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French Toast with Raspberry Whipped Cream

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Berry French Toast

During the week my breakfast consists of a bowl of cereal. Not that impressive, but I try to make up for my lack of variety over the weekend when I have more time to spare.

Berry French Toast

Last weekend I was craving french toast so I whipped up a batch. Normally I would just drizzle a bit of maple syrup on top and call it a day, but I felt a bit more adventurous this morning. I had leftover whipped cream in the fridge and I thought it would be a shame for it to go to waste. Right?!

Berry French Toast

A handful of raspberries later, I had a bowl of raspberry whipped cream. Pure heaven! Topped with fresh berries and a sprinkle of powdered sugar, I dug into my breakfast. French toast craving = satisfied!

Raspberry Whipped Cream French Toast

Ingredients:

  • Thick cut bread
  • 1/4 C milk
  • 1 egg
  • 1 C heavy whipping cream
  • 4 Tbs powdered sugar
  • 1/2 C raspberries

Recipe:

  • Whisk the egg and milk in a shallow bowl until well combined
  • Dip the bread into the milk/egg mixture, making sure each side is evenly coated
  • Place on a hot skillet and cook until each side is golden
  • Whip the heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form
  • Gently crush the raspberries and fold them into the whipped cream
  • Plate the french toast and top with whipped cream
  • Sprinkle on a handful of fresh berries and powdered sugar if desired

 

Pesto Pasta with Turkey Sausage and Peas

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Pesto Pasta Salad. Perfect summer dish!

When Ian and I got married I decided it was time to start filling our recipe box with tried and true favorites. I love scrolling through Pinterst and trying new recipes, but when I’m in a pinch I flip through our recipe box for a dish I know we will love. Sometimes you are just hungry and don’t want to take the risk of a #PinterestFail.

Pesto Pasta Salad. Perfect summer dish!

This pesto pasta dish was the result of a late night in the office and a nearly empty fridge. Ian and I were starving, so I knew I had to make something quick. I looked around the pantry and I noticed we had a package of quinoa noodles. Alright – now were are getting somewhere! Add the leftover pesto, peas, tomatoes, and turkey sausage lying around in the fridge and dinner was served! We were both surprised that it was A) edible and B) one of our new favorite dishes!

Pesto Pasta Salad. Perfect summer dish!

I guess you never know when you are going to stumble across a new recipe. If you try it out and love it as much as we do add it to your recipe collection!

Pesto Pasta with Turkey Sausage and Peas

Ingredients:

  • 8oz of your favorite pasta (I used Trader Joe’s brown rice quinoa fusilli pasta)
  • Turkey sausage, sliced
  • 1 C. pesto
  • 1 C. frozen peas
  • 1/2 C. sliced grape tomatoes
  • Feta cheese

Recipe:

  • Boil pasta and add the frozen peas in during the last five minutes
  • While the pasta boils, pan fry the turkey sausage until golden on each side
  • Drain the pasta and place in a large bowl
  • Add the turkey sausage, tomatoes, and pesto
  • Stir until combined
  • Plate and sprinkle with feta cheese

Summer Berry Tart

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Summer Berry Tart

There are hot summer days where I’m preparing for a party or fancy an evening dessert, but the idea of turning on the oven is off putting. In these instances, I’m all for a no-bake dessert! Luckily, this summer berry tart falls into that category.

Summer Berry Tart

With a pre-bought graham cracker crust and instant chocolate pudding, this mini dessert can be made in a matter of minutes. Add a sprinkle of powdered sugar and this berry tart is ready to awe your friends at your next dinner party. Side note: The color combination of the berries makes this easy dessert perfect for a Fourth of July celebration!

Summer Berry Tart

Summer Berry Tart

Ingredients:

  • 6 mini graham cracker pie crusts
  • 3.9 oz box of chocolate or vanilla pudding
  • 2 C. Milk
  • Berries
  • Powdered sugar

Recipe:

  • Whisk the pudding mix with the milk until smooth
  • Pour into the mini pie crusts and place in the fridge to set
  • Once the pudding has chilled, top with berries
  • Before serving, sprinkle with powdered sugar