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"Breakfast for Dinner" Recipe Ideas

By John Mitzewich, About.com

No time for a big breakfast in the morning? No worries, these satisfying recipe ideas can be a hearty and delicious way to end the day.

Corned Beef Hash

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What's the best thing about boiling some corned beef for dinner? Making corned beef hash with the leftovers! This corned beef hash recipe is an easy and traditional version of the American breakfast classic.

Sausage and Egg Breakfast Pizza

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Never thought of topping a pizza with eggs? Well, after you taste this amazing pizza, you may never eat it any other way! The soft yolks, running over the cheese and sausage, topped with the cool greens, makes for a very memorable pizza experience. It is called a breakfast pizza, but this is wonderful anytime of the day.

Red Onion, Caper, and Smoked Salmon Breakfast Bake

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This smoked salmon breakfast pie could be called a lot of things; breakfast casserole, frittata, crust-less quiche, but no matter what you call it, you'll agree this recipe is a deliciously different brunch or breakfast item.

Bacon and Swiss Chard Frittata

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This bacon Swiss chard frittata recipe is so satisfying and delicious, the fact it's so good for you is just an added bonus. You can make this frittata recipe using other greens such as arugula or spinach - or use up leftover vegetables, which many claim is why the frittata was invented.

New Orleans-Style French Toast "Pain Perdu"

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This is not your typical French toast recipe. This is New Orleans-style French toast, made using thick slices of bread soaked in a custard batter, then after being browned lightly in a pan, their baked golden brown. This cooks the inside into a creamy, almost bread pudding-like texture, as the outside gets crisp and golden. The taste and texture contrast makes for the best French toast recipe ever!

Baked Bacon and Asparagus Omelet

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This baked bacon and asparagus omelet is what the Italians call a "frittata." It's an easy way to enjoy the wonderful combination of eggs, bacon, cheese and asparagus.

Cornmeal Pancakes

Photo © napa farmhouse 1885
Give these cornmeal pancakes a try when you want something a little different for that special breakfast or brunch. This cornmeal pancake recipe can be served with the traditional maple syrup, but are really great with fresh or frozen berries.

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