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Italian Bites

Italian Bites

DSC_0023-816x10242 packages (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent rolls (do not use store brand)
½ pound sliced deli salami
½ pound sliced provolone cheese
½ pound sliced boiled deli ham
7 eggs
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 jars (12 ounces each) roasted red peppers, drained and chopped

Heat oven to 350. Coat 13X9X2 glass baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Unroll 1 pkg of the crescent rolls and use dough to line the bottom of prepared baking dish. Pinch seams together with fingers. Cover rolls with half of the salami, provolone and ham. Lightly beat together 6 of the eggs and the Parmesan; pour half evenly over top. Top with half of the roasted red peppers. Repeat layering with remaining salami, cheese, ham and egg mixture and peppers. Top with remaining package of crescent rolls. Lightly beat remaining egg and brush over top. Cover dish with foil; bake at 350 for 30 minutes. Uncover and back 30 more minutes. Cool for 1 hour; cut into 32 squares and serve.

Sausage Egg Boats

Sausage Egg Boats

4 mid-size sourdough baguettes
1 (7 ounce) package of Pork Sausage Links
8 eggs
½ cup heavy cream
8 ounces pepper jack cheese, grated
3 green onions, thinly sliced
Salt and pepper, to taste

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Preheat oven to 350° F. Cut and pull out the middle of all 4 sourdough baguettes, leaving ½ inch of bread in the bottom and on the sides. Set baguettes aside. Prepare sausage according to package directions. Cut links into bite-size pieces and set aside. In a medium bowl, lightly beat together the eggs and the cream. Whisk in remaining ingredients and sausage. Evenly divide and pour the mixture into each baguette boat. Place all 4 baguettes on a baking sheet and bake for 25-28 minutes or until set in the center. Allow boats to cool for 10 minutes, cut and serve.

Detox Apple Cinnamon Drink

Detox Apple Cinnamon Drink

Detox Apple Cinnamon Drink

 

1 Gallon Spring Water

5 Large Apples

6 Cinnamon Sticks

 

Bring water to a quick boil and then reduce heat to simmer. Core and slice your apples. Add apples and cinnamon sticks to your simmering water. Simmer 15 minutes. Strain water into a Gallon container. Refrigerate

Comfort Breakfast Bake

Comfort Breakfast Bake

5 eggs
1/4 cup milk
16 oz refrigerated breakfast biscuits (I used the Pillsbury flakey kind)
4 scallions
1 cup shredded extra sharp cheddar cheese
Cooked center cut bacon or cooked sausage

11×17 pan, sprayed with cooking spray (Note: I think a 9×13 works better, but might need to bake a little longer)

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Mix your eggs and milk in a large bowl. Cut each biscuit into fours and add it to the bowl. I like to do this before I cook the bacon or cut up the scallions – give the biscuits some time to really soak in the eggs. Cut up your scallions, shred your cheese, cook and break up your bacon (or sausage). Add everything to the bowl. Mix it all up and pour into your pan. Bake at 350 for 25 minutes (make sure it isn’t runny – mine this morning took 28 mins).

Maple French Toast Casserole

Maple French Toast Casserole

maple7 cups cubed French bread
1/2 cup golden raisins
1 package (3 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup warm whipping cream (70° to 80°)
1/4 cup maple syrup
6 eggs
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon salt
Additional maple syrup

Place bread in a greased 2-qt. baking dish; press down gently. Sprinkle with raisins. In a small mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until fluffy. Gradually beat in whipping cream and syrup; mix well. Whisk together the eggs, vanilla, cinnamon and salt; add to cream cheese mixture.
Pour evenly over the bread; lightly press bread into egg mixture with a spatula. Cover; refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Cover and bake at 375° for 25 minutes. Uncover; bake 20-25 minutes longer or until center is set and the top is golden brown. Serve with syrup. Yield: 6 servings.

Eggless Breakfast Pie

Eggless Breakfast Pie

9 x 13 glass Pyrex dish sprayed with Pam

Layer in order:

1 can Crescent Rolls (for bottom)
½ lb. Country Ham wafer thin slices
8 oz. shredded Swiss cheese
1 lb. Sausage (cooked and drained)
8 oz. shredded cheddar cheese
1 can Crescent Rolls (for top)

Bake for 30-40 minutes at 35o  until golden brown. You may wish to rinse the ham slices before cooking to remove excess saltiness.

Bella’s Perfect Pancake 6WBM

Bella’s Perfect Pancake 6WBM

½ c. oats
4 egg whites
Dash of cinnamon & vanilla powder

Blend all of the ingredients in a Cuisinart/blender and pour into a non-stick heated skillet that has Pam or whatever spray you use and cook just like a pancake. This makes one large pancake or 3-4 small ones. You can make these ahead of time and just refrigerate.

French Toast Bake

French Toast Bake

ft1/2 cup melted butter (1 stick)
1 cup brown sugar
1 loaf Texas toast
4 eggs
1 1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
Powdered sugar for sprinkling

Melt butter in microwave & add brown sugar; stir till mixed. Pour butter/sugar mix into bottom of 9 x 13 pan; spread around. Beat eggs, milk, & vanilla. Lay single layer of Texas Toast in pan Spoon 1/2 of egg mixture on bread layer. Add 2nd layer of Texas Toast. Spoon remaining egg mixture over bread. Cover & chill in fridge overnight. Bake at 350 for 45 minutes (covered for the first 30 minutes). Sprinkle with powdered sugar. Serve with warm maple syrup.

