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- Katherine Victoria Vananderland
- Apr 11, 2021
- 11 min read
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Orange Juice Spritzer
Ingredients
4 cups orange juice
1 liter ginger ale, chilled
1/4 cup maraschino cherry juice
Optional: Orange wedges and maraschino cherries
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Directions
In a 2-qt. pitcher, mix orange juice, ginger ale and cherry juice. Serve over ice. If desired, top servings with orange wedges and cherries.
Nutrition Facts 1 cup: 103 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 9mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
Ingredients
1 package (17.3 ounces) frozen puff pastry, thawed
4 large eggs, divided use
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons half-and-half cream, divided
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon onion flakes
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1-1/2 cups shredded Gruyere cheese
1-1/2 cups chopped fresh spinach
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
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Directions
Preheat oven to 400°. On a lightly floured surface, unfold puff pastry. Roll each sheet into a 12-in. square; cut each into 9 squares. Place in ungreased muffin cups, pressing gently onto bottoms and up sides, allowing corners to point up.
In a small bowl, whisk 3 eggs, 1 cup cream, thyme and seasonings. In another bowl, combine cheese, spinach, red pepper and bacon; divide among pastry cups. Pour egg mixture over cheese mixture.
In a small bowl, whisk remaining egg with remaining 2 tablespoons cream; brush over pastry edges. Bake 15-18 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks. Serve warm. Freeze option: Cover and freeze baked pastries on greased baking sheets until firm. Transfer to resealable freezer containers; return to freezer. To use, reheat frozen pastries on ungreased baking sheets in a preheated 375° oven 17-20 minutes or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts 1 serving: 229 calories, 14g fat (5g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 313mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 8g protein.
Ingredients
8 large eggs
2 cups 2% milk
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup crumbled cooked bacon (about 14 slices)
1 cup cubed fully cooked ham
3/4 cup pineapple tidbits
1 package (12 ounces) Hawaiian sweet rolls, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 cup coarsely crushed french-fried onions
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Directions
In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, Worcestershire sauce and mustard until blended. Stir in cheeses, bacon, ham and pineapple. Gently stir in cubed rolls. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Refrigerate, covered, several hours or overnight.
Preheat oven to 350°. Remove casserole from refrigerator while oven heats. Bake, uncovered, 35-45 minutes or until golden brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, sprinkling with onions halfway through baking. Let stand 5-10 minutes before cutting.
Nutrition Facts 1 piece: 308 calories, 15g fat (7g saturated fat), 167mg cholesterol, 669mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 1g fiber), 21g protein.
Mushroom Broccoli Quiche
Ingredients
Dough for single-crust pie
3 large eggs
2 cups 2% milk
1/8 cup onions
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped fresh broccoli
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
2 green onions, chopped
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
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Directions
Preheat oven to 425°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim crust to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Line unpricked pastry with a double thickness of foil. Fill with pie weights. Bake until light golden brown, 15-20 minutes. Remove foil and weights; bake until golden brown, 3-5 minutes. Cool. Reduce oven setting to 350°.
In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, Worcestershire sauce, salt and cayenne. Stir in broccoli, mushrooms and green onions. Sprinkle cheese over crust; pour egg mixture over cheese. Bake 60-65 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Freeze option: Securely wrap baked and cooled quiche in plastic wrap and foil; freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Unwrap quiche; reheat in oven until heated through and a thermometer inserted in center reads 165°.
Editor's Note
Combine 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour and 1/4 tsp. salt; cut in 1/2 cup cold butter until crumbly. Gradually add 3-5 Tbsp. ice water, tossing with a fork until dough holds together when pressed. Shape into a disk; wrap and refrigerate 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts 1 piece: 290 calories, 19g fat (11g saturated fat), 117mg cholesterol, 408mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 11g protein.
Ingredients
3 teaspoons canola oil, divided
3/4 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 cup finely chopped sweet onion
1 large sweet red pepper, cut into strips
1 large sweet yellow pepper, thin strips
1 medium leek (white portion only), chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
10 slices whole wheat bread, cut into 1-inch pieces
1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
8 large eggs
4 large egg whites
2-1/2 cups fat-free milk
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
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Directions
In a large skillet, heat 1 teaspoon oil over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms; cook and stir until tender, 8-10 minutes. Remove from pan.
In same pan, heat 1 teaspoon oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until golden brown, 6-8 minutes. Remove from pan and add to the mushrooms.
Add remaining oil to pan. Add peppers, leek, salt and pepper; cook and stir until leek is tender, 6-8 minutes. Stir in sauteed mushrooms and onion.
In a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray, layer half of each of the following: bread cubes, vegetable mixture, mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese. Repeat layers. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, egg whites and milk until blended; pour over layers. Sprinkle with basil. Refrigerate, covered, overnight.
Preheat oven to 350°. Remove strata from refrigerator while oven heats.
Bake, covered, 50 minutes. Bake, uncovered, until lightly browned and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 10-15 minutes longer. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts 1 piece: 322 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 201mg cholesterol, 620mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 4g fiber), 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 medium-fat meat, 1-1/2 starch, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat.
