ClosePhoto: Carson DowningYou may have heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and there might actually be somescienceto back that up! But not all breakfasts fuel our body the same way, and there are a few considerations that can help make your morning mealmore fillingand energizing. First, it should contain a mix of complex carbs, protein and healthy fat. This allows your body to digest it more slowly so your energy levels can be sustained for longer. Also, it should limit added sugar. Popular breakfast items like donuts, sweet cereals and bakery muffins may give you a burst of energy in the moment, but they will lead to a crash shortly after. Lastly, it should be a big enough portion of food that leaves you feeling satisfied (no, coffee alone is not the same as a breakfast). But especially during busy seasons, it can be tough to find the time to make an elaborate meal before you start your day. That’s where these recipes come in. Dishes like our West Coast Avocado Toast and Spinach Omelet can be made in just 10 minutes, and our Muffin-Tin Spinach & Mushroom Mini Quiches and Vegan Freezer Breakfast Burritos can be batch prepped for grab-and-go all week long. Or stay cool on warmer days with our refreshing Spinach-Avocado or Chocolate-Banana Protein Smoothies. Plus, each of these recipes offers at least15 grams of proteinper serving to help you reap thebenefitsof the crucial nutrient like improved muscle recovery, better digestion and healthy weight management. Whatever you choose, building a healthy breakfast routine can help you feel your best for the day ahead. For more beginner- and budget-friendly recipes and cooking tips, check outThrifty.01of 14West Coast Avocado ToastView RecipeHummus, sprouts and avocado top sprouted whole-wheat bread in this healthy vegan breakfast or lunch idea. Look for sprouted bread in the freezer section of your grocery store.02of 14Muffin-Tin Spinach & Mushroom Mini QuichesView RecipeSwitch up your morning routine with these easy vegetarian mini quiches. Earthy mushrooms and spinach pair nicely with rich and creamy Gruyère cheese. Serve them on a platter with a fresh fruit salad for a simple weekend brunch.03of 14Vegan Freezer Breakfast BurritosView RecipeHaving a stash of flavorful bean burritos in your freezer means you’ll always have a satisfying plant-based meal ready for a grab-and-go breakfast on a busy morning or to take to the campsite for an easy campfire meal. Our vegan breakfast filling—made with tofu and prepared to mimic scrambled eggs—is tossed with beans, veggies and salsa for a delicious and ultra-satisfying meal.04of 14Spinach-Avocado SmoothieView RecipeThis healthy green smoothie gets super creamy from the frozen banana and avocado. Make ahead (up to 1 day) and store it in the fridge until you need a veggie boost.05of 14Breakfast Blueberry-Oatmeal CakesView RecipeThis oatmeal-meets-muffin-tin cake recipe is perfect for having a healthy breakfast available on busy weekdays. Make a batch on the weekend and keep them in your freezer. For a grab-and-go breakfast, reheat the oatmeal cakes in the microwave for about 40 seconds.06of 14Baked Eggs in Tomato Sauce with KaleView RecipeYou can make these three-ingredient tomato-simmered eggs with things you probably already have on hand in your freezer and pantry. To make these baked eggs more like eggs in purgatory, look for a spicy tomato sauce and don’t forget some whole-wheat bread for dipping.07of 14Frittata with Asparagus, Leek & RicottaView RecipePhotographer / Jacob Fox, Food styling / Sue Mitchell, Food Styling / Kelsey BulatServe this spring-vegetable-loaded frittata with an arugula salad and a hunk of crusty bread. Tip: This recipe cooks quickly, so be sure to have all your ingredients prepped and ready to go.08of 1410-Minute Spinach OmeletView RecipeCarson DowningThis delicious spinach omelet recipe is ready in just 10 minutes for a nutritious breakfast. Eggs and cheese help pack it with protein, while fresh dill boosts its flavor.09of 14Breakfast Beans with Microwave-Poached EggView RecipeIn Costa Rica, this popular breakfast bean dish is called gallo pinto, which means spotted rooster, referring to the dark beans amid the pale rice. We call for cooked barley here, but you can use whatever leftover cooked grain you may have on hand.10of 14Savory Oatmeal with Cheddar, Collards & EggsView