Perfectly Pink Beet Pancakes

Perfectly Pink Beet Pancakes

IMG_44931 egg
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup milk
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/4 cup applesauce
1/4 cup beet puree
4 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon

Whisk all ingredients until smooth. Butter griddle or frying pan on medium heat. Using a 1/4 cup measuring cup drop batter on pan and cook until brown on both sides and cooked through. Serve warm with butter and warm maple syrup.

Caprese Benedict with Basil Hollandaise

Caprese Benedict with Basil Hollandaise

basilholl4 English muffin halves

8 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced thinly

1 large heirloom tomato

8 large fresh basil leaves

1 tablespoon white vinegar

4 large eggs

Black pepper and kosher salt

 

1 egg yolk

2 tablespoons lemon juice

2 large basil leaves

¼ cup melted butter

kosher salt

black pepper

 

Put a shallow pot of water over medium heat to simmer and add the vinegar. While the water is simmering, make the Basil Hollandaise Sauce: Combine all of the ingredients in the blender and puree until very smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper and set aside. Toast the English muffins until crispy and top them with the mozzarella, tomatoes and basil. Poach the eggs by swirling the simmering water hard with a spoon and then gently crack an egg into the center of the swirling water. Cook until the egg is half cooked through, but still runny in the center, about 3 minutes. Drain gently and top the benedict with the egg. Spoon the Basil Hollandaise over the egg. Serve hot.

 

Deep-Fried Poached Eggs with Creamed Spinach and Serrano Ham

Deep-Fried Poached Eggs with Creamed Spinach and Serrano Ham

2367211 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup plus 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons finely chopped shallot
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 (10-oz) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 cups coarse fresh bread crumbs (from firm white bread)
4 poached large eggs>
3 oz thinly sliced serrano ham or prosciutto
7 to 8 cups vegetable oil
1 large egg, lightly beaten with 1 teaspoon water

Whisk together cream and 2 teaspoons flour in a small bowl until just combined. Cook shallot in butter in a 9- to 10-inch heavy skillet over moderately low heat, stirring occasionally, until shallot is softened, about 3 minutes. Add spinach, nutmeg, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and cook, stirring constantly, until excess liquid is evaporated, about 2 minutes. Stir cream mixture, then add to spinach and cook, stirring occasionally, until cream is slightly thickened, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir together bread crumbs, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper in a shallow bowl. Spread remaining 1/2 cup flour on a plate and set aside for dredging. Gently blot any water from top of poached eggs with paper towels, then sprinkle with remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Carefully dredge 1 poached egg in flour, dusting off excess. Transfer to beaten egg, spooning to coat completely, then transfer with a slotted spoon to bread crumbs, letting excess egg drip off. Coat with crumbs and transfer to a plate. Repeat with remaining poached eggs, 1 at a time. Cut sliced ham crosswise into 1/4-inch-wide strips. Heat 1 1/2 inches oil in a 3- to 4-quart heavy saucepan (about 1 1/2 inches deep) over high heat until deep-fat thermometer registers 375°F. Fry ham in oil, stirring occasionally with a clean slotted spoon to separate strips, until crisp, 15 to 20 seconds. Transfer ham to paper towels to drain. Return frying oil to 375°F. Lower 2 eggs (1 at a time on slotted spoon) into hot oil and fry until golden brown, 15 to 20 seconds. Transfer fried eggs to paper towels to drain. Repeat with remaining 2 eggs. Reheat spinach over low heat, stirring constantly and adding more cream or water to loosen mixture if necessary, about 1 minute. Divide creamed spinach among 4 plates, then top with poached eggs and ham.

Lemon Pancakes with Lemon Syrup

Lemon Pancakes with Lemon Syrup

lemon-pancakes-thumb1½ cups flour
1 T. sugar
¼ tsp. salt
1 T. baking powder
2 T. vegetable oil
1 egg
1¼ cups milk
Zest of one lemon
Juice of ½ lemon

1â…“ cup sugar
â…“ Cup brown sugar
â…” Cup water
Peel of one lemon

For pancakes, combine flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder in a large bowl. Add oil, egg, milk, and lemon juice and zest, and mix well. It’s okay if the batter is a little lumpy. Butter a warm griddle, and drop batter onto pan, making each pancake about ¼ cup of batter. Let cook until edges are brown and dry. Flip pancakes and cook the other side. Meanwhile, prepare syrup by placing sugars and water in a pan, and heating over high heat, stirring occasionally. Remove peel from lemon in large chunks, and add it to the syrup. Bring to a boil, and let boil 1-2 minutes for thin syrup, 3-4 minutes for thicker syrup. Remove lemon peel pieces with a spoon and discard. Serve warm pancakes with butter and warm lemon syrup.

