Category Archives for Breakfast

French Toast with Apple Sauce

Who doesn’t love a nice slice of french toast with a bit of maple syrup. Try my twist on this breakfast favorite with cinnamon and apple sauce. Serve it with syrup, or a side of stewed apples. Or how about some apple syrup on top. It’s quick and easy to make and tastes wonderful. French […]

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Homemade Breakfast Muesli

I grew up eating my fair share of Muesli in Germany. When I first came to the US, it was hard to find it here. I started making my own and while there are plenty of different kinds of Muesli available now, I still prefer to make my own. It only takes a few minutes […]

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Sunday Morning Tofu Scramble

Ready for something a little different than eggs? Tofu makes a wonderful egg substitute in this filling Sunday Morning breakfast that’s not only tasty but good for you. This makes a great vegan alternative to egg scramble. Mix up the tofu with some of your favorite vegetables. I like onions, tomatoes and peppers, but even […]

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Easy Breakfast Granola

Are you a fan of granola? My daughter loves it. Granola and yogurt is one of her favorite breakfasts and snacks. I love the fact that with this simple overnight granola recipe I control the ingredients and know exactly what goes in it. I serve this either with milk or yogurt and a side of […]

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Bacon, Egg and Potato Skillet

My mom used to call this a farmer’s skillet, which makes sense since everything you need to make this hardy breakfast dish come from the farm, including the bacon, eggs, potatoes, veggies and cheese. Serve this for breakfast or pair it with a nice salad and call it dinner. Either way it’s hard to find […]

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Bagel French Toast

Ready for a little change in your french toast? How about making it with a bagel instead? Since bagels are already nice and chewy, it makes an awesome slice of french toast. Sere them with a drizzle of maple sirup, topped with fresh fruit, or a bit of jam or jelly. This makes for a […]

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Orange Waffles

These delicious orange flavored waffles made with orange juice and oil are sure to impress your brunch guests. At the same time the recipe is easy enough to serve your family anytime. I make these in big batches and freeze them for delicious breakfasts throughout the week. Once you start making your own waffles, you […]

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Ham or Turkey Breakfast Hash

If you’re in the mood for a big breakfast that doesn’t include any grain, breakfast hash with a side of eggs is hard to beat. I like to make up a big batch of the potato, onion and meat mixture and keep it in the fridge to use throughout the week. Just heat up and […]

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Green Chili and Cheese Breakfast Casserole

Is there anything better than a nice breakfast casserole on cold Sunday morning? Here’s a new recipe I’ve been playing with that has some fun Southwestern flavors. The casserole is easy to put together and can sit in the fridge overnight. You just bake it while enjoying your first cup of coffee and by the […]

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Dairy Free Overnight Oatmeal

After I shared my overnight oatmeal recipe the other day, a close friend of mine asked if I knew how to make this dish dairy-free. Her daughter is lactose intolerant, so using milk and yogurt were out. Since the yogurt helps with the consistency of the finished oatmeal, I had to get a little creative. […]

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Blueberry Cornbread Recipe

I have plenty of blueberries in the freezer from this summer’s harvest. We love using them in smoothies, adding them to plain yogurt and the likes. My favorite new way to use them up though is in sweet corn bread. This is different from your regular stuff that you eat with pinto beans. It has […]

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