RecipeHave you tried savory oats yet? It’s a nice change-up from the sweet way oatmeal is typically served, plus you get a full serving of vegetables. Serve with hot sauce, if desired.11of 14Spinach, Peanut Butter & Banana SmoothieView RecipeAli RedmondPeanut butter and banana is a classic combo that’s even more delicious with the addition of tangy probiotic-rich kefir. Plus, this peanut butter banana smoothie helps you up your veggie servings for the day with a bit of mild-flavored spinach mixed in.12of 14Breakfast Salad with Egg & Salsa Verde VinaigretteView RecipeSalad for breakfast? Don’t knock it until you’ve tried it. We love how this meal gives you 3 whole cups of vegetables to start your day.13of 14Southwest Breakfast SkilletView RecipeCarolyn Hodges, M.S., RDNOne skillet is all you need to create this satisfying, veggie-loaded breakfast (or dinner) dish. This skillet is packed with mushrooms, bell pepper and chard to help up your veggie count for the day and is topped with bacon, eggs, cheese, pico de gallo and fresh cilantro.14of 14Chocolate-Banana Protein SmoothieView RecipeRed lentils give this smoothie a plant-based protein boost. To make this smoothie vegan, try using unsweetened coconut beverage or almond milk in place of the dairy milk.Was this page helpful?Thanks for your feedback!Tell us why!OtherSubmit
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You may have heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and there might actually be somescienceto back that up! But not all breakfasts fuel our body the same way, and there are a few considerations that can help make your morning mealmore fillingand energizing. First, it should contain a mix of complex carbs, protein and healthy fat. This allows your body to digest it more slowly so your energy levels can be sustained for longer. Also, it should limit added sugar. Popular breakfast items like donuts, sweet cereals and bakery muffins may give you a burst of energy in the moment, but they will lead to a crash shortly after. Lastly, it should be a big enough portion of food that leaves you feeling satisfied (no, coffee alone is not the same as a breakfast). But especially during busy seasons, it can be tough to find the time to make an elaborate meal before you start your day. That’s where these recipes come in. Dishes like our West Coast Avocado Toast and Spinach Omelet can be made in just 10 minutes, and our Muffin-Tin Spinach & Mushroom Mini Quiches and Vegan Freezer Breakfast Burritos can be batch prepped for grab-and-go all week long. Or stay cool on warmer days with our refreshing Spinach-Avocado or Chocolate-Banana Protein Smoothies. Plus, each of these recipes offers at least15 grams of proteinper serving to help you reap thebenefitsof the crucial nutrient like improved muscle recovery, better digestion and healthy weight management. Whatever you choose, building a healthy breakfast routine can help you feel your best for the day ahead. For more beginner- and budget-friendly recipes and cooking tips, check outThrifty.01of 14West Coast Avocado ToastView RecipeHummus, sprouts and avocado top sprouted whole-wheat bread in this healthy vegan breakfast or lunch idea. Look for sprouted bread in the freezer section of your grocery store.02of 14Muffin-Tin Spinach & Mushroom Mini QuichesView RecipeSwitch up your morning routine with these easy vegetarian mini quiches. Earthy mushrooms and spinach pair nicely with rich and creamy Gruyère cheese. Serve them on a platter with a fresh fruit salad for a simple weekend brunch.03of 14Vegan Freezer Breakfast BurritosView RecipeHaving a stash of flavorful bean burritos in your freezer means you’ll always have a satisfying plant-based meal ready for a grab-and-go breakfast on a busy morning or to take to the campsite for an easy campfire meal. Our vegan breakfast filling—made with tofu and prepared to mimic scrambled eggs—is tossed with beans, veggies and salsa for a delicious and ultra-satisfying meal.04of 14Spinach-Avocado SmoothieView RecipeThis healthy green smoothie gets super creamy from the frozen banana and avocado. Make ahead (up to 1 day) and store it in the fridge until you need a veggie boost.05of 14Breakfast Blueberry-Oatmeal CakesView RecipeThis oatmeal-meets-muffin-tin cake recipe is perfect for having a healthy breakfast available on busy weekdays. Make a batch on