Here’s my very first try at a frittata! And it was easy and delicious! This flavor combo is incredible. Serve with a side of fruit for breakfast or with a side salad for lunch. Delish! Ingredients: 6 eggs 3/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese, divided 2 Tablespoons half & half 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest 1 teaspoon kosher salt ...
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This recipe was in my local paper last weekend, and while I already have two really good potato salad recipes on here, this one looked too good to pass up. So I made it for a school picnic and it was devoured! It’s really, really good! And if you divide the salad into 6...
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You may think that this KP original recipe for mini meatloaves is nothing more than a glorified meatball. And you’re probably right But aren’t they fun??? My kids LOVED these and I may have eaten 4 myself (I’ll never confess the truth!) Try them for something different the next time a pound of ground beef...
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Here’s an oldie but a goodie! Egg salad is great for breakfast, lunch, and even brunch. Serve it on a toasted bagel for a quick breakfast sandwich, or serve it on Danish Wheat Bread with lettuce and tomato for lunch. For brunch, serve it as individual finger food by slicing a fresh baguette into...
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Spinach, artichokes, garlic, Asiago cheese, pine nuts, nutmeg…need I say more? Ingredients: 2 fresh garlic cloves, chopped 2 shallots, chopped 6 oz. fresh spinach 1 Tablespoon butter 7 oz. canned artichoke hearts, drained and chopped 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1/8 teaspoon cayenne 3 eggs 1 1/2 cups milk 3/4 cup Asiago cheese, grated 1/4 cup...
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Here’s one I made up as I went along. But it turned out so good, I think you should try it! This recipe makes enough for one person (if you’re hungry)–or share it with someone ya love and serve with fresh melon slices. Ingredients: 3 eggs 1 Tablespoon water 1 Tablespoon red bell pepper, chopped 1 Tablespoon fresh mushrooms,...
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This version of an egg bake comes from my dear friend Susan. We worked together years ago, and one day she brought leftovers of this strata to lunch. I think I ate more of her lunch that day than she did The combination of fresh mushrooms and onions, sourdough bread, savory sausage, and sharp...
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Fantastic breakfast idea for feeding a crowd! This is a KP original recipe (based on a casserole that my Mom makes) and is a family favorite. Whenever I make it, I get rave reviews! Ingredients: 1 lb. sourdough bread, day-old, cut into 1-inch cubes 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded 8 eggs, slightly beaten 4 cups milk 1 Tablespoon dried...
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Americans eat this for breakfast with toast–the French eat this for lunch with a tossed salad. Either way, it’s delish! The key to successful omelet making is having an 8-inch, non-stick skillet to cook with. Don’t even try making an omelet in the wrong size skillet–unless you want scrambled eggs This is a KP...
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You know that fantastic soup they serve at Greek restaurants?? Well this is it! It’s called Avgolemono, and it’s so easy to make and soooo delicious. Probably my favorite soup ever! Serve a steaming hot bowl with warm pita bread on a cold day. Mmmmm. Recipes comes from cdkitchen.com. Ingredients: 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth 3/4 cup long-grain...
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