Saturday: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner one big menu of breakfast as its easier to have and to make.
- Katherine Victoria Vananderland
- Sep 16, 2021
- 9 min read
Creamy Strawberry Crepes
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.
My husband wanted bacon and eggs; I wanted a BLT. We settled our standoff with an irresistible sandwich we've had many times since. —Patti Darwin, Lubbock, Texas
Bacon, Egg & Avocado Sandwiches
Total Time Prep/Total Time: 25 min. Makes 2 servings
My husband wanted bacon and eggs; I wanted a BLT. We settled our standoff with an irresistible sandwich we've had many times since. —Patti Darwin, Lubbock, Texas
Ingredients
2 bacon strips, halved crosswise
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons Greek Yogurt Vanilla w/Honey
4 slices sourdough bread, toasted
1/2 medium ripe avocado, peeled and sliced
Optional: 2 slices Gouda cheese separated into rings
2 teaspoons butter, softened
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Directions
In a large nonstick skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain. Pour off drippings.
In same skillet, break eggs, 1 at a time, into pan; immediately reduce heat to low. Cook until whites are completely set and yolks begin to thicken. Remove from heat; sprinkle with garlic salt and pepper.
Spread Miracle Whip over 2 slices of toast. Top with bacon, eggs, tomato, avocado and, if desired, cheese and onion. Spread butter over remaining 2 slices of toast; place over top.
HEALTH TIP:Avocados are known for their healthy monounsaturated fat, but they are also a good source of vitamins C, K and E plus most B vitamins.
Nutrition Facts
1 sandwich: 448 calories, 23g fat (7g saturated fat), 209mg cholesterol, 864mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 4g fiber), 18g protein.
These kabobs are fun, different and delicious, plus they go well with any egg dish. —Bobi Raab, St. Paul, Minnesota
Total Time Prep/Total Time: 20 min.
Makes 5 servings
Ingredients
1 package (7 ounces) frozen fully cooked breakfast sausage links, thawed
1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks, drained
10 medium fresh mushrooms
2 tablespoons butter, melted
Maple syrup
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Directions
Cut sausages in half; on five metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread sausages, pineapple and mushrooms. Brush with butter and syrup.
Grill, uncovered, over medium heat, turning and basting with syrup, for 8 minutes or until sausages are lightly browned and fruit is heated through.
Nutrition Facts 1 skewer: 246 calories, 20g fat (8g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 431mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein.
I love this recipe. It may not be your typical breakfast, but it has all the right elements. Plus, it’s easy, healthy and fast. Just turn your favorite omelet ingredients into a morning salad! —Pauline Custer, Duluth, Minnesota
Total Time Prep/Total Time: 25 min. Makes 4 servings
Ingredients
8 cups fresh baby spinach
1 cup chopped tomatoes
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1-1/2 cups chopped fully cooked ham
1 small onion, chopped
1 small green pepper, chopped
4 large eggs
Lemons optional for the salad
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Arrange spinach and tomatoes on a platter; set aside. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat. Add ham, onion and green pepper; saute until ham is heated through and vegetables are tender, 5-7 minutes. Spoon over spinach and tomatoes.
In same skillet, heat remaining olive oil over medium heat. Break eggs, 1 at a time, into a small cup, then gently slide into skillet. Immediately reduce heat to low; season with salt and pepper. To prepare sunny-side up eggs, cover pan and cook until whites are completely set and yolks thicken but are not hard. Top salad with fried eggs.
TEST KITCHEN TIPJust about any omelet can be turned into a salad. It's time to get creative. Nutrition Facts 1 serving: 229 calories, 14g fat (3g saturated fat), 217mg cholesterol, 756mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 fat, 1 vegetable.
Slow cookers aren't just for making dinner. I make this often if we're having company overnight. With just a little planning and not much work, I can prep it the night before and have a lovely breakfast waiting in the morning. —Barb Keith, Eau Claire, Wisconsin
Total Time Prep: 20 min. Cook: 4 hours Makes 10 servings
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
2 Tablespoons Butter for the pan
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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.