the weekend and keep them in your freezer. For a grab-and-go breakfast, reheat the oatmeal cakes in the microwave for about 40 seconds.06of 14Baked Eggs in Tomato Sauce with KaleView RecipeYou can make these three-ingredient tomato-simmered eggs with things you probably already have on hand in your freezer and pantry. To make these baked eggs more like eggs in purgatory, look for a spicy tomato sauce and don’t forget some whole-wheat bread for dipping.07of 14Frittata with Asparagus, Leek & RicottaView RecipePhotographer / Jacob Fox, Food styling / Sue Mitchell, Food Styling / Kelsey BulatServe this spring-vegetable-loaded frittata with an arugula salad and a hunk of crusty bread. Tip: This recipe cooks quickly, so be sure to have all your ingredients prepped and ready to go.08of 1410-Minute Spinach OmeletView RecipeCarson DowningThis delicious spinach omelet recipe is ready in just 10 minutes for a nutritious breakfast. Eggs and cheese help pack it with protein, while fresh dill boosts its flavor.09of 14Breakfast Beans with Microwave-Poached EggView RecipeIn Costa Rica, this popular breakfast bean dish is called gallo pinto, which means spotted rooster, referring to the dark beans amid the pale rice. We call for cooked barley here, but you can use whatever leftover cooked grain you may have on hand.10of 14Savory Oatmeal with Cheddar, Collards & EggsView RecipeHave you tried savory oats yet? It’s a nice change-up from the sweet way oatmeal is typically served, plus you get a full serving of vegetables. Serve with hot sauce, if desired.11of 14Spinach, Peanut Butter & Banana SmoothieView RecipeAli RedmondPeanut butter and banana is a classic combo that’s even more delicious with the addition of tangy probiotic-rich kefir. Plus, this peanut butter banana smoothie helps you up your veggie servings for the day with a bit of mild-flavored spinach mixed in.12of 14Breakfast Salad with Egg & Salsa Verde VinaigretteView RecipeSalad for breakfast? Don’t knock it until you’ve tried it. We love how this meal gives you 3 whole cups of vegetables to start your day.13of 14Southwest Breakfast SkilletView RecipeCarolyn Hodges, M.S., RDNOne skillet is all you need to create this satisfying, veggie-loaded breakfast (or dinner) dish. This skillet is packed with mushrooms, bell pepper and chard to help up your veggie count for the day and is topped with bacon, eggs, cheese, pico de gallo and fresh cilantro.14of 14Chocolate-Banana Protein SmoothieView RecipeRed lentils give this smoothie a plant-based protein boost. To make this smoothie vegan, try using unsweetened coconut beverage or almond milk in place of the dairy milk.Was this page helpful?Thanks for your feedback!Tell us why!OtherSubmit
You may have heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and there might actually be somescienceto back that up! But not all breakfasts fuel our body the same way, and there are a few considerations that can help make your morning mealmore fillingand energizing. First, it should contain a mix of complex carbs, protein and healthy fat. This allows your body to digest it more slowly so your energy levels can be sustained for longer. Also, it should limit added sugar. Popular breakfast items like donuts, sweet cereals and bakery muffins may give you a burst of energy in the moment, but they will lead to a crash shortly after. Lastly, it should be a big enough portion of food that leaves you feeling satisfied (no, coffee alone is not the same as a breakfast). But especially during busy seasons, it can be tough to find the time to make an elaborate meal before you start your day. That’s where these recipes come in. Dishes like our West Coast Avocado Toast and Spinach Omelet can be made in just 10 minutes, and our Muffin-Tin Spinach & Mushroom Mini Quiches and Vegan Freezer Breakfast Burritos can be batch prepped for grab-and-go all week long. Or stay cool on warmer days with our refreshing Spinach-Avocado or Chocolate-Banana Protein Smoothies. Plus, each of these recipes offers at least15 grams of proteinper serving to help you reap thebenefitsof the crucial nutrient like improved muscle recovery, better digestion and healthy weight management. Whatever you choose, building a healthy breakfast routine can help you feel your best for the day ahead. For more beginner- and budget-friendly recipes and cooking tips, check outThrifty.
