"Homemade" Cinnamon Roll Gifts | Frozen Bread Dough... Easy & Soooo Good

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZJvUbPIM547MbW48iEH-VmOn7G283p2VVhqzovS9Sba9bDWcWjYARf9wQ-7Ua3RQ2zHdXCSAV5mxjMtNwxC7qOZHr__VjG05CW3iE9uZ6Cp7ED7bf_GOX05hc-CF4qvFxyatCxJ718hz9/s1600/IMG_6955.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZJvUbPIM547MbW48iEH-VmOn7G283p2VVhqzovS9Sba9bDWcWjYARf9wQ-7Ua3RQ2zHdXCSAV5mxjMtNwxC7qOZHr__VjG05CW3iE9uZ6Cp7ED7bf_GOX05hc-CF4qvFxyatCxJ718hz9/s1600/IMG_6955.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;">"Homemade" Cinnamon Roll Gift</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a data-pin-color="red" data-pin-config="above" data-pin-do="buttonPin" data-pin-height="28" href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fjennysteffens.blogspot.com%2F2014%2F12%2Fhomemade-cinnamon-roll-gifts-frozen.html&media=http%3A%2F%2F2.bp.blogspot.com%2F-X7uAlUCaEUM%2FVH9lg9EUOJI%2FAAAAAAAAaeU%2FULCUMMs9n8o%2Fs1600%2FIMG_6952.jpg&description=%26quot%3BHomemade%26quot%3B%20Cinnamon%20Rolls%20in%20Boxes%20made%20from%20store-bought%20frozen%20bread%20dough!%20%20Boxes%2C%20Ribbon%20%26%20Tag%20resources%2C%20here.%20%20"><img src="//assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_red_28.png" /></a> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --><script async="" defer="" src="//assets.pinterest.com/js/pinit.js" type="text/javascript"></script>I've talked a lot about "Homemade" Cinnamon Rolls from frozen bread dough.  Basically, you get to skip the time consuming part and jump right to spreading cinnamon and sugar.  Before you know it, you have fresh baked, hot cinnamon rolls dripping in icing.   They are great for a hostess gift or surprise treat for teachers and neighbors.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Because they are so easy and such a treat, they are one of my favorite gifts to give.  Last year I baked Cinnamon Roll Bread in my <a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/baking-supplies/products/wooden-baking-baskets-set-of-6">Wooden Baking Baskets</a> (still a favorite - the medium is great for 2 rolls) so this year I packaged them in one of my <a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/gift-wrap/products/cookie-boxes-set-of-10">Cookie Boxes</a> for giving.  </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">To dress them up a little, I wrapped them in <a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/gift-wrap/products/cotton-ribbon">Thin Cotton Ribbon</a> and added a <a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/gift-wrap/products/stocking-tags">Stocking Tag</a>.  In very little time, we ended up with 4 boxes of Cinnamon Rolls for giving and 4 rolls for eating.  It is a great project for kids to help with because there is very little precision involved - just lots of sprinkling sugar and cinnamon and drizzling icing.  All things at which Emma excels : )</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Happy Holiday Baking!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Jenny</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipHdcCBoIp8ARI9Ugqj324p13S2Z6cozRWGv804TCQBlMw1v78uHsp9eOKgX98WktSup9af86XhcGvVzjEwwpq3gJEi4wOYMN_pG_3i03U1CA8y-Wq4vaWvaz6LQCa6SxPx0z8JXVT5vya/s1600/IMG_6932.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipHdcCBoIp8ARI9Ugqj324p13S2Z6cozRWGv804TCQBlMw1v78uHsp9eOKgX98WktSup9af86XhcGvVzjEwwpq3gJEi4wOYMN_pG_3i03U1CA8y-Wq4vaWvaz6LQCa6SxPx0z8JXVT5vya/s1600/IMG_6932.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipHdcCBoIp8ARI9Ugqj324p13S2Z6cozRWGv804TCQBlMw1v78uHsp9eOKgX98WktSup9af86XhcGvVzjEwwpq3gJEi4wOYMN_pG_3i03U1CA8y-Wq4vaWvaz6LQCa6SxPx0z8JXVT5vya/s1600/IMG_6932.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">My "Homemade" Cinnamon Roll Recipe is <a href="http://jennysteffens.blogspot.com/2011/12/cinnamon-rolls-from-frozen-bread-dough.html">here</a>.  For this project of 24 rolls, I used all three loaves of frozen bread dough that comes in the package and baked them in a sheet pan lined with Parchment Paper.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsB1U_WLlYSW0CQ1pekl4IEsE6Z8XetJg5Yc5CKjzcY9QYifmcTNDPpGUEWJYdqLqJsTfJygW1uHgeekhorWgv_rMshllvSokGi2cCIHTf6HAtTWyzijU2Rb_rmoHxJINM6nYyn2OwYB6V/s1600/IMG_6934.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsB1U_WLlYSW0CQ1pekl4IEsE6Z8XetJg5Yc5CKjzcY9QYifmcTNDPpGUEWJYdqLqJsTfJygW1uHgeekhorWgv_rMshllvSokGi2cCIHTf6HAtTWyzijU2Rb_rmoHxJINM6nYyn2OwYB6V/s1600/IMG_6934.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />We did the thawing, rising, rolling and cutting the night before, then let the unbaked rolls sit in the refrigerator overnight.  In the morning, I got them out, let them sit in a warm spot for 1 hour, then baked them at 350 for 15 minutes. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbehgJyP9qstMXCOefEZTL8JHPlNGNBq3No9mzSCJfdqMw8fmtpkNBIKd7HkiO3UKjwyRqrrM4CfgqpqHvy6WWH65descmly9BdUDBjhNbaJJScKeav0X6wwrB-rSz4Wx778jphBMwyL0t/s1600/IMG_6938.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbehgJyP9qstMXCOefEZTL8JHPlNGNBq3No9mzSCJfdqMw8fmtpkNBIKd7HkiO3UKjwyRqrrM4CfgqpqHvy6WWH65descmly9BdUDBjhNbaJJScKeav0X6wwrB-rSz4Wx778jphBMwyL0t/s1600/IMG_6938.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />Four rolls fit nicely in the <a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/gift-wrap/products/cookie-boxes-set-of-10">Small Cookie Box</a>, (10 for $14.50) but it can depend on what size you make them.  I think 9 would fit in the <a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/gift-wrap/products/cookie-boxes-set-of-10">Large Cookie Box</a> (5 for $10.50) if you're making them for a big family or group (of teachers, for example).<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWjUNxd-fcJDm7z4R7Dd5FVXHax2RpwITq3o61PjUVmUR_Rn1BMRPf_dCfk3hUlENLQMTF9tcALqT6-XzH1pSkqkUReWyCVnDlg3QGdGvCGVgQFlL8e7_1sTLF0iPDuQOp6YtBDZwYwtOw/s1600/IMG_6948.