Sunday: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Katherine Victoria Vananderland
- Sep 11, 2021
- 10 min read
While on a recent trip to Door County, Wisconsin, for a family reunion, I created this yummy recipe using some freshly picked cherries. It was a hit with all ages and everyone was asking for more. —Heather Karow, Burnett, Wisconsin
Ingredients
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons water, divided
1/2 cup fresh or frozen pitted dark sweet cherries, thawed and finely chopped
1 tablespoon cornstarch
WAFFLES:
1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1-1/2 cups buttermilk
2 large eggs, room temperature
1/3 cup Olive oil
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen pitted dark sweet cherries, thawed and chopped
Dark Chocolate chips / White Chocolate Chips
1/2 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips
Additional miniature semisweet chocolate chips, optional
Candied Pecans, Candied Walnuts
Chicken Breasts, halved with 1 Tablespoon Butter and a portabella Mushroom cap stuffed with onions, and garlic, Italian Seasoning
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Directions
Preheat waffle maker. In a small saucepan, cook and stir sugar and 1/2 cup water over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Add cherries; cook and stir until cherries are tender, 3-5 minutes. Mix cornstarch and remaining 2 tablespoons water until smooth; stir into pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Remove and keep warm.
In a large bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, cinnamon and baking soda. In another bowl, whisk buttermilk, eggs, oil and extract until blended. Add to dry ingredients; stir just until moistened. Stir in cherries and chocolate chips. Bake waffles according to manufacturer’s directions until golden brown. Serve with syrup and, if desired, additional chocolate chips.
Freeze option: Cool waffles on wire racks. Freeze between layers of waxed paper in an airtight container. Freeze cherry syrup in a freezer container. To use, partially thaw cherry syrup in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally. Reheat waffles in a toaster on medium setting. Or, microwave each waffle on high until heated through, 30-60 seconds.
Nutrition Facts 2 waffles with 2 tablespoons cherry syrup: 428 calories, 19g fat (4g saturated fat), 64mg cholesterol, 432mg sodium, 59g carbohydrate (33g sugars, 2g fiber), 8g protein.
Preparing this recipe is the best way I know to make sure my family takes time for breakfast. I just call out "pizza's ready!" and amazingly everyone comes to the table. —Rose Koren, Brookfield, Illinois
Ingredients
1 prebaked 12-inch thin pizza crust
6 large eggs
1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepepr
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1 small onion, chopped
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Directions
Preheat oven to 450°. Place crust on a greased pizza pan. Using a 2-1/2-in. biscuit cutter, cut out 6 circles from crust. (Remove circles and save for another use.) Break an egg into each hole. Sprinkle with cheese, bacon, peppers and onion. Bake until eggs are completely set, 8-10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts 1 slice: 355 calories, 18g fat (7g saturated fat), 242mg cholesterol, 578mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 20g protein.
These elegant blintzes can be served as an attractive dessert or a brunch entree. The bright cherry sauce gives them a delightful flavor. I sometimes substitute other fruits, such as raspberries, blueberries or peaches. —Jessica Vantrease, Anderson, Alaska
Ingredients
1-1/2 cups 2% milk
3 large eggs
2 tablespoons butter, melted
2/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
FILLING:
1 cup 4% cottage cheese
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
CHERRY SAUCE:
1 pound fresh or frozen pitted sweet cherries
2/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon water, divided
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
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Directions
In a small bowl, combine the milk, eggs and butter. Combine flour and salt; add to milk mixture and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours.
Heat a lightly greased 8-in. nonstick skillet; pour 2 tablespoons batter into the center of skillet. Lift and tilt pan to evenly coat bottom. Cook until top appears dry; turn and cook 15-20 seconds longer. Remove to a wire rack. Repeat with remaining batter. When cool, stack crepes with waxed paper or paper towels in between. Wrap in foil; refrigerate.
In a blender, process cottage cheese until smooth. Transfer to a small bowl; add cream cheese and beat until smooth. Beat in sugar and vanilla. Spread about 1 rounded tablespoonful onto each crepe. Fold opposite sides of crepe over filling, forming a little bundle.
Place seam side down in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 10 minutes or until heated through.
Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, bring cherries, 2/3 cup water and sugar to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes or until heated through. Combine cornstarch and remaining water until smooth; stir into cherry mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with crepes.
Nutrition Facts 2 blintzes: 245 calories, 10g fat (6g saturated fat), 97mg cholesterol, 306mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (21g sugars, 1g fiber), 8g protein.