01of 14West Coast Avocado ToastView RecipeHummus, sprouts and avocado top sprouted whole-wheat bread in this healthy vegan breakfast or lunch idea. Look for sprouted bread in the freezer section of your grocery store.02of 14Muffin-Tin Spinach & Mushroom Mini QuichesView RecipeSwitch up your morning routine with these easy vegetarian mini quiches. Earthy mushrooms and spinach pair nicely with rich and creamy Gruyère cheese. Serve them on a platter with a fresh fruit salad for a simple weekend brunch.03of 14Vegan Freezer Breakfast BurritosView RecipeHaving a stash of flavorful bean burritos in your freezer means you’ll always have a satisfying plant-based meal ready for a grab-and-go breakfast on a busy morning or to take to the campsite for an easy campfire meal. Our vegan breakfast filling—made with tofu and prepared to mimic scrambled eggs—is tossed with beans, veggies and salsa for a delicious and ultra-satisfying meal.04of 14Spinach-Avocado SmoothieView RecipeThis healthy green smoothie gets super creamy from the frozen banana and avocado. Make ahead (up to 1 day) and store it in the fridge until you need a veggie boost.05of 14Breakfast Blueberry-Oatmeal CakesView RecipeThis oatmeal-meets-muffin-tin cake recipe is perfect for having a healthy breakfast available on busy weekdays. Make a batch on the weekend and keep them in your freezer. For a grab-and-go breakfast, reheat the oatmeal cakes in the microwave for about 40 seconds.06of 14Baked Eggs in Tomato Sauce with KaleView RecipeYou can make these three-ingredient tomato-simmered eggs with things you probably already have on hand in your freezer and pantry. To make these baked eggs more like eggs in purgatory, look for a spicy tomato sauce and don’t forget some whole-wheat bread for dipping.07of 14Frittata with Asparagus, Leek & RicottaView RecipePhotographer / Jacob Fox, Food styling / Sue Mitchell, Food Styling / Kelsey BulatServe this spring-vegetable-loaded frittata with an arugula salad and a hunk of crusty bread. Tip: This recipe cooks quickly, so be sure to have all your ingredients prepped and ready to go.08of 1410-Minute Spinach OmeletView RecipeCarson DowningThis delicious spinach omelet recipe is ready in just 10 minutes for a nutritious breakfast. Eggs and cheese help pack it with protein, while fresh dill boosts its flavor.09of 14Breakfast Beans with Microwave-Poached EggView RecipeIn Costa Rica, this popular breakfast bean dish is called gallo pinto, which means spotted rooster, referring to the dark beans amid the pale rice. We call for cooked barley here, but you can use whatever leftover cooked grain you may have on hand.10of 14Savory Oatmeal with Cheddar, Collards & EggsView RecipeHave you tried savory oats yet? It’s a nice change-up from the sweet way oatmeal is typically served, plus you get a full serving of vegetables. Serve with hot sauce, if desired.11of 14Spinach, Peanut Butter & Banana SmoothieView RecipeAli RedmondPeanut butter and banana is a classic combo that’s even more delicious with the addition of tangy probiotic-rich kefir. Plus, this peanut butter banana smoothie helps you up your veggie servings for the day with a bit of mild-flavored spinach mixed in.12of 14Breakfast Salad with Egg & Salsa Verde VinaigretteView RecipeSalad for breakfast? Don’t knock it until you’ve tried it. We love how this meal gives you 3 whole cups of vegetables to start your day.13of 14Southwest Breakfast SkilletView RecipeCarolyn Hodges, M.S., RDNOne skillet is all you need to create this satisfying, veggie-loaded breakfast (or dinner) dish. This skillet is packed with mushrooms, bell pepper and chard to help up your veggie count for the day and is topped with bacon, eggs, cheese, pico de gallo and fresh cilantro.14of 14Chocolate-Banana Protein SmoothieView RecipeRed lentils give this smoothie a plant-based protein boost. To make this smoothie vegan, try using unsweetened coconut beverage or almond milk in place of the dairy milk.
