Easy, Frugal Breakfasts!

However, we also all know that it isn't always easy to find time to prepare that all-important meal or to convince our children to eat it!

One way to create a positive attitude toward breakfast in your children is by showing them that you enjoy breakfast!

Eating breakfast as a family is a great opportunity to spend some quality time together. Spending time together, making breakfast can turn out to be a child's favorite part of the day!

By being creative and maybe just a little bit organized, you can make a variety of tasty and healthy breakfasts. Try these ideas:

• for a quick and easy breakfast try a toasted bagel spread with low-fat cream cheese.

• or peanut butter spread on whole-wheat toast.

• how about a fruit smoothie? Toss whatever fruit you have in the blender with milk.

• when you have a little time, prepare a large batch of pancakes or waffles. Freeze in a single layer, then stack in a zip-top bag. In the mornings, pop one into the toaster, then top with fruit and yogurt.

• or spread peanut butter and jelly between 2 pancakes.

• try some non-traditional foods, like leftover pizza--kids nearly always go for it!

• kids don't want to drink their juice? Try this easy recipe for Orange Juice Smoothies.
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
  • 5 or 6 ice cubes

  Mix all ingredients in blender till smooth.

Breakfast doesn't have to be ham and eggs anymore! Nor does it have to be cold cereal. By using a little creativity you can have a healthy breakfast every morning!

About The Author: Cyndi Roberts is the editor of the bi-weekly newsletter "1 Frugal Friend 2 Another", bringing you practical, money-saving tips, recipes and ideas. Visit her online at http://www.cynroberts.com to subscribe and receive the Free e-course, "Taming the Monster Grocery Bill".