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Today, I'm sharing a vintage lemon bread recipe that I know you will love.  In the world of homemade treats, there's something incredibly charming about vintage recipes. They carry with them a sense of nostalgia, a connection to the past, and the comforting flavors of yesteryears.  This vintage recipe combines the tangy brightness of lemons with the sweetness of a simple glaze, resulting in a slice of pure sunshine. Vintage Lemon Glazed Lemon Bread Delicious Glazed Lemon Bread This lemon loaf recipe is from my friend, Robin, and is for the lemon bread her mother always made for her family. It's a very easy-to-make recipe, with no special ingredients other than two beautiful lemons. Choose plump, heavy lemons, so you'll have lots of lovely zest and plenty of lemon juice for a lemony flavor.

 Egg prices may be soaring, but that doesn't mean you have to give up on delicious, protein-packed meals! A budget-friendly egg bake is the perfect way to stretch your grocery dollars while keeping your family satisfied.  This Easy Cheesy Egg Bake with Breakfast Sausage and Spinach is a hearty, flavorful breakfast casserole that makes the most of simple ingredients.  Easy Three Cheese Egg Bake This post contains affiliate links. This dish is packed with protein, fresh veggies, and three kinds of cheese—ricotta, Parmesan, and cheddar—making it an all-in-one meal that works for breakfast, brunch, or even a light dinner. 

Busy mornings and afternoon cravings can leave us scrambling for breakfast or snack options. Thankfully, quick breads are here to save the day! Fuss-free quick breads, like this Amish Cinnamon Loaf, are easy to whip up and deliver big on flavor.  Not only is it bursting with cinnamon spice, but it also freezes like a dream, making it the perfect make-ahead breakfast or snack. A Tasty, Tender Cinnamon Loaf I love to make this recipe ahead so I'm always ready for a visit from my granddaughters. They love the sweet, cinnamony taste.  Having a loaf (or two!) stashed away in the freezer ensures I'm always prepared to greet them with a delicious treat. 

Do you ever find yourself longing for a warm, gooey cinnamon roll, but dreading the thought of a trip to the bakery? Let's ditch the bakery line and whip up some cinnamon roll magic in your own kitchen, using your trusty bread machine. Forget about hours of kneading and endless dishes. This recipe is your shortcut to cinnamon roll bliss, delivering four perfect swirls of fluffy dough, bursting with cinnamon sugar goodness, with minimal effort and maximum satisfaction.  Sound too good to be true? Trust me, it's not. This recipe is so easy, that even kitchen beginners can pull it off, and the aroma that fills your house will have everyone begging for a bite.  Picture this: warm, gooey swirls of dough, bursting with cinnamon sugar goodness. Every bite is a fluffy, frosting-drizzled explosion of happiness. But the best part? This recipe makes just FOUR perfect bakery-worthy rolls so you can enjoy that yummy cinnamon magic without leftovers tak...

How to cook bacon is often hotly debated. Cooking bacon in a pan on the stove has always been an easy go-to method. Cooking bacon in the oven has grown in popularity over time.  Are you curious about which bacon cooking method cooks bacon faster, which method produces the crispiest bacon, or which method offers easier cleanup? Those were the primary questions I wanted to answer in this bacon cooking comparison. How to Cook Bacon (This post includes paid links.) Whether you're a breakfast aficionado or just looking for bacon cooking tips for the quickest, crunchiest, and most hassle-free way to cook your bacon, I've got answers. Check out the Oven vs. Stovetop bacon battle and discover the fastest, crispiest, and easiest way to cook bacon for breakfast.

Fall is in the air, and what better way to celebrate the season than with a delightful batch of homemade apple muffins? These moist and flavorful treats are a cherished family recipe, that was passed down from my mom. These old-fashioned apple muffins are quick and easy to make for cozy fall mornings and will be a perfect addition to your Thanksgiving breakfast or brunch spread. So, get ready to embrace the flavors of autumn as we dive into my mom's apple muffin recipe. Apple Muffins Recipe for Fall (This post includes paid links.) Are you apple-picking this season? Using fresh, locally sourced apples in your muffins can be a great way to celebrate the season and support local growers.