Dad's Blueberry Buttermilk Pancake Dad’s Blueberry Buttermilk Pancakes
Total Time Prep: 15 min. + standing Cook: 10 min./batch Makes 12 pancakes
My dad makes blueberry pancakes for us every Saturday without fail. The combination of oats, cornmeal and buttermilk in the batter gives the pancakes heartiness we can't resist. —Gabrielle Short, Pleasant Hill, Iowa
Legend has it that poached eggs on an English muffin started at Delmonico’s in New York. Here’s my take on this brunch classic, and don’t spare the hollandaise. —Barbara Pletzke, Herndon, Virginia
Total Time Prep/Total Time: 30 min. Makes 8 servings
Ingredients
4 large egg yolks
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3/4 cup butter, melted
assembly:
8 large eggs
4 English muffins, split and toasted
8 slices Canadian bacon, warmed
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Directions
For hollandaise sauce, in top of a double boiler or a metal bowl over simmering water, whisk egg yolks, water and lemon juice until blended; cook until mixture is just thick enough to coat a metal spoon and temperature reaches 160°, whisking constantly. Remove from heat. Very slowly drizzle in warm melted butter, whisking constantly. Whisk in pepper. Transfer to a small bowl if necessary. Place bowl in a larger bowl of warm water. Keep warm, stirring occasionally, until ready to serve, up to 30 minutes.
Place 2-3 in. of water in a large saucepan or skillet with high sides. Bring to a boil; adjust heat to maintain a gentle simmer. Break 1 egg into a small bowl; holding bowl close to surface of water, slip egg into water. Repeat with 3 more eggs.
Cook, uncovered, 2-4 minutes or until whites are completely set and yolks begin to thicken but are not hard. Using a slotted spoon, lift eggs out of water. Repeat with remaining 4 eggs.
Top each muffin half with a slice of bacon, a poached egg and 2 tablespoons sauce; sprinkle with paprika. Serve immediately.
EGGS BENEDICT WITH HOMEMADE HOLLANDAISE TIPS What goes well with eggs Benedict? There’s so much that goes well with eggs Benedict. Try serving it with a side of home fries and sauteed spinach, or even a light frisee salad to cut the richness of the sauce. Most brunch foods can pair wonderfully with this versatile dish!Is hollandaise sauce safe to eat? Hollandaise sauce is safe to eat because the raw egg is cooked over a double-boiler till it reaches the temperature of 160 degrees, which is the FDA requirement to consider safe to eat.Why do they call it eggs Benedict? There are a few different theories as to why we call this dish eggs Benedict, but looking into the history of eggs Benedict, we learned Benedict is the last name of the customer who first ordered this delicious dish. Research contributed by Sarah Fischer, Taste of Home Culinary Assistant Nutrition Facts 1 serving: 345 calories, 26g fat (14g saturated fat), 331mg cholesterol, 522mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 13g protein.
This tasty combo of fresh fruit and creamy orange-kissed yogurt is guaranteed to disappear fast from your breakfast table. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Ingredients
4-1/2 cups cut-up fresh fruit (pears, apples, bananas, grapes, etc.)
3/4 cup mandarin orange, vanilla or lemon yogurt
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
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Directions
Divide fruit among 6 individual serving bowls. Combine the yogurt, honey, orange zest and extract; spoon over the fruit.
Nutrition Facts 3/4 cup: 97 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 22mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 1 fruit, 1/2 starch.