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWjUNxd-fcJDm7z4R7Dd5FVXHax2RpwITq3o61PjUVmUR_Rn1BMRPf_dCfk3hUlENLQMTF9tcALqT6-XzH1pSkqkUReWyCVnDlg3QGdGvCGVgQFlL8e7_1sTLF0iPDuQOp6YtBDZwYwtOw/s1600/IMG_6948.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />We waited to drizzle the icing until I had them in the box so it would look extra yummy and drippy down the sides.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguuqyfAoLbKGcdE1F453VEqexmtU9fsCVR3RQqe0QqMVwAkyYYfhGaawMojXUJNO-kwhlQuy1NeYTQY2hw9WnkU8bYHKfl1GvtN35Fo3i9aNbSUuCpvzphkNDx61ufnbWbHoeo59H0eThm/s1600/IMG_6952.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguuqyfAoLbKGcdE1F453VEqexmtU9fsCVR3RQqe0QqMVwAkyYYfhGaawMojXUJNO-kwhlQuy1NeYTQY2hw9WnkU8bYHKfl1GvtN35Fo3i9aNbSUuCpvzphkNDx61ufnbWbHoeo59H0eThm/s1600/IMG_6952.jpg" width="426" /></a></div>Products Used :<br /><br /><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/gift-wrap/products/cookie-boxes-set-of-10">Cookie Boxes</a> ($14.50 for 10)<br /><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/gift-wrap/products/cotton-ribbon">Thin Cotton Ribbon</a> ($15 for 100 yards)<br /><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/gift-wrap/products/stocking-tags">Stocking Tags</a> ($6 for 20)<br /><br />See some of my other Baking Essentials for the Holidays, <a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/baking-supplies">here</a>.<br /><br /><a data-pin-color="red" data-pin-config="above" data-pin-do="buttonPin" data-pin-height="28" href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fjennysteffens.blogspot.com%2F2014%2F12%2Fhomemade-cinnamon-roll-gifts-frozen.html&media=http%3A%2F%2F2.bp.blogspot.com%2F-X7uAlUCaEUM%2FVH9lg9EUOJI%2FAAAAAAAAaeU%2FULCUMMs9n8o%2Fs1600%2FIMG_6952.jpg&description=%26quot%3BHomemade%26quot%3B%20Cinnamon%20Rolls%20in%20Boxes%20made%20from%20store-bought%20frozen%20bread%20dough!%20%20Boxes%2C%20Ribbon%20%26%20Tag%20resources%2C%20here.%20%20"><img src="//assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_red_28.png" /></a><!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --><script async="" defer="" src="//assets.pinterest.com/js/pinit.js" type="text/javascript"></script>

"Homemade" Cinnamon Roll Gifts | Frozen Bread Dough... Easy & Soooo Good

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Individual Quiche Tarts | Make Ahead Easy Entertaining

<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSqmfu_u5hiK6IK9RbZYzZLOqhxH-DC_4McpFqx3ojvPutwzGk3tnvAbV8aRscoTeOv3VX3NXTxl-jGalHvGM6uYT6R-hUUwcvunOvnEZ6C0lWW_7YGkc44MfCWtjZryUaOgOMJIChc0tO/s1600/quiche-tarts.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ-0X6wfZRe6M7bNMmzhKL_W9hHlPWdjZpDUepIqUZxxKTf7TmfyeLb2dlUhKTpzo4_EEpc-LthsYI9AkbN1WysLwG1GmbvsthLA7yyzNSJg-aAackp5n12yVsUpvTd3WKzVlqmjbS6JqV/s1600/IMG_6888.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ-0X6wfZRe6M7bNMmzhKL_W9hHlPWdjZpDUepIqUZxxKTf7TmfyeLb2dlUhKTpzo4_EEpc-LthsYI9AkbN1WysLwG1GmbvsthLA7yyzNSJg-aAackp5n12yVsUpvTd3WKzVlqmjbS6JqV/s1600/IMG_6888.JPG" width="640" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSqmfu_u5hiK6IK9RbZYzZLOqhxH-DC_4McpFqx3ojvPutwzGk3tnvAbV8aRscoTeOv3VX3NXTxl-jGalHvGM6uYT6R-hUUwcvunOvnEZ6C0lWW_7YGkc44MfCWtjZryUaOgOMJIChc0tO/s1600/quiche-tarts.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSqmfu_u5hiK6IK9RbZYzZLOqhxH-DC_4McpFqx3ojvPutwzGk3tnvAbV8aRscoTeOv3VX3NXTxl-jGalHvGM6uYT6R-hUUwcvunOvnEZ6C0lWW_7YGkc44MfCWtjZryUaOgOMJIChc0tO/s1600/quiche-tarts.jpg" width="426" /></a><br /><br />I wish I had had thought of this when I had my catering business... my clients would've gone crazy for them.  I can't tell you how many brunches and ladies lunches I catered!  Baby shower brunches, wedding showers, holiday breakfasts, anniversary luncheons - all requesting quiche.  They would've loved these. <br /><br />Not only would they be great for a party, but also great to keep in the freezer for holiday house guests.<br /><br />When we have friends or family stay, I like breakfast to be a casual, help-yourself kind of thing - everyone can do their own thing while lounging and drinking coffee.  These would be perfect to make ahead of time and put out with scones (that you also made ahead and kept pre-baked in the freezer) and a bowl of berries.  Easy, and better than making everyone waffles or omelets.<br /><br />I used basically the same recipe I use for a regular size, but divided it among my disposable <a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/baking-supplies/products/brown-tart-pans">Petite Tart Pans ($6 for 10)</a>.  They are naturally non-stick because they have a wax coating.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilT7_0tNCr-baTFt0ldmqKzc4obMnunjqQRdZYSTylu2JxIFbCJLwKO-Z2LY4PDGdzJ_pWE9c9wzZF2W4JBGKcuslVNeTk1MrsU-OOPyMcfFKNOzSrdOOsBz02g7O5BNbWLdTlFz3ReB-V/s1600/IMG_6871.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilT7_0tNCr-baTFt0ldmqKzc4obMnunjqQRdZYSTylu2JxIFbCJLwKO-Z2LY4PDGdzJ_pWE9c9wzZF2W4JBGKcuslVNeTk1MrsU-OOPyMcfFKNOzSrdOOsBz02g7O5BNbWLdTlFz3ReB-V/s1600/IMG_6871.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: left; float: left; margin: 0px 1em 1em 0px; text-align: center;">  They require quite a bit of filling, which is nice because it is a generous portion.  I recommend portioning 2 eggs for each pan.  Along with the classic egg, and half-and-half mixture you can add anything - here I did mushrooms, spinach, feta and chives.  </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtCf50jC53K0TxaCelUsLFG2604MdhYMRfiBXKQ87JT0OUNvGbMgI9jCVPP_oNf6F1z8xAMtXejQDKaa_Gjz7gqF3OT2QcPIt0SKTuH5Asy7icFOcySIFS-nDsFdKrpaYbbLJOEDBJf-BE/s1600/IMG_6832.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtCf50jC53K0TxaCelUsLFG2604MdhYMRfiBXKQ87JT0OUNvGbMgI9jCVPP_oNf6F1z8xAMtXejQDKaa_Gjz7gqF3OT2QcPIt0SKTuH5Asy7icFOcySIFS-nDsFdKrpaYbbLJOEDBJf-BE/s1600/IMG_6832.