1. French Toast Casserole
Ingredients:
– 1 loaf of bread, sliced
– 8 eggs
– 2 cups of milk
– 1/2 cup of heavy cream
– 1/2 cup of sugar
– 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract
– 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
– Pinch of salt
– Butter for greasing the pan
Directions:
1. Grease an 8×8 inch baking pan with butter.
2. Layer sliced bread in the pan.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt.
4. Pour the mixture over the bread, making sure to cover every slice.
5. Cover the pan with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
6. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
7. Remove the plastic wrap and bake for 45 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
8. Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving.
2. Huevos Rancheros
Ingredients:
– 4 corn tortillas
– 4 eggs
– 1 can of black beans, drained and rinsed
– 1/2 cup of salsa
– 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Cooking oil
Directions:
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. Brush the tortillas with a little bit of cooking oil and place them on a baking sheet.
3. Bake the tortillas in the oven for 5-7 minutes or until they are crispy.
4. In a small pot, heat the black beans on low heat until they are warm.
5. In a non-stick skillet, fry the eggs to your preferred doneness.
6. To assemble, place a tortilla on a plate, then spread a spoonful of black beans over it.
7. Add a spoonful of salsa on top of the beans.
8. Place a fried egg on top of the salsa and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
9. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and ingredients.
3. Blueberry Pancakes
Ingredients:
– 2 cups of all-purpose flour
– 4 teaspoons of baking powder
– 1/4 teaspoon of salt
– 2 tablespoons of sugar
– 2 eggs
– 1/4 cup of vegetable oil
– 2 cups of milk
– 1 cup of blueberries
– Butter for cooking
Directions:
1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
2. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and mix in the vegetable oil and milk.
3. Combine the wet and dry ingredients.
4. Fold in the blueberries.
5. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a small amount of butter.
6. Scoop 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake.
7. Cook each pancake until the edges are dry and bubbles form on the surface.
8. Flip and cook the other side until golden brown.
9. Repeat with the remaining batter.
In conclusion, these three recipes are perfect for a lazy weekend breakfast. Whether you prefer sweet or savory, there’s something here for everyone. So, on your next lazy Saturday morning, whip up one of these delicious recipes and enjoy a relaxing morning in.