When it comes to breakfast, we’re all probably fairly guilty of just going for the path of least resistance. Likely, you stumble into the kitchen, get the coffee brewing, and then seek out something quick and easy or something portable you can take with as you make your mad dash out the door. A delicious, proper breakfast is something that should never be under appreciated. Sometimes you’ve just gotta ditch the cereal or toaster fodder for something more substantial. Next time you’re looking to make a true meal out of breakfast, give these tasty savory recipes a try.

Shakshuka

Though you could easily devour this at any time of the day or night, this savory dish makes a phenomenal breakfast. It’s also vegetarian-friendly so it gets points for mass appeal. It’s incredibly versatile and you can add meat to the sauce if you wish or finish off with a sprinkling of cheese. It couldn’t be easier to make and it’s stick to your ribs kinda food without being heavy.

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Poached Egg Avocado Toast

If you’re one of the devotees of the movement that is avocado toast, this one is for you. Pinch of Yum shows you how to add a perfectly runny-yolked poached egg to this savory breakfast treat. There’s a handy video to help you with the proper coaching techniques. It’s paired with a side of fresh heirloom tomatoes which you could dress simply enough with just some salt and freshly cracked pepper, or add a bit of balsamic glaze to make them really sing. Don’t like runny eggs, try boiling instead.

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Full English Breakfast

The thing about full English breakfast is that it just looks like you made yourself your own personal mini buffet. If you’re feeling incredibly hungry or maybe slightly indecisive, then this one has you written all over it. Culinary Ginger takes you through all the requisite components to this savory morning meal. You may need to depart from the traditional ingredients in a few ways, i.e. sub in turkey bacon, or chicken sausage for pork. Otherwise, this is a delicious feast that will leave you feeling beyond full, and probably ready for a nap with a happy belly.

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California Breakfast Casserole

Casseroles are great for breakfast because they don’t require any babysitting. Simply read your ingredients, layer them, and shove them in the oven while you try to fully wake up and browse your Insta feed. Though this recipe calls for frozen sausage patties, you can, of course, sub your favorite non-pork sausages or even brown up some spiced ground lamb for that bottom layer. The finished product is not only delicious, but it’s overall a real breeze to make with a whole lot of breakfasty goodness packed into a single dish.

Check out Fav Family Recipes for the recipe.