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However you spend Easter Sunday, brunch is usually part of the program. Instead of filling up on empty calories that will make you feel sluggish and heavy, go the healthy route. And, listen — healthy doesn't mean you'll be missing out! These recipes taste decadent and guilty but are made using nutritious ingredients and techniques. Read more
Classic eggs Benedict is my favorite brunch dish; if it's on a restaurant's menu, I'll order it nine times out of 10. However, when I'm cooking brunch at home, I prefer to make a lighter, meat-free Benedict. Instead of Canadian bacon, I use roasted tomatoes and mashed avocado. The butter-heavy Hollandaise sauce is replaced with a creamy parmesan cheese sauce. Although you could use poached eggs, Read more
The YumSugar Community is a great place to ask for culinary advice and seek inspiration. Case in point: reader bball4rr recently wrote a question. She asked, "What are some healthy things to eat at brunch?" Well, bball4rr, I recommend you check out our series on nutritious breakfasts, Fresh Starts. It's full of great ideas, from cornmeal griddle cakes to eggs baked in tomato sauce. Another Read more
Ruth Reichl has described matzo brei as "one of life's perfect foods," and I couldn't agree more. After all, what's more comforting than a meal composed of reassuring ingredients like butter, eggs, and crackers? Still better is this nontraditional version of the Ashkenazi dish that's inspired by yet another Passover favorite: lox, eggs, and onions. Even if you don't observe the holiday, consider Read more
It's time to party like it's 2011! On the first day of 2011, skip cereal, yogurt, or steel cut oats and dish up a decadent, but healthy brunch to help you and yours start the year off right. Here are some tasty, satisfying dishes that offer a kick of indulgence, but won't wreak havoc on your diet. They're also really easy to make and will go over well on hungry friends who are milling about your Read more
If you grew up with a mom who adored whipping up special breakfasts on the weekends (I'll always remember the Micky Mouse pancakes with the chocolate chip eyes) it's time to return the favor this Mother's Day. Here are 10 deliciously decadent brunch recipes that won't wreak havoc on her (or anyone else's) diet. For an added bonus, these are all a cinch to make! Read more
We're happy to share a new post from ediTORIal by Tori Spelling, Tori's daily blog about everything from food and fashion to parenting and relationships. This week, Tori shares some tips on displaying kids' artwork. Over the years, Dean and I have curated quite the collection of artwork from our kids, and I know all my fellow momistas have many of your own minimasterpieces to exhibit. With the Read more
This Mother's Day, instead of taking mom out for brunch, do something that's friendlier on the wallet, and treat her to a homemade breakfast in bed. There's nothing more gratifying than watching her enjoy what you've created for her: a special meal that shows her how much you care. To get inspired, click through to see some of our best morning recipes. Read more
Easter weekend is coming up and whether you're religious or not, it's fun to celebrate the arrival of Spring with a special meal, be it a meat-free dinner on Friday or an egg-heavy brunch on Sunday. I've browsed our recipe collection and selected a scrumptious array of dishes to inspire you. Here are 10 wonderful eats ideal for offering on Easter. Read more
Many of you will be celebrating someone you love (or being celebrated yourself) this weekend for Mother's Day. And when it comes to family gatherings, chances are you'll be in for a big feast. But no matter if you're going out for an indulgent brunch, lunch, or dinner, you can start the day off right with a healthy breakfast. Starting the day with a small bowl of yogurt with fruit before brunch Read more
