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Archive for the 'Breakfast' Category
Croque Madame
I had one of those mornings where I woke up and immediately began working. I’m sure you have had this type of morning as well. Well, I got so caught up into my work that by the time I looked at the clock it was already 10:15 a.m. Normally I like to go to the [...]
Pumpkin Muffins
Years ago, there was a restaurant in my neighborhood called The Atlanta Bread Company. I am fairly certain it is a chain restaurant where it focuses on pastries, coffee, sandwiches, and soups. When the restaurant first opened, I ordered food from there on several occasions,and as it was fairly decent in the first months of opening, [...]
Spicy Egg in the Basket with Sausage
You have probably heard this dish been called a handful of names depending on where you grew up. Often referred to as egg in the basket, egg in the hole, frog in the hole, or even toad in the hole, this simple breakfast dish is a real winner at the table. It was only a [...]
Breakfast Pizza
Many of us growing up probably had that night out of the week where breakfast was being served for dinner. I know when I was growing up, it was a fairly exciting night to have breakfast for dinner. Maybe it was the idea that we were going to have bacon, or pancakes with that bacon, [...]
Roasted Red Salsa
For the past several weeks, I have been on a salsa making frenzy. I was jarring it up and giving it to neighbors, and pretty much eating a variety of salsa with pretty much anything around me. I had thought I had mastered my red salsa until I tweaked a few ingredients, added a bit [...]
Shrimp and Grits with a Chipotle Drizzle
Shrimp and grits have been on my mind for a very long time now. I have no idea why, or what has made the thought stick in the back of my head, but it has been there for a very long time. This past weekend, I had to get that thought out of my head [...]
Homemade Trail Mix
I go to the store quite a bit. When I was growing up I would always joke that it was my dad that would make that run. It always seemed, and most likely was the case, that he would go to the bank and then to the store. My dad knew every checkout girl by [...]
Thai Omelette
I believe the first thing I learned to make in the kitchen was probably eggs. My parents worked the first shift while growing up, and my brother and I were on our own in the morning. Reflecting back on it, I think that by waking up, getting ready for school, and walking less than two [...]
Wisconsin Hot Ham and Rolls
I will admit that there are things about cooking that excite me. One of those things, and yes you can call me a food nerd if you want, is going to the deli counter, and watching the folks slice meat to my desired thickness. It was not too long ago however, when I thought how [...]
Popovers
It was my turn to host Christmas this year, and I have to say that I was excited by the fact. You probably know by now that I love cooking for people, and when it comes to having an intimate lunch or dinner with friends and family, well, then you know that you probably just [...]
Pumpkin Bars
It is the season I most enjoy in Wisconsin. The cool weather, the smell of the air, and the beautiful fall colors. It is probably one of the reasons I want to stay in Wisconsin, and with that said, it is also one of my favorite cooking seasons. Fall brings out comfort and warmth in [...]
Potato, Leek, and Mushroom Quiche
Recently, several families took recent trip to Utica, Illinois for a surprise birthday party for my sister-in-law. The two and half hour journey, to a town we never had heard of, was an exciting one. As we often do these types of get togethers throughout the year, this was the first we have taken, and [...]
Peanut Butter Bananna Bread
The big question last week for the kids in the house was “would you like banana bread, or a coconut and banana egg roll?”. There was a long pause, then the response came back unanimously as banana bread. I was a bit bummed to be quite honest with you. I had this cool idea of [...]
Fried Fish and Eggs Breakfast
You might have recently read my post on the canadian bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich as possibly being one of my favorite meals at breakfast. The one that trumps that breakfast is fried fish and eggs. While growing up in Indiana, and even moving to Wisconsin, we spent a lot of time at my grandparents [...]
Canadian Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Sandwich
It could possibly be my all time favorite breakfast, sandwich that is. I think that from a young age, I great up having a McDonald’s egg mcmuffin sandwich from time to time. I think it has something to do with the great smell of Canadian bacon. Breakfast, and sandwiches are my favorite, and I love [...]
Sunday Hash
One of my favorite meals of the week could be possibly be whatever is served on a Sunday morning. Mornings, for the most part, that are full of laziness, and relaxation, as we slowly approach the idea of returning back to another stressful week at our jobs. But Sunday morning breakfast is something that my [...]
