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Breakfast and Brunch

Breakfast and Brunch

Start your day off right with a delicious breakfast. CDK has recipes for breakfast on the go, family style pancake breakfasts, or brunch with friends. Everything from kid-friendly breakfast pizza to elegant crepes.



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recipe for eggs in purgatory

Eggs In Purgatory

These eggs may be in purgatory, but you'll be in heaven! Also known as shakshuka, this underappreciated dish is best served with good bread to mop up all the tomatoey, eggy goodness.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for copycat mcdonald's apple muffins

Copycat McDonald's Apple Muffins

Quick-to-make apple muffins prepared with a blend of apple pie filling and cake mix. Perfect for busy mornings, these treats bake in just 25-30 minutes and store well...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for chilaquiles mexican eggs

Chilaquiles Mexican Eggs

Mexican style scrambled eggs with onions, green chiles, cheese, and crispy tortillas.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for basic pancake batter

Basic Pancake Batter

Pancakes are always a breakfast favorite. Try them with fruit syrups, bacon or sausage crumbled into the batter, or with chocolate chips added in.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for oven-perfect creamy scrambled eggs

Oven-Perfect Creamy Scrambled Eggs

If you've ever stood over a frying pan making batches of scrambled eggs for a crowd, this recipe is for you. They're perfect on their own or for breakfast burritos.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

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recipe for cheddar breakfast strata

Cheddar Breakfast Strata

A delicious and simple overnight breakfast casserole made with sharp Cheddar cheese, bread, milk, eggs, and seasonings.

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for brown sugar pancakes

Brown Sugar Pancakes

Brown sugar pancakes are a delicious and easy way to start your day. These pancakes are made with brown sugar, flour, milk, eggs, vanilla and baking powder, and are served with...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for breakfast pork sausage

Breakfast Pork Sausage

For the best breakfast pork sausage, start with pork shoulder as it is flavorful and has the perfect fat-to-meat ratio. Add the spices and form into links or patties.


Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for slow cooker irish oatmeal

Slow Cooker Irish Oatmeal

Sweet add-ins like cranberries and figs make these Irish oats better still, and making them overnight in the crockpot is best of all.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for slow cooker sausage and egg casserole

Slow Cooker Sausage And Egg Casserole

A great breakfast for house guests or holidays. Fix it the night before and in the morning breakfast is served!

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for hawaiian waffles with pineapple and coconut

Hawaiian Waffles With Pineapple And Coconut

Coconut and pineapple waffles topped with bananas and maple syrup. A delicious breakfast from scratch!

Method:   waffle maker
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for slow cooker ham and taters breakfast casserole

Slow Cooker Ham And Taters Breakfast Casserole

What happens when you mix ham, tater tots, and eggs? A glorious breakfast casserole that's irresistibly tasty and perfect for sharing - or not.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for buttermilk pancake & waffle mix

Buttermilk Pancake & Waffle Mix

Skip the hassle and reach for this buttermilk mix for homemade pancakes and waffles, requiring just a few extra ingredients to get delicious results.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for gourmet greek omelet

Gourmet Greek Omelet

Some simple Greek flavors take your breakfast from "ok" to "opa!" The tender omelet is filled with spinach, feta cheese, and herbs.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for bacon and egg burrito

Bacon And Egg Burrito

Ready in mere minutes, this is a tasty and simple breakfast. Just eggs, bacon, and cheese wrapped up in a flour tortilla.

Method:   microwave, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for deep dish frittata

Deep Dish Frittata

If you love cooking omelets for yourself but hate slaving over them for a crowd, let this frittata into your life. It's chock full of veggies and prosciutto for some high quality...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for leftover frittata

Leftover Frittata

Isn't it funny how the thrown together, leftover meals sometimes turn into the best ones? A baked frittata is one of the best ways to use up whatever ingredients you've got.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for sugar free blueberry muffins

Sugar Free Blueberry Muffins

A natural way to make a no-sugar-added blueberry muffin. Orange juice adds sweetness and complements the blueberries, nutmeg, and cinnamon.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for peach cobbler waffles

Peach Cobbler Waffles

Fire up that waffle maker because you'll want to try this recipe! Homemade cinnamon and sugar waffles are topped with hot peaches and whipped cream.

Method:   oven, stovetop, waffle maker
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for nutty raisin bran waffles

Nutty Raisin Bran Waffles

How has the breakfast combination of cereal and waffles not taken the world by storm earlier? Throwing in nuts and raisins keeps every bite of the waffles interesting.

Method:   waffle maker
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for extra light and fluffy pancakes

Extra Light and Fluffy Pancakes

The best mornings have not just any pancakes, but light and fluffy ones like these with beaten egg whites and a pinch of sugar added in. Top to your heart's desire and...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for spicy oven roasted bacon

Spicy Oven Roasted Bacon

Sweet and spicy. Bacon is coated in a brown sugar and spice mixture and baked until crisp. Eat as a snack, add to a sandwich, or crumble and use as a crunchy topping for soups...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for raspberry sour cream muffins

Raspberry Sour Cream Muffins

Made with unsalted butter, sugar, eggs, flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, vanilla extract, sour cream

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for german strawberry pancakes

German Strawberry Pancakes

With just a few simple ingredients and a hot skillet, you can create a fluffy, puffy pancake that's perfect for topping with fresh, juicy strawberries and a sprinkle of...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for mexican scrambled eggs

Mexican Scrambled Eggs

Scrambled eggs are mixed with fresh tomatoes, green onions, cilantro, Monterey Jack cheese, and fried tortilla strips.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for breakfast in a cookie

Breakfast In A Cookie

Made with 7-grain cereal, all-purpose flour, whole wheat pastry flour, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, ground allspice, ground cloves, old fashioned oats, raisins

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for slow cooker sausage and cheddar breakfast casserole

Slow Cooker Sausage and Cheddar Breakfast Casserole

Do you dream of waking up to a hot breakfast without having to lift a finger? That dream can be reality with the combo of a slow cooker and some...

