Brunch

Dilly Fall Bread

Recipe Submitted by Matthew Kennedy, Toronto; Recipe Tested by Vicky Watson.

Homemade bread is easier than you think, and this particular bread, full of dill and sprinkled with garlic salt, packs a flavourful punch.

Potato Brunch Pie

Submitted by Mary Schendel, Edmonton; Recipe Tested by Shonna Bechtel.

This cheesey pie, filled with hash browns, bacon, eggs and veggies is perfect for brunch, but also makes for a speedy dinner-time dish.

Lemon Ricotta Pancakes with Blueberry Maple Syrup

Recipe Developed by Paula Bowman

Whipped egg whites add a light airiness to these pancakes, while ricotta gives them a touch of creaminess. Lemon zest tints them pale yellow and when served alongside blueberry maple syrup, these pancakes look and taste like spring.

Open-Faced Omelette with Turkey Sausage, Swiss Chard and Fontina

Recipe Developed by Paula Bowman

Feel free to use any fresh sausage of your choice. Swiss chard comes in a rainbow of coloured stems. Any colour can be used and once cooked its flavour is similar to a mild spinach.

Cinnamon, Apple and Cheese Crackers

Submitted by Laura Cerquozzi, Mississauga, ON; Recipe tested by Tammy Ashfield

A light and healthy appetizer for the entire family. Try this recipe with pears and brie cheese for a French flare.

Banana Chocolate and Pecan Oatmeal Muffins

Submitted by Loreene Jalbert, New Westminster, BC; Recipe Tested by Kathy Bennett

Pecans and apple-cinnamon oatmeal give a new twist to the old-school banana chocolate chip muffin.

5 Minute Fritatta

Submitted by Jennifer Cardella, Mississauga, ON

If you have 5 minutes to get dinner on the table, try this flavourful fritatta.

Cheese Muffins

Dairy Farmers of Canada

These classic muffins are a delicious after-school treat.

Krupso

Food Styling by Claire Stubbs

These little fellows of Finnish descent puff up in the oven just like a Yorkshire pudding. Once they fall, load them up with fresh berries. Alternatively you can make one large krupso in a 9- x 13-inch cake pan.

Scones

Scones the Queen would love