Mini Chili Frittata
This past weekend was Mother’s Day, a special day around our house. The kids are always reminded to make homemade cards, and to get their school projects ready to deliver to mom on that special morning. We take a bit of pride in our planning, making sure mom feels special on that day. Everything from [...]
Huevos Rancheros
Breakfast might be my favorite meal of the day. Unfortunately, I do not get to enjoy breakfast, for the most part, during the work week as my wife and are are too busy flying around the kitchen throwing waffles in the toaster and getting the kids ready. Trust me, it’s busy. That is why I [...]
Cheese and Thyme Drop Biscuits
I have had Texas comfort food on my mind for some time now. A word or two triggered the thoughts some time ago, and the term ‘greasy spoon’ has since been on my mind. I moved a friend down to Texas back in 1996, I believe, and with a resume in hand, bumped into their [...]
Molletes – Mexico’s take on French Bread Pizza
The subject line could possibly be twisted and state America’s take on Mexico’s delicious, and simple baked bread. French bread pizza. What is a mollete anyway? A simple bolillo roll, sliced in half and topped with refried beans, cheese, and a variety of toppings, only to bake in the oven until lightly crisp. In my [...]
The Italian Frittata
Sundays are a special day in my family, as I am sure it is a special day in many homes. They are typically lazy ones in my household, where we slowly get out of bed, watch a bit of TV, possibly head to church, then come back and have a warm meal. That is only [...]
Eggs Benedict
There are a few times out of the year where our family goes out to brunch. Not that I am picky about brunches, but when I know they are serving eggs benedict, I get a bit excited. I have always loved English muffins, probably due to the McDonald’s days where I would get the egg [...]
Apple Strudel with Homemade Apple Filling
Let me start by saying you cannot go wrong with this one, and it is so good, you would have wished you would have made a half a dozen. Our family recently did what most families do around this time of year, we went apple picking. This has been an annual event since my youngest [...]
Carne Adovada
As difficult as it might be to say, Carne Adovada, this is a dish that is typically found in the state of New Mexico, and one that is not commonly found on a Mexican menu. If you have never been to New Mexico, I highly recommend it. It is simply beautiful, and you get everything [...]
Homemade Flour Tortillas
Who doesn’t love the tortilla. To get it out on the table, I am a fan of the corn tortilla. Large or small, flour or corn, the tortilla is a beautiful thing. If you have followed me for some time, you would know how often I use tortillas. Just do a simple search for “tortilla” [...]
Filipino Torta
I was first introduced to the torta while vacationing in Hilton Head, South Carolina roughly 7 years ago. A lot of our family members filled the vacation home near the beach. I believe it was our first vacation where we shared a living space with so many family members. It was a blast. A lot [...]
Cinnamon Rolls
Here I was, at it again and thinking what could I make my kids for dessert. I thought of some usual suspects like cookies, brownies, and then a flash of fudge came into sight, but that was quickly invaded by thoughts of cinnamon rolls. I have been thinking about cinnamon rolls for some time, and [...]
Raspberry Syrup
Now I know what you might be thinking when you see the word raspberry in the heading, probably that they are not in full season right now, but I had to tell you my raspberry bushes are yielding bowls full of raspberries every day. My daughter has been waking up and looking out at the [...]
Beignets
Upon a not so recent visit to New Orleans, both my wife and I really, truly enjoyed the food. Everything from the shrimp po’ boy, red beans and rice, to the ever so famous, beignets. Our visit was short and sweet, however we came back home craving the food. As many of you are already [...]
Quick and Easy Doughnuts
First off, I apologize for the lack of posts this past week. My family was on vacation, and as we rented out a great condominium, equipped with kitchen, and outdoor grill, I was still on vacation, cooking for five kids under the age of nine. Most of the cooking involved noodles, rice, and not too [...]
Sinangag – Filipino Garlic Fried Rice
I have know for so many years that rice is the staple among many Filipino households. The rice cooker is typically on a counter top on most kitchens, and the smell of rice, great rice, is apparent when you walk into most houses. Don’t get me wrong, I love the scent of rice, and probably [...]
Sausage Gravy
This recipe is sinful. I admit it. There is something about gravy in general that is sinful, basically because you are dealing with a bit of fat, and in my case today, I am dealing with pork fat. The bigger question is, who doesn’t love pork fat? I miss biscuits and gravy. While living in [...]
Basic Crepe Recipe
A few years back my sister-n-law was so kind to buy us a crepe pan. My first question was “You need a special pan to make crepes?” Indeed you do, and I have tried making crepes both with the pan and with a different pan, and the crepe pan yields great results. I often make [...]
