Category Archives: Brunch

Fall Fruit Compote

I had fruit compote at a event earlier this month and really enjoyed the natural sweetness of it. Certainly a healthier alternative to chocolate candy! Looked for a autumn version and liked this one with its cinnamon and nutmeg. I … Continue reading

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Peaches in Red Wine

In Portuguese, Pessago com vinho. This is from my Portuguese Cooking cookbook which has great pictures. I made these many years ago and they were yummy. I think making with pears would be good too. I just saw a wine … Continue reading

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Vegan Tofu, Asparagus and Spinach Scramble

Original recipe from www.foodnetwork.com. Not in the ingredients below but I could not help myself; I added a little crush garlic.

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Ham, Asparagus and Cheese Casserole

Original recipe from eating well. It called for mixing eggs with egg whites and using skim milk to be healthier. Since I had leftover cream and lots of eggs to use up, took this recipe in a less healthy direction. … Continue reading

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Rhubarb Fruit Salad

My roommate really like rhubarb. Me, not so much. But this recipe sounded good and it is good. Big hit when we first made it. Lots of requests for recipes.

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Moroccan-Inspired Quinoa Salad

Found this recipe on recipage.com after searching for spring brunch recipes. It was a big hit and I’ve gotten a lot of requests for it.

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Salmon Quiche

From allrecipes.com, recipe by Stef.  She notes: “My father made this while I was growing up on the holidays for family who didn’t like turkey or ham.  It’s become a staple in my holiday dinners as well.  I have never … Continue reading

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Eggs in Spicy Tomato Sauce

I’ve made this several times.  It’s one of my favorites from Uma Casa Portuguesa – Portuguese Home Cooking.  Usually have made 4 to 8 servings, never bigger than that.  

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Holiday Brunch Menu

This is a work in progress.  Here’s what we got so far. Beverages Coffee Orange Juice Bloody Marys Mimosas Brunch Chris’ Homemade Cherry Scones Salmon Quiche Winter Fruit Salad with Lemon Poppy Seed Dressing Roasted Asparagus  

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Glazed Lemon-Blueberry Loaf

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