Just as the first fall of snow brings magic and excitement, the last bit of snow has its own share of excitement and games. At least at our house. The last bit of snow brings a mix of emotions, especially on a year, like this one, where snowfall has been so minimal. Even as the weather grows warm again, our prayers continue for the needed moisture to keep our western region safe from fire and drought. Yet even this year, there is still that mix of emotions we feel every year. There is an undeniable excitement for spring, for more…
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This Sourdough Cinnamon Roll recipe will become a cherished favorite with a dough that is lightly sweet, fluffy, and easy to work with, wrapped around just the right amount of spice and sugar. It says “yum” in every mouthful. A Search for THE Recipe I love making cinnamon rolls. There is just something cozy about spices mixed together with butter and rolled around sweet bread. I mean… yum! Several years, as our growing family went from three to four, I determined that we needed to create traditions. Among my list of yearly to-dos that I hope will someday become cherished…
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Fall is in full swing. The leaves have changed color and the air is getting crisp. It’s firewood cutting season. It’s hunting season where I come from. And that means that it’s peppernut season at our home. Though Peppernuts might be a Scandinavian favorite around Christmas time, fond memories of firewood getting and hunting trips have me craving these spiced bites of goodness as soon as the weather turns cold. No hunting trip would be the same without a pile of peppernuts tucked away in your coat pocket as you trudge through the snowy mountains. Nor would a long, cold…
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This Backwards French Toast is backwards in more than one way. Not your typical French Toast breakfast, but one that will leave you wanting to eat it again. Eat with syrup or without, this breakfast is simple and sweet in the best of ways. A little over a year ago my husband treated our family for breakfast at a local restaurant. As a family always living on a tight budget, eating out is a rare occurrence. But of course when we do get the opportunity, especially as a planned outing at a sit-down-restaurant (as opposed to a quick zip through…
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This is a Basic French Toast recipe, but with an added secret ingredient to give it a deeper flavor. Just five simple ingredients that whisk up in minutes for a solid and delicious morning breakfast. I am a breakfast lover. I love almost every breakfast food offered on the menu at any local café. But hands down my all time favorite breakfast is Basic French Toast. Perhaps it is the simplicity of taking a mere slice of bread and turning into something delectable. Or that the eggs and bread make for a solid stand-alone meal. Whatever the magic is, there…
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These Sweet Breakfast Crepes are quick and easy to make on even your busiest morning. Their light and elastic texture are perfect for wrapping your favorite fruits, berries, butters, and jams. Perfect for a delightful morning wrap on your way out the door, or a delicate sit-down meal. Oh, and did I mention they are easy?! Growing up in rural Idaho, crepes were certainly not a meal that ever made it onto our breakfast table. In fact, I am quite certain the first time I ever heard the word “crepe” was from one of my older sister’s friends telling my…
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This is one of our family’s favorite ways to eat leftover rice. It tastes great as an evening snack or for a delicious breakfast. Leftover rice soaked in milk with a splash of vanilla, honey or sugar, and some seasoning – it is simple comfort all in a bowl. Most rice pudding recipes call for dry rice that is soaked in milk and baked for an extended period of time. This method for making rice pudding uses leftover rice, significantly shortening the time it takes to have this treat on your table and ready to eat. Not only does it…
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A whole wheat version of our basic pancake recipe, these pancakes are delicious and nutritious all in one bite. Fluffy on the inside, crispy on the outside, and a whole lot of yummy goodness all over. We eat a lot of pancakes at our house. When asked what we should have for breakfast as a toddler, my oldest always said (and I mean always) emphatically “pancakes!” Pancakes on Monday. Pancakes on Tuesday. Pancakes on Wed– well, you get the idea. We ate a lot of pancakes, and we still do! Though I have to say our weekly breakfast routines have…
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Nothing says breakfast quite like a stack of pancakes – that is, until you bring out a plate of pancakes with a slice or two of bacon on the side – now that’s a winning plate for sure. Pancakes (as well as oatmeal) are breakfast staples at our house. With a house full of little kids, pancakes – not just for breakfast, but also for the occasional easy dinner on those extra hectic days – is always a win. Served with a drizzle of honey, maple syrup, or homemade fruit and berry syrups. Or decorated with fresh fruit, frozen berries,…
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I realized the other day that I am not original. Back in my undergraduate years, I had this amazing takeout napkin business plan for a breakfast restaurant that was going to be great! The college town I was living in at the time didn’t have a pancake house. And again, it was a college town. In fact, the nearest breakfast joint was a good 35 minute drive in another town. It was perfect. I could open up my pancake house around noon, hire a few college students (which were a dime a dozen) to work six hour shifts in the…





