Breakfast . . .

From Food

Toasted English Muffins with Ricotta and Balsamic Glazed Strawberries

Decadent you say? Not at all. This breakfast is under 200 calories. So if you are sticking to a 1200 calorie a day eating plan, this one fits in just fine. Oh and have I mentioned it's delicious!!!!

Here's the "recipe"

1 Wholemeal English Muffin (two halves)

3 Fresh Strawberries (Sliced)

2 Teaspoons Balsamic Vinegar

1 Teaspoon Caster Sugar

2 Tablespoons Extra Light Ricotta

While the muffins are toasting, combine strawberries, vinegar and sugar in a small bowl.

Once toasted, spread 1/2 of ricotta on each muffin then top each with half strawberry mix.

Makes a healthy and yummy alternative to jam and cream/butter don't you think?

PS - Those that know me well will be shocked to discover that I have exchanged my morning coffee, for a tall glass of iced water! I know - you think I'm crazy especially if you have read this post. But fear not fellow coffee snobs, its coming up at morning tea time LOL!

From Blog Bits

Morning Coffee

It's not just about the coffee, it's about the ritual. All the little parts that go in to making the perfect cup. 

First, warming the cup and filter basket. Then drying the basket and tamping in just the right amount of the pure dark grounds. There is the moment of anticipation as the glorious drizzle of golden elixir hits the cup and the heady aroma that follows. The unmistakable sound as steam meets cold milk and the magic of that pairing creating the hot, thick, foamy liquid. Then the pouring - a touch of foam first to protect the precious crema, then slowly filling the cup to the brim. A spoon or two of sugar sits suspended in the foam for a moment and then sinks to the depths of deliciousness.

There is the assurance that when all of the little steps in the ritual have been followed, a taste of heaven awaits. 

Mmmmmm . . . how much do you need a coffee right now?