Huckleberry Streusel Muffins

Huckleberry Streusel Muffins

GLAC_Huckleberry_DavidRestivoNPS2 C. All Purpose Flour

1/3 C. Granulated Sugar

1 T. Baking Powder

3/4 tsp. Salt

1 C. Milk

1 Large Egg

3 T. Butter, Melted

2 tsp. Vanilla

1 C. fresh, rinsed Huckleberries

Streusel (recipe follows)

 

In a large bowl, thoroughly mix flour, sugar, baking powder and salt; make a well in the center of the mixture.  In a 2 cup glass measure, beat milk, egg, butter and vanilla; pour into center of well.  Mix gently just until dry ingredients are moistened.  Batter will be lumpy.  Stir in huckleberries.  Spoon batter equally into 12 paper lined muffin cups, filling about 3/4 full.  Sprinkle streusel evenly over batter.  Bake at 425 until streusel is lightly browned.  Remove muffins from pan and remove to wire rack to cool.

Streusel:  In food processor, whir 1 C. flour and 1/2 cup brown sugar until blended.  Add 1/2 cup cold butter, cut into chunks and whirl until mixture forms coarse crumbs.

Serving Size: 1 Muffin

Yield: 12 servings

Calories: 291

Fat: 12g

Fiber: 1.1g

Bacon & Egg Cups

Bacon & Egg Cups

bec12 slices bacon
8 eggs
1/2 C. shredded cheddar cheese
pinch of salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Whip the eggs, salt, pepper and cheese with a fork. Spray non stick spray in 12 muffin tins. Wrap each piece of bacon inside the sides of each muffin C.. Fill each bacon lined muffin C. 3/4 of the way with the egg mixture. Bake for 30-35 minutes, until the egg C. are golden brown and don’t jiggle. Use a knife to scoop them out of the tins. Serve immediately. Each C. is about 100 calories. So you can eat a few of them for breakfast and not feel guilty about eating TOO much junk, but you still get some tasty bacon! Note: It seems like a lot of people have had great success making these, but have partially pre-cooked the bacon. I haven’t tried it that way yet, but it seems like it works well.

Muffuletta Quiche Cups

Muffuletta Quiche Cups

1 meccan (8 oz) Pillsbury® Place ’N Bake® refrigerated crescent rounds (8 rounds) or 1 can (8 oz) Pillsbury® refrigerated crescent dinner rolls
3 T. finely diced ham
3 T. finely diced salami
2 T. finely chopped pimiento-stuffed green olives
1/2 tsp. Oregano Leaves
2 Eggs
2 T. half-and-half
1/8 tsp. red pepper sauce
1 C. shredded provolone cheese (4 oz)
2 tsp. chopped fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley

Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 8 regular-size muffin C. (2 3/4×1 1/4 inches) with Crisco® Original No-Stick Cooking Spray. If using crescent rounds, remove from package, separate into 8 rounds. If using crescent rolls, remove from package, but do not unroll. Using serrated knife, cut roll into 8 rounds; carefully separate rounds. Press 1 round on bottom and completely up side of each muffin C.. In small bowl, mix ham, salami, olives and oregano. In another small bowl, beat eggs, half-and-half and pepper sauce with fork until well blended. Spoon about 1 T. cheese into each muffin C.. Top each with about 1 rounded T. ham mixture. Divide egg mixture evenly among muffin C. (about 1 T. each). Top with remaining cheese. Bake 12 to 16 minutes or until filling is set and edges of rolls are golden brown. Cool in pan 5 minutes. Run knife around edge of each quiche to loosen; remove to cooling rack. Garnish with parsley. Serve warm.

Parsnip & Potato Homefries

Parsnip & Potato Homefries

1 lb. Potatoes

1 lb. Parsnips

1/4 C. EVOO

1-2 bunches Scallions, diced

1/2 tsp. Pepper

1 tsp. Paprika

1 tsp. Salt

 

In medium saucepan, bring 2 inches of water to a boil over high heat.  Meanwhile, peel the potatoes and parsnips; cut them into 1/2 inch cubes and add them to the boiling water.  Boil 5-10 minutes, or until tender; drain well.  In a 12 inch skillet over medium heat, warm the oil.  Add onion and cook 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.  Add potatoes, parsnips and seasonings.  Cook 5 to 10 minutes over medium high heat, stirring frequently, until vegetables are golden brown.

High-Protein Chocolate-Chip Raspberry Pancakes

High-Protein Chocolate-Chip Raspberry Pancakes

 

1½ cups nonfat cottage cheese

4 eggs, lightly beaten

¼ tsp. vanilla extract

1 tsp. orange zest (optional)

1 T. sugar

½ cup whole wheat pastry flour

2 T. chocolate chips

Nonstick cooking spray

1½ cups raspberries, fresh or frozen

 

In a food processor, blend cottage cheese, eggs, vanilla extract, orange zest, if using, and sugar until smooth. Add whole wheat pastry flour and chocolate chips and pulse 2–3 times or until flour is just incorporated (don’t over mix). Spray a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium heat. When pan is hot enough, pour pancake batter in ¼-cup servings. When pancakes start to bubble, scatter raspberries over top, and flip to cook the other side, about 1 minute.

