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Black Friday Breakfast Ideas

McDonald’s drive-thru is one idea, but I’ve got a few better ones. After spending who knows how many hours whipping up a Thanksgiving Day feast, the last place most of us want to spend Black Friday is in the kitchen. The day after Thanksgiving is typically reserved for hitting the mall or sleeping off turkey hangovers. Still, we need to eat. However, we shouldn’t have to slave away in the kitchen for countless hours on Black Friday. That’s where the following recipes come in handy. The Black Friday breakfast dishes listed below are super simple to make, but you’d never … Continue reading →

Making a Memorable Breakfast

Next week is my brother’s birthday. If he had the day off from work he would be treated to his favorite breakfast of Lemon Pancakes. Unfortunately, he has to spend the night before his birthday at the firehouse where he works, and I highly doubt the guys there will be surprising him with a plate of Lemon Pancakes to celebrate. If you are looking for a unique spin on a breakfast classic, then consider making the recipe below. In addition to the pancake directions, I’ve included a recipe for my brother’s favorite muffins. Perhaps his wife will bake a batch … Continue reading →

Make it Easy with Edible Cupcake Toppers

We all want to put the special in our special events. Children’s birthday parties are some of the best events we are privileged to host. I enjoy throwing parties for my children. One thing I do for each of my kids every year is make the cake and cupcakes. I am not a trained decorator. I dabble in the buttercream and find ways to make it look festive. I often use toys to top cakes or cupcakes to give it a special feel or add to the theme. There is another way to make your cupcakes look special and professionally … Continue reading →

Kid-Friendly Brunch Recipes

My young daughter loves to cook. At 5 years old she is quite the little chef. She is remarkably skilled with various kitchen utensils and her cutting capabilities are quite impressive, so when she recently had the chance to help my mom create a late morning Sunday spread for our entire family she jumped at the chance. Knowing that my daughter was going to lend a hand in the brunch preparation my mom chose simple kid-friendly recipes. The following dishes may be easy to prepare, but they certainly are not simplistic in taste or texture: MONKEY BREAD Ingredients: 4 cans … Continue reading →

Unbeatable Brunch Dishes

Nothing beats a leisurely Sunday brunch, especially on a cold winter’s day. Whether you are cooking for your immediate family or hosting a brunch for extended family and friends, these simple recipes will get you out of the kitchen with plenty of time to enjoy the company of your loved ones: BRUNCH HUEVOS RANCHEROS Ingredients: 2 cups heirloom tomatoes, diced 1 small onion, diced 1 clove garlic, minced 2 tablespoons lime juice 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/4 cup butter, divided 4 (6-inch) corn tortillas 3/4 cup Mexican … Continue reading →

All Aboard for Holiday Fun

For my train-loving 3-year-old nephew, Christmas is simply not complete without a ride on the “Polar Express.” Fortunately, “Polar Express” experiences are running in various cities throughout country right now, including one near my nephew’s home. At last count, no less than 30 different railroad locations were offering “Polar Express” rides for kids of all ages who are enchanted by the classic book and movie of the same name. If your family is looking for a memorable Christmas adventure, you should seriously consider hopping aboard a local “Polar Express.” The seasonal rides recreate the book’s magic of finding the spirit … Continue reading →

Easy and Affordable Mother’s Day Brunch Recipes

Moms are priceless, but most would balk if their children spent all their savings purchasing them expensive gifts for Mother’s Day. If you are looking for an affordable way to show mom how much you love her, then consider making these simple recipes to include in a memorable Mom’s Day breakfast in bed or family brunch. FANCY EGGS AND HAM Ingredients: 1 package (10-ounce) Pepperidge Farm puff pastry shells 6 tablespoons butter, divided 2 tablespoons flour 2 cups whole milk 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese 1/4 cup heavy cream Dash hot sauce 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard 6 eggs … Continue reading →

Sing, Sing, Sing!

The three of us in my family are enthusiastic fans of musical films such as “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang”, “Mary Poppins” and “Singin’ in the Rain”. We adore the singing, dancing and acting – even thought it is at times a bit campy. There is something extremely special about the innocence, and the lack of irony, in that age of filmmaking. Something occurred to me recently, while watching Julie Andrews transition smoothly from speaking her lines to Jane and Michael to all of a sudden singing “A Spoonful of Sugar”: My daughter has never once mentioned the singing as something … Continue reading →