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Martha's Grits With Broiled Tomatoes

Grits aren’t always paired with shrimp! Martha likes to serve them in individual portions, each topped with a broiled tomato slice, bacon, and plenty of Cheddar cheese.

Basic Granola

Our essential granola recipe is an infinitely adaptable formula, so you can swap in any nuts, seeds, or dried fruit you have on hand. It has just the right amount of sweetness and is wonderfully crunchy.

No-Cook Overnight Oats

Rolled oats soften nicely overnight, so they don't need to be cooked for this oatmeal. Use your preferred dairy or alternative milk and top with your favorite fruits, nuts, and seeds—we love toasted pepitas, dried cranberries, and a drizzle of maple syrup.

Chicken and Mushroom Congee

A hearty dish for savory breakfast fans, this rice porridge is cooked with chicken and topped with scallions, ginger, seasme oil, and chile sauce.

Berry-Banana Kefir Bowl

Frozen strawberries and gut-healthy kefir get blended together to make a luscious smoothie bowl. Pop it in the freezer so it's ready to go the next morning, then top it with your favorites—bananas, chocolate, pepitas, maple syrup, or more strawberries.

Quinoa or Millet Breakfast Bowl

Breakfast porridge goes far beyond your basic oatmeal. Simmer nutty quinoa or millet with your favorite nut milk and top with sliced bananas and cocoa nibs.

Puff Pastry Waffle Hearts

Opt for puff pastry without eggs or labeled vegan to make these puff pastry waffles. Cut out any shapes you like, or use disks to fit the shape of the waffle iron. We like to fill these "puffles" with chocolate-hazelnut spread and top them with fresh strawberries.

Vegan Banana French Toast

Creamy and custardy, this egg- and dairy-free French toast is made with silken tofu and almond milk. Bananas are blended into the custard mixture, and slices are sauteed for serving, making this a sweet way to start the day.

Coconut-Raspberry Breakfast Pudding

A hearty egg and dairy-free breakfast that’s satisfying, this rice blend is cooked like a porridge with coconut milk, maple syrup, and frozen raspberries, then chilled for serving—it's a great make-ahead option.

Kitchari

Kitchari is a lot like a savory porridge. Yellow mung dal and rice are simmered down with vegetables and lots of spices. This one is a flavorful savory breakfast and will last in the refrigerator if you make it a few days ahead of time.

Pineapple and Ginger Smoothie

Plain yogurt makes this cool, fruity smoothie extra creamy and delicious. It has fresh (or frozen) pineapple and pineapple juice, so it's plenty sweet.

Breakfast Sausage Puffs

Pigs in a blanket are one of the most satisfying breakfast treats we can think of. Simply wrap egg-free puff pastry around breakfast sausages and bake. This recipe calls for brushing the pastries' tops with egg wash, but you can use milk instead.

Breakfast-Sausage-and-Gruyère Drop Biscuits

Drop biscuits are scooped straight from the mixing bowl and are a bit cakier than traditionally formed biscuits. These are packed with breakfast sausage, gruyère cheese, and thyme. Try our feta and dill version if you fancy a vegetarian option.

Brown-Sugar Glazed Bacon

Bacon is a classic accompaniment to the rest of your breakfast, and when it's glazed with brown sugar, no one can resist. These strips are baked in the oven for even cooking and easy cleanup.

Tropical Fruit-Juice Salad

When you juice your fruits, you lose some of the healthy fiber, so we like to keep the fiber on our plates with this fruit juice salad. Pineapple, kiwi, and citrus pinwheels are a vibrant breakfast, especially when paired with a ginger-lemon dressing.

Banana-Oat Smoothie

Power through your morning with a thick and smooth glass of this banana oat smoothie. Fiber-rich oats make it extra thick, so it's just right for an on-the-go breakfast.

Blueberry-Banana Skyr Smoothie

Skyr is slightly thicker and creamier than traditional yogurt—perfect for making luscious smoothies. This one combines antioxidant-rich blueberries with potassium-packed bananas.

Bircher Chia Parfait

A combination of rolled oats and chia seeds serves as the base for this make-ahead breakfast parfait. Layer the chia pudding with yogurt, mango, raspberries, and toasted almonds.