The Peabody Hotel in downtown Memphis is known as the South’s Grand Hotel. And it is grand, with its marble lobby complete with of fountain to which ducks are paraded in and out twice a day. The Peabody was restored and re-opened in 1981 after a storied history of decline and resuscitation. I have been to many events at the Peabody, from wedding receptions to conferences to … [Read more...] about Vanilla Bean Mini Muffins with Blueberry Dip
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Baked Blintz Casserole with Peach Basil Compote
Summer weekends. At the lake, at the beach, in the mountains, at home. It’s a great time for a leisurely breakfast or brunch. Actually at a table, not in the car or at your desk. But that doesn’t have to mean a ton of cooking at the crack of dawn. This make-ahead blintz casserole is a perfect summer morning meal. Creamy and airy and just sweet enough. Add to it a peak season … [Read more...] about Baked Blintz Casserole with Peach Basil Compote
Cheese Bomb Biscuits
I absolutely adore a good buttermilk biscuit. And I’ve gotten pretty good at making them. It may be the thing I am asked to cook for friends and family the most. I make them in bulk and keep them in the freezer. At a holiday brunch, I am famous for my biscuit bars – several types of biscuits, homemade jams, flavored butters and gravies in chafing dishes. I make biscuits … [Read more...] about Cheese Bomb Biscuits
Mulled Clementines
I will admit, this idea comes from Instagram – but I don’t remember the source. I saw this in the frantic lead up to Christmas cooking and I was intrigued but didn’t really pay that much attention. Until I finalized my menu for Christmas day brunch and realized I needed something fruity on the table. Now, admittedly this is fruit soaked in wine, but it is the holidays after … [Read more...] about Mulled Clementines
Parmesan Dutch Baby with Roasted Tomatoes, Arugula and Basil Vinaigrette
A Dutch baby is always so much fun to serve. Partly because the name is so cute, but also because the puffy batter is easy to make and can be taken in so many different flavor directions. For years, I only ever had sweet Dutch babies for breakfast or brunch, maybe filled with fruit and berries and drizzled with maple syrup. I soon decided they are the perfect vehicle for … [Read more...] about Parmesan Dutch Baby with Roasted Tomatoes, Arugula and Basil Vinaigrette
