Note: This high-calorie recipe is especially for kids with cystic fibrosis (CF). Kids with CF often need to consume additional calories to help them meet their nutritional needs.

This interesting twist on the traditional breakfast favorite is easy to make and a great way to start off the day.

Prep time: 20 minutes

Ingredients:

4 slices whole wheat bread

1/4 c. peanut butter

2 tbsp. jelly

2 eggs

1/4 c. heavy cream

3 tbsp. butter

Utensils: 

• plastic or butter knife
• mixing bowl
• whisk or fork
• stove (You'll need help from your adult assistant.)
• skillet
• spatula 

Directions: 

1. Spread peanut butter on two slices of bread.
2. Spread jelly on the other two slices of bread.
3. Put one slice of each together to form sandwiches.
4. In a mixing bowl, lightly beat eggs and cream together.
5. Melt butter in large skillet over medium heat.
6. Dip sandwiches in egg mixture, coating well.
7. Place in skillet and brown both sides. 
8. Serve immediately. 

Serves: 2

Serving size: 1 sandwich

Nutritional analysis (per serving):

703 calories

20 g protein

53 g fat

738 mg sodium

99 mg calcium

Note: Nutritional analysis may vary depending on ingredient brands used.

Reviewed by: Allison Brinkley, RD, LD/N, CNSD

Date reviewed: July 2003