01of 14West Coast Avocado ToastView RecipeHummus, sprouts and avocado top sprouted whole-wheat bread in this healthy vegan breakfast or lunch idea. Look for sprouted bread in the freezer section of your grocery store.
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West Coast Avocado Toast
View Recipe
Hummus, sprouts and avocado top sprouted whole-wheat bread in this healthy vegan breakfast or lunch idea. Look for sprouted bread in the freezer section of your grocery store.
02of 14Muffin-Tin Spinach & Mushroom Mini QuichesView RecipeSwitch up your morning routine with these easy vegetarian mini quiches. Earthy mushrooms and spinach pair nicely with rich and creamy Gruyère cheese. Serve them on a platter with a fresh fruit salad for a simple weekend brunch.
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Muffin-Tin Spinach & Mushroom Mini Quiches
Switch up your morning routine with these easy vegetarian mini quiches. Earthy mushrooms and spinach pair nicely with rich and creamy Gruyère cheese. Serve them on a platter with a fresh fruit salad for a simple weekend brunch.
03of 14Vegan Freezer Breakfast BurritosView RecipeHaving a stash of flavorful bean burritos in your freezer means you’ll always have a satisfying plant-based meal ready for a grab-and-go breakfast on a busy morning or to take to the campsite for an easy campfire meal. Our vegan breakfast filling—made with tofu and prepared to mimic scrambled eggs—is tossed with beans, veggies and salsa for a delicious and ultra-satisfying meal.
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Vegan Freezer Breakfast Burritos
Having a stash of flavorful bean burritos in your freezer means you’ll always have a satisfying plant-based meal ready for a grab-and-go breakfast on a busy morning or to take to the campsite for an easy campfire meal. Our vegan breakfast filling—made with tofu and prepared to mimic scrambled eggs—is tossed with beans, veggies and salsa for a delicious and ultra-satisfying meal.
04of 14Spinach-Avocado SmoothieView RecipeThis healthy green smoothie gets super creamy from the frozen banana and avocado. Make ahead (up to 1 day) and store it in the fridge until you need a veggie boost.
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Spinach-Avocado Smoothie
This healthy green smoothie gets super creamy from the frozen banana and avocado. Make ahead (up to 1 day) and store it in the fridge until you need a veggie boost.
05of 14Breakfast Blueberry-Oatmeal CakesView RecipeThis oatmeal-meets-muffin-tin cake recipe is perfect for having a healthy breakfast available on busy weekdays. Make a batch on the weekend and keep them in your freezer. For a grab-and-go breakfast, reheat the oatmeal cakes in the microwave for about 40 seconds.
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Breakfast Blueberry-Oatmeal Cakes
This oatmeal-meets-muffin-tin cake recipe is perfect for having a healthy breakfast available on busy weekdays. Make a batch on the weekend and keep them in your freezer. For a grab-and-go breakfast, reheat the oatmeal cakes in the microwave for about 40 seconds.
06of 14Baked Eggs in Tomato Sauce with KaleView RecipeYou can make these three-ingredient tomato-simmered eggs with things you probably already have on hand in your freezer and pantry. To make these baked eggs more like eggs in purgatory, look for a spicy tomato sauce and don’t forget some whole-wheat bread for dipping.
06of 14
Baked Eggs in Tomato Sauce with Kale
You can make these three-ingredient tomato-simmered eggs with things you probably already have on hand in your freezer and pantry. To make these baked eggs more like eggs in purgatory, look for a spicy tomato sauce and don’t forget some whole-wheat bread for dipping.
07of 14Frittata with Asparagus, Leek & RicottaView RecipePhotographer / Jacob Fox, Food styling / Sue Mitchell, Food Styling / Kelsey BulatServe this spring-vegetable-loaded frittata with an arugula salad and a hunk of crusty bread. Tip: This recipe cooks quickly, so be sure to have all your ingredients prepped and ready to go.
