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There are many valid reasons for being on a diet, and just as many reasons for cheating on that same diet. Unfortunately those two things cancel each other out. But a “good cheat” can be justified once in awhile, with very little harm.
    I have already written about my “ice cream fetish” so now is the time for another favorite of mine, breakfast! Nothing better in the morning than to go out for bacon, eggs, and hash browns, don’t forget the coffee. Lots of old time “greasy spoons” downtown, in Tehachapi, in Taft, all make for a great motorcycle ride and meal.
    Here is a “breakfast cheat” — motorcycle ride not included.
   You must start with a trip to the grocery store, on your bicycle of course. If that doesn’t appeal to you then a high mileage hibryd will do, but if that V8 truck is your only option, coast all the way! Be sure not to tailgate and watch out for all the bicycles heading for the same store.  
   Conveniently located on opposite sides of the store you will need to buy first an egg substitute. Made from egg whites, they are fat free, not perfect taste but if you buy the name brand and not the store brand they are not too bad. Second, you must find the meat substitutes, the sausage is soy based; do not curl up your nose.
 The taste and texture are very good, really! Last but not least you will head for the vegetables, what ever you like. I prefer mushrooms and a little onion, some may prefer green peppers (Yuck) but nothing is wrong with tomatoes, garlic, or Italian squash. I am getting hungry just thinking about it.
   Once you are back home reach way to the back of the cabinet and get out the “big skillet”, all this food will start to add up. A low calorie cooking spray is already in your kitchen, right? If not, shame on you, and back on the bicycle you go!
   Hot skillet, sliced veggies, sliced sausage, and an aroma that will wake up the spouse is in store for you. After these things are browned, pour eggs over and stir. Season to taste. All of the flavors combined make this a great tasting breakfast, and a healthy meal!  Bon a petite. (Rachel, is that how you spell that?)