71 Ways with Farm-Fresh Eggs

Recipe: The Ultimate Fried Egg Sandwich with BBQ Bacon

Clumsy? Skip the flip, and finish your fried egg under the broiler for 1-2 minutes.

Recipe: Asparagus, Spring Onion, and Feta Quiche

This elegant breakfast classic is full of fresh spring ingredients. Garnish with flat leaf parsley for a winning presentation. 

Recipe: Breakfast Enchiladas

Who says enchiladas are just for dinner? You and your entire family won't be able to resist this decadent breakfast casserole. It’s flavored with bold Mexican flavors, like fresh red bell peppers, salsa verde, fresh cilantro, and chopped avocado. The cheese sauce comes together with only six ingredients, and helps take this crowd-pleasing casserole to the next level in flavor and fill. Remove eggs from stovetop while they're still a bit wet; they'll finish cooking in the oven. To make this a day ahead, go through Step 2; cover and chill the casserole. Let stand at room temperature about 20 minutes before baking.

Recipe: Creamy Baked Eggs with Herbs and Bacon

Make this savory one pan dish a complete meal and serve with toasted bread and a leafy green side salad.

Recipe: Grits Cakes with Poached Eggs and Country Gravy

Trim away uneven edges for a clean look. Use a paring knife, round cookie cutter, or pizza wheel.

Recipe: Fried Egg Sandwiches

Ready in 27 Minutes
Dive into this open-face version of a fried egg sandwich. The drizzle of hollandaise sauce and topping of chopped-sun dried tomatoes are the perfect finishing touches.

Recipe: Smoky Pimiento Cheese Deviled Eggs

Chef Jason Hill of Atlanta’s Wisteria Restaurant combined two Southern standards into one exceptional deviled egg.

Recipe: Bacon-and-Cheddar Grits Quiche

Spread cheese to the edge of the warm, bacony grits "crust" to prevent any custard from seeping out while the quiche bakes.

Watch: Bacon-and-Cheddar Grits Quiche

Recipe: Cheese-and-Sausage Quiche

Adapted from North Carolina community cookbook Carolina Cooking, this is great for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It also reheats beautifully, so bake an extra and take it to a friend.

Recipe: Muffuletta Deviled Eggs

This easy appetizer melds the flavors of olives, egg, and salty salami.

Recipe: Breakfast Sausage-Egg Pizza

This creative brunch twist is a definite crowd-pleaser. Feel free to fry the eggs in a skillet and add to the just-cooked pizza. Don't worry about shaping a perfectly round pie—embrace the free-form look. Cheesy Mornay Sauce elevates this rustic pizza into a company-worthy pie. 

Watch: Breakfast Sausage-Egg Pizza

Recipe: Tomato-Herb Mini Frittatas

These mini frittatas work for simple weekday breakfasts, but can be spruced up and individually plated for more formal occasions. BY transferring the ramekins from the bottom baking sheet to the middle rack during the last few minutes of cooking time, you’ll give the frittatas a crispy golden brown layer of cheese on top.  Give them a restaurant finish by topping them with mixed baby greens tossed with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. No ramekins on hand? This recipe can also be adapted for a large frittata – simply pour the egg mixture into a 13x9 baking dish and bake for about 20 minutes longer.

Recipe: Lemon-Dill Chicken Salad-Stuffed Eggs

This recipe pairs two classics—deviled eggs and chicken salad— to create a burst of flavor in one bite. Fresh dill, parsley, and lemon add a light and zesty kick to the protein-rich hors d’oeuvre.

Recipe: Egg Salad Tea Sandwiches

These tea sandwiches are the quintessential pick for tearoom lunches. Serve egg salad on whole grain bread slices with fresh watercress.

Recipe: Egg and Cheese Breakfast Bites (low-lactose)

This low-lactose breakfast appetizer is filled with sausage or ham and topped with Cheddar cheese.

Recipe: Classic Deviled Eggs

Deviled eggs never go out of style, and this recipe for Classic Deviled Eggs is one that every Southern cook should master.

Recipe: Smoked Egg Salad Toasts

Liven up egg salad with the distinctive Lowcountry flavor of smoke. (Think hardwood-roasted oysters and pulled pork barbecue.) Serve these also as an open-face afternoon sandwich.

