It’s always breakfast time somewhere. For the firefighter or nurse working the graveyard shift, breakfast is at 2 am. For teenagers, breakfast could be at 2 pm. Totally normal, right? To put it simply, people want to eat breakfast when they wake up–whatever time it is. But the new studies show that more people with 9 to 5 jobs are starting to eat breakfast for dinner. Krusteaz, a food company did a survey that found that 91 per cent of people are choosing this new reality. Here are some of the reasons why:
Natalie A. Nevins, DO, a board-certified family physician in Hollywood, California found that “the ingredients in breakfast foods are often less expensive, quicker to prepare, and, most importantly, lower in calories.” Breakfast at dinner options such as omelets and oatmeal are nutritious, cost-effective, and easy to make.
Eggs are cheap. If you eat two eggs at night for a light dinner, you’ll have spent just a dollar or two over the course of six days.
Breakfast food is faster than ordering delivery. You’ll be munching down in 10 minutes or less, while your favorite dinner delivery guy won’t ring your doorbell before thirty minutes.
You will feel more full for longer. By having oatmeal or a protein shake, you will have a nutritious meal and avoid waking up hungry.
But there’s still something else surprising about eating meals out of order, kind of like pajama day at school. Any subtle deviation from the norm that makes you feel like you’re getting away with something, and that’s especially true these days.
Now this is one way of making a frittata that you could eat any time of the day. It is a frittata disguised as a muffin. They could be served hot or cold or even at room temperature. This yummy dish has sausage and cheeses that pair perfectly together. The roasted red peppers are a healthy vegetable, but feel free to add something else if red pepper isn’t for you. The addition of milk gives the frittata a super silky texture. You can eat it any time of the day. It’s perfect!
This dish is courtesy of Delish and will serve 12 people who will totally be on board for breakfast anytime.
Ingredients for Best Muffin Tin Frittatas:
1 lb. Italian sausage, casings removed
10 large eggs
1/4 c. milk
2/3 c. shredded fontina
1/3 c. freshly grated Parmesan
1 tsp. kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1/3 c. chopped roasted red peppers
1/4 c. finely sliced basil
Preheat oven to 375°.
Spray a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray and set aside.
Meanwhile, brown sausage in a large skillet over medium heat until golden, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon.
Drain meat on paper towels.
In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, cheeses, salt and pepper.
Divide egg mixture between the muffin tins.
Top each serving with roasted red peppers, sausage, and basil.
Bake until the eggs are set, 12 to 15 minutes.
Let cool slightly before serving.
It’s that simple!
