Breakfast & Brunch
Breakfast and brunch are two popular meal times that cater to different tastes and occasions.
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Huevos Rancheros (Rancher’s Eggs)
Huevos Rancheros, (Rancher’s Eggs) is a popular breakfast dish consisting of sunny side-up eggs served in the style of the traditional large mid-morning fare on rural Mexican farms. What you should know… The basic dish is composed of fried eggs served on lightly fried corn tortillas topped with salsa. Mexican-style rice is a common accompaniment. Huevos Rancheros is typically…
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Raspberry Chia Seed Jam
Try this Raspberry Chia Seed Jam recipe for a quick, healthy treat without added sugar. Delicious and easy to make! Chia seeds are tiny, nutrient-dense seeds derived from the Salvia hispanica plant, which is native to Mexico and Guatemala. They have gained popularity due to their health benefits and versatility in cooking and baking. As noted in the recipe,…
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Very Best Waffles
Enjoy the Very Best Waffles… Cornstarch is the secret for crispy waffles. Cornstarch guarantees that your waffles will be crisp on the outside and tender on the inside. Tips for Perfect Waffles Don’t Over-mix: Over-mixing can make the them dense. Mix until just combined. Let Batter Rest: To make them fluffier, let the batter rest for about 5-10 minutes…
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Easy Refried Beans
If you need refried beans in a hurry, Easy Refried Beans is a darned good recipe. It rivals most restaurant refried beans that I’ve eaten. Refried beans are so versatile that they can be used in a variety of dishes. How to use refried beans… Tacos and Burritos: Spread refried beans as a base layer in tacos and burritos.…
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Cinnamon Fried Bananas
Cinnamon Fried Bananas is the most simple of desserts. This is particularly good if you cook for only one or two. Tips for making Cinnamon Fried Bananas… Ensure the oil is hot enough to prevent the bananas from becoming greasy. You can customize the coating by adding other spices like nutmeg or using flavored breadcrumbs. For a healthier version, you…
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Sawmill Gravy
Rumor has it that Sawmill Gravy, according to Joe Dabney, author of the cookbook, Smokehouse Ham, Spoon Bread and Scuppernong Wine, dates back to the Treemont Logging Camp in the Blue Ridge Mountains at about the dawn of the 20th century. After cooking biscuits for the loggers in camp, the cook didn’t have enough flour left to make gravy.…
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Goetta
Goetta is a meat-and-grain sausage or mush of German inspiration that is popular in the greater Cincinnati/northern Kentucky area. This is a German breakfast sausage that blends the textures and flavors of pork, beef, whole grain steel-cut oats, fresh onions and spices. The History of Goetta Goetta is a traditional dish originating from the Cincinnati, Ohio region of…
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Chocolate Gravy
Chocolate gravy is a sweet sauce made primarily from cocoa powder, sugar, flour and water. It is commonly served over biscuits, especially in the South. It’s a decadent breakfast or dessert option.
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Biscuits and Sausage Gravy
Biscuits and sausage gravy is a classic Southern dish traditionally enjoyed as a hearty breakfast. It consists of soft, flaky biscuits with a rich, creamy gravy. It is a staple dish on diner menus.
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Grillades and Garlic Cheese Grits
Grillades and Garlic Cheese Grits is a Louisiana brunch tradition. If you have not tried them, you are in for a treat. The Garlic Cheese Grits are fabulous with grillades, but can also be served as a side dish for any meat, poultry or seafood for breakfast or dinner.
