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    6 Peanut Butter Breakfast Ideas

    By | Shine Food – Wed, Mar 14, 2012 1:16 PM EDT
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    Stir a tablespoon of peanut butter into oatmeal for a flavor and protein boost.


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    By Sarah-Jane Bedwell, SELF magazine


    You all know how much I love peanut butter and how often I include it in my breakfast. That's why I was excited to hear about the Peanut Butter for Breakfast campaign put on by the National Peanut Board in honor of National Peanut Month. I have always thought that peanut butter is a great breakfast option since it goes with almost anything and has a high nutritional content. Two tablespoons of peanut butter provide eight grams of natural, plant-based protein and are an excellent source of niacin and a good source of Vitamin E, magnesium, and phosphorus. There are many ways to enjoy peanut butter for breakfast, and here are some of my favorites:


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