Champagne Sipper
This is a terrific cocktail for any celebration. And because you make it by the pitcher, feel free to mingle with your guests instead of tending bar. —Moffat Frazier, New York, New York
Ingredients
1-1/2 cups sugar
1 cup lemon juice
3 cups cold water
1-1/2 cups sweet white wine, chilled
1 bottle (750 milliliters) champagne, chilled Canada Dry or Bubble Soda or La Croix
Sliced fresh strawberries, optional
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Directions
In a 3-qt. pitcher, dissolve sugar in lemon juice. Add cold water and wine. Stir in champagne. If desired, serve with strawberries.
Nutrition Facts 3/4 cup: 168 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 2mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (26g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 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
Ingredients
6 cups water
1-1/2 cups steel-cut oats
1-1/2 cups unsweetened applesauce
1/4 cup maple syrup
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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.
I frequently cook Sunday brunch for my husband and myself, and I am always experimenting with new recipes. Apples picked from our tree were the inspiration behind these sweet and savory pancakes, which my husband quickly declared a keeper. —Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin
Ingredients
4 bacon strips, chopped
1 large apple, peeled and sliced
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 large egg, room temperature
3/4 cup Whole Milk
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional toppings: Confectioners' sugar and maple syrup
Whip Cream and Coconut
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Directions
Preheat oven to 375°. In an 8-in. cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove bacon to paper towels to drain, reserving drippings.
Add apple to drippings; cook and stir over medium-high heat until crisp-tender, 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat. Sprinkle with bacon, brown sugar and cinnamon.
In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar and baking powder. In a small bowl, combine egg, milk, butter and vanilla; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Pour over apples.
Bake until lightly browned, 20-25 minutes. Invert onto a serving plate. If desired, dust with confectioners' sugar and serve with syrup.
Nutrition Facts 1 piece: 371 calories, 16g fat (7g saturated fat), 76mg cholesterol, 430mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 2g fiber), 10g protein.
I took one of our family’s favorite puff pastry recipes, which uses a similar mix of ingredients, and translated it to savory waffles. It’s a change of pace from sweeter fare. Served with a ham steak and fried eggs, it makes a fabulous meal. Feel free to add maple syrup or a spicy glaze. —Leslie Ponce, Miami, Florida
Ingredients
1 bunch green onions, finely chopped
16 fresh asparagus spears, trimmed and cut into 1/4-inch pieces
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
9 large eggs, room temperature, divided use
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1-1/2 cups Whole Milk
6 tablespoons butter, melted
1 cup Gruyere cheese, shredded
1 cup sauté' with minced garlic Mushrooms
One Sunny Side Up Egg
Crumbled Bacon 6 Slices
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Directions
Preheat oven to 350°. Arrange onions and asparagus on a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan; toss with 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper. Roast until lightly browned, 10-12 minutes. Cool slightly; reserve 1/4 cup vegetable mixture for topping.
Preheat a greased waffle iron. Separate 3 eggs. Whisk flour, baking powder, cayenne pepper and remaining salt. Add milk, 3 egg yolks and melted butter; mix gently but thoroughly. Stir in remaining onion and asparagus mixture and 3/4 cup shredded cheese
In another bowl, beat 3 egg whites on high until soft peaks form. Fold into waffle mixture. Bake waffles according to manufacturer's directions until golden brown.
Meanwhile, in a large skillet coated with cooking spray, cook ham until heated through; keep warm. In same skillet, fry remaining eggs until yolks are set. To serve, top waffle with ham and 1 egg. Sprinkle with reserved onion and asparagus, and remaining 1/4 cup cheese.
Nutrition Facts 1 serving: 544 calories, 29g fat (15g saturated fat), 364mg cholesterol, 1493mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 33g protein.
This slightly sweet berry puff pancake is filled with fruit and has a custardy texture that puffs up beautifully when baked. It makes an easy yet impressive breakfast. —Jessi Smith, Fort Myers, Florida
Ingredients
3 tablespoons butter
5 large eggs, room temperature
1-1/2 cups reduced-fat Vanilla Yogurt w/Honey
1/2 cup whole milk
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1/2 cup fresh raspberries
1/2 cup fresh blueberries
Confectioners' sugar
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Directions
Preheat oven to 400°. Place butter in a 12-in. cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet. Place in oven until butter is melted, 4-5 minutes; carefully swirl to coat evenly.
Meanwhile, in a blender, process eggs, ricotta, milk, vanilla and lemon zest until blended. Add flour, sugar, baking powder and salt and process until blended. Pour into hot skillet. Top with berries.