 

Makes 4 servings (about four small pancakes per person)

Per serving: 261 calories, 20 g protein, 26 g carbohydrate, 8 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 172 mg cholesterol, 410 mg sodium, 5 g fiber, 9 g sugar. Calories from fat: 28%.

Pumpkin French Toast Bake

Pumpkin French Toast Bake

DSCN04611 lb. stale bread, cubed

8 whole large eggs

1 cup pumpkin puree

2 1/2 cups heavy cream

5 1/2 Tablespoons brown sugar

2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice

1 teaspoon cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 Tablespoon vanilla

Butter for greasing

 

Streusel Topping:

1/2 cup packed brown sugar

1/2 cup granulated sugar

4 Tablespoons flour

1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

4 Tablespoons cold butter, diced

 

Extra butter and Pure Maple Syrup for topping

 

Butter the bottom and sides of a 9×13″ baking dish. Place cubed bread in a large bowl. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs. Add in the pumpkin puree and whisk until combined. Add in the heavy cream, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, salt, and vanilla and whisk together until incorporated. Pour custard mixture over your bread cubes, tossing gently, and let sit for 3 minutes so the bread can soak up the custard. When time is up, gently toss again and pour the mixture into your prepared baking dish. Cover with plastic wrap and place in your fridge overnight. In the morning, when you are ready to bake, remove the French toast from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature while you heat up the oven to 350 degrees. Also, in a small bowl, mix together topping ingredients until the butter is incorporated and the mixture is pea sized. Crumble the topping evenly over the top and bake the French toast in the oven for 55-60 minutes until golden brown and puffy. Let the French toast bake cool slightly, cut large pieces for everyone (trust me here) and place a pat of butter on the top with a heavy drizzle of pure maple syrup.

Darrylann’s Baked French Toast

Darrylann’s Baked French Toast

1 lb. day old French bread, cut in cubes

8 oz. cream cheese, cut in cubes

8 eggs

1/4 cup maple syrup (or fruit syrup)

6 T. melted butter

2 1/2 Cups milk (or buttermilk or cream)

3/4 tsp. cinnamon

1/2 tsp. nutmeg

Layer half the bread, then cream cheese, then remaining bread in 9″ x 13″ greased  baking dish. Combine eggs, syrup, milk & melted butter (must be completely melted or it won’t mix well with cold, raw eggs), cinnamon and nutmeg. Blend well. Pour over bread and cheese layers. Flatten with spatula to moisten bread.  Cover and refrigerate overnight or up to 24 hours.  Bake at 325 uncovered for 35-40 minutes.

Welsh Rarebit Cheese Dream

Welsh Rarebit Cheese Dream

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1 C. milk

1 pound extra sharp or sharp Cheddar cheese, grated

2 T. butter, in several pieces

2 tsp. Dijon mustard

4 to 6 whole English muffins, split

2 large ripe tomatoes, at room temperature, thickly sliced

Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

 

In a medium saucepan, whisk the egg yolks. Then add the milk and stir the liquid gently over low heat for 3 to 4 minutes, gradually raising the heat to medium low. Add a large handful of the cheese to the liquid and stir. Continue adding and stirring in this manner until all the cheese is melted (it’s fine if the previous batch is still somewhat lumpy before adding the next). Continue to stir nonstop, keeping a close eye on the rarebit. Do not let it come to a boil. After 5 to 7 minutes of constant stirring, the mixture should start to thicken noticeably as the yolks cook and the cheese fully melts. Keep stirring and do not let it boil. When the sauce is thick and smooth, stir in the butter, one piece at a time, and then the mustard. Remove the pan from the heat. Toast the English muffins, then place 2 tomato slices on each half. Spoon the rarebit over each sandwich, reheating it first if it’s not still hot (the sauce can become grainy as it cools). Garnish with parsley, if desired, and serve immediately. Makes 4 to 6 sandwiches.

 

 

Potato Pancakes with Chorizo & Leeks

Potato Pancakes with Chorizo & Leeks

½ lb. Chorizo sausage, chopped fine
Extra virgin olive oil as needed
1 Leek, dark green parts removed, finely chopped and rinsed
2 Eggs
1 tsp. Kosher salt
½ tsp. Black pepper
2 lb. Russet potatoes, washed and grated on food processor, wrapped in a towel and all moisture squeezed out
½ cup All-purpose flour
Chives, chopped to taste

Heat a small amount of olive oil in a skillet and add the chorizo sausage. Cook, breaking up large clumps, until brown; remove from the skillet and reserve. Add the leeks to the skillet and sauté over medium-low heat for about 10 minutes, or until soft. In a small bowl, combine the eggs, salt, and pepper; stir. Combine the potatoes, sausage, and leeks in a large bowl; add the flour and egg mixture and stir. Form round pancakes and place on a parchment lined sheet pan to chill for 1 hour. Wipe out your skillet and add about 1-inch of olive oil; turn the heat to medium high. When hot, fry the pancakes for about 2 minutes on the first side, pressing to flatten. Flip and cook for another minute. Drain on paper towels and keep warm in the oven while you fry the rest.