We lightened up biscuits and gravy to curb our guilt for eating them the day after having pancakes. Here’s a terrific homemade recipe for brunch guests. —Ian Cliffe, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Makeover Biscuits & Gravy
Total Time Prep: 25 min. Cook: 20 min. Makes 6 servings
Ingredients
1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour
2/3 cup whole wheat flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons cold butter
1 cup buttermilk
gravy:
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/2 pound bulk chicken sausage
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme
2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 cup 2% milk
This cheesy, full-of-flavor omelet is modeled after one I tasted and loved in a local restaurant. Mine is so hearty and rich-tasting that no one will guess it's lower in fat. —Bernice Morris, Marshfield, Missouri
French Omelet
Total Time Prep/Total Time: 20 min. Makes 2 servings
Ingredients
2 large eggs
4 large egg whites
1/4 cup fat-free milk
1/4 cup cubed fully cooked ham
1 tablespoon chopped onion
1 tablespoon chopped green pepper
1/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
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Directions
Whisk together first 5 ingredients.
Place a 10-in. skillet coated with cooking spray over medium heat. Pour in egg mixture. Mixture should set immediately at edges. As eggs set, push cooked portions toward the center, letting uncooked eggs flow underneath. When eggs are thickened and no liquid egg remains, top 1 half with remaining ingredients. Fold omelet in half. Cut in half to serve.
Nutrition Facts 1/2 omelet: 186 calories, 9g fat (4g saturated fat), 207mg cholesterol, 648mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 0 fiber), 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 fat.
I created this waffle recipe to recapture the memorable tropical tastes we enjoyed while visiting Hawaii. —Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon
Hawaiian Waffles
Total Time Prep/Total Time: 30 min. Makes 16 (4-inch) waffles
Ingredients
1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1/4 cup pineapple juice
waffles:
2 cups all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs, separated, room temperature
1 cup whole milk
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, well drained
1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/4 cup chopped macadamia nuts
Additional chopped macadamia nuts, toasted, optional
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Directions
In a large saucepan, combine the first 5 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, until sauce begins to thicken, 12-15 minutes; set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar and salt. Combine egg yolks, milk and butter; stir into dry ingredients just until combined. Stir in pineapple, coconut and nuts. Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form; fold into batter (batter will be thick).
Preheat waffle maker. Fill and bake according to manufacturer's directions. Serve with pineapple sauce and additional nuts if desired.
Nutrition Facts 2 each: 446 calories, 14g fat (8g saturated fat), 73mg cholesterol, 495mg sodium, 76g carbohydrate (43g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein.
Start your day with a smile. This fruit, yogurt and granola parfait is so easy to make. If you like, use whatever favorite fresh fruits are in season and are looking best at the supermarket. —Diana Laskaris, Chicago, Illinois
Rise and Shine Parfait
Total Time Prep/Total: 15 min. Makes 4 servings
Ingredients
4 cups fat-free vanilla yogurt
2 medium peaches, chopped
2 cups fresh blackberries
1/2 cup granola without raisins or Kashi Go Lean Crunch cereal
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Directions
Layer half the yogurt, peaches, blackberries and granola into 4 parfait glasses. Repeat layers.
Nutrition Facts 1 serving: 259 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 7mg cholesterol, 6mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (27g sugars, 7g fiber), 13g protein.
The ultimate breakfast at our house is French toast with warm bananas and Nutella. Pass it around with confectioners' sugar, maple syrup and fresh mint. —Charlene Chambers, Ormond Beach, Florida
Ingredients
8 slices French bread (1/2 inch thick)
1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup Nutella
4 teaspoons brown sugar
4 large eggs
1 cup 2% milk
1/4 cup hazelnut liqueur
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 tablespoons butter
Optional toppings: Confectioners' sugar, maple syrup, fresh mint leaves, additional banana slices and additional Nutella
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Directions
On each of 4 bread slices, spread cream cheese and Nutella to within 1/2 in. of edges. Top with banana slices, brown sugar and remaining bread. In a shallow bowl, whisk eggs, milk, liqueur, cinnamon and vanilla.
In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat butter over medium-low heat. Dip both sides of sandwiches in egg mixture, allowing each side to soak 30 seconds. Place sandwiches in skillet; toast until golden brown, 4-5 minutes on each side. If desired, serve with toppings.
Nutrition Facts 1 stuffed French toast: 469 calories, 23g fat (10g saturated fat), 221mg cholesterol, 340mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (29g sugars, 3g fiber), 13g protein.
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