I was recently asked to provide a Christmas morning recipe for a friend that writes for a local newspaper. I shared my overnight oatmeal recipe and pulled out one of my favorite breakfast casserole ideas- Stuffed French Toast. I have been making stuffed French-toast casseroles for years. They are so wonderful because you make them ahead and then bake it in the morning. This ...
Another Christmas Garnish
I'll admit it...I LOVE to play with my food! (Thus my profession!). I enjoyed the Christmas Tree Garnish so much that I further expanded my Christmas morning oatmeal garnish ideas to include Santa's hat. Obviously, THIS is how oatmeal is served in the Claus household. Enjoy and Merry Christmas! How to Make a Santa Hat Garnish Drizzle with honey or ...
Decorating (Breakfast) for Christmas
The morning of December 25th starts early in most households, especially those with children! With the flurry of activities and excitement, you probably don't want to spend a lot of time in the kitchen but you'll still need Breakfast. Overnight Oatmeal is such a favorite for my kids that we may end up having it for our family breakfast on Christmas morning. I wanted to make ...
Pecan Crusted Pork Loin
With the holidays upon us, many who don't usually entertain are now gearing up for guests. This recipe is absolutely delicious and sure to please a crowd. Pork is a popular choice for feeding a crowd, often in the form of a ham. I prefer to serve loin or tenderloin because it is easier to carve and isn't so incredibly packed with sodium. Do read the packaging when you ...
Super Kale!
Kale has become incredibly popular as a "Super Food". Yes, it is packed with nutrition, but it is also really delicious. Like the other cruciferous vegetables, Kale is known to have anti-carcinogenic qualities, and it is also an excellent source of Vitamins K, A, C, and B6. Kale is also an excellent source of Folic Acid, but since this is a heat sensitive nutrient, not ...