Red Flannel Hash

Red Flannel Hash

1 medium red beet

4 medium red potatoes

3 T. duck fat or oil

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

2 T. minced garlic

1 Vidalia or other sweet onion, diced

1 T. chopped chives

 

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Using paring knife, peel beet under cold, running water, cut into medium dice (to yield 1 C.), and place in cold-water bath as you go; this will help keep your clothes from getting stained. Peel and dice potatoes (to yield 3 C.) and put in a second cold-water bath after cutting; this will keep them from oxidizing and turning brown. Drain diced beet and coat with 1 T. duck fat. Spread beet pieces out on baking sheet and season with salt and pepper. Roast for 8 minutes, or until slightly tender. Drain potatoes and put them in pot of boiling water. When water returns to a boil, drain potatoes and plunge them into ice-water bath to stop cooking. Drain, rinse, and spin in a salad spinner. Heat cast-iron pan over medium heat for 3 minutes. Add remaining duck fat and toss in garlic. Cook garlic for about 45 seconds, just to flavor oil. Add onion and cook for another 45 seconds. Add potatoes and beets and cook until crisp with minimal amount of stirring. Be sure not to overcrowd the pan or you’ll never get that crispness you’re after—work in batches if you must. Season with salt and pepper, add chives, and stir to distribute.

 

 

Eggs Piperade

Eggs Piperade

IMG_87731 tsp. Olive oil

3/4 C. chopped red bell pepper

3/4 C. chopped onion

1 Garlic clove — minced

1/2 tsp. Dried thyme

1/4 tsp. Salt

1/4 tsp. Ground red pepper (up to 1/2)

14 and 1/2 oz. Diced tomatoes, undrained

4 lg Eggs

1 T. chopped fresh parsley, optional

 

Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add bell peppers, onions and garlic; sauté 5 minutes. Add thyme, salt, ground red pepper, and tomatoes; cover, reduce heat to medium, and cook 7 minutes or until bell peppers are tender. Uncover, and cook 1 minute or until liquid almost evaporates. Gently break eggs into tomato mixture; cover, and cook 3 minutes or until set. Garnish with parsley, if desired.

French Toast Fingers

French Toast Fingers

4 large eggs

1 C. milk

2 tsp. vanilla extract

12 slices white bread (day-old is best) – cut into strips

Powdered sugar

 

In a wide, medium-sized bowl, beat the eggs, milk and vanilla together. Heat a griddle or large frying pan to medium-high heat. Spray generously with cooking spray. Dip each bread strip into the egg mixture. Cook the strips until golden-brown on both sides. Dust finished sticks with powdered sugar. Serve with a small bowl of maple syrup. Dip into syrup while still warm.

Country Cappuccino

Country Cappuccino

8 C. Hot, strong brewed coffee, divided

1/2 C. Sugar

1/4 C. Cocoa

1 tsp. Ground cinnamon

1 T. Vanilla extract

4 C. Half-and-half

Whisk together 1 C. coffee and next 4 ingredients in a large heavy saucepan. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, 4 to 5 minutes or until smooth and slightly thickened. Gradually add half-and-half; cook, whisking constantly, 4 to 5 minutes or until thoroughly heated (do not boil). Process half of mixture in a blender 1 to 2 minutes or until frothy. Pour 3 1/2 C. coffee into a 2-quart pitcher; add half of frothy coffee mixture. Repeat procedure with remaining ingredients. Serve immediately, or chill and serve over ice, if desired. Yield: about 12 C

 

Black Bean Omelet with Avocado Salsa Verde

Black Bean Omelet with Avocado Salsa Verde

NHB_omelet1 cup Black beans, cooked
3 Tbsp. Canola oil
2 T. White onion, diced
1 ea Serrano chile, minced
6 ea. Eggs
½ tea. Sea salt
1 tea. Canola oil
¼ cup Mozzarella cheese, grated
Avocado Salsa Verde

In a skillet with the canola oil, sauté the scallions, garlic, and cayenne for 1 minute; add the tomato and beans and cook until the liquid has evaporated. Season to taste, set aside and keep warm. In a bowl, the beat eggs and salt. Heat an 8-inch skillet over medium-low heat and add the butter and then pour in the ¼ of the egg mixture. As the eggs set, lift the edges, letting the uncooked portion flow underneath. When the eggs are nearly set, sprinkle the ¼ of the bean mixture over one side; sprinkle with ¼ cup grated cheese. Fold the omelet over the filling; cover and let stand for 1 minute or until the cheese is melted. Serve with a dollop of Avocado Salsa Verde.

Avocado Salsa Verde

1 large Avocado, peeled, seeded and cut in ½” diced
1 Tomato, seeded and cut into ¼” dice
2 T. Red Onion, finely chopped
1 tsp. minced and seeded Serrano Chile
½ tsp. minced Garlic
1 T. fresh Lime Juice
2 T. chopped Cilantro
Large Pinch Sugar
Salt & Pepper

Combine all ingredients and refrigerate at least one hour before serving.

