Egg & Pesto Toast

Have I mentioned how much I love having a Farmer’s Market outside our Boston apartment? Every Wednesday a collection of vendors gather literally right below us. Just-picked garden vegetables, fresh baked breads, recently laid chicken eggs, right off-the-hook fish… it’s a foodie’s dream. So yesterday, I selected a wonderful loaf of wheat bread, the most…

Gruyere Spinach Quiche

We had house guest the other weekend, and in preparation for their arrival, I made breakfast in advance. For those who know me, they are very aware of the fact that I am not a morning person. So the more I can get done prior to the AM hours, the better. This quiche is the…

Breakfast Birthday “Cake”

Birthdays are a big deal in our family. They are all about celebrating life, and enjoying the special day. As such, there is no need to wait until after dinner for a special indulgence. The day should begin (and end) with a celebratory meal. Now, you could always just stick a candle in a stack…

Banana Walnut Bread Breakfast Quinoa

As much as I would love to have homemade baked goods every morning for breakfast, it is not going to happen. But this flavor-packed, hearty breakfast will fix my cravings! The nutty flavor of the quinoa is enhanced as it soaks up the sweetness of the maple syrup & cinnamon. And it’s hard to argue…

Overnight Apple Almond Pie Oatmeal

I eat instant oatmeal almost every morning at my office desk. It’s convenient, and  it’s good. But my weekday breakfast could be better. Much better.  So I turned to Pinterest for inspiration on quick, easy & delicious breakfast ideas. I’m not sure why I had been intimidated in the past by overnight oats, but this…

Salmon Avocado Bird’s Nest

Salmon, Avocado, & Eggs…. does breakfast get any better? You’re never going to find a more impressive but easy breakfast dish. Ingredients 2 Whole, Ripe Avocados 2-4 oz Smoked Salmon 4 Eggs Fresh Dill Salt & Pepper, to taste Pinch Red Pepper Flakes Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Half the avocados & remove the pits….

Blueberry Muffin French Toast

  Blueberry Muffin French Toast So, I’ve been wanting to make this for a really long time. I had this inspiration one night when I couldn’t sleep. Being a big fan of French Toast, I was contemplating how to make it even better. And then it hit me. I love a really good Blueberry Muffin….

Blueberry Muffin Bread

 Blueberry Muffin Bread Hold onto summer with this absolutely delicious Blueberry Muffin Bread. Pick out the biggest, juiciest blueberries of the season and load up the batter. It’s easy to make…. trust me, I’m not a baker (I rarely use measuring devices when I cook). But this bread will now be a regular in my home. My parents have noted that…

Honey Bunches of Quinoa, Breakfast Granola

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, yet a lot of people skip it.  Which I personally don’t understand – I can’t wait to eat in the morning! 🙂  It’s so important though to give your body and mind much needed energy to get you going for the day ahead. This particular recipe…

Summer Vegetable Frittata

The weekend has arrived, and that means no rushed cereal for breakfast. Grab your coffee, walk outside, breathe in the fresh morning air, and then indulge in a healthy, delicious breakfast. This dish is filled with so many flavors, and is incredibly versatile to the items you happen to have in your refrigerator. I’ve made…

Raspberry Butter Spread

A super easy recipe that adds a little something special to your morning toast! Raspberry Butter Spread Ingredients Butter Raspberry Jam, preferably seedless Scoop equal amounts of butter and jam into a microwave-safe bowl. Let the butter come to room temperature so it’s easier to mix with the jam. If needed, put the bowl into…

Monkey Bread

It would not be Christmas without my Aunt Dottie’s Monkey Bread. The only question is who is going to be the first to sneak a bite before the meal is served. Most likely suspect… Paul! Aunt Dottie’s Famous Monkey Bread Ingredients  4 cans jumbo refrig. biscuits (or 6 cans reg. size) 3/4 cup sugar 1t….