Is cooking breakfast a struggle? This Cheesy Chorizo Omelet is quick and satisfying thanks to one of my essential 4 tools that make morning meals easy! Check out how you can have cafe-style, pour-over coffee, a fluffy omelet and crisp bacon ready in just minutes with these handy OXO Breakfast gadgets!
Disclosure: This post is sponsored by OXO. I received the products in this post in exchange for review. As always, all opinions here are my own.
"Mamaaaaaaa!" Some people start their day awakened by melodic alarms or the sounds of nature gently waking them from their slumber, but mine usually starts with a human siren alerting me that he is rested and ready to begin the day. I stumble out of bed, scoop him from his room and sleepily trudge downstairs, pausing momentarily to get my caffeine infusion coffee brewing before officially starting on "Mom-ing."
Change. {We're working on toilet training.} Feed. Dress. Email. Play. Plan. Cook {for blog.} Answer approximately 4.3 billion toddler questions. {"Whassat? Wha you do-een, Mama?"} Play some more. Rush out of the house to be somewhere on time. Come back. Lather. Rinse. Repeat.
Did you notice my morning was missing something? Yeah, I hardly ever do either until I'm just about ready to eat the steering wheel.
BREAKFAST.
When do parents eat breakfast? Too many times, the answer for me is "never", and I know that's bad! But between the whirlwind of the morning hours and the fact that I don't usually wake up hungry, it's a fact that breakfast takes a backseat in my world.
If this sounds all-too-familiar, I have good news: My friends at OXO are always looking out for their customers -- from busy parents to everyday folks just looking to simplify their mornings -- and they have developed some game-changing kitchen tools that are made for creating pure breakfast magic.
- Pour-Over Coffee Maker with Water Tank: Let's start with the lifeblood of my mornings -- COFFEE. When I was pregnant and abstaining from caffeine, I discovered that it's not the actual caffeine that I crave in the mornings, but the routine of pouring a hot cup and savoring each sip. Mornings are just not the same without coffee {whether decaf or high octane}. This amazing little contraption lets you feel like you're having a fancy-schmancy pour-over from your favorite cafe without the ridiculous price tag or annoying wait time. Simply place it over your coffee mug, scoop ground coffee into the filter area, pour hot water into the reservoir and voila! -- expertly brewed liquid happiness in minutes.
2. Adjustable Temperature Kettle: You're going to need some hot water for your coffee, tea or instant oatmeal on the run. And I know what you're thinking: That's what a stove top is for. While I'm not normally impressed by kitchen gadgets, I was totally fascinated by this electric kettle that boils water faster than the microwave and safer than the stove top! You can set the temperature you need {which is key for avid tea drinkers} and hold the temp for 30 minutes. Plus, its measurement markings help with quick, precise filling AND it shuts itself off! Now, if only it could retrieve my child from his room every morning, then we'd really be in business.
- Microwave Omelet Maker: You're going to be happy that heating water isn't taking up time in the microwave, because there are WAY better things happening in there with this Omelet Maker. Scramble eggs directly in the silicone tray, pour in a splash of liquid for extra fluffiness, and zap for 2-3 minutes for a perfectly puffy omelet! {You can also steam veggies in it, too.} Just fill, fold, plate and enjoy. No extra bowls to wash, just a quick wash and you're all set. Note: You must, MUST scroll down to my recipe for a Cheesy Chorizo Omelet if you're looking for a satisfying breakfast, brunch or anytime omelet idea!
- Microwave Bacon Crisper: Ok, bacon may not be a breakfast necessity, but it sure is a luxury many would enjoy more often if it weren't so darn messy! My husband actually eats bacon almost every day {I know, I know... but he works out really hard}, and he makes it in the microwave on a regular plate, which is effective but extremely greasy. For "healthier", crispier bacon in minutes, just plop bacon on the silicone surface and let the excess grease drain into the built-in reservoir during cooking. The removable lid makes for easy & safe cleanup. BLT's anyone??
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Ok, so my days may never start with the soothing sounds of nature, but at least I'll be a little more eager to head downstairs knowing that a quick, easy breakfast is minutes away with a little help from these nifty gadgets. Now... what does OXO make for potty training assistance? 😉
Cheesy Chorizo Omelet
Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- 1 tablespoon milk or water
- ¼ cup diced onion
- About 2 oz. ground chorizo sausage {I use ground vegan sausage links}
- 2 tablespoons {or more} shredded cheese such as Mexican cheese blend
- Cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat a teaspoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion to skillet and saute for about 2-3 minutes or until it begins to soften.
- Add ground chorizo and cook until no longer raw*, then carefully drain any fat and set aside.
- Meanwhile, crack eggs directly into the OXO Microwave Omelet Maker. Add milk or water and lightly beat eggs with a fork.
- Microwave for 2 to 2 ½ minutes until egg is fluffy and cooked through.
- Remove from microwave and top with cheese and chorizo filling.
- Fold omelet maker over and gently slide omelet out onto plate.
- Top with a drizzle of yogurt or sour cream and a sprinkle of cilantro if desired.