The Drifters - Under the Boardwalk

Getting out the door to work, making sure the kids are at the bus stop or school on time, heading to an early morning doctor’s appointment… some mornings it seems like there is not enough time for even a bowl of cereal or a piece of toast. That’s when having make-ahead breakfast recipes handy is key. These breakfast recipes can be prepared the night before or made ahead for the week, making them perfect for meal prep. We’ve gathered an assortment of hearty breakfast casseroles and egg dishes, as well as sweet baked goods and grab-and-go options ideal for busy mornings.

When you need to feed a crowd for breakfast or want a make-ahead breakfast, a breakfast casserole is the solution. Featuring both sweet breakfast casserole recipes and savory breakfast casserole recipes, they’re ideal for brunch, feeding a crowd, or if you have a house of hungry teenagers. We’ve gathered a variety of Blue Ribbon breakfast casserole recipes, from sweet options like cinnamon raisin French toast and upside-down apple French toast, to savory options such as biscuit and gravy casserole, sausage crescent bake, and hearty egg and cheese combinations. They’ll earn rave reviews and disappear fast from the breakfast table.

Skillet meals are popular because they’re simple and make cleanup a breeze. A good skillet can go from the stovetop to the oven, making it perfect for everything from crispy fried chicken to baked desserts. Preparing a meal in a skillet helps to develop flavor, especially if using a cast iron skillet, because the pan will retain the heat, which creates wonderful browning, and adds flavor to dishes like meat, cornbread, and cobblers. In this roundup of easy skillet recipes, you’ll find easy meals, one-pan dinners, skillet breakfasts, and even cast iron desserts. Fewer pans, less clean up… that’s a win-win.