Brunch – Emily Always Cooks

Lemon Ricotta Pancakes

Why are these the pancakes that you’ll be making the next time you make pancakes? Because lemon and ricotta is a delicious combination. Because you know you want to make a batch of pancakes that are a little bit different than the the normal ones. Because it’s been too long since you actually made pancakes.Continue reading “Lemon Ricotta Pancakes”

Sausage and Veggie Breakfast Strata

What’s my key to hosting brunch, you ask? Everything’s made and prepped in advance. With this in mind, here’s my go-to brunch recipe – Sausage and Veggie Breakfast Strata. This dish inherently abides by my “made in advance” rule. You’re literally SUPPOSED to make and prepare it the night before. For those unfamiliar withContinue reading “Sausage and Veggie Breakfast Strata”

Smoked Trout Salad

It’s been said before. It’s awfully true … Food is memories. When I was growing up, many a Friday in the winter meant one thing to me. Roooooad trip! We’d get out of school at 2:30 pm. By 3:00 pm, the car was packed and we were heading north. Skis and snowboards on theContinue reading “Smoked Trout Salad”

Cornmeal Pancakes with Blueberry Compote (and warm maple syrup and bacon)

A classic recipe. A memorable twist on it. You didn’t know National Blueberry Pancake Day existed, did you? No, I didn’t make this day up … someone else did. That said, I’m more than happy to celebrate. I’m also more than happy to show you a fantastically simple, not-so-typical, blueberry pancake recipe. I’m alsoContinue reading “Cornmeal Pancakes with Blueberry Compote (and warm maple syrup and bacon)”

Smoked Salmon, Dill, and Goat Cheese Quiche

So, here we go with the 100th recipe post on EmilyAlwaysCooks. It’s been one heck of a yummy ride, and I’m already looking forward to post number 200. Quite befitting a make-ahead holiday recipe. Rich and savory custard, flecked with smoked salmon, goat cheese, dill, and leeks with a buttery crust base. I have noContinue reading “Smoked Salmon, Dill, and Goat Cheese Quiche”

The Ultimate Bagel with Smoked Salmon and all the Fixings

Holiday breakfast, game day eats, or the morning after things got a little carried away at the bar. A wonderful late night indulgence, my personal fav. Also, the perfect no-cook spread for entertaining. The ultimate bagel wears many hats, and they all look stylish. Here’s how to put on your “entertaining” hat: The morningContinue reading “The Ultimate Bagel with Smoked Salmon and all the Fixings”