Grilled Potatoes and Onions
If there is one thing that reminds me of summertime, it has got be grilling, and one of my wife’s favorite dishes is potatoes and onions on the grill. I love this dish because not only can you make a big batch to feed a large group of people, but you can make it your [...]
Mexican Chilaquiles
I’m going to be upfront with you and let you know that I am a big fan of Mexican food. There is something to be said about the ingredients that make up the diverse flavors of any Mexican dish. I’m not referring to your plate of typical standard fair that you typically see at your [...]
Filipino Breakfast – Chicharones with Rice
You should have seen the excitement in my cousin’s eyes the other night. Her voice had changed and her facial expression changed as she opened a box that arrived from her friend in Florida. The box contained a nice stack of pork cracklings. She asked if I wanted a container, and of course I could [...]
Irish Soda Bread
It’s that time of the year where you begin thinking of corn beef and cabbage, nice Irish stews, and the standard beers. I know what I have been thinking of, and my little helper was asking me to make bread. My four year old daughter and I decided to make an Irish Soda Bread. A [...]
Mediterranean Leek Pie
I have been using leeks in my cooking for some time now, in particular with stir frys, and soups. As you probably have noted, my more recent post using leeks was the Leek Soup. A soup so delicate and smooth that keeps you wanting more. Recently I have been thinking of creating another dish using [...]
Salsa Verde
Over the past few months I have been tinkering with salsas and hot sauces. Overall, I am very happy with the results. I am using both as condiments throughout my day, in particular for a quick chip and dip, or a splash of hot sauce on an omelet. This past weekend, while visiting El Rey [...]
The Guide to Crispy Hash Browns
They are a must have in any diner. They are a must have in our house, and as a matter of fact, I made them for the kids for dinner tonight. They wanted seconds, so two batches of hash browns were in order. I think there is a real trick to great hash browns though, [...]
Homemade Pancakes
You have probably heard me say on this site that I am an advocate of a warm breakfast, especially on the weekends. As my wife and I both work during the week, those weekday mornings are hard to tackle, but we try. The kids usually go for their default breakfast settings; waffles cut into dipping [...]
Cinnamon Pies
I want to thank my Mom for this recipe, as it is not only one of her favorites, but it is something that she me and brother while growing up. My kids were even lucky enough to have their ‘Nanna’ make them on one of her last visits to Wisconsin. The cinnamon pies were as [...]
Migas
There are plenty of foods that I miss while living in Dallas, Texas. Afterall, this is where I first experienced Tex-Mex cuisine; a combination of Texas and Mexican cuisines. One of my favorite restaurants was Chuy’s which served up big as your face burritos. There were also some really killer places beyond Chuy’s, and those [...]
Corned Beef Hash
I admit it. I love corned beef, in particular, corned beef sandwiches. I was recently thinking of recipes that my parents used to make while growing up, and as I investigated my freezers for ideas, the one recipe that came to mind was my dad’s corned beef hash. My dad is kind of, well, he [...]
Dim Sum – Shaomai (Shoe My)
I miss dim sum. Carts of food being catered to you, with a moving roundtable full of food and sauces. An experience that everyone must enjoy throughout ones life. I encountered dim sum while living in Dallas, Texas. It became a weekly religion and went down on Sunday mornings. A table full of friends and [...]
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- nolan: ask your butcher for it. most will have it but if not they can order it and have it for yo...
- Anonymous: This does look yummy... Farah - I looked at Wikipedia and there's a variation called Cro...
- Farah: this looks delicious! Though one question: What substitution do you recommend for the ham?...
- christy: so i am sitting here at my desk...starving more than i should at 11:30am...and popping on ...
- Lizz Campos: I have now made this salsa twice and I love it!! It's pretty spicy, so I tried using jalap...
- Caryn: My husband grew up in Philly and calls these cheese crisp. I grew up in Central Texas and...
- Pam: These skins are AWESOME!!! Have a batch ready to go in the oven tomorrow to watch the NFL ...
- Pam from OK City: Dax, you've done it again. Another delicious and fun recipe. We first had pretzel bites at...
- Becca @ Amuse Your Bouche: Cheesy beer sauce sounds INCREDIBLE!...
- Ross Graham: Made a batch of this (slightly different recipe) over the weekend and ate it all week. Sta...
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