When it's time for brunch and you just don't want another quiche or pancake, mix it up a bit with a batch of spicy breakfast enchiladas. Whether on their own or as part of a festive brunch buffet, they are sure to be a crowd pleaser.
I often turn to focaccia when I'm looking for something fun to serve with breakfast, brunch, or dinner. But when I don't have time to get yeast involved, it's time to embrace scones and, particularly for dinner, savory scones are where it's at!
There's something so very satisfying about being able to layer items in a big pan, give it about an hour in the oven, and have dinner ready. It seems almost like cheating, but I prefer to call it finding creative ways to cook!
'Tis the perfect time of the year for a glorious brunch. And, instead of toast or muffins, contemplate how beautiful a brunch buffet will look when graced with a large platter of fresh blueberry scones drizzled with a pearly white glaze.
I love quick breads, but sometimes you need a more portable package. That's when cookies inspired by your favorite quick bread are perfect. So grab those ripe bananas from your counter and find your chocolate chips: it's time to bake!
When time is running out and you need a high-flavor, low-effort meal, throw what you need into a skillet and give it some oven time. It's what I call cowboy food; dishes that get prepared in one pot or skillet and are super flavorful without requiring a lot of hands-on time.
It's pretty common for Easter brunch to be the meal of the day. Make yours even more festive with some elegant crepes featuring the flavors of lemon and cheesecake. Then, for a touch of whimsy and a nod to the holiday, make your own little Easter "egg" on each plate!
It's good to have go-to ideas for busy weeks and evenings when you would really rather not spend a lot of time thinking about what to call dinner. In that spirit, I'm sharing one of my favorite stand-by dinner ideas.
Noodle bowls are like a choose-your-own-adventure dinner. Start with a few basics and keep adding to them until you've got a meal you are ready to eat. As such, they can be incredibly simple or lean to the side of complexity. It's really up to you.
Sometimes, a simple question like "what's linguine?" can lead to a decidedly delicious dinner that might have, without prompting, been a far less impressive meal. Here's how to teach the younger generation and make dinner an event!