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />The other combo I made was ham, cheddar and chive (for Mike). <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXytDesmqxjj3dTukajEv1SVki5KDF0Wls_UYhivfUPJ2_f_VjwilA6NRfcMOHiK4OLyXfIus6EI6QEXYN0GBT-iF7EIHXKfW4mNa40m5GHYvWVgRJ0uz5ZWkPqFPiRpADw2q_cR2YtwpP/s1600/IMG_6840.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXytDesmqxjj3dTukajEv1SVki5KDF0Wls_UYhivfUPJ2_f_VjwilA6NRfcMOHiK4OLyXfIus6EI6QEXYN0GBT-iF7EIHXKfW4mNa40m5GHYvWVgRJ0uz5ZWkPqFPiRpADw2q_cR2YtwpP/s1600/IMG_6840.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />I love the idea of having a variety of combinations for people to choose from.  There were a couple of "everything" ones for me, and some veggie for Mike's Dad.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJuSxm3E2AIw7C1vG6f0HjzPD8bQLOZYjTBFNZgu76RAkqYegr5rVgVfZnSM7LC6ZYKH25I4Xzrj65hKoHIFL5Wx2J0r-KORuYcnPTR59J1G6AXXqzQZuZt260XPu7kSe5J3yYbi0vkRLO/s1600/IMG_6842.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJuSxm3E2AIw7C1vG6f0HjzPD8bQLOZYjTBFNZgu76RAkqYegr5rVgVfZnSM7LC6ZYKH25I4Xzrj65hKoHIFL5Wx2J0r-KORuYcnPTR59J1G6AXXqzQZuZt260XPu7kSe5J3yYbi0vkRLO/s1600/IMG_6842.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipH45U7EiEuAObT07hCRxVC1K-jNmWPb7QS0_16ylaaBpup4e8Odf6SqXatI7hzgRBcStVY0y4UVBWRIWCt4z3mc0WvE3NfEwjJJ9n-EB8-wjaB3bY9mrslkSEZ60UTDw0plWd7rXRosJa/s1600/IMG_6843.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipH45U7EiEuAObT07hCRxVC1K-jNmWPb7QS0_16ylaaBpup4e8Odf6SqXatI7hzgRBcStVY0y4UVBWRIWCt4z3mc0WvE3NfEwjJJ9n-EB8-wjaB3bY9mrslkSEZ60UTDw0plWd7rXRosJa/s1600/IMG_6843.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsjOYTJQvrbG2ayUGVa91ijNvLAfYe4K_OM7l7VwPlPwkktTAXtBtSkwPNhM_Z81hiBqGCGuu5H3tY6USgHcP3VG3P1bez7kIviEKVkb-QrUnwqfQNNPFYRMxegBp7A-NU6WAffmaK4hxx/s1600/IMG_6845.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsjOYTJQvrbG2ayUGVa91ijNvLAfYe4K_OM7l7VwPlPwkktTAXtBtSkwPNhM_Z81hiBqGCGuu5H3tY6USgHcP3VG3P1bez7kIviEKVkb-QrUnwqfQNNPFYRMxegBp7A-NU6WAffmaK4hxx/s1600/IMG_6845.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />Here is the egg mixture recipe I used :<br /><br />Basic Quiche Filling, for 6 Petite Quiche Tarts :<br /><div style="background-color: #f7f7f8; font-size: 14px;">2 Pastry Crust = enough for 6 tart pans</div><div style="background-color: #f7f7f8; font-size: 14px;">12 eggs</div><div style="background-color: #f7f7f8; font-size: 14px;">1 1/4 cup of Half & Half</div><div style="background-color: #f7f7f8; font-size: 14px;">Salt & Pepper</div><div style="background-color: #f7f7f8; font-size: 14px;">1/4 teaspoon of Cayenne Pepper</div><div style="background-color: #f7f7f8; font-size: 14px;">*Cheese, Ham, Mushrooms, Peppers, Chives... etc!</div><div style="background-color: #f7f7f8; font-size: 14px;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhD93mvCxgFe41DmLks6Sk0bh4BBw983lUcfvAAXKbCToemlzFCxlAaSqx-rMjx7QwfuU_uxbHxDhWs1Yo1QwU31JbSEX-gFoTeFvCGpSbWeJc27Mj52ajgNuPjpMtOzSd1oqV2ivcvzSP9/s1600/IMG_6849.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhD93mvCxgFe41DmLks6Sk0bh4BBw983lUcfvAAXKbCToemlzFCxlAaSqx-rMjx7QwfuU_uxbHxDhWs1Yo1QwU31JbSEX-gFoTeFvCGpSbWeJc27Mj52ajgNuPjpMtOzSd1oqV2ivcvzSP9/s1600/IMG_6849.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />Cut the crusts into circles, about 1 inch bigger than the pans, then press them in.  Fill with cheese, meats and veggies.  Pour egg mixture in.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmhp86pPR1uxZyT6AzHP0iTwBCEZwUxkkOIVBMADHF7CCWuJi6KdYdXKtTXmM4litLyvUXPS4M2hxIowM7zMgiUPxPIIiMI2lC4cMlHBLZHcdc9-65pHaA0PTybCDcpIQ8S9Ew1JdU3VWG/s1600/IMG_6855.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmhp86pPR1uxZyT6AzHP0iTwBCEZwUxkkOIVBMADHF7CCWuJi6KdYdXKtTXmM4litLyvUXPS4M2hxIowM7zMgiUPxPIIiMI2lC4cMlHBLZHcdc9-65pHaA0PTybCDcpIQ8S9Ew1JdU3VWG/s1600/IMG_6855.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />Bake at 350 for 20 minutes, or until golden and puffed.  You need to bake them a little longer than you might think because the crust on the bottom needs time to brown.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHcnnJ_HRnpnCebIlgBRutcmk8hoh_Kp180F_IT1j4qFGfRgn8gIuZzVCslNUdvXxhWRgtr_JTYIoTfQrPw3twz2O4MGT-lbWgZBRwwsWAC4GBJ8B7-zleDbHbTHu_X1FD7b7qschTPj_6/s1600/IMG_6864.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHcnnJ_HRnpnCebIlgBRutcmk8hoh_Kp180F_IT1j4qFGfRgn8gIuZzVCslNUdvXxhWRgtr_JTYIoTfQrPw3twz2O4MGT-lbWgZBRwwsWAC4GBJ8B7-zleDbHbTHu_X1FD7b7qschTPj_6/s1600/IMG_6864.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_yhAdwfcAMeLTpLyJNgEjtTMmB4Icf6DcDbi7cpVM5vWoeGZ5eFEJuUtdbXIH4llSQIP4Voqxaa-UTjKWXqxbeOBc0Ngz2_VyLbWbLOxGOrIlB6EIgLOmqfCv0_a4AhDSov3ZPSxGNZly/s1600/IMG_6869.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_yhAdwfcAMeLTpLyJNgEjtTMmB4Icf6DcDbi7cpVM5vWoeGZ5eFEJuUtdbXIH4llSQIP4Voqxaa-UTjKWXqxbeOBc0Ngz2_VyLbWbLOxGOrIlB6EIgLOmqfCv0_a4AhDSov3ZPSxGNZly/s1600/IMG_6869.jpg" width="426" /></a></div>Aren't they pretty!  Your guests will love them.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />I served ours with <a href="http://jennysteffens.blogspot.com/2013/10/happy-halloween-from-princess-emma.html">Orange Cranberry Scones</a>.  They are great to make ahead of time and keep in the freezer or refrigerator.  They bake for just 15 minutes, so they don't take much time at all in the morning.  You can also make the orange glaze for them ahead of time, or the morning of if you "need" something to do : )<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Easy Weekend Brunch Menu | Apple Cinnamon Scones, Lox & Bagels, Bacon & Potato Frittata

