Category Archives: Breakfast

Asparagus Mushroom Potato Hash

Asparagus Mushroom Potato Hash by Alison's AllspiceFor all of you that love asparagus as much as I do, lets try some for breakfast!  I serve this asparagus mushroom potato hash with sunny side up eggs for a filling breakfast that is full of veggies.

How often do you eat veggies for breakfast?  Eating your vegetables at breakfast is a great way of incorporating more of them into your diet.  Veggies for breakfast is definitely something that I don’t do often enough. Continue reading

Pepper and Onion Naan Breakfast Pizza

Pepper and Onion Naan Breakfast Pizza by Alison's AllspiceBreakfast pizza has long been a favorite food of mine.  I don’t make it very much, however, because it’s usually not very healthy, and it isn’t traditionally fast.  This pepper and onion naan breakfast pizza is healthier, as well as quick and easy!

Have you tried naan flat breads?  I was first exposed to them as an side for curries, but they have many more uses!  I used toaster size naan (mini) in this recipe, which was perfect for a single egg! Continue reading

Apple Cinnamon Quinoa Breakfast Bowls

Apple Cinnamon Quinoa Breakfast Bowls by Alison's AllspiceOne food type that I think people tend to overlook when it comes to breakfast is whole grains!  Cereals boast that they are made from whole grains, but how often do you cook your own for breakfast?  I think these apple cinnamon quinoa breakfast bowls will have you cooking grains for breakfast all the time! Continue reading

Zucchini Tomato Fritatta for One

Zucchini Tomato Fritatta for One by Alison's AllspiceI am a huge fan of eggs, but my husband is not.  Therefore, having eggs has become a treat I enjoy when I’m only cooking for myself.  This zucchini tomato fritatta for one is a perfect light summer lunch, just for me!

This spring I fell in love with this kale and potato fritatta, but it was a little too much to eat all by myself.  Summertime zucchini and tomato fill the fritatta up, but keep it light. Continue reading

Kale and Potato Frittata

Kale and Potato Frittata by Alison's AllspiceThis simple kale and potato frittata has become  standard lunch fair on Saturdays at my house.  Frittata’s are a great clean-out-the-fridge meal, but are also special enough to excite!

I love the combination of kale and potatoes in this frittata.  Potatoes make it hearty and filling, and kale adds nice color, as well as nutritional value!  Really any veggies will do, but this is my favorite, and I usually have the ingredients on hand. Continue reading

Avocado Breakfast Tostadas with Fried Eggs

Avocado Breakfast Tostadas by Alison's AllspiceLet’s be completely honest today.  I didn’t make these avocado breakfast tostadas for breakfast.  Fried eggs are perfect for any time of the day, and made a speedy lunch this last weekend when I was busy!

I love it when you can pull leftover ingredients from the fridge and pantry and have the perfect amount for a delicious meal.  I had three leftover corn tortillas and some cilantro from this black bean taco recipe with corn radish salsa! Continue reading

Vegan Biscuits and Gravy with Tempeh Sausage

Vegan Biscuits and Gravy by Alison's AllspiceIn southern Illinois, we have a vegetarian cafe that makes a mean biscuits and gravy.  My husband adores their dish, so naturally, I had to replicate it.  Luckily, he like my vegan biscuits and gravy better!

For my biscuits and gravy, I make a homemade tempeh sausage.  This is really the star of the dish, and where all the flavor comes from.  If you’re not vegan, or don’t care for meat substitutes, you still need to check out those biscuits! Continue reading

Thin Swedish Oatmeal Pancakes

Thin Swedish Oatmeal Pancakes by Alison's AllspiceThis month’s recipe redux theme was “Show us your family favorite recipes for  springtime celebrations.” When I think of a family favorite recipe, I always think of thin Swedish oatmeal pancakes, and they can be enjoyed anytime of the year!

Kids and adults alike enjoy pancakes, especially these hearty oatmeal pancakes.  My family always spread the table with all kinds of toppings too, like peanut butter, jelly, honey, maple syrup, fried eggs, and fruit.  Banana and maple syrup were always my favorite toppings! Continue reading

Hearty Barley and Kale Breakfast Bowl

Hearty Barley and Kale Breakfast Bowl by Alison's AllspiceDo you guys have a favorite food that no one else in your family enjoys?  For me, the food is fried eggs, love them!  When I find myself alone for breakfast I always choose eggs.  This hearty barley and kale breakfast bowl is the perfect single serving that will keep you full until lunch! Continue reading

Greek Yogurt Spelt Flour Pumpkin Bread

Greek Yogurt Spelt Flour Pumpkin Bread by Alison's AllspiceDid you get your fill of all things pumpkin back in October?  I hope not because pumpkin flavors are warming and perfect for Christmas!  This Greek yogurt spelt flour pumpkin bread recipe is moist and fluffy while being rich and flavorful!  If you have never baked with whole grain spelt flour, this recipe is a must try!  Spelt flour is quickly becoming my favorite new flour for whole grain baking! Continue reading