Breakfast

Casserole so beautiful, you can finally Instagram it without shame.

It’s breakfast! It’s brunch! It’s a snack! It’s a glorious mess. And in case you’re wondering, the waffles are pretty amazing just on their own.

Five different types of coconut go into our quintuple-threat breakfast (or snack) bars. Nutrient-dense and sweet enough to satisfy even the youngest members of your household.

Just when we thought there were no new ways to cook an egg, along came these adorable little vessels that yield soft-boiled meals in a cup.

This is ideal for a brunch party; the entire casserole can be assembled the night before so all that’s left to do is bake it the next day. And let’s be real: We’d happily eat it for dinner, too.

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Winter’s answer to the grain bowl, this feels super hearty and satisfying.

All that sour cream keeps these drop biscuits super moist and tender—they reheat well, even after sitting out for hours (pop back into 350° oven for 5 minutes).

Bob’s Red Mill makes a coarse cornmeal that’s perfect for these, but don’t stress if you can’t find it. A finer grind will just have less crunch.

With a little make-ahead savvy, these breakfast options are perfectly portable.

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Not too sweet, and you still get a morning boost.

This recipe for waffles is crisp and delicate in an almost unreal way. Enjoy them hot off the iron with whipped cream and jam. 

Turn your egg-in-a-hole into a grilled cheese sandwich. With bacon.

This power-breakfast smoothie will be extra smooth if you soak the nuts and oats in water overnight; drain before proceeding.

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Like all good leafy greens, the giant pile of escarole leaves will wilt down dramatically as they cook.

You can substitute braised short rib, pork shoulder, or brisket for the pastrami—if it’s fatty and shreddable, it will make a good hash.

Warning: A fork and knife (or a bib, at the very least) may be required to tackle this sandwich.

The cinnamon butter will saturate the bread while it bakes, almost like an eggless French toast.

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