Sunday Menu: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Katherine Victoria Vananderland
- Dec 4, 2021
- 9 min read
Mushroom-Gouda Quiche
Total Time Prep: 15 min. Bake: 30 min. + standing Makes 6 servings
For a laid-back Sunday brunch, we make a quiche in no time using refrigerated pie crust. Load it up with mushrooms, aromatic arugula and creamy Gouda. —Thomas Faglon, Somerset, New Jersey
Ingredients
1 sheet refrigerated pie crust
4 large eggs
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups sliced fresh shiitake mushrooms (about 4 ounces)
1 cup shredded Gouda or Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup chopped arugula or fresh baby spinach
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Directions
Preheat oven to 350°. Unroll crust into a 9-in. pie plate; flute edge. Refrigerate while preparing filling.
In a large bowl, whisk eggs, cream, salt and pepper until blended. Stir in remaining ingredients. Pour into crust.
Bake on a lower oven rack 30-35 minutes or until crust is golden brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting. Freeze option: Cover and freeze unbaked quiche. To use, remove from freezer 30 minutes before baking (do not thaw). Preheat oven to 350°. Place quiche on a baking sheet; cover quiche crust loosely with foil. Bake as directed, increasing time as necessary for a knife inserted in the center to come out clean.
Nutrition Facts 1 piece: 422 calories, 33g fat (18g saturated fat), 207mg cholesterol, 452mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 12g protein.
Cold-brew lattes are all the rage at coffee shops, but they're so easy to make at home. This coconut cold-brew version is ridiculously refreshing and it's vegan! —Natalie Larsen, Columbia, Maryland
Ingredients
1/2 cup coarsely ground medium-roast coffee
1/2 cup hot water (205°)
3-1/2 cups cold water
coconut simple syrup:
1 cup water
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
each serving:
Ice cubes
2 tablespoons coconut milk
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Directions
Place coffee grounds in a clean glass container. Pour hot water over grounds; let stand 10 minutes. Stir in cold water. Cover and refrigerate for 12-24 hours. (The longer the coffee sits, the stronger the flavor.)
Meanwhile, for coconut simple syrup, in a small saucepan, bring water, sugar and coconut to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 10 minutes. Strain and discard coconut. Cool completely.
Strain coffee through a fine mesh sieve; discard grounds. Strain coffee again through a coffee filter; discard grounds. Store coffee in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. For each serving, fill a large glass with ice. Add 1 cup cold brewed coffee and 4 tablespoons coconut syrup; stir. Top with coconut milk.
Nutrition Facts 1 cup: 145 calories, 5g fat (5g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 12mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (26g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
Yogurt Breakfast Drink
Total Time Prep/Total Time: 5 min. Makes 6 servings
Sleepyheads will savor this dreamy smoothie. Simply blend yogurt, milk and orange juice concentrate for a fresh start to your day. —Renee Gastineau, Seattle, Washington
Ingredients
2 cups vanilla yogurt
2 cups peach yogurt
1/2 cup thawed orange juice concentrate
1/2 cup fat-free milk
2 cups ice cubes
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Directions
In a blender, combine the first 4 ingredients; cover and process until smooth. Add ice cubes; cover and process until smooth. Pour into glasses; serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts 1 cup: 166 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 100mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fruit, 1 fat-free milk.
Blackberry Lemonade
Total Time Prep: 20 min. + chilling Makes about 1-1/2 quarts
Here's a special drink that's perfect when blackberries are in season. It has a tangy, refreshing flavor. —Rich Murray, Nevada, Missouri
Ingredients
4 cups water, divided
1 cup sugar
1 cup lemon juice
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
1 cup blackberries
1 to 2 drops blue food coloring, optional
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Directions
In a large saucepan, bring 2 cups water and sugar to a boil. Boil for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat. Stir in the lemon juice, zest and remaining water; cool slightly.
In a blender, combine 1 cup of lemon mixture and the blackberries; cover and process until blended. Strain and discard seeds. Pour blackberry mixture and remaining lemon mixture into a pitcher; stir well. Add food coloring if desired. Refrigerate until chilled. Serve in chilled glasses over ice.
Nutrition Facts 1 cup: 152 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 1mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (35g sugars, 2g fiber), 0 protein.
Bacon and avocado blend nicely in these special eggs. They’re easy and perfect for breakfast. But I'll also whip them up after an evening meeting or football game—or any time friends drop by for coffee. —Sundra Hauck, Bogalusa, Louisiana
Total Time Prep/Total Time: 10 min. Makes 6 servings
Ingredients
8 large eggs
1/2 cup 2% milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed
2 tablespoons butter
6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
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Directions
In a bowl, beat eggs. Add milk, salt and pepper; stir in avocado. In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add egg mixture; cook and stir gently until the eggs are completely set. Sprinkle with bacon.
Nutrition Facts 1 each: 233 calories, 19g fat (7g saturated fat), 302mg cholesterol, 434mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 12g protein.
Chicken and Asparagus Crepes
Total Time Prep: 1 hour + chilling Bake: 20 min. Makes 12 servings
The crepes used in this recipe come from my mom's special recipe, and can be made ahead of time, refrigerated to assemble the next day. Cooked rotisserie chicken is a real time-saver when making this savory brunch specialty. —Mary Sloan, Brighton, Michigan
Total Time Prep: 1 hour + chilling Bake: 20 min. Makes 12 servings
Ingredients
3 eggs
1-1/2 cups 2% milk
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
filling:
1-1/2 cups cut fresh asparagus (1-inch pieces)
1 small onion, chopped
1 teaspoon canola oil
2-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
3 cups cubed rotisserie chicken
sauce:
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups 2% milk
6 slices Swiss cheese, halved
2/3 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
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Directions
In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk and butter. Combine flour and salt; add to egg mixture and mix well. Refrigerate for 1 hour.