Recipe: Scrambled Egg and Crêpe Casserole

Homemade crêpes, baked ham, and cheese sauce join forces for this twist on classic Gentleman’s Casserole. Once you master the savory herb crêpe, you’ll have tons of garnish options. Don’t let the thin pancake’s reputation scare you – crêpes don’t take chef-level skills. Choose a plain wheat flower, and do not try to flip it as you would a pancake. Simply tilt the pan in all directions after pouring the batter. This blend of breakfast basics – scrambled eggs, breakfast ham, green onions, and cheese sauce – is a new take on traditional flavor. If you have leftover crêpes, wrap them around smoked salmon, vegetables, and cream cheese for another breakfast option for guests.  

Video: How to Make Scrambled Eggs

Recipe: Crustless Swiss Chard Tomato Quiche

Enjoy the rewarding flavor of Swiss chard and tomato in this crustless pie.

Recipe: Asparagus Frittata

Ready in 30 Minutes
Made with fresh thin asparagus and Gouda and Parmesan cheeses, this is the perfect meal for brunch or dinner. Serve with fruit for brunch or with a simple salad for dinner.

Recipe: Eggs Simmered in Tomato Sauce

In this dish, inspired by Middle Eastern shakshuka, crushed tomatoes make a simmer sauce for poaching eggs.

Recipe: Open-Faced Meatloaf Sandwiches

All the flavor combinations in these meatloaf sandwiches meld nicely, and the over-easy egg topping each sandwich really complements the gravy.

Recipe: Sausage-Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole

This casserole combines true breakfast favorites—sausage, eggs, Cheddar cheese, and hash browns—in one filling and delicious dish.

Recipe: Chicken Fried Rice

Ready in 25 Minutes
In the amount of time it takes for takeout to be delivered to your door, our homemade Chicken Fried Rice will be on the table and ready to eat.

Recipe: Georgia Peach Deviled Eggs

Eggs aren't as sinful as you may think, deviled or not. In fact, they're low in saturated fat and a good source of calcium-friendly Vitamin D. So enjoy these peachy deviled eggs without the guilt.

Recipe: Spicy Ham-and-Eggs Benedict With Chive Biscuits

You’ll jump out of bed for this amazing recipe. A down-home spin on the ever-popular eggs Benedict sandwiched between fluffy Southern-style biscuit halves, it is perfect for company or a casual quiet morning. This dish will please anyone sitting at your table.

Recipe: Croissant French Toast with Strawberry Syrup

Celebrate the beginning of spring by sharing this simple yet delightful breakfast with your family. Top French toast with sliced strawberries and a sprinkle of powdered sugar.

Recipe: Caramelized Banana Pudding

This dressed-up banana pudding features bananas caramelized in brown sugar, butter, and cinnamon.

Recipe: Chiles Rellenos Quiche 

Baking mix forms a bread-like crust in this quiche with a kick. Shredded cheese and canned green chiles make preparation less time-consuming without sacrificing any flavor.

Recipe: Shrimp-and-Grits Eggs Benedict

Our Test Kitchen thought the popular Lowcountry dish shrimp and grits couldn't be improved. Yet Robert Stehling of Hominy Grill in Charleston put a delicious twist on this recipe using fried grits squares, asparagus spears, and a creamy shrimp sauce.

Recipe: Caramel-Pecan-Pumpkin Bread Puddings

Make one large dish of pumpkin bread pudding, or serve it in perfectly portioned ramekins for company.

Recipe: Buttermilk Peach Pudding

This juicy peach pudding recipe is perfect for a picnic or patio outdoor setting. Serve warm or cold with icecream.

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Recipe: Creamy Egg Strata

A strata is similar to quiche and frittatas. It’s a mixture of eggs and cheese baked in a baking dish, with cubed bread coated in butter serving as a base. This Creamy Egg Strata uses half of a French bread loaf, cubed and drizzled with melted butter. A mixture of Parmesan cheese and Swiss cheese pack a sharp punch, and dry white wine and chicken broth create an added layer of savory flavor. Let Creamy Egg Strata be the star of your next brunch. Made with Swiss and Parmesan cheese, this creamy egg dish is worth waking up for. Just make sure you chill it for 8 to 24 hours so the bread has a chance to soak up the flavors.