Everyone needs a classic banana bread recipe. This is the moist and delicious recipe we use in my family, and it has two options for making it.   You can either make a traditional banana bread loaf or jazz it up with a crumble topping like you'd find in your favorite coffee shop.  Best Banana Bread Recipe Banana Bread with Crunch Topping Banana bread is delicious any time of day.  It is perfect in the morning with your coffee.  When you need a grab-and-go breakfast, a slice of moist banana bread is a good solution. 

Today, I'm excited to share my recipe for an easy egg bake casserole that is perfect for a hearty breakfast or brunch with family and friends.  With a combination of savory breakfast sausage, sweet and colorful red bell pepper, and gooey melted cheese, this dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

When hosting a weekend brunch or overnight guests, there’s no better way to show your guests that you care than with a warm, homemade breakfast. This blueberry sour cream coffee cake with a crumb topping recipe is the perfect choice to start a leisurely morning.  One bite of this blueberry sour cream coffee cake is comfort food on a fork. Not only is it easy to make, but it’s also a crowd-pleaser that will leave everyone feeling satisfied and happy. The Best Blueberry Sour Cream Coffee Cake This coffee cake is perfect for a cozy weekend brunch, or for a special occasion like Mother's Day. The sour cream and blueberries add an extra level of flavor and texture, making it stand out from traditional coffee cakes.  

What is the best way to cook crisp, tender bacon? Today, let's investigate a new method for cooking bacon on the stove that I'm seeing suggested as a technique that will change your life.  It's frying your bacon in a pan with a small amount of water.  Is cooking bacon with a bit of water in the pan a better way to make bacon? How to Cook Bacon in Water This is a simple, relatively fast way to make perfectly cooked bacon every time. Whether you are looking to impress your guests with a decadent breakfast or just want to enjoy a delicious bacon treat, this technique is the perfect solution.

 When chilly fall mornings are calling for a breakfast with fall flavors, you'll love these pumpkin spice pancakes. Imagine the aroma of pumpkin spice from warm, pumpkin-flavored pancakes topped with melting butter and maple syrup.  You want some, don't you? They are easy to make, so grab a can of pumpkin at the store this week and make them when the fall spirit moves you. Pumpkin Spice Pancakes for Breakfast These pumpkin spice pancakes mix up quickly and cook up light and tender.  Left-over pancakes freeze well and will heat quickly in your microwave for busy mornings.

Making poached eggs is one of the fastest and easiest ways to make eggs for breakfast. Today's post is part of a cooking basics and tips series. Just this week I saw two posts that showed unnecessarily complicated ways of making poached eggs. Complicated egg-making will only frustrate us.  Who needs frustration when making breakfast? No one does! Easy, No-Fuss Poached Eggs

Everyone needs a good coffee cake recipe.  This is mine.   This Sour Cream Streusel Coffee Cake is a quick and easy homemade coffee cake recipe for you to whip up in the morning to serve as a sweet addition to your breakfast or brunch.   Cinnamon Streusel Sour Cream Coffee Cake  (This post contains affiliate links) Traditional Streusel Coffee Cake (This post includes affiliate links) This recipe makes the traditional kind of cake I picture when I hear someone say, "coffee cake".

About this time of year, I start to give up my obsession with all things pumpkin in favor of the tart flavor of cranberries.  Are you with me on this? These Cran-Apple Muffins scream out with fall flavor and that makes them perfect to bake now and add to your Thanksgiving breakfast menu this year. A Taste of Fall with Cranberry-Apple Muffins This delicious cranberry-apple muffin will be perfect for your breakfast table. The combination of sweet and tart is a perfect way to wake up your senses in the morning.   A basket of these freshly-baked muffins on your Thanksgiving breakfast table will be perfect with steaming hot coffee, a cup of tea, or warm apple cider.

Does the weather inspire your cooking? I woke up yesterday at the crack of dawn to a beautiful morning.  The air was still, the sun was rising, and sunlight was breaking through the leaves on the trees in a way that takes your breath away.   Yes, it was a glorious morning, and since I was up I decided to make a batch of Morning Glory Muffins.  I was inspired by the day. Morning Glory Muffins to Start Your Day This post contains affiliate links for your convenience. When you shop using these links I receive compensation that helps support the publishing of this blog. Morning Glory Muffins What are Morning Glory Muffins? Morning Glory muffins are chock full of goodness with dried cranberries. carrots, grated apple, coconut, and walnuts.  They are hearty muffins that will remind you of carrot cake. Yum! The Reasons You Will Love Morning Glory Muffins This recipe makes twelve hearty muffins , full of "good for you" ingredients.  You'll find them to ...

