Makes 8 to 10 servings 3 c. sugar 1/4 c. all-purpose flour 1/4 c. baking cocoa 3 c. milk 1 t. butter 10-oz. tube refrigerated biscuits, baked Mix sugar, flour, cocoa and milk in a microwave-safe container. tube refrigerated biscuits, baked Mix sugar, flour, cocoa and milk in a microwave-safe container.
Microwave on high setting for 8 to 10 minutes, until thick and bubbly; stir every 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from microwave; stir in vanilla and butter. To serve, crumble biscuits onto individual serving plates; spoon gravy over biscuits. Need a centerpiece in a jiffy? Simply arrange slices of orange, lemon or lime inside a tall clear glass jar, fill with water and light a floating candle on top.
Our Story
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. Hard to believe its been over 25 years since those kitchen-table days! From that original little Gooseberry Patch family, weve grown to include an amazing group of creative folks who love cooking, decorating and creating as much as we do. Today, were best known for our homestyle, family-friendly cookbooks, now recognized as national bestsellers.
One things for sure, we couldnt have done it without our friends all across the country. Each year, were honored to turn thousands of your recipes into our collectible cookbooks. Our hope is that each book captures the stories and heart of all of you who have shared with us. Whether youve been with us since the beginning or are just discovering us, welcome to the Gooseberry Patch family!
Welcome
Dear Friend, Breakfastour favorite time of day! The aroma of coffee brewing and bacon sizzlingis there anything more irresistible? For Our Favorite Breakfast & Brunch Recipes , weve collected lots of scrumptious ways to get the day started right. Make an everyday morning special with Yummy Apple-Walnut Muffins and Moms Jam Tea. Invite friends to share a delightful brunch of Cheesy Brunch Eggs, Banana-Pecan Waffles, Sugarplum Bacon and Cinnamon Streusel Coffee Cake.
Out of bed, sleepyheadits time for breakfast! Rise & Shine!
Jo Ann & Vickie
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Gooseberry Patch
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Columbus, OH 43235 www.gooseberrypatch.com 1-800-854-6673 Copyright 2006, Gooseberry Patch 978-1-62093-064-9
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Country Breakfast Skillet
Makes 4 to 6 servings 5 c. frozen shredded hashbrowns, thawed salt, pepper and garlic powder to taste 6 to 8 eggs 1/3 c. milk 1 to 2 tomatoes, chopped 4 to 6 green onions, thinly sliced 1/4 lb. shredded Cheddar cheese Cook hashbrowns in a skillet according to package directions, seasoning with salt, pepper and garlic powder; set aside. shredded Cheddar cheese Cook hashbrowns in a skillet according to package directions, seasoning with salt, pepper and garlic powder; set aside.
Beat eggs with milk; stir in tomatoes, onions and ham. Stir egg mixture into hashbrowns over medium heat; stir quickly to scramble. As eggs begin to set, add cheese. Continue to stir until eggs are cooked and set. A glassful of fresh-squeezed orange juice is always a treat at breakfast.
Yummy Apple-Walnut Muffins
Makes 2 dozen 2 c. all-purpose flour 1 c. sugar 2 t. baking powder 2 t. baking soda 2 t. cinnamon 1 t. nutmeg 2 eggs 1/2 c. oil 5 c. apples, cored, peeled and coarsely chopped 1 c. chopped walnuts 1/2 c. raisins Mix together dry ingredients in a medium bowl and set aside. raisins Mix together dry ingredients in a medium bowl and set aside.
In a separate bowl, whisk eggs and oil. Fold in apples, walnuts and raisins; add to flour mixture and stir until moistened. Fill greased muffin cups 2/3 full; bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes. Make bacon curls to garnish your breakfast plate. Fry bacon until browned but not crisp, immediately roll up slices and fasten each with a toothpick.
Sausage & Red Pepper Strata
Makes 4 to 6 servings 1/2 lb. ground pork sausage 1/2 t. dried oregano 1/4 t. red pepper flakes 4 slices French bread, cubed 1/2 red pepper, diced 1 t. dried parsley 4 eggs 1 c. evaporated milk 1 t. evaporated milk 1 t.
Dijon mustard 1/4 t. pepper 1/2 c. shredded sharp Cheddar cheese Brown sausage in a skillet with oregano and red pepper flakes; drain and set aside. Arrange bread cubes in the bottom of a greased 8"x8" baking pan. Top with sausage mixture, red pepper and parsley; set aside. Whisk together eggs, milk, mustard and pepper; pour evenly over sausage mixture.