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Back in 1984, we were next-door neighbors raising our families in the little town of Delaware, Ohio. Two moms with small children, we were looking for a way to do what we loved and stay home with the kids too. We had always shared a love of home cooking and making memories with family & friends and so, after many a conversation over the backyard fence, Gooseberry Patch was born.

We put together our first catalog at our kitchen tables, enlisting the help of our loved ones wherever we could. From that very first mailing, we found an immediate connection with many of our customers and it wasnt long before we began receiving letters, photos and recipes from these new friends. In 1992, we put together our very first cookbook, compiled from hundreds of these recipes and, the rest, as they say, is history.

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Crunchy pecans paired with maple...a great way to begin the day! Top with plenty of butter and rich maple syrup.

1-1/2 c. all-purpose flour

2 T. sugar

1 t. baking powder

1/4 t. salt

2 eggs, separated

12-oz. can evaporated milk

3 T. oil

1/2 t. maple extract

1/2 c. pecans, finely chopped

Combine flour, sugar, baking powder and salt in a medium bowl; mix well and set aside. Combine egg yolks, evaporated milk, oil and extract in a large bowl; stir well. Gradually add flour mixture, beating well after each addition; set aside. In a small bowl, beat egg whites with an electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form; fold into batter. For each waffle, pour 1/2 cup batter onto a preheated, greased waffle iron; sprinkle with one tablespoon nuts. Bake according to manufacturers instructions. Makes 8 servings.

There are so many farmers markets, antique sales and county fairs year 'round...be sure to visit at least one! A hearty breakfast together with family & friends will start the day off right.

Great for busy mornings...no one has to stand by the stove, flipping pancakes! For a different taste, sprinkle the batter with fresh fruit.

1-1/2 c. all-purpose flour

2 T. sugar

1 t. baking soda

1 t. baking powder

1/4 t. salt

1 egg, beaten

1-1/2 c. buttermilk

3 T. oil

cinnamon-sugar to taste

Garnish: butter, maple syrup

In a bowl, stir together flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder and salt. In a separate bowl, combine egg, buttermilk and oil; add to dry ingredients. Stir just until mixed, but slightly lumpy. Spread batter evenly in a greased and floured 15"10" jelly-roll pan. Sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar to taste. Bake at 350 degrees for 16 to 18 minutes, until top springs back when lightly touched and edges are lightly golden. Cut into squares and serve with butter and maple syrup. Makes 4 to 6 servings.

Cook up a yummy topping for pancakes and waffles. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a skillet over low heat. Stir in 1/4 cup brown sugar and 2 cups thinly sliced apples. Cook and stir until tender...delicious!

Crunchy, sweet and salty...this bacon is out-of-this-world good! Cook some up for your brunch guests. Theyre sure to love it.

1 c. brown sugar, packed

2 t. cinnamon

1 lb. bacon

Combine brown sugar and cinnamon in a bowl; set aside. Cut each bacon slice in half crosswise; dredge in brown sugar mixture. Twist bacon slices and place in 2 ungreased 13"9" baking pans. Bake at 350 degrees for 15 to 20 minutes, until bacon is crisp and brown sugar is bubbly. Place bacon on aluminum foil to cool. Serve at room temperature. Serves 6 to 8.

Apples and brown sugar give the sausages such a delicious sweetness...a great side dish for a brunch.

1 lb. pork breakfast sausage links

6 Golden Delicious apples, cored and cut into 8 wedges

3 T. brown sugar, packed

1 T. lemon juice

1/4 t. salt

1/8 t. pepper

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook sausages for about 10 minutes, until no longer pink inside. Drain; cut sausages in half and return to skillet. Add apple wedges; sprinkle with remaining ingredients. Cover and cook over medium-low heat for 10 to 15 minutes, until apples are just tender, gently stirring once or twice. Serves 6.

Savory scrambled eggs for a crowd...perfect for Saturday morning before you go leaf-peeping, antiquing or cheering on your favorite team!