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for buckwheat pancakes

Buckwheat Pancakes

These buckwheat pancakes are not only delicious but they are healthier for you than regular pancakes too!

Method:   electric skillet/wok
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for low-fat scrambled eggs and ham

Low-Fat Scrambled Eggs and Ham

Scrambled eggs and ham doesn't have to be loaded up with fat and calories. Using egg whites, lean ham, and whole wheat toast turns a traditionally heavy breakfast into a...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for mini quiche wedding appetizers

Mini Quiche Wedding Appetizers

These miniature quiches are perfect for wedding receptions, baby showers, or any party where you want some easy but elegant finger food.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for perfect scrambled eggs

Perfect Scrambled Eggs

Once you make the perfect scrambled eggs you won't look back. This go-to recipe is as quick and simple as it is good.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for eggs benedict pizza

Eggs Benedict Pizza

Classic eggs Benedict served pizza-style. Pizza dough is topped with Hollandaise sauce, Canadian bacon, cheese, and beaten eggs then baked until golden brown.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for pound cake waffles

Pound Cake Waffles

Waffles were already borderline dessert, so this recipe just decided to kick them over the edge. A zing of citrus zest gives these waffles a pound cake like flavor.

Method:   waffle maker
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cream cheese pancakes

Cream Cheese Pancakes

Cream cheese gets a pancake makeover in this simple dish with eggs and just a hint of sugar. Mix, pour, griddle, and top with something sweet or savory. Easy peasy.

Method:   electric skillet/wok
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for two-cheese spinach and bacon quiche

Two-Cheese Spinach And Bacon Quiche

This spinach and bacon quiche gets extra richness from the addition of Cheddar and Swiss cheese. Makes a great brunch recipe!

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for sausage-egg quesadillas

Sausage-Egg Quesadillas

Made with flour tortillas, breakfast sausage, onion, chili powder, eggs, Cheddar cheese

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for zucchini oven omelet

Zucchini Oven Omelet

A great way to sneak veggies into your breakfast.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for low-fat bacon, egg and cheese pancake muffins

Low-Fat Bacon, Egg And Cheese Pancake Muffins

Tasty breakfast bites made with healthier ingredients like low fat pancake mix, fat free skim milk, and turkey bacon

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for copycat tgi friday's cinnamon swimmer drink

Copycat TGI Friday's Cinnamon Swimmer Drink

Sucker for TGI Friday's sweet cinnamon drink, or just looking for a creamy summer treat? Splashes of cinnamon and caramel syrup are the key.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for apple yogurt smoothie

Apple Yogurt Smoothie

In a hurry? Got a sweet tooth? This apple yogurt smoothie is the answer. Perfect for breakfast or as a midday treat.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for sausage and hash browns breakfast pizza

Sausage And Hash Browns Breakfast Pizza

Crescent roll dough makes up the crust for this breakfast pizza that's topped with sausage, hashbrowns, scrambled eggs and cheese!

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for breakfast sausage enchiladas

Breakfast Sausage Enchiladas

Wake up to a fiesta on your plate with these breakfast sausage enchiladas. It's like your regular breakfast decided to go on a Tex-Mex holiday.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for tvp gravy & biscuits

TVP Gravy & Biscuits

Made with black pepper, salt, TVP granules, soy sauce, water, bouillon cube, flour, poultry seasoning, marjoram

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for gluten-free rice buttermilk pancakes

Gluten-Free Rice Buttermilk Pancakes

Going off gluten doesn't mean pancakes are off the table. Rice flour is the key to keeping these scratch-made flapjacks in your breakfast rotation.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for eggs benedict with creamy hollandaise sauce

Eggs Benedict With Creamy Hollandaise Sauce

Eggs Benny is the go-to special occasion breakfast. This overnight baked version mixes eggs, crumbled English muffins, Swiss cheese, and Canadian bacon in...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for rhode island johnny cakes

Rhode Island Johnny Cakes

Johnny cakes, also known as hoe cakes, are a cornmeal flatbread or pancake. Serve them like you would pancakes, with butter and maple syrup (or other toppings).

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for simple salmon frittata

Simple Salmon Frittata

If you think preparing a restaurant-worthy dish is daunting, think again. Allow this salmon frittata to impress you with its finesse and simplicity.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for bacon swiss squares

Bacon Swiss Squares

These scrumptious squares are kind of like quiche you can eat with your hands. Perfect for brunch. Throw a fried egg on top of the leftovers for an easy, cheesy breakfast.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for breakfast wellington

Breakfast Wellington

Breakfast just got a little more interesting with this Wellington-style casserole made from cooked sausage, thawed broccoli, and cheddar blanketed in flaky crescent rolls.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for grand marnier croissant french toast

Grand Marnier Croissant French Toast

This croissant French toast is the perfect breakfast treat. It is made by soaking buttery croissants in a mixture of Grand Marnier, orange juice and eggs, then...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes





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