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiocywqrSW636J0GT4VXZIlmFsX3UbIL6ia2UQuCOiaMhEa5VoHavAKqhTBosl5w9uC6n2ZGrvFFX4yepOTTUzAOcm39RTmZC84BcypMJmkKFSR4pkc3bUJWs2AhuuhJItBsoozmXEVh86r/s1600/brunch-menu.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiocywqrSW636J0GT4VXZIlmFsX3UbIL6ia2UQuCOiaMhEa5VoHavAKqhTBosl5w9uC6n2ZGrvFFX4yepOTTUzAOcm39RTmZC84BcypMJmkKFSR4pkc3bUJWs2AhuuhJItBsoozmXEVh86r/s1600/brunch-menu.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Over the holiday weekend, we hosted a little brunch for our neighbors - a couple and their baby we love spending time with.  They love to cook and entertain too, so we usually swap every other gathering at each of our houses.  They kicked off the summer with a brunch over Memorial Day weekend, so this time we were happy to host.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">There are a lot of make-ahead tips for entertaining out there, which are great, but the only trouble is that you have to have the time/energy/planning skills to <i>actually</i> make them ahead of time : )  Our weekend was jam packed, but I still wanted to have them over for brunch, so instead of make-ahead options (breakfast strata, overnight french toast, etc.) I opted for make-in-no-time options.  </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8xJYg5yhegCsiJ0aB7M_1WApLOmcqJNhsRfWANMJSIek2ukfZQZ59umet5KwgTMKmqQKCK5zSgFMmHJvEwbw3iAgDM6KtvBRjcHn3lNPBSxOn3ZvvNyO7QQOjHDDjwMqx2D3o9WcoGksH/s1600/IMG_4101.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8xJYg5yhegCsiJ0aB7M_1WApLOmcqJNhsRfWANMJSIek2ukfZQZ59umet5KwgTMKmqQKCK5zSgFMmHJvEwbw3iAgDM6KtvBRjcHn3lNPBSxOn3ZvvNyO7QQOjHDDjwMqx2D3o9WcoGksH/s1600/IMG_4101.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I did the shopping that morning at 8:30, started cooking at 9 and have everything ready by 9:45.  Why do we always make entertaining so hard on ourselves?!   It was so nice to be relaxed and leisurely while getting everything ready.   Mike and Emma even had time to cut some flowers (weeds?) for the table.  I can't remember the name of this stuff (Sweet August something...?) but it smells fabulous. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Here was our menu (recipes follow) : </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzIoGwSBxrjp72lBqHgDjwMvX9201aeEWblTRsFk9dfi0OssKbzGvs1NwLVAqrmMwZUD2PzyKGDtPJaw-pHSfpbN1kQSRqpaJaqrJdv1a_RaCtSrBRsNxUbCfFOBJljH6Di0HvXrQvZtXD/s1600/IMG_4172.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzIoGwSBxrjp72lBqHgDjwMvX9201aeEWblTRsFk9dfi0OssKbzGvs1NwLVAqrmMwZUD2PzyKGDtPJaw-pHSfpbN1kQSRqpaJaqrJdv1a_RaCtSrBRsNxUbCfFOBJljH6Di0HvXrQvZtXD/s1600/IMG_4172.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">For a little (big) bite when they arrived, I served these Apple Cinnamon Scones with a Maple & Vanilla Bean glaze warm out of the oven with coffee.  I topped them with a sprinkle of cinnamon and orange zest to make them smell (and look) amazing.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8DjmV6-Gw3dvrqJDW7eIdWJvuvpmPN-RSg-aaPEr2KsDm-TSjb_c7sxVdehwlMhdeE3XeJTq_aSRVzhT-Scy46nFOddcrhDAdoorWnhTJgQjhzzhJPyX5ZWGec6o6s28onpVExjFXViH3/s1600/IMG_4136.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="446" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8DjmV6-Gw3dvrqJDW7eIdWJvuvpmPN-RSg-aaPEr2KsDm-TSjb_c7sxVdehwlMhdeE3XeJTq_aSRVzhT-Scy46nFOddcrhDAdoorWnhTJgQjhzzhJPyX5ZWGec6o6s28onpVExjFXViH3/s1600/IMG_4136.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">When we go out to brunch, this is always my go to - especially in the summer.  It was the perfect option for this party because all I had to do was assemble it.  </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHXpqu-EcIXv4KOgK7Zii-IH3QGMlro1C0L4vAD7gWLwNkFkUl43r04N_mozjg1b8QPhdQFl-zV3ohoiZDgCDjZDJ3TOWD4PU29OuN3dzjQueLz-NIRav4-0ze61nkCyiOSoWnLKK-HufZ/s1600/IMG_4177.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="456" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHXpqu-EcIXv4KOgK7Zii-IH3QGMlro1C0L4vAD7gWLwNkFkUl43r04N_mozjg1b8QPhdQFl-zV3ohoiZDgCDjZDJ3TOWD4PU29OuN3dzjQueLz-NIRav4-0ze61nkCyiOSoWnLKK-HufZ/s1600/IMG_4177.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Instead of the soak over night and bake in the morning Breakfast Strata, I made a really quick and easy Bacon and Potato frittata that I baked in the oven and topped with white cheddar and chives. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-cTXqX_OlFxOARdJQltSDbQ5oKnrbIS5wnuLCurGSqA8iYxAiAa9jwGomlsWCzquSAUjE-PiIjy0nLkwpwAb3y7RFmjN4bPeGlsCMJPCcv9UxTkngsIaAhwmRobFI-c25VRjS45WeQ6mF/s1600/apple-scones.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-cTXqX_OlFxOARdJQltSDbQ5oKnrbIS5wnuLCurGSqA8iYxAiAa9jwGomlsWCzquSAUjE-PiIjy0nLkwpwAb3y7RFmjN4bPeGlsCMJPCcv9UxTkngsIaAhwmRobFI-c25VRjS45WeQ6mF/s1600/apple-scones.jpg" width="414" /></a></div><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;"><i><span style="font-size: large;">Apple Cinnamon Scones </span></i></span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8; font-size: 14px;"><i>with a Maple & Vanilla Bean Glaze</i></span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8; font-size: 14px;"><i><br /></i></span><a data-pin-config="beside" data-pin-do="buttonPin" href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fjennysteffens.blogspot.com%2F2014%2F09%2Feasy-weekend-brunch-menu-apple-cinnamon.html&media=http%3A%2F%2F4.bp.blogspot.com%2F-9VziadFnvZU%2FVAhTfo3Z1vI%2FAAAAAAAAZU8%2FoVWicHlXOHs%2Fs1600%2Fapple-scones.jpg&description=Apple%20%26%20Cinnamon%20Scones%20with%20Maple%20Vanilla%20Bean%20Glaze%20-%20very%20easy%20to%20make!%20%20Great%20for%20Fall%20breakfast%20or%20brunch."><img src="//assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png" /></a><!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --><script async="" src="//assets.pinterest.com/js/pinit.js" type="text/javascript"></script> <span style="background-color: #f7f7f8; 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Sign-up </span><a href="http://mad.ly/signups/118273/join" style="background-color: #f7f7f8; font-size: 14px;">here</a><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8; font-size: 14px;"> for my </span><a href="http://mad.ly/signups/118273/join" style="background-color: #f7f7f8; font-size: 14px;">Printable Recipes</a><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8; font-size: 14px;">.