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Frittata with Asparagus, Leek & Ricotta
Photographer / Jacob Fox, Food styling / Sue Mitchell, Food Styling / Kelsey Bulat
Serve this spring-vegetable-loaded frittata with an arugula salad and a hunk of crusty bread. Tip: This recipe cooks quickly, so be sure to have all your ingredients prepped and ready to go.
08of 1410-Minute Spinach OmeletView RecipeCarson DowningThis delicious spinach omelet recipe is ready in just 10 minutes for a nutritious breakfast. Eggs and cheese help pack it with protein, while fresh dill boosts its flavor.
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10-Minute Spinach Omelet
Carson Downing
This delicious spinach omelet recipe is ready in just 10 minutes for a nutritious breakfast. Eggs and cheese help pack it with protein, while fresh dill boosts its flavor.
09of 14Breakfast Beans with Microwave-Poached EggView RecipeIn Costa Rica, this popular breakfast bean dish is called gallo pinto, which means spotted rooster, referring to the dark beans amid the pale rice. We call for cooked barley here, but you can use whatever leftover cooked grain you may have on hand.
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Breakfast Beans with Microwave-Poached Egg
In Costa Rica, this popular breakfast bean dish is called gallo pinto, which means spotted rooster, referring to the dark beans amid the pale rice. We call for cooked barley here, but you can use whatever leftover cooked grain you may have on hand.
10of 14Savory Oatmeal with Cheddar, Collards & EggsView RecipeHave you tried savory oats yet? It’s a nice change-up from the sweet way oatmeal is typically served, plus you get a full serving of vegetables. Serve with hot sauce, if desired.
10of 14
Savory Oatmeal with Cheddar, Collards & Eggs
Have you tried savory oats yet? It’s a nice change-up from the sweet way oatmeal is typically served, plus you get a full serving of vegetables. Serve with hot sauce, if desired.
11of 14Spinach, Peanut Butter & Banana SmoothieView RecipeAli RedmondPeanut butter and banana is a classic combo that’s even more delicious with the addition of tangy probiotic-rich kefir. Plus, this peanut butter banana smoothie helps you up your veggie servings for the day with a bit of mild-flavored spinach mixed in.
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Spinach, Peanut Butter & Banana Smoothie
Ali Redmond
Peanut butter and banana is a classic combo that’s even more delicious with the addition of tangy probiotic-rich kefir. Plus, this peanut butter banana smoothie helps you up your veggie servings for the day with a bit of mild-flavored spinach mixed in.
12of 14Breakfast Salad with Egg & Salsa Verde VinaigretteView RecipeSalad for breakfast? Don’t knock it until you’ve tried it. We love how this meal gives you 3 whole cups of vegetables to start your day.
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Breakfast Salad with Egg & Salsa Verde Vinaigrette
Salad for breakfast? Don’t knock it until you’ve tried it. We love how this meal gives you 3 whole cups of vegetables to start your day.
13of 14Southwest Breakfast SkilletView RecipeCarolyn Hodges, M.S., RDNOne skillet is all you need to create this satisfying, veggie-loaded breakfast (or dinner) dish. This skillet is packed with mushrooms, bell pepper and chard to help up your veggie count for the day and is topped with bacon, eggs, cheese, pico de gallo and fresh cilantro.
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Southwest Breakfast Skillet
Carolyn Hodges, M.S., RDN
One skillet is all you need to create this satisfying, veggie-loaded breakfast (or dinner) dish. This skillet is packed with mushrooms, bell pepper and chard to help up your veggie count for the day and is topped with bacon, eggs, cheese, pico de gallo and fresh cilantro.
14of 14Chocolate-Banana Protein SmoothieView RecipeRed lentils give this smoothie a plant-based protein boost. To make this smoothie vegan, try using unsweetened coconut beverage or almond milk in place of the dairy milk.
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Chocolate-Banana Protein Smoothie
Red lentils give this smoothie a plant-based protein boost. To make this smoothie vegan, try using unsweetened coconut beverage or almond milk in place of the dairy milk.
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