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Turkish eggs

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Sweet, spicy and smoky, these stuffed mushrooms are a great veggie dish to make when time is tight

Smoky egg-stuffed mushrooms

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Oily fish like salmon and mackerel are rich in omega-3 oils, which help protect the heart

Sardines and scrambled eggs with spicy tomatoes

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Black bean huevos rancheros

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Spread the love on Valentine's day with this smoky, savoury bacon, egg, crème fraîche and tomato breakfast tart

Breakfast heart tart

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Warm chilli and tomato sauce meets peppers, spinach and feta in this lazy baked eggs dish, which takes just 20 minutes to make

Chilli and tomato baked eggs

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For an easy veggie breakfast that's ready in just 15 mins, try this green scrambled eggs recipe

Green scrambled eggs with roasted tomatoes

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Fruity buttermilk pancakes

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Start the day with these fluffy fruit pancakes. Eggs and buttermilk are whisked into self raising flour, then the batter is sweetened with honey and blueberries. Swap the flour with wholemeal self raising flour for an extra healthy take.

Serves 4
15 mins
268 calories

Chocolate pancakes

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Swap plain pancakes for these rich chocolatey pancakes for an indulgent brunch. Serve with fresh berries and whipped cream or yoghurt for a morning treat.

Serves 4
10 mins to prepare, 30 mins to rest and 15 mins to cook
296 calories

Kedgeree

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Whether for brunch, lunch or a comforting dinner, this classic kedgeree is a versatile recipe worth mastering. Grab a fork and dig into the spicy curried rice, tender flaked haddock and golden soft-boiled eggs.

Serves 4
40 mins
461 calories

American pancakes

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Classic American pancakes are stacked tall, fluffy and best served with a drizzle of maple syrup. This easy recipe ticks all those boxes - perfect for Pancake Day or a weekend brunch treat.

Serves 4
40 mins
379 calories

Blueberry bran muffins

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Bursting with anti-oxidant-packed blueberries, this light and moist bake is a healthier alternative to a traditional blueberry muffin and perfect for a lunchbox or snack.

Serves 6
35 mins
157 calories

Cheesy courgette muffins

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This simple recipe is great fun for children aged seven and eight upwards and it goes to prove that savoury muffins can taste just as good as sweet ones!