Heat a lightly greased 8-in. nonstick skillet over medium heat; pour 1/4 cup batter into center of skillet. Lift and tilt pan to coat bottom evenly. Cook until top appears dry; turn and cook 15-20 seconds longer. Remove to a wire rack. Repeat with remaining batter, greasing skillet as needed. When cool, stack crepes with waxed paper or paper towels in between.
Saute asparagus and onion in oil until tender. Add mushrooms and cook 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat and stir in chicken. Set aside.
For sauce, in a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until smooth; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
Spread about 1/2 cup filling down the center of each crepe; top with 2 tablespoons sauce and 1 piece of Swiss cheese. Roll up and place seam side down in each of two greased 11x7-in. baking dishes. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a bubbly.
Nutrition Facts 1 parfait: 277 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 52mg sodium, 60g carbohydrate (48g sugars, 6g fiber), 5g protein.
These breakfast parfaits up the ante with fresh ingredients that go way beyond berries and cereal. Juicy pineapple adds tons of sweetness naturally. Raisins and almonds add fiber, and the nuts provide healthy fats to boost HDL. Serve with a soy latte for a leisurely meal or breakfast on the go.
Total Time Prep/Total Time: 10 min. Makes 4 servings
Ingredients
2 cups pineapple chunks
1 cup vanilla yogurt
1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
1/2 cup chopped dates or raisins
1/4 cup sliced walnuts
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Directions
In 4 parfait glasses or serving dishes, layer the pineapple, yogurt, raspberries, dates and banana. Sprinkle with almonds. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts 1 parfait: 277 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 52mg sodium, 60g carbohydrate (48g sugars, 6g fiber), 5g protein.
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.
Chocolate Crepes with Raspberry Sauce
Total Time Prep: 25 min. + chilling Cook: 20 min. Makes 8 servings
Everyone at the table will feel special eating this scrumptious treat. Seemingly rich and decadent, these crepes are just 2 grams of fat per serving! —Rebecca Baird, Salt Lake City, Utah
Ingredients
1 cup fat-free milk
1/2 cup fat-free evaporated milk
2 large egg whites, room temperature
1 large egg, room temperature
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup plus 1/3 cup sugar, divided
1/4 cup baking cocoa
1/2 teaspoon salt
4-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 cup water
4-1/2 cups fresh or frozen raspberries, thawed, divided
Optional: Whipped cream and confectioners' sugar
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Directions
In a small bowl, whisk milk, evaporated milk, egg whites and egg. In another bowl, mix flour, 1/4 cup sugar, cocoa and salt; add to milk mixture and mix well. Refrigerate, covered, 1 hour.
In a small saucepan, combine cornstarch and remaining 1/3 cup sugar; set aside. Place water and 3-1/2 cups raspberries in a blender; cover and process until pureed, 1-2 minutes.
Strain puree into cornstarch mixture and discard seeds. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl; refrigerate until chilled.
Heat a lightly greased 8-in. nonstick skillet over medium heat. Stir batter. Fill a 1/4-cup measure three-fourths full 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.
Spread each crepe with 2 tablespoons sauce. Fold each crepe into quarters. Garnish with remaining 1 cup berries and, if desired, whipped cream and confectioners' sugar.
Nutrition Facts 1 serving: 203 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 202mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 6g fiber), 7g protein.
I love to treat overnight guests to this creamy orange frappe. Just blitz a few basic ingredients in your blender and enjoy. —Joyce Mummau, Mount Airy, Maryland
Total Time Prep/Total Time: 10 min. Makes 6 servings (about 1 qt.)
I love to treat overnight guests to this creamy orange frappe. Just blitz a few basic ingredients in your blender and enjoy. —Joyce Mummau, Mount Airy, Maryland
Ingredients
1 can (6 ounces) frozen orange juice concentrate
1 cup cold water
1 cup whole milk
1/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
10 ice cubes
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Directions
Combine the first 5 ingredients in a blender; process at high speed. Add ice cubes, a few at a time, blending until smooth. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts 3/4 cup: 115 calories, 1g fat (1g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 21mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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Pineapple Smoothies
Total Time Prep: 5 min. + freezing Makes 5 servings
"I got this recipe over 20 years ago," reports Margery Bryan of Royal City, Washington. "I've tried several diabetic recipes, and this is one of the best."
Total Time Prep: 5 min. + freezing Makes 5 servings
Ingredients
1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks, undrained
1 cup buttermilk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 teaspoons sugar or sugar substitute
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Directions
Drain pineapple, reserving 1/2 cup juice. Freeze pineapple chunks. Place juice, buttermilk, vanilla, sugar and frozen pineapple in a blender; cover and process until smooth. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts 3/4 cup: 96 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 93mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch.
Recommended Video Blueberry Pancake Smoothie
Total Time Prep/Total Time: 5 min. Makes 2 servings
My family loves this pancake smoothie in the morning. I don’t normally measure the blueberries, so go crazy! If you have fresh blueberries, I would recommend freezing the banana ahead of time. —Kailey Thompson, Palm Bay, Florida
Ingredients
1 cup unsweetened almond milk
1 medium banana
1/2 cup frozen unsweetened blueberries
1/4 cup instant plain oatmeal
1 teaspoon maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Dash sea salt
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Directions
Place the first 6 ingredients in a blender; cover and process until smooth. Pour into 2 chilled glasses; sprinkle with sea salt. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
1 cup: 153 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 191mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 5g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 2 starch.
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