</span><br /><br style="background-color: #f7f7f8; font-size: 14px;" /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">2 cups plus 1/4 cup all-purpose flour</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">1/4 cup sugar</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">1 tablespoon baking powder</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">1/2 teaspoon sea salt</span><br />1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon<br />1 teaspoon of orange zest<br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">12 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, diced</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">2 extra-large eggs, lightly beaten</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">1/2 cup cold heavy cream</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">1 cup diced apples</span><br /><br />2 teaspoons of melted butter<br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">1/2 cup confectioners' sugar</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">2 teaspoons maple syrup</span><br />1 teaspoon of <a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/baking-supplies/products/vanilla-bean-paste">vanilla bean paste</a><br /><br style="background-color: #f7f7f8;" /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">In a mixer, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, orange zest and salt using the paddle attachment.  Cut the cold butter into 1/2 inch pieces.  Add the butter to the dry ingredients and mix on low until the butter is mixed in and is the size of peas.  In a separate bowl, mix together eggs and whipping cream with a fork.  Turn the mixer on low and slowly add the cream and egg mixture.  Turn off the mixer once added.  Fold in apples.  </span><br /><br style="background-color: #f7f7f8;" /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">Put some flour on the counter.  Turn the dough out onto the floured surface.  Add some flour onto the top of the dough, then pat it out into a disk - about 8-9 inches in diameter.  Cut the disk into 8 pieces like a pie.  </span><br /><br style="background-color: #f7f7f8;" /><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8;">Separate the pieces and put them on a <a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/baking-supplies/products/parchment-paper-sheets-200-sheets">parchment lined</a> baking sheet.  Keep them in the fridge until ready to bake.  Bake at 400 degrees for 13-15 minutes.  </span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="background-color: #f7f7f8; clear: both;">To make the glaze, stir together melted butter, powdered sugar, maple syrup and vanilla.  Add a small splash of milk or powdered sugar to make it the consistency you like. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJp0NLJDTEQKbNEbxyFVkgYnFiAQqqXSD1kDJUH-ieM6nFd_luAooCERKphvLF0n-r120HakuTXOjAFRiqJfo831z-Ev_Xl5Q7tte9hzf16jXD2LZI23C-GOdg5ylNTyQ59vmQA0E3gujS/s1600/IMG_4086.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJp0NLJDTEQKbNEbxyFVkgYnFiAQqqXSD1kDJUH-ieM6nFd_luAooCERKphvLF0n-r120HakuTXOjAFRiqJfo831z-Ev_Xl5Q7tte9hzf16jXD2LZI23C-GOdg5ylNTyQ59vmQA0E3gujS/s1600/IMG_4086.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />I cut the apples pretty small so they would get tender while baking.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1wyiK7HmHHll2gD_aLidsDxo_ZnvmutvZD8a1TgKBWyRDK07ctToyLy0KmgDzVfh5nARumMPI2AkExU4Yk9pdyAAtkzjXLLmXpeSGnTm06t64QPBA-eTqSKm0oPgQBJDRJGz_XcM8zv02/s1600/IMG_4090.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1wyiK7HmHHll2gD_aLidsDxo_ZnvmutvZD8a1TgKBWyRDK07ctToyLy0KmgDzVfh5nARumMPI2AkExU4Yk9pdyAAtkzjXLLmXpeSGnTm06t64QPBA-eTqSKm0oPgQBJDRJGz_XcM8zv02/s1600/IMG_4090.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />My helper, the professional egg cracker.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEji8jf_3VxAJvvdtxZpC5CGNF3K2BHL_nvjKvEmEsSLhL97Wm_5D7JsRvwc_XXCjfhozAKS35l4XkgyuqaQGILc0Lr9v0R86Ftrrib6hqI5TVyi_OXvmyNqepKBKLIPeFZVXPBm5NLjSest/s1600/IMG_4091.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEji8jf_3VxAJvvdtxZpC5CGNF3K2BHL_nvjKvEmEsSLhL97Wm_5D7JsRvwc_XXCjfhozAKS35l4XkgyuqaQGILc0Lr9v0R86Ftrrib6hqI5TVyi_OXvmyNqepKBKLIPeFZVXPBm5NLjSest/s1600/IMG_4091.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />Sweet baby hands adding apples.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicVRC9zU4yU_jrJKfCEoSNKxQ_86H5kg2VBA5zfW9udvavEszkI691Ni6PwWZdN35hnNRNrxUkkC5OI-7PK-z67atPkelSd_5GNT9Jz9dc39oay79DKFLCqkVYR1fQhAs_vjRfFp7Un7xW/s1600/IMG_4097.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicVRC9zU4yU_jrJKfCEoSNKxQ_86H5kg2VBA5zfW9udvavEszkI691Ni6PwWZdN35hnNRNrxUkkC5OI-7PK-z67atPkelSd_5GNT9Jz9dc39oay79DKFLCqkVYR1fQhAs_vjRfFp7Un7xW/s1600/IMG_4097.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />Patted into a disk.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFc7d5Y1gWVrZ5c5csu6MeCKVdYwD7i0r8ooIdEacso5jJkl5unWUQKlOm7irgUYIc8KcmVMRWXDHD6cRrRjGd4JOLOANWxr_mFVOrkZpCrSebunFXvML1YtejSbdsAHLokgThFs9hM9Sr/s1600/IMG_4098.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFc7d5Y1gWVrZ5c5csu6MeCKVdYwD7i0r8ooIdEacso5jJkl5unWUQKlOm7irgUYIc8KcmVMRWXDHD6cRrRjGd4JOLOANWxr_mFVOrkZpCrSebunFXvML1YtejSbdsAHLokgThFs9hM9Sr/s1600/IMG_4098.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhx3wN6woTs7gE-Op5zBE6O1ZdEi3lRJ-YstM00kX8Dmvjk6CpWW5EO8hpP2iHuacelJwBYjMGDHsQ04BweddT3XPy4UImKVDCZ5NV4FkPcNwYPIjSNtsTvDm6U1G5LrelY-Bg4VWXRNlys/s1600/IMG_4145.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhx3wN6woTs7gE-Op5zBE6O1ZdEi3lRJ-YstM00kX8Dmvjk6CpWW5EO8hpP2iHuacelJwBYjMGDHsQ04BweddT3XPy4UImKVDCZ5NV4FkPcNwYPIjSNtsTvDm6U1G5LrelY-Bg4VWXRNlys/s1600/IMG_4145.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />While they baked, I stirred together the glaze.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2yBKwGbUWWBtv7Wg6iHzObcSEws_9LE7odlZdulKMlAboz65szl4BWhxS1Ve-3gMI8O14lEwTZT-9yPjR9jr3i1lVSpzfY252hfTf3LbC98tS-kCu8h25U_LcO5wbaCd3kL_sJ1Ii1ztD/s1600/IMG_4149.