Category Archives: Brunch

National French Toast Day – Make Ahead Casserole

Posted on November 27, 2020 by HelenFern

Tomorrow is National French Toast day. But what exactly is French toast? Well, it’s not French. This delectable treat is believed to have originated in Ancient Rome and was called Pan Dulcis. They were dipped in milk, and sometimes egg, … Continue reading →

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Papaya Stuffed with Curried Shrimp

Posted on August 7, 2020 by HelenFern

I had a similar papaya years ago in Laguna Beach. It took me awhile to figure out what all was in it, but I managed to create my own version of a delicious summer lunch. You could also use chicken … Continue reading →

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Grandma’s Blueberry Kuchen

Posted on July 21, 2020 by HelenFern

It’s been a great year for blueberries. I’ve made bread, frozen some, eaten them until I may turn into one!! And then I remembered Grandma’s Kuchen. Kuchen is the German word for cake and Grandma loved to bake. Breads, cakes … Continue reading →

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Buckwheat Pancakes with Strawberries and Cream

Posted on June 3, 2020 by HelenFern

Buckwheat is not wheat at all. It is a gluten free seed from the fagopyrum escuentum plant. These seeds (called groats) can be used like bulgar or ground into a flour. One of my favorite cereals is cream of buckwheat. … Continue reading →

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Polenta and Eggs – Mexican Style

Posted on April 2, 2020 by HelenFern

When I make polenta, I usually make a large batch and freeze some. It works great for a meal on the fly! In this time of pantry cooking, using leftovers and trying to avoid the market, I pulled things out … Continue reading →

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