This world seems to have gone crazy right before our eyes and our family relationships are paying the price.
Statistic show that parents work on average 8.2 hours a day, and watch 5.5 hours of TV or other mobile devices per day, but they spend only a shocking 2 hours a day with their children. These facts are not only startling, but disturbing.
Everyone admits that it is a very fast, frenzied and rather impersonal world that we live in today.When you consider the intense schedules we set for ourselves and our families, one can easily see why there is little or no time for quality family time. Pressure and stress abound everywhere.
Men, you can make a statement “FOREVER”, if you become the “BREAKFAST MASTER.” It is EASY, it is FUN, and it is oh, so IMPORTANT.
It seems that everywhere you look (especially in TV ads) the role of men is becoming minimized and trivialized. By doing Breakfast and doing it right you can make an incredible statement and create lasting memories for your family.
It is great to get everyone involved in the preparations, and even in the actual cooking. It is something that they will take with them forever.
Our boys are grown now, with families of their own, but they still talk about our Sundaymorning omelets, or Pizza Fritta, and our Magnolia Sunrise drinks (nonalcoholic forthem at the time). These may be great memories for them, but to Renee and me they are priceless.
Our grandchildren love Papa’s scrambled eggs, and they are crazy about my Pizza Fritta lungas, together with Naenae’s Potatoes and Eggs and her special Pancakes, breakfast in our family has become a time of love, laughter and lots of fun.
This book contains many new recipes, staples, and of course lots of old favorites, some with a new twist. They are easy and many times absolutely fabulous.
You can change most recipes to your particular diet or liking. You can take many shortcuts by buying some already prepared items. You can prepare many parts of the dishes ahead, thus making it much easier for yourself.
Most important, DON’T BE AFRAID, JUST DO IT!
Get everyone in the kitchen, give Mom the morning off. IT’S TIME TO GET COOKING.
REMEMBER, it doesn’t have to be fancy; it doesn’t have to be fabulous. IT JUST HAS TO BE DONE TOGETHER.
Sure Dads do breakfast, but so do Granddads, or at least we should. Many Granddads don’t see their children or their grandchildren as much as they would like.
As Granddads we can’t do the things we used to. We can’t walk on our hands anymore, or run as fast as we used to. So when you see your families, make the most of it. You can make some delicious breakfasts, but more importantly you can make some FUN breakfasts too.
For instance, make a stack of pancakes and decorate them as you would a birthday cake. Use whipped cream, candles and birthday decorations. .
Make your eggs, pancakes or waffles into exciting shapes and themes and top each with yummy delights. Use your imagination.
Just remember one thing, show your family how much you love them. Kiss them, hug them and make them the most memorable BREAKFAST that they will ever have.
Dads know that cooking may seem very difficult or at least intimidating for many men. Sooo!!!!Here are a few extremely important hints and some handy ideas that will help take the pressure off. It is also important to note that these hints will make it much easier to get started and follow through for a great breakfast for your family and friends.
Lastly and most importantly, if you think that the meal went wrong (didn’t go the way you wanted it to) DON”T GO CRAZY, take it easy, it’s probably not as bad as you think and your family probably won’t even notice.
REMEMBER, it’s about being together. If you overreact your family will remember that much more than a not so great meal. YOU LOVE THEM, SO TEACH THEM GREAT VALUES FIRST AND HOW TO COOK SECOND.
Finally, one last thought. Remember, we are not gourmet chefs. We are Dads doing our best to make a great breakfast for our family and friends in a fun and love filled happy environment.NOW THAT’S FAMILY!!
Here are some of the delicious recipes that you will love to cook. Just read the recipe first, get your ingredients in order and Go For It. It’s going to be great.
A better easier way to make delicious fried eggs.“Midnight Run Chorizo and Eggs. English Muffins and Eggs Three Ways.Fluffiest Creamiest Scrambled Eggs.Hamburger Crumble and Fried Eggs with Hollandaise Sauce.Hula Eggs The Amazing Tasting Tuscan Eggs.Making the Perfect Omelet.The Omelet Bar.Down East Clam OmeletHawaiian Omelet with Pineapple Coconut-Rum Aloha Sauce.Shore Dinner Omelet with Lemon White Wine Butter Cream Sauce.Incredible Crepes with Very Berry Sauce.Bear Walk Ebelskivers with Apple Pie Filling.Dad’s Best Pancakes.Ham and Bananas Foster Waffles.Step by Step Crouque Madame.LaJolla style Breakfast Panini.“THE DON” (on the cover). A breakfast sandwich that you can’t refuse.Texas Tacos with Long Horn Potatoes, Bacon, Cheddar Cheese and Salsa.Skiers Breakfast Sandwich.Great Home Fries.Pizza Fritta and Pizza Fritta Lunga. (make plenty the kids love them)Frittatas, (how to make them.)Ham and Swiss Cheese Frittata with Red Bell Peppers and Olives.Tastiest Matzo Brei.Potatoes and Eggs. (you won’t believe how good they are)Good Old Fashioned Biscuits and Gravy.Rum Raisin Cream Cheese Spread. (and many other spreads and flavored butters)You can make Hollandaise Sauce.
AND OF COURSE MANY MORE Tasty and EXCITING RECEPIES