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2yBKwGbUWWBtv7Wg6iHzObcSEws_9LE7odlZdulKMlAboz65szl4BWhxS1Ve-3gMI8O14lEwTZT-9yPjR9jr3i1lVSpzfY252hfTf3LbC98tS-kCu8h25U_LcO5wbaCd3kL_sJ1Ii1ztD/s1600/IMG_4149.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />I like to make it a little thick, because it runs all over the warm scones when you pour it on - a good thing.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkcNX8oEME-5cNNr2lPWIjlF5qsPedPEo-hnkMZi_ifyFs0tcVxPDqxySlh96aOAmvnJacsZEuNrdDqH2DABEDufnhKUHxUtibuNKcSjPxBzRRjQLZfwEI38q8Kj2R_REYTqOuhn3Xy-qd/s1600/IMG_4168.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkcNX8oEME-5cNNr2lPWIjlF5qsPedPEo-hnkMZi_ifyFs0tcVxPDqxySlh96aOAmvnJacsZEuNrdDqH2DABEDufnhKUHxUtibuNKcSjPxBzRRjQLZfwEI38q8Kj2R_REYTqOuhn3Xy-qd/s1600/IMG_4168.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />Topped with a little orange zest and cinnamon to make them smell like apple pie!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzMJBmrMZIebLx-DKh4xIsO5dd2cJm5snL7NcLPjQ_3kV_t8MUUf9ErIMvqvmL6Y4nEfUw09PW_axjSQr7n34RPP4lCpdwawLwA91kQpkvtli4O3SQvGht8FMNfzOcfAee9zQnY7b5xKta/s1600/IMG_4106.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzMJBmrMZIebLx-DKh4xIsO5dd2cJm5snL7NcLPjQ_3kV_t8MUUf9ErIMvqvmL6Y4nEfUw09PW_axjSQr7n34RPP4lCpdwawLwA91kQpkvtli4O3SQvGht8FMNfzOcfAee9zQnY7b5xKta/s1600/IMG_4106.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />Spying on my flower pickers.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9VO_XEZnw2Wd0gjHBWCVqrt7J4UByKHyMfYsdePrJnWV2OIonjS0xfd4HfieO1fpztNNHCWVvyEx3B_diURF_44oEzVPC-VagdelK0pV38dimmVg8X7Ua51c0CYpBW_YJExeZ2sO6QPgn/s1600/IMG_4112.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9VO_XEZnw2Wd0gjHBWCVqrt7J4UByKHyMfYsdePrJnWV2OIonjS0xfd4HfieO1fpztNNHCWVvyEx3B_diURF_44oEzVPC-VagdelK0pV38dimmVg8X7Ua51c0CYpBW_YJExeZ2sO6QPgn/s1600/IMG_4112.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />The Mr.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgz3tGy3SNzJIHYaO1Czh0SAwli7mnv14VDCgEKHtpzhiJPB6y7zzYOryOrqKkmcJMsGXOd8JLikzMABh4nRTwxU0f-8DcuUkA80WjzLXjZzZxJyR7YET-2UEXeMEPpsCo0Ngs-YJhzMjbq/s1600/IMG_4115.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgz3tGy3SNzJIHYaO1Czh0SAwli7mnv14VDCgEKHtpzhiJPB6y7zzYOryOrqKkmcJMsGXOd8JLikzMABh4nRTwxU0f-8DcuUkA80WjzLXjZzZxJyR7YET-2UEXeMEPpsCo0Ngs-YJhzMjbq/s1600/IMG_4115.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Barefoot!  She is really starting to take more control over her outfit choices... for instance, this is her Easter dress.  I would've rather her wear one of her summer dresses, but she insisted on Easter : )  I'll enjoy her little toddler closet for now filled with sweet dresses that I picked out... I have a feeling it is not going to last much longer!  As my mom will remind me, my favorite colors were decidedly "Hot Pink and Neon Green" from the age of 4-7... and I wouldn't leave the house without wearing a skirt or a dress. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMe2EjVZrfmvV766vkLuAKOdQ7DOpBQXKUYK28YZPxtghGci2bTy3BU2YBgxqx3ECLi8a1yQ1ySJkqa4NqnLXWNR1kOET7xGvA5mFBWlc1F6NG9aMZWDJL2CPLKF6UfHhWmtz0JoMP7qB-/s1600/bagel-and-lox.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMe2EjVZrfmvV766vkLuAKOdQ7DOpBQXKUYK28YZPxtghGci2bTy3BU2YBgxqx3ECLi8a1yQ1ySJkqa4NqnLXWNR1kOET7xGvA5mFBWlc1F6NG9aMZWDJL2CPLKF6UfHhWmtz0JoMP7qB-/s1600/bagel-and-lox.jpg" width="426" /></a><span style="font-size: large;"><i>Bagel & Lox Platter</i></span><br />for 4<br /><br /><a data-pin-config="beside" data-pin-do="buttonPin" href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fjennysteffens.blogspot.com%2F2014%2F09%2Feasy-weekend-brunch-menu-apple-cinnamon.html&media=http%3A%2F%2F1.bp.blogspot.com%2F-nqRoVZWrH2I%2FVAhTfRptpLI%2FAAAAAAAAZU4%2F6uJWfLuLa3o%2Fs1600%2Fbagel-and-lox.jpg&description=Bagel%20%26%20Lox%20Platter"><img src="//assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png" /></a><!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --><script async="" src="//assets.pinterest.com/js/pinit.js" type="text/javascript"></script><br /><br />2 Sesame or Plain Bagels, sliced<br />6 oz. Cream Cheese, room temp<br />6 oz. Smoked Salmon or Lox*<br />Capers<br />Cherry Tomatoes<br />Chives<br /><br />*I know that smoked salmon and lox aren't exactly the same thing, but they are similar enough for this - just use what you can find.  Make sure it is sliced very thin.<br /><br />If you are organized, you can assemble this the night before... or right before, like I did.  You can also toast the bagel slices... which I also did. <br /><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguCR_Cu3rTYJY4mAbPFpc3vTVkXEinX2OoheMQbBH46QeulrMczlS6XOCkIEBpoDIUpHoDJ6evD3NqwZNc92sInyZnPAPSKca57VJj3FIorIHEXX5VDIRAtm4epFaawwWuBvq5qxSCzDfe/s1600/IMG_4141.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguCR_Cu3rTYJY4mAbPFpc3vTVkXEinX2OoheMQbBH46QeulrMczlS6XOCkIEBpoDIUpHoDJ6evD3NqwZNc92sInyZnPAPSKca57VJj3FIorIHEXX5VDIRAtm4epFaawwWuBvq5qxSCzDfe/s1600/IMG_4141.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This was a big hit - something most of us just order in restaurants, but is so easy to serve/assemble at home.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHhMqnfK0__oUFxaMwFbhyphenhyphenM7lMBqZM6PWRIzBwwsUhhIuw09x5gGFdGmqBb870IwdeEWewfM_xJZO8WpsIrcORV9fey1cQDOOzy8FHinwCz7psNj9LJtMCTDM1gvWFCpxi1wwlFcTqU5tG/s1600/bacon-potato-frittata.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="456" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHhMqnfK0__oUFxaMwFbhyphenhyphenM7lMBqZM6PWRIzBwwsUhhIuw09x5gGFdGmqBb870IwdeEWewfM_xJZO8WpsIrcORV9fey1cQDOOzy8FHinwCz7psNj9LJtMCTDM1gvWFCpxi1wwlFcTqU5tG/s1600/bacon-potato-frittata.jpg" width="640" /></a><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This was a recipe that I posted 2-3 years ago when we lived in Concord.  