All About "breakfasts"

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Waffle Strata

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In our home, Daddy's favorite meal is breakfast, and because of that we have "breakfast for dinner" often. One thing Dad likes is breakfast sandwiches made with waffles or pancakes, egg, cheese and sausage. We also enjoy a good strata, and on one recent "breakfast sandwich night" I got the idea to turn this handheld favorite into a one-dish-wonder. It turned out so well that I can see it being requested for many meals. Although it's delicious as-is, the maple syrup poured over the top takes it to the next delicious level.

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Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins

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I am lucky enough to live in a climate that experiences, in their fullest, each season the world has to offer. Of all four, fall is my favorite. The intense aromas and colors are unmatched in any other season. The sky is never bluer and the shadows seem to take on a life all their own in autumn.

The foods of this time of year also tend to be my favorites. Apples abound, pumpkins are ripe and ovens are lit in expectation of comforting dishes.

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Fiddlehead Quiche

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On Mother's Day, my husband never fails to find a sentimental card and is the "man behind the magic" in the gifts the kids give me. He's also the guy that makes the coffee. Someday, though, I'd like to teach him to make quiche. Yes, I know it's standard and cliché, but I would love quiche for Mother's Day breakfast. Just once. I mean, quiche that I didn't make myself.

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More About breakfasts, baking

Apricot-Walnut Cereal Bars

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Crisp and chewy, this bar is a good-for-you alternative to store-bought cereal bars. The secret ingredient, silken tofu, will give your day a protein-packed start.

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Arugula & Chicken Sausage Bread Pudding

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Chicken sausage comes in a variety of flavors these days. The flavor you pick will have a big impact, so make sure you pick one you like.

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Watermelon & Goat Cheese Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette

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The contrasting flavors and textures of crisp, sweet watermelon and creamy, tangy goat cheese are magical partners. Top with sliced grilled chicken to make it a meal.

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Baked Apples with Dried Fruits & Walnuts

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If you can manage to save one, there's nothing like a cold baked apple for breakfast, topped with a dollop of vanilla yogurt or served in a pool of fresh cold milk. The best part is the nut-and-fruit mixture nestled in the...

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Zucchini Frittata

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A frittata, as a flat omelet is known in Italy, can be filled with a variety of vegetables and cheeses and makes a great impromptu brunch dish or supper. In this version, fresh mint and basil brighten the mild taste of zucchini.

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Banana-Cocoa Soy Smoothie

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With plenty of protein from both tofu and soymilk, this banana-split-inspired breakfast smoothie will keep you satisfied until lunchtime.

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Roasted Apple Butter

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Making apple butter in the oven, rather than on the stovetop, produces a delectable spread with a distinctive caramelized flavor. This is a healthful alternative to commercial varieties, which usually contain added sugars.

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