Breakfast is the best meal of the day. Fill your plate with muffins, pancakes, waffles, eggs in a never ending variety of styles, sausage, bacon, ham.
Crepes are like very thin pancakes typically filled with cheese, ham or bacon, thinly sliced fruit, and/or eggs. Crepes are very popular in France and originated in the region of Brittany, where they are made with buckwheat flour.
Here is a healthy and delicious version of wholesome pancakes that contains crystallized ginger. The flavor of blueberries match wonderfully with ginger but plain maple syrup is good too.
Homemade granola is so much better than the variety in the store, and so easy to make. Granola makes a great snack (even kids like it) or breakfast cereal. Plus it tends to be on the healthy side with oats and nuts and naturally sweetened with dried fruit, honey and maple syrup. Good stuff to keep on hand in the pantry.
Quiche is a wonderful baked dish based on an egg custard with vegetables and/or meat. The crust is typically pastry but here we're substituting potatoes for a delicious twist. Potatoes and leeks are a classic combination. Mushrooms add a nice earthy flavor.
Eggs Benedict is a classic egg dish of poached eggs, ham and hollandaise sauce. Hollandaise sauce can be a little tricky but there's no substitute for homemade. The key is heat. Too hot and you get scrambled eggs. Using a double boiler or a bowl over steaming water helps control the heat.
Fresh peaches with eggs combined with herbs and spices, a little spinach and muenster cheese make a wonderful and hearty breakfast.
Here is a sinfully rich and sweet recipe for French toast. Perfect for special occasions or Sunday brunch. Easy to make.
Swedish pancakes are one of Sweden's best-known food exports. Served with sprinkled sugar, lingonberry preserve and sour cream, they are traditionally eaten as a dessert on Thursdays with yellow pea soup (page 7). Swedish pancakes are essentially a crêpe, eaten sweet for breakfast or dessert or savory for supper with assorted fillings. They may be made the size of a crêpe or a silver dollar.
Not your ordinary pancakes! Oatmeal apple pancakes are chewy, nutty, and sweet. Full of flavor, both adults and kids will love this morning treat. They're also more nutritious than your typical pancakes. This simple recipe is destined to be a family favorite.
Gingerbread waffles are a wonderful treat for that special occasion or weekend brunch. The enticing aroma will fill your kitchen with hungry guests. Add some fresh apple vanilla bean compote and you have a gourmet breakfast that belongs in the best restaurants. This easy recipe will surely impress your guests or family. Scrumptious!
Breakfast is the best meal of the day. Especially when you have food like this! Slightly decadent, this stuffed French toast is not for everyday. Fresh summer peaches and ripe strawberries are a perfect combination when combined with cream cheese for this wonderful breakfast treat.