Recipe: Shrimp Rémoulade Deviled Eggs

Ready in under an hour, these spicy shrimp bites are simple to make but packed with flavor. You'll love this unique twist on deviled eggs with shrimp, spicy Creole mustard, and lots of garlic.

Recipe: Scrambled Egg Muffin Sliders

These breakfast sandwich sliders, made with Bacon-and-Cheddar Corn Muffins and delicious scrambled eggs, will be the talk of your next brunch!

Recipe: Strawberry Swirl Cream Cheese Pound Cake

Strawberry glaze is the secret to this cake’s colorful swirl. Serve with a side of lightly sugared sliced strawberries and whipped cream.

Recipe: Ham-and-Tomato Pie

This quiche-like pie uses two of summer’s showstoppers— tomatoes and basil–mixed with gooey mozzarella, and egg for a combination of savory and sweet. This dish is perfect for an afternoon brunch or lunch outdoors.

Recipe: Tex-Mex Deviled Eggs

Chili, jalapenos, and cheddar cheese combine for a spicy Texas-twist on the traditional appetizer.

Recipe: Sunny Skillet Breakfast 

Sunny-side-up eggs top off this skillet full of shredded potatoes, bell peppers, and onions.

Recipe:  Pavlova With Lemon Cream and Berries

You don't have to be a professional to make Pavlova with Lemon Cream and Berries. Assemble the elegant berry dessert just before serving; you can make the meringue up to two days ahead and store it in an airtight container.

Recipe: Creole Shrimp Deviled Eggs

These deviled eggs have a Creole flavor and are perfect as a Mardi Gras appetizer.

Recipe: Banana Pudding Cheesecake

This sinfully sweet dessert is the perfect blend of fresh bananas, creamy cheesecake, and crunchy vanilla wafers.

Recipe: Zucchini-Onion Frittata

Whip up this easy zucchini dish for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

Recipe: Caramelized Onion Quiche

Flat-leaf parsley, chives, and mint add a fresh, pretty finish to this tasty dish.

Recipe: Amaretto-Almond Pound Cake

Perfect with your afternoon tea, the Amaretto-Almond Pound Cake is soaked in a hot amaretto glaze, giving it a delicious flavor.

Recipe: Migas Tacos

This typical breakfast taco incorporates lightly crushed tortilla chips along with a mixture of eggs scrambled with diced tomatoes, chopped jalapeño peppers and onion. Sprinkle with reduced-fat Mexican four-cheese blend just before serving.

Recipe: Traditional Eggs Benedict recipe

Don't let the thought of poaching eggs scare you. Serve traditional Eggs Benedict for your Easter celebration brunch.

Recipe: Fried Soft-Shell Crabs Benedict

Pass the Bloody Marys: This Chesapeake staple now stars for brunch.

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Recipe: Chocolate Pudding

This chocolate pudding is everything you dream of—chocolaty rich, silky smooth, and light on calories!

Recipe: Savory Ham-and-Swiss Breakfast Pie

A homemade crust made from grits makes this memorable pie a one-of-a-kind dish that your family will request over and over again. Which won’t be a problem – it’s so easy to make, and maintains its savory flavor after reheating! After the creamy grits crust is set, the cheesy egg filling can be easily customized to fit your family’s unique preferences. We added garlic, Swiss cheese, ham, and green onions – try breakfast sausage and Parmesan for a variation. Serve this egg-based dish for breakfast with fruit, or add spinach and Italian sausage to make an easy weeknight meal, served with a light side salad.

Recipe: Lemon Curd Pound Cake

Wait to prepare the Lemon Curd Glaze until the cake comes out of the oven so it will still be warm when spread over the cake.

Recipe: Tee's Corn Pudding

This classic recipe has a rich, soufflé-like texture without the hassle. The result is an impressive side dish the entire family will love.

Recipe: BLT Benedict with Avocado-Tomato Relish

Sunny-side up or sliced boiled eggs would work just as well as poached eggs for this dish you've got to try.

Recipe: Classic Chess Pie

You can’t get more basic than chess pie. Remarkable for its simplicity and timeless appeal, chess pie is the ultimate Southern pantry pie.

