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According to Wikipedia –
“a mother (or mum/mom/mam) is a woman who has raised a child, given birth to a child, and/or supplied the egg which in union with a sperm grew into a child.”
That just doesn’t seem to cover it … and doesn’t come close to explaining what makes a woman a mom or mother. I think mothers are as different as snowflakes. Each one precious, special, tender and vulnerable with some a little prettier, or bolder, and maybe more complicated.
I hope if you’re mom is still around, that you get to have a lovely special day with her this weekend. I know Mother’s Day is a Hallmark kind of celebration, but a well deserved one indeed.
Maybe you and mom can enjoy a nice fresh breakfast together or a mani-pedi day at the spa. This overnight French Toast recipe is easy enough even the most unkitcheny son could whip it up. Topped with fresh fruit and maple syrup infused Greek Yogurt, your mom will love the recipe along with the effort. Mom’s are easy to please – it doesn’t take much to make us really happy!
Serve with fresh fruit and maybe a little “Mom-mosa”– a perfect way to start the day.
Overnight English Muffin French Toast
2 large eggs
1/2 cup low fat buttermilk
1 teaspoon orange zest
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 English muffins, split
1/2 cup fat-free Greek yogurt
maple syrup to taste
Extras: strawberries, blackberries, blueberries, tangerines or oranges
Whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, orange zest and vanilla. Split the English muffins and lay them split side up in the bottom of a 13×9 inch baking dish. Pour the egg mixture over the muffins and cover and chill for 8 to 12 hours.
Remove the muffins from the egg mixture and discard the liquid. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Lightly coat the bottom with vegetable oil. Cook the muffins in batches until lightly browned. Serve with fresh fruit and Greek Yogurt and maple syrup.
Serves 3
(recipe adapted from a May 2011 Southern Living Magazine)
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I plan on spending some time with my daughter this weekend getting a pedicure and other fun things. Since she’s a mom, and I’m her mom, we need to do something special to celebrate. My own mother has been gone since 1992. She really missed a lot.
This is an old photo of my mom with my son Patrick taken in 1987. She was a wonderful grandmother.
I love this 4-generation photo of my daughter Allie, me, my mom (Betty), and her mom (Genevieve)
taken June 1, 1991 a/k/a a long time ago!
I hope you have a wonderful weekend and thanks so much for stopping by! Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms out there!
Tricia
Pam says
May 11, 2014 at 6:30 pmThis wold be a wonderful tasty breakfast! The photo of your mom and son is great and how wonderful with the 4-generation photo. This is a great tribute to your "moms"!
Mary Younkin says
May 11, 2014 at 5:39 pmHappy Mother's Day, Tricia! Your photos both of the food and of your family are absolutely lovely. ~HUGS~
Anna and Liz Recipes says
May 11, 2014 at 2:37 pmWhat a beautiful post Tricia! Not only your photos are spectacular, but your tribute to all the Moms including your memorable photos of you with your mom and grandmother are just precious, brings tears to my eyes. Love you girlfriend! … like your my next door neighbor. When you come to Charleston, please please contact me! <br />xxoo Anna
Lea Ann (Cooking On The Ranch) says
May 11, 2014 at 2:26 pmLove this dish for Mother's Day and beyond. And the family photos are wonderful.
Elzbieta Hester says
May 9, 2014 at 5:54 amPhotos like this make me want to cry…<br />Excellant dish for Mother's Day! Hope you have the best one!<br />:) [email protected]
Cheri Savory Spoon says
May 9, 2014 at 3:46 amWhat a great post Tricia, beautiful 4-generation picture. The Wikipedia definition seems rather dull, I mean it is so much more……..Have a wonderful Mother's day, I just know it's going to be nice.
Angie Schneider says
May 9, 2014 at 3:21 amThose family photos are precious! <br />I love the idea of turning English muffins into French toast! They look so beautiful and delicious with all the fresh berries. <br />
Chris Scheuer says
May 9, 2014 at 1:45 amWhat a lovely post Tricia. Thanks for sharing such a special part of your heart with us. I love the picture of the four generations of beautiful women, that is precious beyond words. Your mom looks like a sweetheart. <br />Love your breakfast – I never thought of using English muffins for French toast but it sounds and looks fabulous.
TLady says
May 9, 2014 at 12:20 amWhat a scrumptious meal! Who wouldn't love that? 🙂 Happy Mother's Day to you too Tricia! I expect it to be a wonderful day! 🙂
SavoringTime in the Kitchen says
May 9, 2014 at 12:03 amI love the photos of your mother and son and your 4 generations! I lost my mother in 2005 and never met my grandmother as she died when my mother was only 10 years old. Happily I have two wonderful, grown daughters to help pamper me on Mothers' Day. <br /><br />I never would have though to make French toast with English muffins but I love the idea. They look delicious, Tricia!
Sue/the view from great island says
May 9, 2014 at 12:00 amWell, this has my name written all over it, we eat tons of English muffins in this house, and I love that you came up with a new way to enjoy them! My mom passed away in 1993…it still aches!
Bianca @ Confessions of a Chocoholic says
May 8, 2014 at 10:04 pmHave a lovely Mother's Day with your daughter! This is a great recipe, I especially like the Greek yogurt with maple syrup.
Big Dude says
May 8, 2014 at 5:05 pmLooks like a fine breakfast and it's great to have that 4 generation shot
[email protected] is How I Cook says
May 8, 2014 at 4:16 pmThey say pictures tell the story and that is so true! Oh Tricia, what a wonderful story you have! And I love this English Muffin French Toast! Happy Mother's Day.
Wendy says
May 8, 2014 at 1:31 pmOh my goodness, Tricia! That photo of your mom and Patrick could win a gorgeous baby contest or "show grandparent-love in a photo" contest….or maybe just "show love in a photo" contest. 🙂 I can understand why you would treasure the 4 generation photo also. How incredibly special to be able to document all of you together. Lots of red/strawberry-blond hair in your family. 🙂
Monica says
May 8, 2014 at 11:43 amHave a wonderful Mother's Day, Tricia! You always set such a lovely table. I adore English muffins and French toast is always a special treat…what a great combination for Mother's Day. Have a great one on Sunday!
Mary Callan says
May 8, 2014 at 10:53 amWhat a lovely post! you're so right that Wiki description is sorely lacking! your wonderful french toast breakfast is a perfect Mother's Day treat!<br />Mary