Is it just me, or is it sometimes shocking to believe that a recipe is from Cooking Light? This dish definitely doesn't seem light, but who am I to argue with cheesy, sausage-y goodness? I had this for brunch at my friend Brad's lake house in the Hudson Valley. It may have been that it… Continue reading Turkey Sausage, Mushroom, and Potato Gratin
Category: Breakfast
Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes
In our household, we take our pancakes seriously. These are better than you can get in a restaurant, and you can make them in less time than it takes to get you there. Whip these up for family and friends, and you'll get rave reviews. Double it if you have more than 3-4 people (or… Continue reading Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes
Buttermilk-Blueberry Breakfast Cake
I made this recipe for friends at a play date, and it was a hit! I substituted 1/2 T vinegar with the rest of 1/2 cup milk for buttermilk, and it worked great! I think lemon zest is the secret ingredient that makes this cake delicious. Serves 6-8 ½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature Zest… Continue reading Buttermilk-Blueberry Breakfast Cake
Candied Bacon
Oh, Bacon. How much do I love you? (So much.) I don't remember making this for the first time, but I've made it many times since. People go crazy over it, and it's hysterical since it has two ingredients. Please make this immediately. You won't regret it. Even your skinny friends will eat a ton!… Continue reading Candied Bacon
Chili Egg Puff Breakfast Casserole
We would not steer you wrong. Egg casseroles are a dime a dozen, and this is a clear winner. I think it is from my friend Sandy in Portland, but it's been so long, who knows now. I follow the directions, except that sometimes I add some good diced ham for another all-in-one meal. If… Continue reading Chili Egg Puff Breakfast Casserole
The Best Spiced Pumpkin Bread
This is my go-to pumpkin bread recipe, from Epicurious - originally appearing in Bon Appetit. It makes two smallish loaves, perfect to freeze one. Or up your organization game by making 4 small loaves. Then you can give the illusion of being a great hostess by popping them out of the freezer anytime! They're great… Continue reading The Best Spiced Pumpkin Bread
Can’t Resist Coffee Cake
This is an old standby coffee cake recipes that comes from my friend Sandy Parker’s mother’s bridge group. She says they go crazy over this one. If you have a stand mixer, it's easy to make. Otherwise, I can't imagine having the patience to mix the batter for 10 minutes. Serves 12 Batter: 1 package… Continue reading Can’t Resist Coffee Cake
Snow Day Monkey Bread
We discovered this recipe during the ice storm of 2011. Chasidy posted it on Facebook and it grabbed us. Why is it great for a snow day? Enjoy the simplicity....and who could go wrong with biscuits, butter, and sugar? My entire family loves this. Chasidy knows good and simple, she has 3 children and they are far from monkeys. … Continue reading Snow Day Monkey Bread
Banana Bread That Will Knock Your Socks Off
This is another popular breakfast item (or nap wake-up snack, if you have a toddler). We will put this recipe up against any other banana bread recipe. If you have been lucky enough to visit one of our favorite places, Seabrook, Washington, you have had this at Lil's Market. Pam is a sweetheart and shared… Continue reading Banana Bread That Will Knock Your Socks Off
Overnight Oatmeal with Almonds and Dried Cranberries
This recipe will change your life (and probably lower your cholesterol!). You can make delicious, steel cut oatmeal once a week and have it on the table in less than 10 minutes the first day and about one minute on subsequent days. I started my quest to speed up steel cut oatmeal after I had… Continue reading Overnight Oatmeal with Almonds and Dried Cranberries