Pear Pancakes

Pear Pancakes

pancakes1 16oz. can of pears (halves or pieces or slices)

1 and 1/4 C. all-purpose flour

2 T. sugar

2 t. baking powder

3/4 t. salt

1 and 1/3 C. milk or buttermilk (your preference)

1 egg — slightly beaten

3 T. vegetable oil or canola oil

Butter

Extra oil for skillet

 

Drain pears well, and dice into small pieces, set aside. In large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add milk, egg and 3 T. oil. Stir JUST UNTIL FLOUR IS MOISTENED (important, or your pancakes will be rubbery). Gently fold in diced pears. Heat griddle or skillet over medium heat, until drop of water sizzles; brush lightly with oil. Using 1/4 C. size to 1/2 C. size measuring C., pour by C. onto hot skillet, a few at a time. Cook until tops are bubbly and bubbles burst, taking care not to burn them ( if necessary, adjust the heat so that cakes are just golden brown by the time the bubbles form and burst. With spatula, turn and cook until undersides are golden. Remove to plate. Repeat until all batter is used up. Serve warm and buttered with maple or pecan syrup.

 

 

Yield:

Calories:

Fat:

Hearty Morning Pancakes with Cider Syrup

Hearty Morning Pancakes with Cider Syrup

Hearty Morning Pancakes with Cider Syrup½ lb. Bulk Sausage
1 Egg
2/3 C. Milk
2 T. Oil
1 C. Pancake Mix
½ tsp. Ground Cinnamon
½ C. peeled, shredded Apple

1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/8 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1 cup apple cider
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons butter

Cook sausage in nonstick skillet over medium heat until no longer pink, breaking up beat with a wooden spoon; drain and set aside. In medium bowl, beat egg, milk and oil. Stir in pancake mix and cinnamon until just moistened. Fold in apple and cooked sausage. Pour batter by quarter cupfuls onto a lightly greased griddle and cook until the top of each pancake has tiny bubbles, about 3 minutes. Turn and cook until bottoms are gold brown, 90 seconds or so. Transfer to a plate and keep warm in a 200 degree oven if desired while cooking the remainder of the pancakes. Try swapping the cinnamon for pumpkin pie spice in the fall to kick it up another notch.

For syrup, combine the sugar, cornstarch and pumpkin pie spice in a saucepan. Gradually stir in cider and lemon juice until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in butter until melted. Serve warm with the pancakes

Fried Egg & Bacon Puff Pastry Squares

Fried Egg & Bacon Puff Pastry Squares

5074a3c0718d4c3953ed22bfaf356c151 sheet frozen puff pastry (from a 17.3-ounce package), thawed
All-purpose flour, for rolling
10 large eggs, divided
1 teaspoon water
9 slices bacon, cut in half crosswise
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
Chopped fresh chives, for garnish

Unfold puff pastry on a lightly floured work surface, and roll out into a 12-inch square. Prick pastry all over with a fork. Cut into thirds to yield three 4-inch-wide strips, then cut strips crosswise into thirds (you should have nine 4-inch squares). Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet, and freeze until firm, about 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 425 degrees with rack in top position. Lightly beat 1 egg with water. Brush top of pastry squares with egg wash; place 2 pieces (1 slice) bacon on each square. Bake until pastry is puffed and golden brown and bacon is cooked through and crisp around edges, 15 to 18 minutes. Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Crack 3 eggs into skillet, and cook until whites are set and golden brown along edges but yolks are still runny, about 4 minutes. Place 1 egg on top of each of 3 pastry squares, and season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a serving platter, and loosely cover with foil. In 2 more batches, cook remaining 6 eggs in remaining 2 tablespoons butter, transfer to pastry squares, and season. Garnish with chives, and serve immediately.

Lemon Soufflé Pancakes with Raspberry Syrup

Lemon Soufflé Pancakes with Raspberry Syrup

lemonpancake1 C. plus 2 T. Flour

3 T. sugar

1 1/2 tsp. Baking powder

1/2 tsp. salt

1/4 tsp. ground Nutmeg

Grated zest of 5 lemons

3/4 C. ricotta cheese

6 T. buttermilk

6 T. unsalted butter, melted and kept warm

2 T. fresh lemon juice

3/4 tsp. Vanilla

3eggs, separated

1 1/2 C. corn syrup

1 1/2 C. raspberries

1 1/2 T. fresh lemon juice

Nonstick cooking spray

Confectioners’ Sugar

Fresh mint sprigs

In a large bowl, stir together the flour, 1 T. of the granulated sugar, the baking powder, salt, nutmeg and lemon zest. In a small bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, buttermilk, melted butter, lemon juice, vanilla extract and egg yolks and whisk until smooth. Add the yolk mixture to the flour mixture and whisk together until smooth. The batter will be quite dense. In a bowl, using a mixer set on medium speed, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form. Sprinkle in the remaining 2 T. sugar and continue beating until stiff peaks form. Using a rubber spatula, carefully fold about one-fourth of the egg whites into the batter, then fold in the remaining egg whites. Do not attempt to make the batter completely uniform; a few streaks of egg white are fine. Cover and refrigerate for up to 1 hour. To make the raspberry syrup, in a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the corn syrup, raspberries and lemon juice. Bring slowly to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and continue to cook at a bare simmer until a light, crimson-colored syrup forms, about 20 minutes. Remove from the heat and immediately strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl, pressing on the berry pulp with the back of a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. Cover to keep warm. Lightly coat a griddle or a large nonstick frying pan with nonstick cooking spray, then preheat over medium heat for 2-3 minutes. For each pancake, spoon about 3/4 C. (6 fl oz/180 ml) of the batter into the pan, to form rough cakes about 5 inches (13 cm) in diameter. Do not crowd the pan. Cook until large bubbles form on top, 3-4 minutes. Using a spatula, turn over the cakes carefully and continue to cook until golden on the second side, 3-4 minutes longer. Remove from the pan and keep warm while you cook the rest of the pancakes. Divide the pancakes among warmed individual plates and top with the raspberry syrup. Sprinkle with the confectioners’ sugar and garnish with mint sprigs.

