INGREDIENTS: 9-inch pastry pie shell, par-baked 4 tablespoons butter 1 cup leeks, thinly sliced 1/2 lb. fresh mushrooms (mixed varieties, okay), chopped 1 cup (about 1/4 lb.) Swiss cheese, shredded 1 1/2 cups half and half 4 eggs, beaten 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon white pepper METHOD: Preheat oven to 350°. In a large sauté...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 2 ounces butter 6 ounces onions, chopped 20 ounces cream 6 large eggs 8 ounces aged cheddar, grated* 8 ounces grilled carrots, chopped 8 ounces grilled eggplant, chopped 8 ounces grilled red peppers, chopped 8 ounces grilled summer squash, chopped Salt and pepper to taste METHOD: Preheat oven to 325°F. Coat oven-proof large baking...Read More

Frittata can be served either warm or cold. It is great as part of a picnic lunch, a potluck brunch, or served with a little warm French bread for dinner. Frittata is one of the best ways to use up leftover vegetables. Double the recipe and use a 9 x 13-inch pan if you are...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 1 bunch (roughly 1 ¼ pounds) medium asparagus Salt and fresh ground pepper 1 1/2 tablespoon butter 1/1/2 tablespoons olive oil 8 ounces oyster mushrooms (or buttons) sliced or broken into 1/2-inch bits 1 small brown onion, peeled and cut into medium dice 1/2 loaf of bread such as French, francese, or ciabatta, crust...Read More

This is a wonderful, flavorful dish to serve for brunch or a light dinner. INGREDIENTS: 1 tablespoon butter 1 tablespoon olive oil 3 onions, cut in half and sliced thinly 2 medium potatoes, diced 12 eggs 3/4 cup half and half 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground 1/2 cup Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 1 tablespoon butter 1 medium onion, diced 12 extra-large eggs 1 cup heavy cream 4 ounces cream cheese, cubed or fresh goat cheese, crumbled 1/2 lb. smoked salmon, chopped 6 scallions, chopped, white and tops 3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/4 teaspoon fresh lemon zes...Read More

This is a delectable brunch dish or main course for a light dinner. INGREDIENTS: 3 extra large eggs, beaten 1/2 cup mayonnaise 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1/2 cup half and half 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon white pepper 1 cup fresh lump crab meat 1 1/2 cups Swiss cheese, grated 1/2 cup green onions, chopped...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 1 cup Canadian bacon, diced* 1/4 cup minced shallots 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons brandy 1 1/2 cups Jarlsberg Swiss cheese, grated 1 cup heavy cream 4 eggs 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon sour cream 1/4 teaspoon white pepper Dash nutmeg Additional 2 tablespoons butter Fresh parsley, if desired 1 recipe Pate Brisee (below)...Read More

“This is one of my family’s favorite brunch dishes.” ~ Catherine Barr INGREDIENTS: 4 cups broccoli, coarsely chopped 4 cups cauliflower, coarsely chopped 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, grated 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated 1 cup onions, chopped 2 cups breadcrumbs 1 egg Salt and pepper to taste. METHOD: Preheat oven to 325°F. Steam...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 1/2 cup butter 4 ounces cream cheese 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 pound fresh spinach, washed and trimmed or 1 package(10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach 1 cup grated Cheddar cheese (4 ounces) 1 cup grated Swiss cheese (4 ounces) 3 eggs, lightly beaten 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/2 cup milk 10 slices...Read More