Ingredients
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter, melted
3 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided
3 medium tart apples, peeled and sliced (about 3 cups)
1/2 cup dried cranberries
12 slices day-old French bread (1 inch thick)
6 large eggs
1-1/2 cups whole milk
3 teaspoons vanilla extract
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Directions
In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, butter and 1 teaspoon cinnamon; pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with apples and cranberries. Arrange bread slices over fruit. In a small bowl, whisk eggs, milk, vanilla and remaining cinnamon; pour over bread. Refrigerate, covered, overnight.
Preheat oven to 350°. Remove French toast from refrigerator while oven heats. Bake, covered, 40 minutes. Bake, uncovered, 20-25 minutes longer or until golden brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand 5-10 minutes before serving. To serve, invert onto a serving platter.
Nutrition Facts 1 piece: 295 calories, 12g fat (6g saturated fat), 116mg cholesterol, 253mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (28g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g protein.
Ingredients
12 cups cubed French bread (about 12 ounces)
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, cubed
1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce
12 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups 2% milk
1/3 cup maple syrup
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Dash ground nutmeg
Additional maple syrup, optional
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Directions
Arrange half the bread in a single layer in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; top with cream cheese and spoonfuls of cranberry sauce. Top with remaining bread.
In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, 1/3 cup syrup, cinnamon and nutmeg until blended. Pour over casserole. Refrigerate, covered, overnight.
Remove casserole from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake, uncovered, until a knife inserted in center comes out clean, 50-60 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. If desired, serve with additional maple syrup.
Nutrition Facts 1 serving: 375 calories, 19g fat (10g saturated fat), 231mg cholesterol, 382mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 1g fiber), 13g protein.
Ingredients
3-1/2 cups fat-free milk
1 large apple, peeled and chopped
3/4 cup steel-cut oats
3/4 cup raisins
3 tablespoons brown sugar
4-1/2 teaspoons butter, melted
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup chopped pecans
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Directions
In a 3-qt. slow cooker coated with cooking spray, combine the first 8 ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or until liquid is absorbed. Spoon oatmeal into bowls; sprinkle with pecans.
Editor's Note: You may substitute 1-1/2 cups quick-cooking oats for the steel-cut oats and increase the fat-free milk to 4-1/2 cups.
Nutrition Facts 3/4 cup: 289 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 282mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (28g sugars, 4g fiber), 9g protein.
Mediterranean Veggie Brunch Puff
Ingredients
6 large eggs
2 large egg whites
1 cup 2% milk
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
5 cups cubed croissants (about 6 ounces)
3/4 cup chopped roasted sweet red peppers, divided
1/2 cup finely chopped sweet onion
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
3 tablespoons Greek vinaigrette
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Directions
In a large bowl, whisk the first 6 ingredients until blended. Place croissant pieces in a single layer in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish; top with 1/2 cup red pepper, onion and spinach. Pour egg mixture over top. Sprinkle with cheeses. Refrigerate, covered, overnight.
Finely chop remaining red pepper; place in a jar with a tight-fitting lid. Add vinaigrette; shake to combine and refrigerate until serving.
Preheat oven to 350°. Remove casserole from refrigerator while oven heats. Bake, uncovered, 25-30 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand 5-10 minutes before cutting. Serve with vinaigrette mixture. Freeze option: Cover and freeze unbaked casserole and remaining chopped sweet red pepper separately. To use, partially thaw both in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake casserole as directed, increasing time as necessary to heat through and for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°. Combine vinaigrette and chopped sweet red pepper; serve with casserole.
Nutrition Facts 1 piece with 1-1/2 teaspoons vinaigrette mixture: 281 calories, 17g fat (8g saturated fat), 175mg cholesterol, 656mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 14g protein.
Ingredients
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup orange marmalade
1 cup white grape juice
1/2 cup lemon-lime soda
8 large oranges, peeled and sectioned
3 tablespoons slivered almonds, toasted
3 tablespoons sweetened shredded coconut, toasted
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Directions
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar and marmalade; cook and stir until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat. Stir in grape juice and soda. Pour over orange sections; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, overnight.
Using a slotted spoon, remove oranges to a serving dish. Sprinkle with almonds and coconut.
Editor's Note
To toast nuts and coconut, bake in separate shallow pans in a 350° oven for 5-10 minutes or until golden brown, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Facts 1 serving: 234 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 21mg sodium, 55g carbohydrate (49g sugars, 5g fiber), 3g protein.
Ingredients
3 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
3 cups old-fashioned oats
1/2 cup chopped dried apricots
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted
3 large eggs, room temperature
1-1/2 cups fat-free milk
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 cup butter, melted
TOPPINGS:
3 cups vanilla yogurt
1/2 cup apricot preserves, warmed
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Directions
Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, mix first 5 ingredients; stir in oats, apricots and pecans. In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, applesauce and vanilla; gradually whisk in melted butter. Stir into oat mixture.
Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, 25-30 minutes or until set and edges are lightly browned. Cut into 12 portions; serve with toppings. Freeze option: Freeze cooled portions of oatmeal in airtight freezer containers. To use, microwave each portion on high for 20-30 seconds or until heated through. Serve with toppings.
Editor's Note
To toast nuts, bake in a shallow pan in a 350° oven for 5-10 minutes or cook in a skillet over low heat until lightly browned, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Facts 1 piece with 1/4 cup yogurt and 2 teaspoons preserves: 327 calories, 11g fat (4g saturated fat), 60mg cholesterol, 280mg sodium, 52g carbohydrate (33g sugars, 3g fiber), 9g protein.
Ingredients
1/3 cup butter, cubed
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
1 teaspoon Vanilla Greek Yogurt
1/4 teaspoon salt
dash of garlic
1-1/2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
6 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
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Directions
In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth; cook 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk, mustard, salt and pepper sauce. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat to medium-low; stir in cheeses until melted. Transfer to a large bowl.
Separate eggs. Place egg whites in a medium bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, beat egg yolks until thick and lemon-colored, about 4 minutes. Stir in 1/3 cup hot cheese mixture; return all to remaining cheese mixture, stirring constantly. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
Preheat oven to 325°. Place eight ungreased 8-oz. ramekins in a baking pan.
With clean beaters, beat egg whites with cream of tartar on high speed until stiff but not dry. With a rubber spatula, gently stir a fourth of the egg whites into cheese mixture. Fold in remaining whites.
Transfer to prepared ramekins. Add 1 in. of hot water to baking pan. Bake 40-45 minutes or until tops are golden brown. Serve immediately. Freeze option: Securely wrap unbaked souffles with foil and freeze. To use, preheat oven to 325°. Remove foil and place frozen souffles in a baking pan; add 1 in. warm water to larger pan. Bake 60-65 minutes or until heated through and tops are golden brown.
Three-Cheese Souffles Tips Do you need a souffle dish to make souffle? A souffle dish is the most common option, but you could also use jumbo muffin tins or a larger baking dish for a souffle recipe. Lengthen the bake time as needed until the souffle is done (in this case, when the top is golden brown). But since there are so many recipes you can make in ramekins, they are a smart investment for your kitchen.What makes a souffle a souffle? Folding in perfectly beaten egg whites is what makes a souffle a souffle. The egg whites lighten the dish and give souffle its signature airy texture.What do you serve with cheese souffle? Cheese souffle makes an awesome brunch dish. It’s worthy of a special occasion. As a side dish, serve souffle with an easy-to-cook meat such as roast beef or ham. Here are 29 holiday roasts anyone can make. Let the meat rest while your cheese souffles cook. Or, have a cooking partner grill up some gorgeous T-bones while the souffles bake. Research contributed by Christine Rukavena, Taste of Home Book Editor
Nutrition Facts 1 serving: 317 calories, 24g fat (14g saturated fat), 223mg cholesterol, 424mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 0 fiber), 17g protein.
Ingredients
1 pound bulk pork sausage
6 large eggs
2 cups 2% milk
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla Greek yogurt
6 slices white bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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Directions
In a skillet, brown and crumble sausage; drain and set aside. In a large bowl, beat eggs; add milk, salt and mustard. Stir in bread cubes, cheese and sausage.
Pour into a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40 minutes or until a knife inserted in center comes out clean.
Sausage Breakfast Casserole Tips Do you have to brown sausage before putting it into the casserole? It’s not imperative but highly recommended because browning removes excess fat, providing more flavor to the finished product. If you don’t cook the sausage ahead of time, be sure to check that the meat is fully cooked after the 40-minute baking time and bake longer if needed. If you have leftover pork sausage, use it up in these pork sausage recipes.Can the egg casserole be frozen? Yes, you can freeze this egg and sausage casserole. Tightly wrap and freeze the unbaked casserole for up to 3 months (learn how to freeze a casserole the right way!). To bake, completely thaw in the refrigerator for 24 to 36 hours. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 50-60 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Have leftovers? Freeze individual servings of the cooked casserole for an easy morning breakfast by thawing and reheating in the microwave. Follow these other freezer tips to ensure your egg and sausage casserole comes out fresh.
Nutrition Facts 1 serving: 271 calories, 18g fat (7g saturated fat), 151mg cholesterol, 736mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 14g protein.
Ingredients
1 package (30 ounces) frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed
1 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
12 large eggs
1 cup 2% milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon onion flakes
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Directions
In a greased 5-qt. slow cooker, layer a third of each of the following: potatoes, bacon, onion, green pepper and cheese. Repeat layers twice. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salt and pepper; pour over layers.
Cook, covered, on high 30 minutes. Reduce heat to low; cook, covered, until a thermometer reads160°, 3-1/2 to 4 hours.
Nutrition Facts 1 cup: 315 calories, 17g fat (8g saturated fat), 289mg cholesterol, 589mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 20g protein.
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