Bake until puffed and sides are golden brown and crisp, 25-30 minutes. Remove pancake from oven; serve immediately with confectioners' sugar.
Nutrition Facts 1 slice: 287 calories, 13g fat (6g saturated fat), 186mg cholesterol, 406mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 2g fiber), 13g protein.
You just can't beat the best buttermilk pancake recipe for a down-home hearty breakfast. Pair it with sausage and fresh fruit for a mouthwatering morning meal. —Betty Abrey, Imperial, Saskatchewan
Ingredients
4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons salt
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
4 large eggs, room temperature
4 cups buttermilk
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Directions
In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt and baking powder. In another bowl, whisk the eggs and buttermilk until blended; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened.
Pour batter by 1/4 cupfuls onto a lightly greased hot griddle; turn when bubbles form on top. Cook until second side is golden brown. Freeze option: Freeze cooled pancakes between layers of waxed paper in a freezer container. To use, place pancakes on an ungreased baking sheet, cover with foil and reheat in a preheated 375° oven 6-10 minutes. Or place a stack of 3 pancakes on a microwave-safe plate and microwave on high until heated through, 45-90 seconds.
Nutrition Facts 3 pancakes: 270 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 89mg cholesterol, 913mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 1g fiber), 11g protein.
A wonderful sweet and spicy aroma wafts from the slow cooker as this pleasantly flavored chai tea cooks. —Crystal Jo Burns, Iliff, Colorado
Ingredients
3 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)
25 whole cloves
15 cardamom pods, lightly crushed
3 whole peppercorns
3-1/2 quarts water
8 black tea bags
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
Whip Cream
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Directions
Place first 5 ingredients on a double thickness of cheesecloth. Gather corners of cloth to enclose seasonings; tie securely with string. Place spice bag and water in a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low 8 hours. Discard spice bag.
Add tea bags; steep, covered, 3-5 minutes according to taste. Discard tea bags. Stir in milk; heat through. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts 1 cup: 109 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 50mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein.
My family eats a lot of vegetables so I'll set some aside at dinner to use in an omelet the next day. This cuts prep time in half! I like the versatility of this recipe because it can be made with whatever veggies and cheeses you have. —Lynne Keast, Monte Sereno, California
4 Large Cage Free Eggs
1/4 cup whole milk
4 teaspoons olive oil, divided
1 cup thinly sliced zucchini
4 small fresh mushrooms, chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped green pepper
1 cup fresh baby spinach
2 green onions, thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1/4 cup provolone
Additional thinly sliced green onions
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Directions
In a small bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salt and pepper. In a large nonstick skillet, heat 2 teaspoons oil over medium-high heat. Add zucchini, mushrooms and green pepper; cook and stir 3-5 minutes or until tender.
Add spinach, green onions and garlic; cook and stir 1-2 minutes longer or until spinach is wilted and garlic is tender. Transfer vegetable mixture to a small bowl. In same pan, heat remaining oil. Pour in egg mixture. Mixture should set immediately at edge.
As eggs set, push cooked portions toward the center, letting uncooked eggs flow underneath. When eggs are thickened and no liquid egg remains, spoon vegetable mixture on one side; sprinkle with cheese. Fold omelet in half; cut in half and slide onto plates. Sprinkle with additional green onions.
Nutrition Facts 1/2 omelet: 316 calories, 23g fat (7g saturated fat), 393mg cholesterol, 539mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 19g protein.
Mushroom Sausage Omelets
When our children were young, I prepared this recipe regularly because it's fast and easy. Loaded with cheese, Italian sausage, fresh mushrooms and garlic, the recipe makes two omelets, but the ingredients can easily be increased to suit larger families.—Catherine Fontana, Fox Lake, Illinois
Ingredients
1 fresh Italian sausage link (4 ounces), casing removed
1-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
10 large eggs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 to 4 garlic cloves, minced
4 teaspoons olive oil, divided
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Directions
In a 10-in. nonstick skillet, cook sausage and mushrooms over medium-high heat 4-6 minutes or until sausage is no longer pink, breaking up sausage into crumbles. Remove with a slotted spoon; wipe skillet clean.
In a large bowl, whisk eggs, cheese, garlic and pepper until blended. Stir in parsley.
In same skillet, heat 2 teaspoons oil over medium-high heat. Pour in half of the 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, spoon half of the sausage mixture on one side; fold omelet in half.
Cut omelet in half; slide onto serving plates. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
Nutrition Facts 1/2 omelet: 360 calories, 27g fat (9g saturated fat), 494mg cholesterol, 599mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 25g protein.
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