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Let sit for 10 to 15 minutes. Add the 2 cups of whole wheat flour to the sponge and stir with a wooden spoon. When the dough becomes thick enough, knead it by hand for 6 to 8 minutes on a floured surface or in a floured bowl, until it reaches the consistency of soft baby skin. Knead the garlic powder into the dough. Place in a floured or greased bowl and let rise for 45 minutes to 1 hour. BREAKFAST PIZZA DIRECTIONS As the dough from the bread machine or the mixing bowl nears its final rising stages, scramble the eggs and cook the bacon slices.

Transfer the bacon to paper towels to drain and cool before crumbling. Once the dough cycle is complete or the dough has doubled in size, punch it down and remove it from the bread machine bowl or mixing bowl. Knead the dough for 2 to 3 minutes, and then roll out on a clean and floured surface into the shape of the baking sheet. Place the rolled out dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Spread the salsa over the top of the dough, then top with the scrambled eggs and crumbled bacon. Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the entire pizza.

Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese has melted. Let cool slightly before slicing and serving. Serve Bacon and Egg Breakfast Pizza. Makes one 16-inch pizza, or 8 large slices Cost $4.55 FRUGAL FACT: If in a time crunch, use a store-bought premade crust in place of the homemade pizza crust. Egg in a Nest with Avocado Circle Sandwiches 8 slices whole wheat bread ($.60) 8 large eggs ($.80) salt and pepper cup homemade or store-bought salsa ($.25) 1 avocado, pitted, peeled, and mashed ($.68) 1 teaspoon lime juice ($.02) 1 teaspoon garlic powder ($.05) teaspoon ground cumin ($.03) 4 slices cheddar cheese ($.75) Preheat a stovetop skillet or griddle, or an electric griddle to 350 degrees. Lightly coat with nonstick cooking spray.

Using a 1- to 2-inch circular cookie or biscuit cutter, cut holes in each of the 8 slices of bread. Set the cut bread aside. Place a slice of bread onto the preheated hot skillet or griddle, then crack the egg into the hole in the middle of the bread. Let fry for 2 to 3 minutes, then flip and let the other side fry for 1 to 2 minutes, or until egg has cooked through. Season to taste with salt and pepper. In a small bowl, mash the avocado flesh and mix in the lime juice, garlic powder, and ground cumin.

Spread the guacamole on the cut bread circles, then top with salsa and a slice of cheese. Place the other bread circle on top of the cheese, making 4 circles sandwiches. When the eggs in a nest have finished cooking, place the circle sandwiches on the griddle and heat for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, to melt the cheese. Serve Eggs in a Nest with Avocado Circle Sandwiches. Makes 8 Eggs in a Nest and 4 Avocado Circle Sandwiches Cost $3.18 FRUGAL FACT: A few other ideas to use up the bread circles would be to make them into croutons, freeze them, and use for egg casseroles. Or freeze to use in the .

English Muffins Toppings 6 English muffins ($1) TOPPING IDEAS PER ENGLISH MUFFIN ($.50 TO $1) 1 tablespoon peanut butter and 2 thin apple slices with a sprinkle of cinnamon ($.75) 1 tablespoon peanut butter drizzled with 1 teaspoon honey ($.50) 1 tablespoon cream cheese and a dollop of salsa ($.75) 1 tablespoon roasted garlic hummus and a slice of tomato ($1) Dollop of cottage cheese and a slice of tomato ($1) 1 teaspoon butter and a dollop of cranberry sauce ($.50) Fresh fruit ($.50) Open English muffins and toast the halves. Spread with the desired toppings. Grab a piece of fresh fruit for an on-the-go breakfast. Serve English Muffins with Fresh Fruit. Makes 4 to 6 breakfast servings Cost $2 to $2.50 FRUGAL FACT: Stash reduced-for-quick-sale English muffins in the freezer. Thaw in the microwave or toaster oven.

ON-THE-GO BREAKFAST Bagel Toppings 6 bagels ($1.19) TOPPING IDEAS PER BAGEL ($.50 TO $1.50) 1 tablespoon peanut butter and 6 to 8 banana slices ($.75) 1 tablespoon salsa and 1 slice cheddar cheese ($1) 1 tablespoon cream cheese, 1 slice of tomato, and 1 slice provolone cheese ($1.50) About one-fourth of an avocado, smashed with salt and pepper ($1) 1 tablespoon cream cheese drizzled with 1 teaspoon honey ($.50) Fresh fruit ($.50) Open the bagels and toast the halves. Spread with the desired toppings. Place in a toaster oven or under the broiler to melt cheese, if necessary. Serve Bagels with your favorite Toppings and Fresh Fruit for an on-the-go breakfast. Makes 4 to 6 breakfast servings Cost $2.19 to $3.19 FRUGAL FACT: Watch the prices on bagels and stock up the freezer for quick and easy breakfasts. ON-THE-GO BREAKFAST TWO Breakfast Tacos and
Breakfast Sandwiches Salsa Breakfast Tacos 8 large eggs ($.80) cup milk ($.03) 1 teaspoon ground cumin ($.05) salt and pepper 1 tablespoon canola or vegetable oil ($.03) 1 cup homemade or store-bought salsa ($.50) 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese ($.67) 8 burrito-size, flour tortillas ($1) 4 bananas ($.80) In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and ground cumin, and season with salt and pepper.

Heat the oil in a large skillet, and place over medium-high heat. Pour in the egg mixture and scramble. Once the eggs are nearly cooked, add the salsa. Turn down heat and let simmer for 5 to 7 minutes, allowing some of the liquid from the salsa to evaporate. Add the shredded cheese to the salsa-egg mixture and let cook until the cheese melts. Heat the tortillas for a minute in the microwave, or wrap in aluminum foil and place in a 300-degree oven for 10 minutes.

Scoop the salsa-egg mixture onto the 8 warm tortillas dividing it equally. Roll up the tortillas and serve immediately, or freeze. If freezing, it is not necessary to warm the tortillas before assembling. Serve Salsa Breakfast Burritos with Bananas. Makes 8 breakfast burritos Cost $3.88 FRUGAL FACT: Clip and file those name-brand salsa coupons and match them up with a sale price to get large jars of salsa for less than $1. FREEZER FRIENDLY Bacon, Avocado, and Cheese Breakfast Tacos 6 large eggs ($.60) cup milk ($.03) salt and pepper 1 tablespoon canola or vegetable oil ($.03) 1 large avocado, sliced ($.75) 8 burrito-size, flour tortillas ($1) 8 cooked bacon slices ($.99) 4 slices provolone cheese ($.67) honeydew melon, cut into wedges ($.75) In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and salt and pepper.

Heat the oil in a large skillet, and place over medium-high heat. Pour in the egg mixture and scramble. Cut around the avocado lengthwise. Open it up and remove the pit. Make several lengthwise slices in the flesh of the avocado. Using a spoon, carefully scoop out the slices.