Monday: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Katherine Victoria Vananderland
- Oct 17, 2021
- 10 min read
Creamy Strawberry Crepes
Creamy Strawberry Crepes
6 reviews
Test Kitchen Approved
Total Time
Prep: 15 min. + chilling Cook: 25 min.
Makes
7 servings
Take summer-ripe strawberries plus a creamy filling and tuck them into these delicate crepes for an elegant brunch entree. —Kathy Kochiss, Huntington, Connecticut
Ingredients
4 large eggs
1 cup 2% milk
1 cup water
2 tablespoons butter, melted
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
filling:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1-1/4 cups confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 cups fresh strawberries, sliced, divided
1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped
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Directions
In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, water and butter. In another bowl, mix flour and salt; add to egg mixture and mix well. Refrigerate, covered, 1 hour.
Heat a lightly greased 8-in. nonstick skillet over medium heat. Stir batter. Fill a 1/4-cup measure halfway with batter; pour into center of pan. Quickly lift and tilt pan to coat bottom evenly. Cook until top appears dry; turn crepe over and cook until bottom is cooked, 15-20 seconds longer. Remove to a wire rack. Repeat with remaining batter, greasing pan as needed. When cool, stack crepes between pieces of waxed paper or paper towels.
For filling, in a small bowl, beat cream cheese, confectioners' sugar, lemon juice and zest, and vanilla until smooth. Fold in 2 cups berries and the whipped cream. Spoon about 1/3 cup filling down the center of each crepe; roll up. Garnish with remaining berries and, if desired, additional confectioner's sugar. Cover and refrigerate or freeze remaining crepes in an airtight container, unfilled, for another use.
Nutrition Facts 2 crepes: 415 calories, 26g fat (16g saturated fat), 115mg cholesterol, 163mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (28g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein.
I like cooking with buttermilk. These golden buttermilk waffles are my husband's favorite breakfast, so we enjoy them often. They're as easy to prepare as regular waffles, but their unique taste makes them exceptional.
Buttermilk Pecan Waffles
Total Time Prep: 10 min. Cook: 5 min./batch Makes 7 waffles
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups buttermilk
4 large eggs, room temperature
1/2 cup butter, melted
3 tablespoons chopped pecans
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Directions
In a large bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. In another bowl, whisk buttermilk and eggs until blended. Add to dry ingredients; stir just until moistened. Stir in butter.
Pour about 3/4 cup batter onto a lightly greased preheated waffle maker. Sprinkle with a few pecans. Bake according to manufacturer's directions until golden brown. Repeat with remaining batter and pecans.
Nutrition Facts 1 waffle: 337 calories, 19g fat (10g saturated fat), 159mg cholesterol, 762mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 10g protein.
When I host my friends, this comforting strata is my go-to recipe. I created it in winter to help me get through the snowstorms and shoveling. —Linda Dalton, Stoughton, Massachusetts
Ingredients
6 bacon strips, chopped
2 medium onions, chopped
4 large eggs
1-3/4 cups 2% milk or half-and-half cream
2 tablespoons butter, melted
8 cups cubed Italian bread
1 cup fresh baby kale or spinach
1/2 cup shredded fontina cheese
1/4 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
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Directions
In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium-low heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Discard drippings, reserving 2 tablespoons in pan.
Add onions to drippings; cook and stir over medium-high heat 2-4 minutes or until softened. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook 20-30 minutes or until deep golden brown, stirring occasionally.
In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, melted butter, mustard, salt and pepper until blended. Stir in bread, kale, cheeses, caramelized onions and bacon. Transfer to a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Refrigerate, covered, 1 hour or overnight.
Preheat oven to 325°. Remove strata from refrigerator while oven heats. Bake, uncovered, 40-45 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts 1 piece: 391 calories, 22g fat (10g saturated fat), 167mg cholesterol, 886mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 2g fiber), 17g protein.
My neighbor shared more zucchini from his garden than I knew what to do with. He loved this recipe—it's great for brunch or a special breakfast. —Darcy Kennedy, Hendersonvlle, North Carolina
Total Time Prep/Total Time: 30 min.
Makes 4 servings
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium red potatoes (about 1/2 lb.), cut into 1/4-inch cubes
1 medium onion, chopped
2 small zucchini, shredded (about 3 cups)
4 frozen fully cooked breakfast sausage links, thawed and cut into 1/2-inch slices
1/2 cup chopped roasted sweet red peppers
6 cherry tomatoes, quartered
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
4 large eggs
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Directions
In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add potatoes and onion; cook and stir 4-6 minutes or until potatoes are crisp-tender. Stir in zucchini and sausage; cook 4-6 minutes longer or until the vegetables are tender.
Gently stir in red peppers, tomatoes, salt and pepper; sprinkle with cheese. With back of spoon, make four wells in potato mixture; break an egg into each well. Reduce heat to medium. Cook, covered, 4-6 minutes or until egg whites are completely set and yolks begin to thicken but are not hard.
