Category Archives: Breakfast

Christmas Brunch – Frittata & Lox Sandwich with Caper Cream and Mock-Sangria

Posted on December 24, 2020 by HelenFern

Can you believe tomorrow is Christmas? I love waking up and enjoying a cup of coffee by the fire and watching everyone open gifts. And I love to have a brunch that doesn’t take a lot of work afterwards! Here … Continue reading →

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Crispy Tostados for Breakfast

Posted on December 1, 2020 by HelenFern

Most days we eat cereal or a granola bar for breakfast, but some days require a filling, satisfying meal. Just add a side of fruit to these breakfast tostados and you will be satisfied for hours!

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National French Toast Day – Make Ahead Casserole

Posted on November 27, 2020 by HelenFern

Tomorrow is National French Toast day. But what exactly is French toast? Well, it’s not French. This delectable treat is believed to have originated in Ancient Rome and was called Pan Dulcis. They were dipped in milk, and sometimes egg, … Continue reading →

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Buckwheat Pancakes with Strawberries and Cream

Posted on June 3, 2020 by HelenFern

Buckwheat is not wheat at all. It is a gluten free seed from the fagopyrum escuentum plant. These seeds (called groats) can be used like bulgar or ground into a flour. One of my favorite cereals is cream of buckwheat. … Continue reading →

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Polenta and Eggs – Mexican Style

Posted on April 2, 2020 by HelenFern

When I make polenta, I usually make a large batch and freeze some. It works great for a meal on the fly! In this time of pantry cooking, using leftovers and trying to avoid the market, I pulled things out … Continue reading →

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