Pineapple Loaded Hawaiian Muffins

Hawaiian Muffins

Inspired by my daughter’s recent trip to Hawaii and the nautical gifts she so generously brought back for Kitchen Getaway. I know Missy, the picture isn’t showing off my gifts in the best light. But the muffins look great!

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Oats, Apples, & Raisins Breakfast Bars

Breakfast Bars

If you like oatmeal, apples and raisins for breakfast you will surely like this! Ah yes, it works as a lite dessert, too. This recipe makes 8 large bars with minimal sugar and a bit of butter for richness.  No added sugar to the Granny Smith apples … even my sweet tooth finds it just sweet enough.

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Valentine’s Day Maybe’s

Valentine's Day DeliciousnessWhat a great day to whip up a special treat! Here are some of my favorites or are they his favorites! Any one of these recipes will make Valentine’s Day special. From red wine sauce over ice cream to amazing waffles … it’s the perfect day to try out an incredibly simple delicious recipe. Hey, even if it’s just for you!

Tiramisu

Bacon Pecan Maple Buttermilk Waffles

Italian Scramble

Pancakes and Strawberry Syrup

Dessert with Wine Sauce

Salmon and Pasta

Happy Valentine’s Day to everyone! And especially to Steve and Marc or Ed, my fav’s!


Another Version of Grandmother Rose’s Peas

Peas Linguica and Eggs, a Portuguese Breakfast or Dinner

Peas Linguica Eggs

Loved my Grandmother’s peas. Always served as a side dish. I don’t remember anyone else eating them … Maybe because I kept the bowl close and ignored the nonverbal cues, frequently used at our table, to pass the dish. My bad!

I’ve taken her recipe a bit further and added a few different ingredients. I think you’ll like this Portuguese Breakfast Style that can second as a dinner meal. I probably don’t need to tell you but this is not a light dish. Sometimes you just gotta have linguica!

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Hamburger Hash

Hamburger HashRight out of the 40’s! But I’ve heard Hash is making a comeback! Warning: This only has three ingredients not including salt and pepper the cooking makes all the difference in taste. Caramelization is the secret! A well-seasoned cast iron skillet or other heavy bottomed skillet will do … And the trick is to not turn or stir the ingredients frequently. Otherwise, the dish will be far from flavorful and you might find yourself adding bell pepper, salsa, avocado and any other ingredient you can think of to make up for the loss in taste.

So, you might be asking why try this! It’s tasty, quick, economical and well liked. Great for a quick dinner or a large breakfast spread.

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Easy Delicious Sticky Buns

Easy Sticky Buns

This is what happens when you put too much topping. Catch the excess topping on a cookie sheet or parchment paper … The kids or the kid in you will love it!

These sticky buns are so simple to make. You’re just going to love these Easy Sticky Buns.

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Scones In Any Flavor

Scones

This is a basic scone recipe with multiple flavor possibilities. It’s just ever so slightly sweet that adding meat or cheese isn’t out of place. Use it for your leftover turkey and cranberry sauce for a savory lunch or snack. Or simply add Meyer lemon zest and chopped cranberries for a more acceptable tea accompaniment. This scone recipe doesn’t remind one of sweet rolls or a sweet breakfast treat. It definitely has a biscuit taste and texture. Simple and few ingredients.

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Turkey and More

Savory or Sweet Scones Coming Up Next

Savory or Sweet Scones

Left to Right, row 1: Bacon Pecan Maple Buttermilk Waffles, Fluffy Donuts, Oatmeal Muffins, Breakfeast, Gingerbread Muffins row 2: Eggs Ham Mushrooms, Breakfast Burrito row 3: Eggs Potatoes & Spinach, Date Nut Bars row 4: Best Coffee Cake, Strawberry Banana Pineapple Smoothie row 5: Spice Cake Donuts, Healthy Oatmeal Breakfast, Sausage Peppers Onions, Best Banana Bread, Cinnamon Rolls

Lots of Family and Food over the last days. It’s been great fun! Thinking of what to do with my few turkey left overs. Decided to try out my new scone baking dish. And going to try adding a little of this and that to my recipe, making a variety. Maybe cranberries, turkey, cheese, Meyer lemon. The lemon tree is full this year. Can’t wait!

Since we look at scones as a breakfast food most often here are a few of past Kitchen Getaway Breakfast Recipes. And I’ve added the two Dinner Recipes below specific for cooked turkey. In the meantime, I’ll be in the kitchen coming up with some great scones to share with you later.

Turkey Leftovers

Turkey Chicken or Tuna Dish

Turkey and Wild Rice



Overnight Yeast Donuts

When Time Is Limited

Yeast Donuts

Partial to Yeast Donuts but don’t have enough time to make them? Mix these up in about 20 minutes and refrigerate overnight. Next morning roll out and let rise about 50 minutes. Cook up on your stovetop in minutes. And make a “Gingerbread Man” for the little one.

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Bacon Pecan Maple Buttermilk Waffles

(with Options)

Bacon Pecan Maple Buttermilk Waffles

Breakfast is a favorite meal for my family. With four children and their spouses you might imagine food choices are many. We might agree on waffles … but what kind? This recipe can be changed up as you go. And with my new waffle iron that reminds me the waffles are done … and no more stuck on results it’s become a cinch.

I’ve used shortcuts here and there. So, this can be done with the distraction of a crowd and still present with excellent results.

Give it try! You won’t be disappointed.

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