Nutrition Facts 1 serving: 316 calories, 22g fat (7g saturated fat), 209mg cholesterol, 552mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 14g protein.
When we were kids, our mom tucked homegrown Swiss chard inside this comfy casserole. Now I grow the chard, make the dish and savor the memories. —Cathy Banks, Encinitas, California
Ingredients Total Time Prep: 25 min. Bake: 1 hour
Makes 8 servings
***Make Two Without Turkey Sausage Links*** You could cut this recipe into 16 with smaller slices I think.
1 package (19-1/2 ounces) Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed
2 tablespoon butter
1 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
3 cups thinly sliced Swiss chard
1/4 cup white wine
3 garlic cloves, minced
9 large eggs
1-1/4 cups 2% milk
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan or shredded fontina cheese
Minced fresh parsley
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Directions
Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat 5-7 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles. Using a slotted spoon, transfer sausage to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, spreading evenly. Remove drippings from pan.
In same skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms; cook and stir until tender, 3-5 minutes. Add Swiss chard, wine and garlic; cook and stir until chard is tender and liquid is almost evaporated, 1-2 minutes longer. Add to baking dish.
In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salt and pepper until blended; pour over vegetable mixture. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
Bake, uncovered, 45 minutes. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Bake until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 10-15 minutes longer. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with parsley.
Nutrition Facts 1 piece: 248 calories, 15g fat (6g saturated fat), 253mg cholesterol, 640mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 21g protein.
Tender pancakes are filled with minced apple and raisin, and drizzled with apple cider syrup. They're wonderful in the summer or on a cool fall morning. —April Harmon, Greeneville, Tennessee
Total Time Prep/Total Time: 30 min.
Makes 6 pancakes (2/3 cup syrup)
Ingredients
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup whole wheat flour
2 teaspoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2/3 cup finely chopped peeled apple
1/4 cup raisins
2/3 cup buttermilk
1 large egg, separated
2 teaspoons butter, melted
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
syrup:
1/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons cornstarch
2/3 cup apple cider or juice
1 cinnamon stick (1-1/2 inches)
Dash ground nutmeg
Additional butter, optional
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Directions
In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients; stir in apple and raisins. Combine the buttermilk, egg yolk, butter and vanilla; stir into dry ingredients. In a small bowl, beat egg white until soft peaks form; fold into batter.
Pour batter by heaping 1/4 cupfuls onto a hot greased griddle; turn when bubbles form on top. Cook until the second side is lightly browned.
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and cider until smooth; add cinnamon stick. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Discard cinnamon stick. Stir nutmeg into syrup. Serve pancakes with warm syrup and, if desired, additional butter.
Nutrition Facts 3 pancakes with 1/3 cup syrup: 492 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 116mg cholesterol, 605mg sodium, 101g carbohydrate (58g sugars, 4g fiber), 12g protein.
I absolutely love this slow-cooked oatmeal. The steel-cut oats have so much flavor and texture. My family sprinkles toasted pecans on top whenever possible. —Angela Lively, Conroe, Texas
Total Time Prep: 10 min. Cook: 6 hours
Makes 8 servings
Ingredients
1-1/2 cups steel-cut oats
6 cups water
1-1/2 cups unsweetened applesauce
1/4 cup maple syrup
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 large apple, chopped
Optional: Sliced apples, toasted pecans and additional maple syrup
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Directions
In a 4-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 7 ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until liquid is absorbed. Stir in chopped apple. If desired, top servings with apple slices, pecans and syrup.
TEST KITCHEN TIPSKeep an eye on this as it nears the end of cooking to prevent overcooking at the edges, especially if your slow cooker runs hot. It's important in this recipe to use steel-cut oats, which need to cook longer than rolled oats. You might find them labeled as Irish oats. Health tipBoost protein with a dollop of vanilla Greek yogurt (it will help you stay full longer). Nutrition Facts 1-1/4 cups: 171 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 39mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 4g fiber), 4g protein.
This fruit salad is a tradition on my Christmas table. It goes together quickly, which is a plus on such a busy day. —Rousheen Arel Wolf, Delta Junction, Alaska
Total Time Prep/Total Time: 25 min.
Makes 14 serving
Ingredients
1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries
3/4 cup water
1/2 cup sugar
5 medium apples, diced
A whole Pineapple Carved out into a boat for the fruit
1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries, thawed
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, undrained
1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries, thawed
3/4 cup fresh strawberries, halved
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Directions
In a large saucepan, combine the cranberries, water and sugar. Cook and stir over medium heat until berries pop, about 15 minutes. Remove from the heat; cool slightly.
In a large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Add cranberry mixture; stir gently. Refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts 3/4 cup: 105 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 2mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (21g sugars, 4g fiber), 1g protein.
The aroma of this when it's cooking at breakfast time takes me back to my days growing up in Pennsylvania. The recipe was a favorite at home and at church breakfasts. —Marion Lowery, Medford, Oregon
Ingredients
3/4 pound bulk pork sausage ***Optional*** Make 2 without
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
4 tablespoons butter, divided
1/2 cup diced apple, unpeeled
3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon ground sage
3 cups water, divided
3/4 cup cornmeal
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Maple syrup
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Directions
In a large skillet, cook sausage and onion over medium-high heat until sausage is no longer pink and onion is tender. Remove from skillet; set aside.
