Breakfast

Eggs Benedict

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The other morning Katrina decided that she was going to make Eggs Benedict for breakfast.  We had all of the ingredients except for the English muffins.  Instead of walking the two blocks to pick up a package of English muffins, we decided to make our own.  This turned our breakfast endeavor into a nearly two hour ordeal, but the final result was a very delicious Eggs Benedict, and enough extra homemade English muffins to serve as our breakfast for the rest of the week.

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Doughnuts with Chocolate Glaze

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Sometimes a doughnut in the morning is the greatest breakfast ever.  I love when somebody brings doughnuts into work.  There are plenty of great places to buy doughnuts, but now I’m convinced that there is nothing that can match one of these homemade Doughnuts with Chocolate Glaze.

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Southwest Biscuits and Gravy

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One of our favorite breakfast places in the neighborhood is called Tiztal Cafe.  They have a small selection of tasty Mexican breakfasts, one of them being a delicious spin on biscuits and gravy.  I don’t know how they make it, but it is the tastiest biscuits and gravy we’ve ever had.  It served as the inspiration for making a biscuits and gravy dish with some Southwest flair.

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Frittata w/ Bacon and Swiss

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Whenever I have a lot of eggs that need to be used, I make a frittata.  A frittata can be served at any time of day with the same satisfying results.  They are incredibly simple to make, and cleanup is a breeze because you only need one pan.  Any leftovers hold up very well in the fridge and can be reheated to taste as if they were freshly made.  Try these breakfast frittatas with bacon, swiss cheese, and onion!

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Eggnog French Toast

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What are you cooking for Christmas breakfast?  You should try this Eggnog French Toast, topped with homemade peppermint whipped cream and real maple syrup.  The preparation is quick and easy, and will leave your family’s taste buds wanting more.

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Mocha-Walnut Chip Muffins

Chocolate chip muffins infused with coffee and walnuts.

If you are looking for a quick and easy dessert (or in my case, a delicious breakfast), you should try these Mocha-Walnut Chip Muffins.

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