thinking of nice breakfasts as reward

@jazel_juan (15747)
Philippines
January 10, 2013 1:37am CST
Since my kids are waking up early, i have been rewarding them with nice breakfasts that they will love.. these past few days i gave them cereal with milk ( in Philippines it is rare for us to have breakfast with cereal).. then i made some garlic rice and meatloaf, then some chorizo's and eggs.. but i want to have those for kids, maybe some new varities..was thinking of ways to incorporate veggies in the morning? ones that will make the kids eat them as well as anticipate them? i have been mixing corn kernels in the garlic rice too.. i am running out of ideas.
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@SIMPLYD (90722)
• Philippines
10 Jan 13
You can saute corned beef with some julienned cabbage. Or you can make an omelet with small squared potatoes or even with some minced cabbage. These would make them eat veggies without saying that it tastes bad.
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@jazel_juan (15747)
• Philippines
10 Jan 13
Oh yes corned beef is a usual dish for us too.. i sautee it with some potatoes sometimes, i minced the potatoes and put some egg in it too. I also sautee eggs with tomatoes and garlic..
@SIMPLYD (90722)
• Philippines
12 Jan 13
What about Tinapa dipped in tomatoes ? Do they like it too as viand in the morning, jazel? I used to think of various breakfasts too, when our daughter was in her elementary days. But so far, the most that she likes that time was hotdog , pancake and cornflakes.
@jazel_juan (15747)
• Philippines
14 Jan 13
they love hotdogs,pancakes and cereals too.. my daughter is not a fan of tinapa but my son love spanish sardines, yesterday we had some too.. those ones from Dipolog City..the brad is Octavio..it is very delicious..hindi nakakaumay..
@jricky1 (6800)
• China
10 Jan 13
You are such a nice mom and i usually eat my breakfast only with cereal and milk.Also with some fruits.It made my day,but i know that eating several kinds of food is pretty good for our health.How about prepare some fruits?It's fresh to have in the morning.
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@jazel_juan (15747)
• Philippines
10 Jan 13
i am not sure my daughter will eat it as she is picky when it comes to fruits but i might try some ripe mangoes..as for my 5 year old it might work for them too as he is very into fruits.
@jazel_juan (15747)
• Philippines
14 Jan 13
thanks guys!
• United States
12 Jan 13
She is being a good mother I'm happy to hear this because there are few who are good mothers sometimes....
@airasheila (5454)
• Philippines
11 Jan 13
a pleasant day jazel_juan, that was superb. you are really a super mom that should also be given an award. what you are doing is not an ordinary one but an extra ordinary. well, for sure, you have have great kids since you are a great mom. with that of your query, perhaps, you can also prepare a special fried rice aside from the garlic rice that you used to served. anyway, i believed, your instinct will guide you as you go along the day of preparing for their breakfast. wishing to have a great ideas and tips from you dear.
@jazel_juan (15747)
• Philippines
14 Jan 13
was thinking of variations of that
@echoforever (5180)
• United States
12 Jan 13
This sounds a nice thing to do for your children. Not only is it kind of you but it is very healthy to start the day with some breakfast.
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@jazel_juan (15747)
• Philippines
14 Jan 13
Yes i want them to go to school fully fed do they won't get hungry when they are in class..
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• United States
14 Jan 13
Aha, a very good reason also they will learn better well fed. They won't have hunger pangs to annoy them or distract them.
@edvc77 (2140)
• Philippines
11 Jan 13
That is good. You are a good mother. There are many breakfast recipes. Just research on it here in the internet. God Bless
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@jazel_juan (15747)
• Philippines
14 Jan 13
i did just that..
• Philippines
11 Jan 13
Sounds really yummy and you have prepared all my fav. already. How about home made pizza and egg? Rolls and Chocolate Spread. Anyways, your really doing great with your kids and I am sure they are always looking forward for their breakfast, tasty and healthy!
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@jazel_juan (15747)
• Philippines
14 Jan 13
how i wish i could often do the pizza lol but then my oven is broken right now so having a pizza is out of the question and my toaster is not functioning well too! lol too much cooking i guess..hahaha this morning they had noodles and some soup.