I haven't made it since, but remembered it being delicious - and easy.   And it was.  They guys loved it because it was full of potatoes and bacon!  Here is the original recipe link.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><i><span style="font-size: large;">Bacon & Potato Frittata </span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><i>with White Cheddar & Chives</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><i><br /></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a data-pin-config="beside" data-pin-do="buttonPin" href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fjennysteffens.blogspot.com%2F2014%2F09%2Feasy-weekend-brunch-menu-apple-cinnamon.html&media=http%3A%2F%2F1.bp.blogspot.com%2F-KTT06CgiRNM%2FVAhTf1vVZlI%2FAAAAAAAAZVA%2FYmulzAgPPk8%2Fs1600%2Fbacon-potato-frittata.jpg&description=Bacon%20%26%20Potato%20Frittata%20with%20White%20Cheddar%20%26%20Chive%20-%20%20Easy!"><img src="//assets.pinterest.com/images/pidgets/pinit_fg_en_rect_gray_20.png" /></a> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><i><br /></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><!-- Please call pinit.js only once per page --><script async="" src="//assets.pinterest.com/js/pinit.js" type="text/javascript"></script><i>serves 4-5</i></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: #f7f7f8; clear: both; font-size: 14px;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: #f7f7f8; clear: both; font-size: 14px;">6 strips of bacon, diced</div><div class="separator" style="background-color: #f7f7f8; clear: both; font-size: 14px;">2 yukon gold or red potatoes, diced</div><div class="separator" style="background-color: #f7f7f8; clear: both; font-size: 14px;">2 tablespoons of butter</div><div class="separator" style="background-color: #f7f7f8; clear: both; font-size: 14px;">10 eggs</div><div class="separator" style="background-color: #f7f7f8; clear: both; font-size: 14px;">1/4 cup of milk</div><div class="separator" style="background-color: #f7f7f8; clear: both; font-size: 14px;">sea salt & cracked pepper</div><div class="separator" style="background-color: #f7f7f8; clear: both; font-size: 14px;">2 tablespoons of fresh chives, chopped</div><div class="separator" style="background-color: #f7f7f8; clear: both; font-size: 14px;">1/4 cup of cheddar cheese, shredded</div><div class="separator" style="background-color: #f7f7f8; clear: both; font-size: 14px;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdQ3rIiGPP7SKPDIJfm5xKijrDzXgi8bTUVV0-3zmDhAUZTVaETGMZAD8ByCrwDsHjwwJ6O4_NkCltZxc5MAfBehqdaETxjSGrzhlC4ARfWPTqnG4W8AqXWkOgtiYTN06qAlo7NakIfFdt/s1600/IMG_4122.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdQ3rIiGPP7SKPDIJfm5xKijrDzXgi8bTUVV0-3zmDhAUZTVaETGMZAD8ByCrwDsHjwwJ6O4_NkCltZxc5MAfBehqdaETxjSGrzhlC4ARfWPTqnG4W8AqXWkOgtiYTN06qAlo7NakIfFdt/s1600/IMG_4122.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: #f7f7f8; clear: both; font-size: 14px;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: #f7f7f8; clear: both; font-size: 14px;">Preheat oven to 350 degrees.</div><div class="separator" style="background-color: #f7f7f8; clear: both; font-size: 14px;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: #f7f7f8; font-size: 14px;">In a skillet, cook diced bacon, butter & potatoes for 4-5 minutes until bacon renders the fat and the potatoes begin to soften.  In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, chives, salt and pepper.  Add eggs to the skillet and put in oven to bake for 15 minutes, or until eggs are cooked through.  Top with cheddar cheese and chives.  Serve in wedges. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidZajLhnSMkC-R4KGWGhQf1qzJ94le_RenHNDNyY5p3ZsfCJ7oQ6pKtQeqVYqtNkjCggZ1CVRB_Bv04A9JNZYGiso9ufKavHCxz-1Rnq2nsBKAjo_jQ7yEMq2zPnfhLfs00793cIilUyHs/s1600/IMG_4178.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidZajLhnSMkC-R4KGWGhQf1qzJ94le_RenHNDNyY5p3ZsfCJ7oQ6pKtQeqVYqtNkjCggZ1CVRB_Bv04A9JNZYGiso9ufKavHCxz-1Rnq2nsBKAjo_jQ7yEMq2zPnfhLfs00793cIilUyHs/s1600/IMG_4178.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhG7prtaWan5aZyLSMoJ_tI3W3mVsLUiWYmZsSscG8cD-dadialWW_Ned6GFG0Rk2dtYfdKOvNDHsPsAUz1xkzP-GEH_TLAZxF5nKaPiKmWTZ5TnIZI8yPGjfFyXvYaKAPSFXp9E6E0wdeD/s1600/IMG_4180.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhG7prtaWan5aZyLSMoJ_tI3W3mVsLUiWYmZsSscG8cD-dadialWW_Ned6GFG0Rk2dtYfdKOvNDHsPsAUz1xkzP-GEH_TLAZxF5nKaPiKmWTZ5TnIZI8yPGjfFyXvYaKAPSFXp9E6E0wdeD/s1600/IMG_4180.jpg" width="426" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Here are some pics of Emma doting over Baby G.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLGtAelSVGgCoX4OjODkZYnDVNjTPOe6H4Sd49i6q1-w7dLW_q3fk2YmneaXjcVHh5A3-KIlGAiv6D03m6NOfP4-jmvPQpwsJQJWHf9a0fQYve9IQUyQl2ztxvTXNsYy0k2xG-7PLmcTmv/s1600/IMG_4183.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLGtAelSVGgCoX4OjODkZYnDVNjTPOe6H4Sd49i6q1-w7dLW_q3fk2YmneaXjcVHh5A3-KIlGAiv6D03m6NOfP4-jmvPQpwsJQJWHf9a0fQYve9IQUyQl2ztxvTXNsYy0k2xG-7PLmcTmv/s1600/IMG_4183.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />Trying to tickle him.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCoooQomkq-eM9tBvC-BCo0khR6JqGuJ_bR3LxOAT-0B51-SFeep8WO-J-eUeK3JAZs7NJ_KuKjDEMrMJ6dwuY4AlVXm1CMhf0CikhcoFY-VEwHq1aKIHgyvQJgPcOqplBBe5rxakIMv2F/s1600/IMG_4190.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCoooQomkq-eM9tBvC-BCo0khR6JqGuJ_bR3LxOAT-0B51-SFeep8WO-J-eUeK3JAZs7NJ_KuKjDEMrMJ6dwuY4AlVXm1CMhf0CikhcoFY-VEwHq1aKIHgyvQJgPcOqplBBe5rxakIMv2F/s1600/IMG_4190.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Nap time!  </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">A wonderful and relaxing end to a long weekend and the official end of summer.  Hope you all had a great holiday weekend and are enjoying this short week that is flying by.  Can it really already be Thursday?  </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Products used : </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/linens/products/linen-tea-towels-cream-grey-set-of-3">- Cream & Grey Striped Linen Napkins & Tea Towel</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/entertaining/products/pre-order-creamware-platters-set-of-6">- Creamware Platters</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/baking-supplies/products/vanilla-bean-paste">- Vanilla Bean Paste</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/baking-supplies/products/parchment-paper-sheets-200-sheets">- Parchment Paper</a></div><br />

