This is one of my favorite salads. It is perfect for a summer dinner or brunch. The sweet dressing and pretty strawberries make it seem like a dessert. You can add grilled or poached chicken and cubed avocado to make it into a meal as well.
In a large bowl combine:
1 pound washed spinach leaves
*1 pint of sliced washed strawberries
about 1/2 cup Poppy Seed Dressing (which follows)
Poppy Seed Dressing (makes 1 cup)
In a small saucepan, over low heat melt:
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup rice vinegar
Once sugar has dissolved, remove …

3 cans of cut up raw biscuits
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon cinnamon
1 cup brown sugar
1 stick of butter, melted
2 tablespoons water
Grease circular bunt pan. Cut biscuits into quarters and roll in cinnamon and sugar mixture. Put into bunt pan. Combine brown sugar, melted butter, and water with remaining sugar and cinnamon. Pour evenly over biscuits and bake for 35 minutes at 350 degrees.

Once Fall rolls around, I start to crave these pancakes. They are so flavorful and rich. I serve these to my two year old, because I know she is getting vitamins from the pumpkin, plus she loves the taste of these pancakes!
In a medium bowl, combine:
1 3/4 cups milk
1/2 cup of canned or fresh pureed pumpkin
1 egg
2 tablespoons melted cooled butter
Once whisked together, slowly add:
1 3/4 cups flour
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ginger
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
Once all combined, pour batter onto hot, greased skillet …

This is one of my favorite brunch dishes. It is great for parties because you can make it the day before and store in the refrigerator before cooking. I have served on Christmas morning. I put it in the oven while we unwrapped presents and then served it right after, without having to be in the kitchen all morning.
In a large skillet over medium heat, combine:
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 cups diced zucchini
2 cups chopped mushrooms
1 cup red bell pepper
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
Cook veggies until tender, about …

This is a great topping for pancakes, waffles, french toast, and even cheesecake for a special occasion. Fresh blueberries are best in this recipe, but you can substitute frozen. It will change the texture and taste a little.
2 cups fresh blueberries
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
zest from 1/2 lemon
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
In a saucepan, over medium heat, combine blueberries, sugar, water, and zest. Bring to a boil then reduce to simmer. In a small bowl, combine, cornstarch, lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon water. …

Growing up, my mom always made the best home-made pancakes every weekend. I want to pass on this tradition with my two girls, so I have searched high and low for great pancake recipes, including my mom’s. This one is easy and won’t disappoint. It is my daughter, Avery’s, favorite recipe for pancakes.
In a medium bowl, mix together:
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 cup milk
2 tablespoons melted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 tablespoon sugar
Once combined, add:
3/4 cup flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
Once combined, cook on greased skillet or pan.
Variations: I …

This is a great waffle recipe because it is so fast and easy.  It tastes great and there are so many variations and toppings you can do with waffles.  I have added 1/2 cup chocolate chips or topped with my blueberry sauce for a more special breakfast or brunch.  I have also substituted whole wheat flour for the white flour without compromising taste.
In a medium bowl, combine:
1 cup milk
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 egg, beaten
2 tablespoons, cooled melted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla
Once combined, add:
1 cup flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon …

This is one of my favorite recipes to serve at a brunch or shower. It is easy since it is prepared ahead of time and served cold. This salad can be served on toasted bread, a croissant, butter lettuce, or alone. The crunch and color from the celery makes it a very pretty dish.