Onion & Gouda Tart with Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Onion & Gouda Tart with Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Pastry for Tart Shell

1 Egg White, lightly Beaten

2 T. Butter

1 1/2 lb. Yellow Onion, thinly sliced

1 T. minced Tarragon

1 tsp. minced Thyme

4 Sun-Dried Tomatoes, softened in boiling water, drained and minced

4 large Eggs, beaten

1 Egg Yolk, beaten

1 1/2 C. Milk

1 C. Heavy Cream

1/2 tsp. Pepper

1/4 tsp. Nutmeg

6oz. aged Gouda, shredded (about 1 1/2 C.)

2 T. Dry Bread Crumbs

2 T. Parmesan Cheese

 

Prepare tart shell by fitting to pan and baking.  When cool, lightly brush shell with beaten egg white to seal bottom and prevent it from getting soggy.  Preheat oven to 400.  In nonstick skillet, melt butter over low heat.  Add onions and herbs and cook until tender, about 10 minutes.  Stir in tomatoes and cook 2 minutes more.  Scoop into strainer and drain until ready to use.  In mixing bowl combine eggs, yolk, milk, cream, pepper and nutmeg.  Stir in gouda.  Spread onions over bottom of tart shell.  Pour in egg mixture.  Sprinkle with bread crumbs and grated parmesan.  Bake for 30 to 40 minutes, until top is lightly browned and filling is set.  Let cool on a rack for a few minutes before serving.  Serve hot.

 

 

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Bacon, Spinach & Tomato Scrambled Eggs

Bacon, Spinach & Tomato Scrambled Eggs

4 eggs

2 egg whites

1/2 tsp. salt-free seasoning blend

1 tsp. olive oil

2 slices (2 ounces) canadian bacon, cubed

1 C. packed baby spinach leaves, chopped

1/2 C. grape or cherry tomatoes, chopped

ground black pepper

 

In a bowl, combine the eggs, egg whites, and seasoning blend. Beat with a fork until smooth. Heat the oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the bacon, spinach, and tomatoes. Cook, stirring, for about 2 minutes, or until the spinach is wilted. Add the egg mixture. Cook, stirring, for about 2 minutes, or until the eggs are set. Season with pepper, if desired.

 

Yield: 4 servings

Calories: 120

Fat: 7g

Fiber: 0g

 

 

Skillet Cornbread Pudding with Ham & Pepper Jack

Skillet Cornbread Pudding with Ham & Pepper Jack

skillet_cornbread_jpg_rend_sni12col_landscape2 T. unsalted butter
1 1/2 C cooked corn, thawed frozen or fresh
1 bunch scallions (white and green parts, sliced
1 6oz chunk Black Forest ham, diced (about 1 1/4 cups)
1 clove garlic, chopped
1/2 tsp chili powder
3 large eggs
2 C half-and-half
4oz pepper Jack cheese, diced
1/4 C chopped fresh basil
1 tsp kosher salt
Fresh ground black pepper
1 C packaged cornbread stuffing cubes
Pinch sugar

Preheat oven to 350. Melt the butter in a 10″ cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add the corn, scallions, ham, garlic, and chili powder. Cook, stirring occasionally until the scallions are soft, about 3 minutes. Meanwhile, lightly beat the eggs in a large bowl and stir in the half-and-half, cheese, basil, salt and pepper to taste. Pull the skillet from the heat. Stir the cornbread stuffing and sugar into the skillet. Pour the egg mixture over and stir gently to distribute all the ingredients evenly. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake until lightly puffed and golden, about 30 minutes. Serve warm.

Baked Eggs in Bread Bowls

Baked Eggs in Bread Bowls

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8 large eggs
1/4 cup chopped mixed herbs, such as parsley, chives and tarragon
2 tablespoons heavy cream
Salt and pepper
4 tablespoons grated Parmesan

Preheat oven to 350ºF. Slice off top of each dinner roll and gently remove some bread until there is a hole large enough to accommodate an egg. Arrange rolls on a rimmed baking sheet. Reserve tops. Crack an egg into each roll, then top with some herbs and a bit of cream. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with Parmesan. Bake until eggs are set and bread is toasted, 20 to 25 minutes. After eggs have cooked for 20 minutes, place bread tops on baking sheet and bake until golden brown. Let sit 5 minutes. Place tops on rolls and serve warm.