Watch: How To Make Classic Chess Pie

Recipe: Olive Oil-Fried Eggs  

The key here is to fry the eggs fast (listen for the sizzle) and baste the yolks with the hot oil until they're opaque. Serve over Sauteed Greens and with a side of crusty bread.

Recipe: Italian Bread Pudding

Just when we thought make-ahead breakfasts couldn't get any easier! This reader-inspired recipe starts with frozen Texas toast and assembles in about 15 minutes. After assembling, simply chill for at least 4 hours and bake.

Recipe: Veggie Fried Rice

Mix quick-cooking brown rice with crisp, sautéed snap peas, green onions, and matchstick cut carrots for this fast Asian dish. With fried egg and soy sauce, it has all the flavor of a restaurant rendition without the cost. Add precooked chicken for a quick and easy one-dish meal.

Recipe: Brie-and-Veggie Breakfast Strata

Looking to feed a crowd? This sourdough bread based strata serves 8-10 brunch guests. We promise you won’t have leftovers. Creamy Brie cheese combines with the fresh flavors of onion, bell pepper, and potatoes in this hearty casserole. Add breakfast sausage or cubed honey ham to up the protein and add more flavor. Make sure you prepare the entire casserole the night before you plan to serve it, so the bread has time to absorb into the eggs, milk, and oil, and cheese. Just pop it in the oven the next morning and bake for 45-50 minutes. Serve with sweet berries for a balanced meal.

Recipe: Cajun Omelet

Wake up your taste buds with this mouthwatering omelet for breakfast, or for a satisfying supper, serve it with a simple green salad and bread.

Recipe: Cheesy Egg Scrambler

For an easy breakfast, fill a pita pocket with egg whites and melted cheese.

Recipe: Old-Fashioned Giblet-Egg Gravy

You can adapt this gravy to your family's specific taste, but homemade chicken or turkey stock is a must.

Recipe: Scrambled Egg and Mozzarella Breakfast Pizza

Offer pizza for breakfast by topping an English muffin with pizza sauce and cheesy scrambled eggs.

Video: How to Make Scrambled Eggs

Recipe: Basic Deviled Eggs

The filling for Southern-style basic deviled eggs is nothing more than egg yolks, mayonnaise, mustard, and sweet pickle relish.

Cooking Video: How To Make Deviled Eggs

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Recipe: Spicy Southwestern Deviled Eggs

These spicy deviled eggs, stuffed with mayo, mustard, cumin, and pickled jalapeños and topped with cilantro, are sure to please anyone who loves a bit of heat.

Recipe: Barbecue Deviled Eggs

This is the best of both worlds – deviled eggs kissed with smoky chopped pork. One of our favorite make-ahead tips: place yolk filling in a zip-top plastic bag, and the egg white halves in another container (especially handy if taking to barbecue). When you’re ready to fill egg white halves, simply snip a corner of the zip-top plastic bag and pipe away.

Recipe: Country Ham Carbonara

Hearty, not heavy, is key in this Italian dish. Serve immediately for the best flavor.

Recipe: King Ranch Breakfast Strata

This is the ultimate make-ahead breakfast casserole. For the best results, assemble it the night before. The next morning, pour the remaining milk over top, and knock off the chill by letting it stand 45 minutes before baking.

Recipe: Waffles Benedict

Can't decide between waffles or eggs for breakfast? Have both! You can substitute deli ham or country ham for the prosciutto.

Recipe: Grits-and-Greens Breakfast Bake

This dish combines breakfast favorites grits and eggs with tried-and-true Southern collard greens. Make Simple Collard Greens up to three days ahead for simple prep before mealtime.

Recipe: Tomato-Egg Sandwiches

The day before serving, combine the first 4 ingredients; cover and chill. Boil eggs, peel, and slice; cover and chill. Slice the tomatoes and toast the bread just before assembling the sandwiches. Cut the toasted bread slices with a cutter for a dazzling presentation.

Recipe: Caramel-Cream Cheese Flan

A heavenly marriage of cheesecake and custard, Caramel-Cream Cheese Flan is sent to the table with effortless style. Sugar is caramelized in a cake pan on the stovetop and then cooled and baked beneath a creamy layer of custard. After chilling, the hardened caramel melts, covering the top and sides of the inverted flan.