Thanksgiving morning will be here before you know it. Yes, the holiday is coming.  You want it to be special, but hey, there's a lot of cooking to be done.  No one wants to start with a complicated breakfast!  Here are three suggestions for some special breakfast items that you can make ahead.  That way you can relax a little and have a special Thanksgiving breakfast without throwing off your dinner schedule. Fall Breakfast-Cranberry Bread, Cran-apple Muffins, Pumpkin Scones #1  Cranberry Bread Serves 12 Cranberry Bread Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup granulated sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup shortening 1 cup fresh cranberries, chopped 3/4 cup fresh orange juice Zest of one orange 1 large egg, beaten 1/2 cup chopped nuts Raw sugar, for topping, optional Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease a standard loaf pan. In a medium bowl mix the flour, sugar, baking po...

Fall is the season for savoring cozy baked goods, and this Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Scones recipe is here to elevate your autumn mornings. Whether you're planning a leisurely weekend breakfast or preparing a special treat for holiday gatherings, these scones are sure to impress. When you are looking for the perfect scone recipe for fall these pumpkin scones with chocolate chips must be on your list.  Crisp autumn air suggests there's nothing quite like the aroma of warm, freshly baked scones wafting through your home. Fall is the perfect season to embrace the cozy comfort of baked goods, and what better ingredient to spotlight than pumpkin?  Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Scones for Fall These Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Scones are the essence of fall flavors and cozy mornings. They're simple to make, bursting with seasonal goodness, and perfect for sharing with loved ones during holiday gatherings or simply savoring on a crisp autumn morning. 

Just as soon as the calendar flipped to October I predictably started craving all things pumpkin.  Today's recipe is a twofer because this one recipe makes either pumpkin bread, muffins, or both.  Pumpkin Bread and Pumpkin Muffins This post includes affiliate links for your shopping convenience. Pumpkin Bread and Pumpkin Muffins with Streusel Topping Choose whichever form of baked good you prefer and this one recipe will be all that you need.  If you are like me, you'll choose to make a loaf of pumpkin bread  and  a dozen streusel-topped muffins and get the best of both worlds.

Once a year I make this Apple and Pecan Stuffed French Toast.  It is delicious, but not exactly a healthy breakfast.  Decadent...yes, healthy....no.  But, this stuffed French toast is oh, so good.  You must have it at least once a year.  It's perfect for a holiday brunch.  I usually save it for Christmas morning. Apple and Pecan Stuffed French Toast This post contains affiliate links for your convenience.  We receive a small compensation when you shop with these links. Yummy Stuffed French Toast There are a number of reasons this Apple and Pecan Stuffed French Toast is perfect for a holiday breakfast or brunch. You make it in advance. It's a one-pan dish. It can be served hot, warm, or at room temperature. It tastes like you went through a lot of effort.  This French Toast would also make a perfect, over-the-top breakfast for New Year's Day, especially because you can make it ahead of time.  That way you can just pop it in the...

In my opinion, the best breakfast consists of two perfectly fried eggs, crispy bacon, and toast made with hearty bread. This bacon and eggs recipe delivers. Bacon and eggs or eggs and bacon? No matter, it is definitely the breakfast you want on those lazy mornings when you have time to relax around the kitchen table, drinking a cup of coffee or two. The Best Bacon and Eggs Breakfast (This post contains affiliate links for your shopping convenience.  When you make a purchase using these links you help support this blog.) How to Cook Bacon and Eggs My technique was learned from my mom, by watching her make our family's breakfast over and over again, year after year.  This is a basted egg recipe which means the eggs are cooked in bacon grease. Cooking eggs in bacon fat is easy and takes just a little practice to perfect. All you really need for a great bacon and eggs breakfast is a good nonstick skillet and a good toaster . If you want to make your own bre...