• United States
10 Jan 13
You could do roasted root vegetables such as carrots, sweet potatoes and beets. Just drizzle them with a bit of olive oil and roast them; they are naturally sweet and delicious and should appeal to your kids. Since you are already doing involved breakfasts, perhaps quiche or mini pizzas? Either would be nice for breakfast, and you can easily include a variety of vegetables and/or fruit in them. Breakfast burritos stuffed with eggs, beans and veggies and topped with sour cream and salsa (more veggies and fruit!) would also be good.
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@jazel_juan (15747)
• Philippines
10 Jan 13
I live the burritos part..that will make them curious as we don't do that often here.. well not really at home. I usually buy ones at restaurants, i will give that a try.
@jaiho2009 (39142)
• Philippines
10 Jan 13
My kids also love that one dish meal- breakfast, lunch of dinner (lols) They really love fried rice with Chinese chorizo, fried eggs, diced carrots, whole corn kernel, dried peas and tomato sauce to make the fried rice smooth and soft. Now you have a new assigment...search the net for yummy breakfast recipe mom
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@jazel_juan (15747)
• Philippines
10 Jan 13
hahaha i did ms.jai most are foreign foods though but some are simple enough to try.. there is one that makes me curious...st.benedicts..a kind of egg dish, but i am not sure if they will like it but i will try it.
@jenny1015 (13366)
• Philippines
10 Jan 13
I could not experiment that much like the way that you do. Coz my kids really have rice for breakfast everyday. If I offer them pancakes, they would be feeling hungry again in a hour. Same with cereals,they're tummies would be grumbling after an hour or so. Have you tried serving them with crab omelet or Cinnamon toasts? My kids love them as well.
@jazel_juan (15747)
• Philippines
10 Jan 13
I did made some french toasts too, mine are used to eating different breakfasts actually..
10 Jan 13
Hey. I'm from the Philippines too and I want to commend you for your good taste in food. The food you are giving them will make them proud of their heritage and culture, at the same time they can sample and experiment with different cuisines. You can safely explore your culinary interests with the kids. Give them something that is easy to prepare and fun to munch on. Give them fruit and vegetables in the morning, easy no-nonsense preparation food is fine. Know what they like to eat and mix and match recipes. Dairy is a good food staple, especially for growing children. Give them the advantage also of growth food. It's for them too.
@jazel_juan (15747)
• Philippines
10 Jan 13
Thanks urlanda, they do love dairy products.. i might make some burritos as suggested by others who commented too. Since they love cheese and potatoes i could incorporate it there too.
@alberello (4752)
• Italy
10 Jan 13
Well, you had a very different idea for a breakfast for your children. I must say that my breakfast in the morning, is quite simple. In fact, it is limited to a croissant and a coffee. Nothing more. You know, I'm a few pounds overweight, which is why I try to keep myself in very light meals. I must say that for me it is impossible, just imagine eating meat in the morning for breakfast.
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@jazel_juan (15747)
• Philippines
10 Jan 13
we actually do not eat that much croissant here..lol i am not even sure if it's available in some bakeries here..maybe on those expensive bakeries but not on the usual bakery we go to what i have mentioned are our usual staple my friend.
@natliegleb (5175)
• India
10 Jan 13
i think these are all real examples of ideal and good breakfast to go with and with chocos too and i surely prefer it
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@jazel_juan (15747)
• Philippines
10 Jan 13
lol i don't think i could serve chocolates so early in the morning but i don't mind if they like hot choco in a cold morning, i indulge them into that..
• China
10 Jan 13
As a saying goes,feed well for breakfast.It is great to have nice breakfast.It can provide us with the energy needed for studies or work.For the sake of health,it is right to prepare the nutritious food for breakfast.I am sure your children must like it so much. Have a nice day.
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@jazel_juan (15747)
• Philippines
10 Jan 13
Yes i do take into consideration how healthy the food they are eating as well it is my responsibility as a mother.. that is why all meals are accompanied by a class of milk.