Baked Ham and Egg Cups

Baked Ham and Egg Cups

baked ham and egg cups4 eggs
1 C egg substitute (or an additional 4 whole eggs instead)
3/4 C shredded low-fat sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 C shredded Parmesan cheese
1/4 C cottage cheese
5 oz frozen spinach, defrosted, water squeezed out and roughly chopped (that’s half a standard frozen box of spinach)
1/3 C roasted red peppers, diced (jarred, or make your own)
1 oz finely diced ham, canadian bacon, or crumbled bacon (about 1/4-1/3 C)
1/4 C sliced green onions
1/4 tsp. kosher salt
1/8 tsp. black pepper
1/2 tsp. hot sauce

Foil muffin tin liners OR 12 slices ham

Preheat oven to 350. In a bowl, combine all ingredients (except ham slices) and stir well. If using ham slices, spray muffin tin with non-cook spray and place one piece of ham in each well to form a bowl. If using foil muffin liners, spray the insides of the liners with non-stick spray. Evenly divide egg mixture between the 12 muffin wells (about 1/4 C each), being careful to keep ingredients well dispersed. You want them to fill right up to the top. Place in the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes. The tops should be puffed and just barely set on top. Eggs will sink after cooling. Store them in an airtight container in the fridge, or freeze them. When reheating in the microwave, make sure to take off the foil liner! And if you’re reheating from frozen, I try to take them out the night before so they can thaw in the fridge. Then when you microwave them, set them on a folded paper towel to drain excess moisture. Eat them alone, or for a well-rounded breakfast crumble on top of a piece of whole grain toast along with a glass of milk and a piece of fruit. Makes 12.

Yield: 12 servings
Serving Size: 1 mini Quiche (in foil cup, not ham)
Calories: 87
Fat: 3g
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French Toast Sandwiches with Onion, Prosciutto & Cheese

French Toast Sandwiches with Onion, Prosciutto & Cheese

3 large Eggs
1 C. Milk
8 To10 oz Tasty semisoft cheese in 1/8 ” thick slices
4 Thin sliced Large Red Onion

4 large Thin slice Prosciutto — (2-4 oz)
8 slice Homemade bread, cut 1/4” thick
4 T. (1/2 stick) unsalted butter

Beat eggs and milk together in a shallow soup plate and set aside Place 1 slice cheese, 1 slice onion, 1 slice prosciutto on each of the 4 bread slices. Top each with remaining sliced cheese and finally, with another slice of bread. Carefully dip sandwiches into egg mixture and soak bread well. Heat 2 T of butter or margarine in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. When the skillet is hot, add 2 sandwiches. Reduce the heat to low and fry until bottoms brown, about 5 minutes. Carefully turn with a spatula and fry on the other side until browned, about 5 minutes. Keep these warm while you repeat with remaining sandwiches.

 

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Brown Sugar Oatmeal Pancakes

Brown Sugar Oatmeal Pancakes

1/2 C. wheat flour

1/2 C. all-purpose flour

1/2 tsp. salt

1/2 tsp. baking soda

1/3 C. packed brown sugar

1 large egg

1 C. buttermilk

1 T. canola oil

1/2 C. quick cooking oats

 

In a large bowl, mix together the flours, brown sugar, salt and baking soda. In a small bowl, beat the egg with the buttermilk and oil. Add to dry ingredients. Mix well. Add oats and mix. Add more milk if batter is too thick. Dollop batter onto hot, lightly greased griddle in 1/4 amounts per pancake.  Cook until edges are dry and middles bubble. Flip and cook other side until golden brown.

 

 

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Chocolate Pancake Love Letters

Chocolate Pancake Love Letters

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1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup whole grain flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup cocoa powder
3 tablespoons sugar
Pinch of salt
1 egg
1 1 /4 cups buttermilk
2 tablespoons melted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla

Whisk dry ingredients together in a mixing bowl. In a separate bowl, mix wet ingredients together until combined. Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Set mix aside to rest for 10 minutes. Use your pancake pen to create shapes in a buttered skillet that is medium heat. Cook for about one minute, or until holes appear in batter on first side, then flip and cook another 30 seconds on other side.

Poppyseed Bread

Poppyseed Bread

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3 cups flour

1/2 tsp. salt

1 1/2 tsp. baking powder

3 eggs

1 1/8 cups cooking oil

2 1/4 cups sugar

1 1/2 cups milk

1 1/2 T. poppy seeds

1 1/2 tsp almond extract

1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

1 1/2 tsp butter flavoring extract (or 1 1/2 tsp melted butter can be substituted)

 

Glaze:

1/4 cup orange juice

3/4 cup sugar

1/2 tsp almond extract

1/2 tsp vanilla extract

1/2 tsp butter flavor extract (or 1 1/2 tsp melted butter can be substituted)

 

For the bread: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Mix all of the ingredients together. Pour into greased and floured baking pans. Makes 6 small loaves or 2 large loaves. Bake at 350 for 50-60 minutes for large pans and less for smaller pans. If you have a dark metal pan make sure to bake it for less time at a lower temperature. I overdid this batch a little bit because I used a dark pan. I like the disposable foil bread pans the best.  For the Glaze: Pour all ingredients into a small saucepan and let cook on stove on medium heat until sugar dissolves. Remove bread from pans and pour glaze over warm bread. Use knife or spatula to bring the glaze that has run off up and over the warm bread until it stays on.