Posts in brunch
Bacon, Spinach, Caramelized Onion, Smoked Gouda Quiche

A few weeks ago I prepared a Butternut Squash, Caramelized Onion, Crispy Kale & Cheddar Quiche along with this Bacon, Spinach, Caramelized Onion, Smoked Gouda Quiche. I made two quiches at once because I knew I wanted to have a spare for a quick dinner that would require nothing more than a reheat and preparing a salad. You know, some days you just don’t feel like cooking — so having a quiche in the freezer can be clutch on those nights. Well, that and they’re great for breakfast reheats, lunches and when you get an unexpected meal guest.

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Cranberry Orange Scones 2.0

My aunt’s favorite scone flavor is cranberry orange, and I can’t blame her because it’s sweet and also very slightly citrusy. It has a really balanced wake up flavor, making it the perfect breakfast treat. Now, I’ve been making cranberry orange scones for quite a while and have tweaked the recipe time and time again over the years. This time, my aunt bought heavy cream to make the scones, where in the past I have always used half and half. I was curious to see where the heavy cream would take the scones and, it turns out, it took them to an even fluffier and creamier — somewhat pillow like

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Butternut Squash, Caramelized Onion, Crispy Kale & Cheddar Quiche

I know, I know. This is the L O N G E S T quiche name ever! BUT it’s worth saying 10 times fast and it’s certainly worth making too. My auntie recently had a hip replacement and, well with my shoulder coming along with healing, I thought it would be a smart idea to have a quiche or two in the house to heat up for easy weeknight meals. So, if you’re looking for a make-ahead meal idea, look no further than the fully loaded, elegant and tasty quiche.

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Panettone French Toast

Eating Panettone during the Christmas season has been our family tradition for as long as I can remember. Now, I say “during the Christmas season” because as soon as my little eyes spy Italian fruit cake hanging from the ceiling of local pork stores or in big tree shaped displays at specialty markets - I am purchasing one, if not two, and enjoying Panettone as soon as the day after Thanksgiving. This enjoyment, God help my kissing thighs and womanly belly, extends all the way through the New Year. Why do I/we/my family enjoy Panettone for 2 whole months (plus)? Panettone is seasonal,

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