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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 tater tot ham scramble

Tater Tot Ham Scramble

Breakfast can be the most delicious meal of the day too! Ham, peppers, and potatoes give scrambled eggs a hearty and tasty boost. Top with some hot sauce or ketchup if desired.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for crisp banana waffles

Crisp Banana Waffles

Delicious weekend brunch recipe (but easy enough for weekday breakfasts too!)

Method:   waffle maker
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for breakfast chilaquiles

Breakfast Chilaquiles

Fried tortillas are coated in a zesty tomato sauce and shredded cheese and topped with a poached or fried egg. A delicious Mexican-style breakfast.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours


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 low-fat chicken and mushroom quiche

Low-Fat Chicken and Mushroom Quiche

This healthy recipe has a lot to love--mushrooms, diced chicken, and shallots with tarragon all together in an egg mixture baked up in a crispy crust.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

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recipe for adrian's scrambled eggs

Adrian's Scrambled Eggs

It's amazing what a simple dash of an herb or spice can do to dress up something as basic as scrambled eggs.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 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

recipe for sausage & pepper crustless quiche

Sausage & Pepper Crustless Quiche

Cut the carbs with this tasty crustless quiche

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 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 german puffed pancake with spiced apples

German Puffed Pancake With Spiced Apples

Made with powdered sugar, ground cinnamon, eggs, milk, flour, salt, apples, butter, sugar

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for classic denver omelet

Classic Denver Omelet

Also known as a Western omelet, this breakfast dish is made from eggs, ham, bell pepper, and onion. This version has the filling cooked right into the egg instead of the more...

Method:   stovetop
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 jfk's favorite waffles

JFK's Favorite Waffles

Tired of the same old waffles? This is a delicious and easy to make breakfast option. Serve with a variety of sweet toppings.

Method:   waffle maker
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for deluxe scrambled eggs

Deluxe Scrambled Eggs

Whether you prefer your scrambled eggs simple or loaded with toppings, these deluxe eggs are sure to please everyone at the table.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


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 creamed eggs on toast

Creamed Eggs On Toast

Made with bread, butter, flour, milk, hard boiled eggs

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for healthier oatmeal waffles

Healthier Oatmeal Waffles

If you're looking for a healthier take on waffles, give these oatmeal waffles a try. They're packed with healthy ingredients that are sure to please even the pickiest of...

Method:   waffle maker
Time:   under 30 minutes


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 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 amish breakfast casserole

Amish Breakfast Casserole

This Amish casserole is unsurprisingly simple and delicious. Fried bacon and onions with eggs, hash browns, and three types of cheese is filling enough to feed a village.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for orange ginger muffins

Orange Ginger Muffins

Made with real oranges, a hint of ginger, and fresh orange juice, these muffins are a flavorful treat. Easy to bake and perfect for any occasion, enjoy a muffin that's both tangy...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 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 pineapple upside-down muffins

Pineapple Upside-Down Muffins

This recipe turns a classic dessert into muffins, complete with pineapple rings and maraschino cherries. Ideal for a basic afternoon snack or breakfast addition.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for beefy scrambled eggs

Beefy Scrambled Eggs

Made with butter or margarine, black pepper, parsley, dried beef, eggs, cream cheese

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chinese scrambled eggs

Chinese Scrambled Eggs

Made with sour cream, chives, eggs, soy sauce, salt, vegetable oil, black or white pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for copycat fitch house sour cream waffles

Copycat Fitch House Sour Cream Waffles

You're probably in one of two groups. Either you own a waffle iron and are about to make this recipe, or you're currently doing some online shopping for waffle...

Method:   waffle maker
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for vinegar pancakes

Vinegar Pancakes

Vinegar in your flapjacks? Don't knock it 'til you try it. A little splash of vinegar might just be the secret ingredient for the fluffy pancakes you've been searching for your whole...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for mama's frittata

Mama's Frittata

Mama sure knows how to whip up a frittata. This pan of eggs and potato is actually pretty similar to a Spanish omelette, so maybe it's more like la frittata de Mama.

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 blueberry french toast casserole

Blueberry French Toast Casserole

Made with water, cornstarch, bread, cream cheese, blueberries, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, maple syrup, sugar

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for crispy french toast

Crispy French Toast

A crispy coating but tender inside, this French toast is the ultimate breakfast.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for healthy spinach and mushroom omelet

Healthy Spinach And Mushroom Omelet

This omelet is packed with fresh veggies and lean protein to provide you with some healthy calories to get through the day.

Method:   stovetop
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 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 buttermilk pecan waffles

Buttermilk Pecan Waffles

There's nothing quite like a stack of hot, fresh buttermilk pecan waffles to start your day off right.

Method:   waffle maker
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for southwest corn and spam muffins

Southwest Corn And Spam Muffins

Made with jalapeno cheese, diced mild green chilies, yellow corn meal, flour, baking powder, sugar, egg, milk, creamed corn, Spam luncheon meat

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for garden benedict

Garden Benedict

Eggs Benedict gets a fresh facelift with the addition of avocado, tomato, and alfalfa sprouts

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

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 overnight slow cooker apple oatmeal

Overnight Slow Cooker Apple Oatmeal

Overnight oats are the best for stress-free mornings. Using a slow cooker changes the game a bit so you have a steaming hot breakfast first thing in the morning.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for crispy bacon and scrambled eggs

Crispy Bacon and Scrambled Eggs

Made with bacon, eggs, sour cream or half & half, water, salt, black pepper, bacon drippings

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for jumbo blueberry crumb muffins

Jumbo Blueberry Crumb Muffins

Jumbo muffins are loaded up with blueberries and topped with a spiced crumb topping.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for dulce de leche waffles

Dulce de Leche Waffles

These waffles are for the dessert lover! Start with mini frozen waffles (or homemade if you're feeling industrious) and top them with Nutella and caramel sauce. Decadent!


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for diabetic breakfast pizza

Diabetic Breakfast Pizza

Kick start your morning the right way with this diabetic breakfast pizza because who says you can't have pizza for breakfast and keep it healthy?

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for donna treat's hillbilly chocolate gravy and biscuits

Donna Treat's Hillbilly Chocolate Gravy And Biscuits

Made with peanut butter, biscuits, flour, sugar, cocoa powder, salt, milk, vanilla extract, butter

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for banana crepes with raspberry melba sauce

Banana Crepes With Raspberry Melba Sauce

Whip up a breakfast that's more like dessert with these banana crepes with raspberry melba sauce. It's a fruity, tangy, and slightly boozy treat that'll make...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for baked eggs in mushroom sauce

Baked Eggs In Mushroom Sauce

These little individual breakfast casseroles are too cute, and mighty tasty too. Baking eggs in a creamy, savory mushroom sauce is a refreshing break from omelets and...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for banana cinnamon pancakes

Banana Cinnamon Pancakes

Tender banana pancakes topped with a butter rum sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for breakfast monster cookies

Breakfast Monster Cookies

A breakfast-themed cookie loaded with oats, peanut butter, and dried fruit. These hearty cookies are perfect for an on-the-go breakfast or a mid-morning snack.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for strawberry almond pancakes with strawberry syrup

Strawberry Almond Pancakes With Strawberry Syrup

Made with fresh strawberries, mascarpone cheese, water, almond extract, almond paste, pancake mix, butter

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for yogurt pancakes

Yogurt Pancakes

Adding yogurt to the batter is a brilliant way to get moist pancakes every time. Top them off with fresh, matching fruit and you're in fruity flapjack heaven.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes





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