There’s only one way to start Staycation 2012.

Breakfast. An amazing–should only be eaten on a special occasion but is actually easy enough to eat on a regular Tuesday–peanut buttery, bananay, cinnamony, breakfast.

Recipe to follow soon, but first I want to tell you about my accomplishments of the day!

Making Moves

I started making moves for my triathlon training! After breakfast this morning, and cleaning up the apartment a bit (it needed it), I drove to the YMCA to sign up for a membership. They have a TON of class offerings too, and I’m really excited to try them out! Lap swim in the pool tomorrow morning at 8:15am, I think I’ll be there!

My next adventure was to a local bike shop to talk to a salesman and check out their bikes. He actually took the time to size and measure me (woohoooo I’m 5’1 and 3/4 better than I thought!). If I opted to buy a bike there, they would size the handlebars, seat, and everything for me. I’m tempted…but I think I’ll shop on Craigslist first. I did leave with my first pair of bike shorts though!

Next stop: Target. I completely jinxed myself yesterday talking about the Target eye. I totally got sucked in. All I really needed was a bike helmet, goggles, and a new bikini. But I left with all these bonuses:

The bikini I needed, but the two workout tank tops, pair of running shorts, and long sleeved workout top, I did not need. I just can’t resist a good sale, and everything was on clearance!

I also went to Dick’s sporting goods to pick up a swim cap and a couple swimsuits. I saved money by buying girls sized swimsuits, may as well take advantage of the fact that I’m so short!

So, as you can see, I definitely made some moves towards my triathlon goal. I have to admit that I’m really nervous and intimidated by the whole idea. But, as they say….

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Such a good quote. Cycling and swimming will definitely be outside my comfort zone, but they’re sports that I’ve always wanted to do. So I’m gonna do them. It’s simple really.

Onto what you really want to read about, some delicious breakfast! I was inspired by this Picky Palate recipe I saw this week, but wanted to keep my version fast and simple.

Peanut Butter Banana French Toast
Serves 1.

Ingredients:

1 egg
1/4 tsp cinnamon
splash of milk
2 slices of bread
cooking spray
1 small banana
1 tbsp peanut butter
maple syrup, if desired

Instructions:

1. Whisk the egg in a small bowl with a splash of milk. Add the cinnamon and stir.
2. Spray a non-stick pan with cooking spray, and heat to medium heat.
3. Grab a slice of bread and soak both sides in the egg mixture. Place on heated non-stick pan and cook until golden brown on both sides. Repeat with other slice of bread.
4. While bread is cooking in the pan, heat the peanut butter in the microwave for 30-45 seconds, until it thins out and is easily pourable.
5. To assemble, lay one slice of french toast on a plate, top with sliced banana, lay the other french toast slice on top, and top with more sliced banana and a drizzle of melted peanut butter. Add maple syrup or more toppings if desired. The nutrition information below does not include maple syrup (but does include the peanut butter and banana).

Nutrition:

So this breakfast looks super high in fat and not that good for you. But the fat sources are healthy: an egg yolk, peanut butter, and my GF bread has a good amount of fat in it.

This breakfast is totally well balanced. Fruit from the banana, healthy fats from the PB and yolk, protein from the egg, and carbs from the bread. I guess it’s missing vegetables but who wants vegetables in the morning. Ick. Unless they’re disguised in a cheesy omelet, I guess.

I want that. That’s what I want in the morning. And that’s exactly what I had. If you’re weird, eliminate all the peanut buttery syrupy goodness and eat it naked, like this:

More power to you.

I chose to dig into the fully dressed up version, and it was fabulous.

Questions of the Day

How do you like to start off your vacations?
Do you ever spend wayyyy more than planned at Target?
Seriously, what is it about Target?