Father’s Day in our house usually means a barbecue in the late afternoon. This year, we are switching it up and having a Father’s Day brunch. There will be a melon berry fruit platter with fresh mint, Prosecco and peach nectar spritzers, creamy scrambled eggs with fresh herbs, and warm scones. The star dish will…
The Full English: In Praise of the UK’s Most Beloved Breakfast
Once the epitome of conspicuous consumption—a way for the landed gentry to flaunt their wealth—the English breakfast remains at the top of the foodie hit list for visitors to the UK. Indeed, leaving without having at least one full English is tantamount to heresy—certainly on par with swerving grits in the Southern United States, or…
The Family Table: Norwegian Pancakes, a Treat for National Day and Beyond
Submitted by Charlotte Christiansen McDonald, Salt Lake City, Utah As the fourth child of first-generation, American-born Norwegians, my siblings and I do a lot of celebrating with traditional Norwegian foods from both southern and northern Norway, especially during Christmas: lutefisk and boiled potatoes, salmon, rice cream, and a variety of cookies. The most beloved food, often made…
Overnight Waffles Are the Perfect Treat for Mom
Overnight waffles (also known as raised or yeasted waffles) are very old-school. They do require advanced planning, but they are the crispiest, tastiest waffles on the planet. They are very light and airy because they contain yeast—the magic ingredient that makes bread rise. Make the batter before bed (or even earlier in the day). When…
The Humble Glory of Oatmeal
“You have to eat oatmeal or you’ll dry up. Anybody knows that.” The above claim has never been disproved. It was authored by Kay Thompson and uttered by a 6-year-old girl named Eloise, who lived in The Plaza Hotel in New York with Weenie the dog and Skipperdee the turtle. Ever since I first saw…
Sticky Toffee Pancakes
Sticky toffee pudding is a traditional English dessert, technically a cake, served hot and studded with dates. While our pancakes do not have any dates in them, a half cup of them, chopped, can easily be added to the rich molasses and spice batter. These pancakes should be served and eaten immediately because the toffee…
The Healing Power of Crumpets and Tea
A few years ago, my husband and I spent two weeks visiting family in England. We spent those early days of March blissfully free of the wind and snow that seems to linger at our Pennsylvania home, enjoying blooming daffodils in public gardens and alongside country roads. One day, the weather was warm enough to…
Leek, Spinach, and Potato Frittata
Leeks and spinach are a great combination to use in a frittata. With the addition of thinly sliced potatoes and cheese, this frittata is a great midweek supper or a welcome dish at a ladies’ lunch. It’s also the perfect vehicle for using up leftover vegetables—it can be an exploration of flavors every time you…
Bring This Diner Staple Home for St. Patrick’s Day
We wanted a recipe for this diner staple that was easy to make in every home kitchen. In a large bowl, we tossed together 1/2-inch cubes of cooked corned beef from the deli counter, unpeeled russet potatoes, and carrots, which offered pretty pops of color. We also added shredded cabbage and sliced onion and combined…
A New Way to Love Bran Muffins
Do you love bran muffins with your morning coffee or tea? It’s often my go-to breakfast on the go. So, it was a total delight to discover that bran muffin batter could also be baked in a loaf pan. My friend had been telling me about this recipe she had culled from a number of…
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