Easy Weekend Brunch Menu | Apple Cinnamon Scones, Lox & Bagels, Bacon & Potato Frittata

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Summer Peach Inspired Brunch Menu

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_QDPPkrOO8jNTwFSru2inC_kX456Wtd_JjqeMXxgWX5vOPivwyxygCHkbDVNBR17OvVNk3kZczjlbdXoHAGYKPiGg2OAu9v6d6wzuPPI1qNKQhf7t9tzQDC8CgBSUv9Mmnd8D4qoFlvE/s1600/peach-smoothie.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_QDPPkrOO8jNTwFSru2inC_kX456Wtd_JjqeMXxgWX5vOPivwyxygCHkbDVNBR17OvVNk3kZczjlbdXoHAGYKPiGg2OAu9v6d6wzuPPI1qNKQhf7t9tzQDC8CgBSUv9Mmnd8D4qoFlvE/s640/peach-smoothie.jpg" width="426" /></a></div>As I mentioned, we hosted some friends for brunch a couple of weekends ago.  The table setting was simple and easy (all gathered from my yard) and menu was inspired by the first good summer peaches.  <br /><br />We started the morning with these Orange, Banana & Peach Smoothies and ended the meal with Peach Sugared Scone "Shortcakes."<br /><br /><br />Orange, Banana &<br /><i><span style="font-size: large;">Peach Smoothies</span></i><br /><br />2 cups of peaches, sliced<br />1 banana<br />2 cups of orange juice<br /><br />In a blender, combine all ingredients.  Add more oj if it is too thick, and add more banana if it is too thin.  Chill for 30 minutes before serving or serve over ice.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbSJ67xWWVhD8fxy-3Dx1bbz6BpQ-9lKuXpfD7wJVLma2L28G0uZuEBznQU9CGpIqk9N2oZkgy7oPisa77W-_fQWaFItzaNoLdshIk4_O8Ruo6ZrHlXY-IZnykxrhdrEscSreV7uXX7OQ/s1600/IMG_9774.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbSJ67xWWVhD8fxy-3Dx1bbz6BpQ-9lKuXpfD7wJVLma2L28G0uZuEBznQU9CGpIqk9N2oZkgy7oPisa77W-_fQWaFItzaNoLdshIk4_O8Ruo6ZrHlXY-IZnykxrhdrEscSreV7uXX7OQ/s640/IMG_9774.JPG" width="640" /></a> <br /><br />Here is the simple setting that I posted last week - a random assortment of herbs, vines and flowers from our yard in an "organic" style bouquet. <br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaMcDOAWi6NDyDx7qMgOaq5RlLNPWpm2F1EAM_kylke_p9ZzFciF9BRXDnh7atBZ56hUfxSiel1fQGdFuuG_vZk7reZQfEG3LJQp_jONwsaPjRX8j6-rnsEUA6IRs2a1ivU_h_7aSbS60/s1600/IMG_9746.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaMcDOAWi6NDyDx7qMgOaq5RlLNPWpm2F1EAM_kylke_p9ZzFciF9BRXDnh7atBZ56hUfxSiel1fQGdFuuG_vZk7reZQfEG3LJQp_jONwsaPjRX8j6-rnsEUA6IRs2a1ivU_h_7aSbS60/s640/IMG_9746.JPG" width="640" /></a><br /><br />The bacon getting ready to be baked - 325 degrees for 18-22 minutes.  The BEST way to fix bacon.   We've been having our fair share of bacon lately... <a href="http://jennysteffens.blogspot.com/2013/07/bacon-avocado-heirloom-tomato-sandwich.html">Bacon, Avocado & Tomato Sandwiches</a> almost everyday for lunch!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0HL91dTGDm6pcsM6YXTTlRT7ARFrPTp9HZvl-L5_TrfD2h_fDZXgTGoMfQ976Qwo5iUG6Yhei4FPSzuNhn3pgQHt-7wKe58f40G1HSn2j6MStW32xOxqLXkPhX4xLqu1t2O5cpb_5M6o/s1600/egg-strata.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0HL91dTGDm6pcsM6YXTTlRT7ARFrPTp9HZvl-L5_TrfD2h_fDZXgTGoMfQ976Qwo5iUG6Yhei4FPSzuNhn3pgQHt-7wKe58f40G1HSn2j6MStW32xOxqLXkPhX4xLqu1t2O5cpb_5M6o/s640/egg-strata.jpg" width="426" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://jennysteffens.blogspot.com/2012/10/white-cheddar-chive-egg-strata-recipe.html">White Cheddar & Chive Strata</a> (you might remember it from a brunch we hosted last fall?)</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img alt="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSOJcRuzykXf4-4_dRpzOPSisC7LDZm86lytuUJgu2ajcksFNzbi2EPNhX4HL_COn4Ntb_vyd4EKd1TrIGMkmoZdlWVjY_MD8zgcuWEcgwXFmgIHP0gUrplTJrCgScav68DfYlNM-8MDyk/s640/IMG_7071.JPG" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSOJcRuzykXf4-4_dRpzOPSisC7LDZm86lytuUJgu2ajcksFNzbi2EPNhX4HL_COn4Ntb_vyd4EKd1TrIGMkmoZdlWVjY_MD8zgcuWEcgwXFmgIHP0gUrplTJrCgScav68DfYlNM-8MDyk/s640/IMG_7071.JPG" /></div><br />A big fruit platter (not actually pictured here - forgot to take a photo!) that was inspired by <a href="http://jennysteffens.blogspot.com/2011/03/east-hampton-weekend-mill-house-inn-new.html">this platter (that is pictured...) we had in East Hampton</a>.  I love how they presented the fruit in individual bowls on a copper tray.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9dW0bvrGJUXgnlt-QXegTDRUn0Hy6STkhqaKxV34VwvF6A2rtgDUxirwasV0oPY_Xuowt3zMwVFv_bzJjMaAAg2B2RBTCWY3GJ1eEv-E2MVEGf8CKtLpL52RdHthyphenhyphenKlTA16JCI5-Fr1o/s1600/peach-scones.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9dW0bvrGJUXgnlt-QXegTDRUn0Hy6STkhqaKxV34VwvF6A2rtgDUxirwasV0oPY_Xuowt3zMwVFv_bzJjMaAAg2B2RBTCWY3GJ1eEv-E2MVEGf8CKtLpL52RdHthyphenhyphenKlTA16JCI5-Fr1o/s640/peach-scones.jpg" width="426" /></a></div><br />And the "dessert," <a href="http://jennysteffens.blogspot.com/2013/07/fresh-peaches-with-sugared-scones-and.html">Peach Sugared Scone "Shortcakes" with Vanilla Bean Whipped Cream</a> that I posted about last week.<br /><br />.....<br /><br />Thanks for sticking with me this week and last - I've been busy ordering and organizing everything for the new store that will be part of this blog.  Tomorrow I'm doing a photo shoot of some of the new products with new recipes... stay tuned!!

Summer Peach Inspired Brunch Menu

As I mentioned, we hosted some friends for brunch a couple of weekends ago.  The table setting was simple and easy (all gathered from my yar...

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