When I really want to impress folks, I serve these waffles. They're beautiful stacked and layered with pink sweet-tart cranberry butter. When I owned a bed and breakfast it was the recipe guests requested...
Oats and whole wheat flour make these tasty pancakes extra hearty. Try them with applesauce spooned on top! -Jeri Tirmenstein, Apache Junction, Arizona
These bran muffins bake up moist and chewy. They're so good that my in-laws, Reed and Nancy, make a batch every couple of days for snacking. This is another recipe that shows how buttermilk works to tenderize...
Even folks who claim not to like quiche rave about this one! I developed the recipe by combining the best of five others that I'd tried. Now it's a hearty family favorite that always gets star billing...
My daughter, Dena, is the real cook in our family, and she's always trying new recipes and encouraging me to fix things, too. She insisted I make these crepes, and I'm glad she did-now they are my husband...
This is a dish my wife had to learn to make in her high school home economics class. I've adapted and renamed it. To me, it has no equal and brings to mind those special days of the '40's. -Richard, Ramsey...
Unless you grew up in the Southwest or visit there often, you might be hearing of migas for the first time. Think of them as the best scrambled eggs ever. The secret ingredient: corn tortillas. They're...
This yummy French toast casserole is a breeze to whip up the night before a busy morning. My family loves the richness it gets from cream cheese and maple syrup. -Cindy Steffen, Cedarburg, Wisconsin
This fruit salad is a tradition on my Christmas table. It goes together quickly, which is a plus on such a busy day. -Rousheen Arel Wolf, Delta Junction, Alaska
"These little treats are super-easy to make and perfect for a special breakfast. They're also very nice for a casual dinner. The smoky cheese and bacon elevate eggs to another level!" Catherine Wilkinson...
"This recipe came from a colleague years ago and has become a potluck, brunch and family favorite! My staff used to ask for it every holiday. I love the convenience of great make-ahead recipes and this...
Fresh asparagus and other spring garden vegetables crop up in this light and flavorful egg dish shared by Barbara Gigliotti from Ocala, Florida. The biscuit mix in this "impossible" pie settles to the...
This savory pie calls for roasting tomatoes to concentrate their flavor, then layering them with two kinds of cheese atop a garlic-butter crust for a result as dramatic as it is delicious.
I'm always on the lookout for different breakfast and brunch ideas. I like to serve this easy make-ahead casserole when we have out-of-town guests. -Jill Middleton, Baldwinsville, New York
With the abundance of zucchini my family has in the fall, this is the perfect dish to use some of what we have. Cheesy and rich, the warm, classic breakfast dish is sure to please! -Colleen Doucette, Truro,...
I make this recipe for almost any occasion-it's popular with company and at potluck dinners, and I've passed it around to many friends. My husband and I are growing lots of squash this summer, all for...
I've developed a strong interest in cooking over the years. As a matter of fact, I came up with this casserole as a special breakfast for our daughter when she was home for a visit. -Steve Heaton, Deltona,...
The original recipe for this wonderful egg dish called for sausage, but fresh asparagus is tasty-and healthier, too! I serve this easy,elegant dish with a salad and mini pecan rolls.-Amy Grover, Salem,...
My husband and I created this recipe when trying to use up leftover asparagus and hollandaise sauce. The vegetable-filled omelet gets its irresistible flavor from the creamy sauce and a nice crunch from...
I came up with this healthy and really tasty recipe because my husband loves pancakes. They have a great texture and cinnamon taste. -Sharon Hansen, Pontiac, Illinois
I have fond memories of my grandmother's Yorkshire pudding wrapped around sausages, a puffy dish my kids called "the boat." Slather it with butter and maple syrup. -Susan Kieboam, Streetsboro, Ohio
I discovered breakfast burritos at a workshop of holiday breakfasts offered at our church. It was a big hit! It works really well when you're cooking for a crowd. I like to serve salsa or hot sauce with...
There's nothing more refreshing than a cold, fruit-filled smoothie. I'm thrilled to share this recipe with fellow cooks who enjoy wowing guests! -Jenny Flake, Gilbert, Arizona
Similar to an almond crescent, this coffee cake is light and flaky with a rich almond center. It's so versatile you can serve it for dessert, breakfast or brunch. It will taste as if it was made from scratch...
This recipe is a favorite of our family and not only at Christmas. We especially like to prepare this hearty breakfast when we go camping. -Robert Northrup, Las Cruces, New Mexico
"This egg dish is very satisfying and nutritious, too," writes Linda LaPresle of Glendora, California. "Whether I serve it for Saturday breakfast or for Sunday supper, it's always a hit."
Apple and sausage naturally go together. Add sage, and you've got some standout patties. They're freezer friendly, so I make them ahead and grab when needed. -Scarlett Elrod, Newnan, Georgia
I like to prepare this breakfast bake when I have ham leftovers and day-old bread on hand. It's a delicious brunch dish. I love that it's prepared the night before, which allows me to focus on making other...