Discard all but 2 tablespoons drippings. Add 2 tablespoons butter, apple, thyme, sage and pepper to drippings; cook over low heat until apple is tender, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in sausage mixture. Set aside.
In a large heavy saucepan, bring 2 cups water to a boil. Combine cornmeal, salt and remaining water; slowly pour into boiling water, stirring constantly. Return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Stir in sausage mixture. Pour into a greased 8x4-in. loaf pan. Refrigerate, covered, for 8 hours or overnight.
Slice 1/2 in. thick. Sprinkle flour over both sides of each slice. In a large skillet, heat remaining butter over medium heat. Add slices; cook until both sides are browned. Serve with syrup.
Nutrition Facts 1 piece: 251 calories, 18g fat (7g saturated fat), 44mg cholesterol, 667mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein.
Wedges of crispy Hash Brown Apple Pancake make a fast and fabulous side dish the whole family will savor. Laced with onions, chives and Swiss cheese, they take only minutes and would go well with all kinds of entrees.—Susan Hein, Burlington, Wisconsin
Total Time Prep/Total Time: 20 min. Makes 4 servings
Ingredients
1-1/4 cups frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed
1/2 cup finely chopped apple
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 large egg white
1 tablespoon minced fresh chives
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons butter, divided
2 tablespoons canola oil, divided
1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese
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Directions
In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. In a large nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon butter and 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat.
Spread half of the potato mixture evenly in pan; sprinkle with cheese. Top with remaining potato mixture, pressing gently into skillet. Cook 5 minutes or until bottom is browned.
Carefully invert pancake onto a plate. Heat remaining butter and oil in same pan. Slide pancake into skillet, browned side up. Cook 5 minutes longer or until bottom is browned and cheese is melted. Slide pancake onto a plate; cut into four wedges.
Nutrition Facts 1 wedge: 199 calories, 16g fat (7g saturated fat), 27mg cholesterol, 241mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein.
I prepare homemade granola ahead of time—it makes these yogurt treats special. —Julie Merriman, Seattle, Washington
Ingredients
1/2 cup pomegranate juice
1 tablespoon sugar
3/4 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon each ground cardamom, cinnamon and allspice
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups old-fashioned oats
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup coarsely chopped cashews
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
parfaits:
4 cups fat-free plain Greek yogurt
6 tablespoons honey, divided
1 tablespoon grated lime zest
2 tablespoons lime juice
3 cups chopped Honeycrisp apples (about 2 large)
1 cup pomegranate seeds
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Directions
Preheat oven to 325°. In a small saucepan, combine pomegranate juice, sugar and lemon juice. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half. Stir in butter and brown sugar until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat; stir in salt, spices and vanilla.
In a large bowl, combine oats, coconut and cashews. Drizzle with pomegranate juice mixture; toss to combine. Transfer to a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan, spreading evenly.
Bake 20-25 minutes or until lightly browned, stirring halfway. Cool on a wire rack. When completely cooled, stir in cranberries and chocolate chips.
For parfaits, in a bowl, mix yogurt, 4 tablespoons honey, lime zest and lime juice until blended. To serve, layer 1/4 cup yogurt mixture, 2 tablespoons granola, 3 tablespoons chopped apple and 1 tablespoon pomegranate seeds in each of 8 parfait glasses. Repeat layers. (Save remaining granola for another use; store in an airtight container.)
Drizzle parfaits with remaining honey. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts 1 parfait: 440 calories, 15g fat (8g saturated fat), 7mg cholesterol, 236mg sodium, 64g carbohydrate (45g sugars, 5g fiber), 20g protein.
This is baked stuffed French toast casserole a great breakfast dish to make ahead for holidays or Sunday brunch. I run a bed and breakfast and tea room cafe, and this recipe is often requested by customers. —Kay Clark, Lawrenceburg, Kentucky
Total Time Prep: 20 min. + chilling Bake: 35 min. Makes 6 servings
Ingredients
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter, cubed
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
1 cup chopped pecans
12 slices Italian bread (1/2 inch thick)
2 large tart apples, peeled and thinly sliced
6 large eggs
1-1/2 cups milk
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
caramel sauce:
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 tablespoon light corn syrup
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Directions
In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar, butter and corn syrup; cook and stir over medium heat until thickened. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; top with half of the pecans, a single layer of bread and remaining pecans. Arrange apples and remaining bread over the top.
In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, cinnamon, vanilla, salt and nutmeg. Pour over bread. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until lightly browned.
In a small saucepan, combine the sauce ingredients. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened. Serve with French toast.
Nutrition Facts 1 serving: 854 calories, 46g fat (19g saturated fat), 282mg cholesterol, 722mg sodium, 102g carbohydrate (72g sugars, 5g fiber), 14g protein.
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