Breakfast and Brunch

Bánh xéo (bahn SAY-oh) is a popular street snack in Vietnam, especially in the south. The name means “sizzling pancakes or crepes” and refers to the sound the batter makes when it hits the hot skillet. The shrimp-studded crepe is rolled up in a leaf of lettuce and dipped in nuoc cham dipping sauce before […]

These are soft, simple, but delicious, bars made with yummy ingredients. They’re always a big hit when I make them for my friends and bring them to school. Ingredients: ⅓ cup peanut butter ⅓ cup brown sugar 2 ½ tablespoons butter 1 egg ½ teaspoon vanilla extract 1 ripe banana, mashed ⅔ cup rolled oats ⅓

Turn leftover chicken into this simple and gourmet chicken savory quiche. Shredded chicken, green onions, garlic, and Gouda cheese combine to make a perfect quick and easy dinner. Ingredients: cooking spray 1 frozen puff pastry – thawed, unfolded, and lightly rolled 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon butter 1 cup chopped green onions 2 cloves

A Spanish tortilla is just as tasty when made in your air fryer. This recipe saves on cleanup and reduces oil from the traditional recipes. Try this nestled in a ciabatta roll with some hot sauce. Ingredients: 1 large potato, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil ⅛ cup leek, sliced

Looking for a vegetable with super health powers? Try spinach. It’s packed with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that protect you all your life. Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed thoroughly to remove liquid 4 eggs or equivalent egg substitute 1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

This is a easy but healthy smoothie that anyone can make. A little tang and a dash of sweet combine to make an excellent smoothie! Ingredients: ½ cup 2% milk ½ cup orange juice ½ mango – peeled, seeded, and cut into chunks ½ fresh peach – peeled, pitted, and sliced ¼ cup fresh pineapple

Great brunch item and has many ways to customize this with egg styles and flavors to add. Ingredients: cooking spray 12 slices bacon 10 eggs ¼ cup milk ¼ cup chopped green onion ¼ cup diced jalapeno pepper ¼ cup diced roasted red pepper 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground black pepper ½ cup shredded

This is a moist, delicious, not too sweet bread. It is a favorite with family and friends. Ingredients: 1 cup milk, room temperature 3 tablespoons butter, softened 3 tablespoons honey 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 egg, room temperature 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 3 cups bread flour 2 ¼ teaspoons bread machine yeast 1

You can make your own lox at home. It takes some time, but the investment is well worth it. I prefer my lox without the smoke flavor. Try it once and see if you agree. Ingredients: 1 pound salmon fillet, bones removed ½ cup kosher salt ½ cup white sugar 9 drops liquid smoke flavoring

Easily adaptable into a Monte Cristo by just adding chicken, this wonderful battered then fried sandwich makes a great lunch with a tossed salad. Ingredients: 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 4 tablespoons butter or margarine, softened 6 slices white bread 6 slices Swiss cheese 12 slices thinly sliced deli ham 4 tablespoons all-purpose