Today I had the honor of hosting eight sweet friends and pastors' wives for brunch. Brunch is a fun meal to serve because you can combine your favorite breakfast recipes with sweet items for a nice treat. Today's menu consisted of breakfast enchiladas, tomato grits, sticky buns, fresh fruit, orange Julius, coffee, and hot tea. I am notorious for trying new recipes out on guests and today was no exception. The breakfast enchiladas and tomato grits were new to me and seemed to be a hit. The one thing I changed in the recipe for the breakfast enchiladas was to use half hot sausage and half mild. Having used hot sausage before, I was afraid it would have been way to spicy in conjunction with the green chiles. They were plenty spicy with that alteration.I have made the sticky buns several times and have enjoyed them on each occasion. I saw Ina Garten make these on her show and one of the tips she gives is to be sure the puff pastry stays cold. That is what allows the pastry to be so light and flaky.
The orange Julius is a favorite beverage for our family on special holidays. I traditionally made orange Julius for breakfast on Christmas Day and usually for Easter morning as well. It just takes orange juice up a notch.
Surprise your family one morning with a special breakfast using one or all of these recipes--or have a few friends over on a Saturday. They'll love you for it!
Orange Julius
(serves 4)
- 1/3 c. frozen orange juice concentrate
- 1/4 c. sugar
- 1/2 c. water
- 1/2 c. milk
- 1/2 t. vanilla flavoring
- 6-8 ice cubes
Blend all ingredients in blender until ice is crushed. Serve immediately.
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