Lunch for the Original Copy Officer Captains and OCS of 270,036 for 4/26/212
- Katherine Victoria Vananderland
- Apr 25, 2021
- 5 min read
Today, we sit back to remember the piano music from the hands of Danny Wright would play as we lay asleep in our bed for the night. You remember your mother writing poetry to Danny Wright and all of that stuff is in the storage locker right now I have to call over to Eden Prairie Metro Storage and find out if my locker is still my locker. I am so happy you are able to remember me you are going to grow up and I am going to be a part of the rest of your years I am not waiting till your 18 to be with you. This is a brunch as I found a Mothers day brunch list of food and these were the other items that I thought you might enjoy as, I know you love breakfast foods.
I use canned goods and my slow cooker to whip up an old-fashioned treat that’s loaded with sweet fruits. It makes a cozy dessert or even a change-of-pace side dish for large parties. —Mary Ann Jonns, Midlothian, Illinois
Ingredients
2 cans (29 ounces each) sliced peaches, drained
2 cans (29 ounces each) pear halves, drained and sliced
1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks, drained
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) apricot halves, drained and sliced
1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling
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Directions
In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the peaches, pears, pineapple and apricots. Top with pie filling. Cover and cook on high for 2 hours or until heated through. Serve with a slotted spoon.
Nutrition Facts 1/2 cup: 190 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 18mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (34g sugars, 3g fiber), 1g protein.
Would you like breakfast ready for you when the sun comes up? If so, try my hot cereal. It's so simple—just place the ingredients in the slow cooker and turn it on before you go to bed. In the morning, enjoy a healthy, warm and satisfying dish. —Geraldine Saucier, Albuquerque, New Mexico
Ingredients
4 cups vanilla almond milk
1 cup steel-cut oats
1 cup dried cherries
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Additional almond milk, optional
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Directions
In a 3-qt. slow cooker coated with cooking spray, combine all ingredients. Cook, covered, on low until oats are tender, 7-8 hours.
Stir before serving. If desired, serve with additional milk.
Health Tip: Nutritionally, steel cut oats are about the same as rolled oats, so take your pick. Skip instant oatmeal mixes, which have a lot of added sugar.
Editor's Note
Steel-cut oats are also known as Scotch oats or Irish oatmeal.
Nutrition Facts 3/4 cup: 276 calories, 4g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 306mg sodium, 57g carbohydrate (35g sugars, 4g fiber), 5g protein.
Because we love cinnamon rolls, I created a slow-cooker recipe to make for a weekend breakfast or brunch. This is a delectable, no-fuss recipe and perfect for company and family. —Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas
Ingredients
2 tubes (12.4 ounces each) refrigerated cinnamon rolls with icing, cut into quarters
1/2 cup chopped toasted pecans, divided
1/2 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips, divided
1/2 cup evaporated milk
3 tablespoons maple syrup
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
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Directions
Place half of the cinnamon roll pieces in a greased 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup pecans and 1/4 cup chocolate chips. In a small bowl, whisk the milk, syrup, vanilla and cinnamon until blended; pour over rolls. Top with remaining cinnamon roll pieces and remaining chocolate chips. Top with 1 packet of icing.
For topping, mix flour, brown sugar and pie spice; cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in remaining pecans. Sprinkle over icing. Cook, covered, on low 2-1/2 to 3 hours or until rolls are set. Remove crock insert to a cooling rack and top with remaining icing. Serve warm.
Test Kitchen tipsYou'll love this ooey gooey breakfast treat that's almost like bread pudding. The topping melts into the casserole, adding a sweet, spiced pecan layer.
Nutrition Facts 1 serving: 492 calories, 25g fat (11g saturated fat), 28mg cholesterol, 638mg sodium, 65g carbohydrate (36g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
My overnight eggs and veggies make a hearty breakfast for those who have to rush out the door. I use sliced potatoes, but frozen potatoes work, too. —Kimberly Clark-Thiry, Anchor Point, Alaska
Ingredients
4 pounds potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced (about 8 cups)
1 medium green pepper, finely chopped
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 medium onion, finely chopped
8 large eggs
1 cup water
1 cup 2% milk
1-1/4 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
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Directions
In a greased 6-qt. slow cooker, layer the first 5 ingredients. In a large bowl, whisk the next 5 ingredients; pour over top. Sprinkle with cheese. Cook, covered, on low until potatoes are tender and eggs are set, 7-9 hours.
Nutrition Facts 1-1/2 cups: 354 calories, 15g fat (7g saturated fat), 217mg cholesterol, 668mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 4g fiber), 19g protein.
This saucy casserole allows you to enjoy all the rich, traditional flavor of Cordon Bleu with less effort. It's a snap to layer the ingredients and let them cook all afternoon. Just toss a salad to make this meal complete. —Dorothy Witmer Ephrata, Pennsylvania
Ingredients
2 large eggs
2 cups whole milk, divided
1/2 cup butter, melted
1/2 cup chopped celery
1 teaspoon finely chopped onion
8 slices bread, cubed
12 slices deli ham, chopped
2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
2-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
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Directions
In a large bowl, whisk eggs and 1-1/2 cups milk. Add butter, celery and onion; stir in bread cubes.
Place half of the mixture in a greased 3-qt. slow cooker; top with half of the ham, cheese and chicken. Combine soup and remaining milk; pour half over chicken. Repeat layers.
Cook, covered, on low 4-5 hours or until a thermometer inserted into bread mixture reads 160°.
Nutrition Facts 1 cup: 659 calories, 41g fat (21g saturated fat), 219mg cholesterol, 1258mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 2g fiber), 43g protein.
Your slow cooker can be your best friend on a busy morning. Just get this recipe going, run some errands and come back to the smell of French toast ready to eat. —Elizabeth Lorenz, Peru, Indiana
Ingredients
8 large eggs
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1/3 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup 2% milk
1/3 cup maple syrup
1 loaf (1 pound) French bread, cubed
1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
12 ounces cream cheese, cubed
BLUEBERRY SYRUP:
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup cold water
3/4 cup fresh or frozen blueberries, divided
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon lemon juice
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Directions
In a large bowl, whisk eggs, yogurt, sour cream, vanilla and cinnamon. Gradually whisk in milk and maple syrup until blended.
Place half of the bread in a greased 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker; layer with half of the blueberries, cream cheese and egg mixture. Repeat layers. Refrigerate, covered, overnight.
Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking. Cook, covered, on low 3-4 hours or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
For syrup, in a small saucepan, mix sugar and cornstarch; stir in water until smooth. Stir in 1/4 cup blueberries. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until berries pop, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in butter, lemon juice and remaining berries. Serve warm with French toast.
Editor's Note
If using frozen blueberries, use without thawing to avoid discoloring the batter.
Nutrition Facts 1 cup with about 2 tablespoons sauce: 390 calories, 17g fat (9g saturated fat), 182mg cholesterol, 371mg sodium, 49g carbohydrate (28g sugars, 2g fiber), 12g protein.
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