Basic Spinach Onion Swiss Tomato Quiche

Simply said: “Quiche is THE BEST!”Really, that’s all there is to say. Breakfast. Lunch. Dinner. Snack.A perfect crust, filled with cheese, egg, and ANYTHING else your heart desires, fits the bill all days, any time of day. Yup. That’s it. Thus, a simple homemade crust, filled with sautéed spinach and eggs, a little cream, Swiss…

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Pesto Parmesan Persian Egg Bake

I grew up in a family of entertainers. SOCIAL entertainers.When it comes to parties, get-togethers, gatherings, etc., my parents have it DOWN!An invitation to Bill and Dori’s should feel like a warm hug, a thrill, and a blessing and a half.Boy they are good. Fabulous food. Fine company. Lots of laughter. All around acceptance. I…

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Apricot Pecan Rosettes

Another option for special (or any day) breakfast or brunch? How about the day after – in case you’re not not pie tasting with your coffee? Or, maybe a treat for a special weekend morning party – Mimosas and all? Whatever you decide, these super easy, semi-sweet Apricot Pecan Rosettes will suit any palate: Intense…

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Corn Flake Tomato Ricotta Quiche

Of course, I like to make all things unique. There’s nothing ordinary about my life, my home, my food, my habits – NOTHING. I’m an eccentric and quirky individual in every and all ways. Take it or leave it. Today, my distinctive taste and creativity led me to create a savory quiche: with a cornflake…

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Quail Egg Polka Dot Potage

Yay for Quail Eggs!!! These little mosaic gems are spectacular! Quail eggs are considered a delicacy in many parts of the world, including Asia, Europe, and North America. In Japanese cuisine, they are sometimes used raw or cooked as tamago in sushi and often found in bento lunches. In some other countries, quail eggs are…

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Cinnamon Vanilla Tapioca Pudding

While the texture of tapioca was never my favorite, I grew up with an amazing “pudding” recipe for breakfast.The flavor and aroma was so incredibly delicious, I was able to forgive my parents and bow down to my mother for her superwoman skills in the kitchen, not only to disguise the slimy little beads, but…

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Apricot Pistachio Cardamom Granola (Gluten-Free, Vegan)

Again, going back to the days of the #coronavirus “voluntary” quarantine – my immune system is just too fragile to be out there with all those people, I resorted to a bit of anxiety baking, as well as using up what we had in the cupboards. That’s actually one of my favorite things to do…

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Polenta Poached Egg Stack

One of the most satisfying breakfasts on earth, in my opinion, consists of poached eggs. Ooey gooey poached eggs. Bright yellow-orange, yolks running across the plate and sprinkled with plenty of salt. Oh yea. Poached eggs. Perfectly poached eggs. Breakfast of champions. And skip the greasy grits – go for the magnificent, warming flavors of…

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Janelle’s Gluten Free Granola

Granola and I go way back. WAY BACK. As a kid, I grew up with Mom’s homemade granola and yogurt almost every morning before school. I had a great life. And, to this day, a warm, crunchy bowl of granola is one of my favorite things on earth, and elicits some of my most comforting…

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Cinnamon Orange Marmalade

I grew up eating breakfast every morning at the table with my dad. Neither my mom nor my sister were as early of risers as we were. This was our special time together. And whether we were noshing on Special K cereal topped with strawberries and heavy cream (sshh…the cream was always a secret we…

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