North American Breakfasts

American pancakes are made from a thick batter consisting of eggs, flour, milk, and baking powder. Additionally, fruit such as apples, strawberries, and blueberries can also be added to the batter, along with buttermilk or chocolate chips. When se... READ MORE

American-style cinnamon rolls are characterized by the pillowy, soft dough and their much larger size and softer texture when compared to their European cousins. They are made with yeasted dough that is rolled into a rectangle, spread with butter,... READ MORE

Eggs Benedict is a breakfast or brunch meal consisting of toasted halves of an English muffin that are topped with a slice of ham or bacon, a poached egg, and sauce Hollandaise. Although there are numerous theories about the origin of the dish, mo... READ MORE

Breakfast burrito is a unique variety of a burrito, consisting of a tortilla stuffed with ingredients that are usually a breakfast staple such as eggs, bacon, and potatoes. It was invented in 1975 in Tia Sophia, a café in Santa Fe,... READ MORE

A breakfast sandwich refers to any kind of sandwich filled with foods that are usually considered a breakfast staple such as cured meats, eggs, cheese, and various types of bread. Before the explosion of breakfast sandwiches in the United States, ... READ MORE

First prepared by the Native American centuries ago, grits are tiny broken grains of corn that are boiled and served with other flavorings, usually as a breakfast dish, when they are accompanied by bacon, eggs, and toast on the side. The dish is p... READ MORE

Pancakes are traditionally consumed across North America and Canada, made from a starchy batter, eggs, milk, and butter. Their origin is probably German, with the traditional Pfannkuchen recipe being brought by German immigrants who settl... READ MORE

Affectionately called the breakfast of champions, huevos rancheros is a traditional breakfast dish from Mexico consisting of tortillas, eggs, beans and, sometimes, a selection of meats, all covered with a tomato-chili sauce or salsa. Orig... READ MORE

This American sandwich belongs to the group of breakfast sandwiches and consists of bread that is often toasted or buttered, crispy bacon, fried or scrambled eggs, and cheese. It is often served with a cup of coffee on the side. There are... READ MORE

A popular breakfast dish throughout the United States of America, especially in the Southern parts of the country, biscuits 'n' gravy consists of tender dough biscuits that are covered in a thick gravy, usually made from the drippings of pork saus... READ MORE

Chilaquiles are, at their most basic, an assembly of fried tortilla pieces drenched in chili sauce with optional meat and vegetables. The dish is popular both in Mexico and the United States as a great way to use up leftover, stale tortillas. The ... READ MORE

Home fries is a popular American side dish made by frying larger chunks of potatoes in butter or oil until they are crispy and golden in color. The potatoes might sometimes be unpeeled, and they are often shortly boiled or steamed before frying. H... READ MORE

The fried egg sandwich is a simple and comforting American dish that's typically prepared with slices of sourdough bread, fried eggs, and cheddar cheese. In order to prepare it, the cheese is sandwiched between two slices of bread and broiled. A f... READ MORE

This Lone Star culinary treasure is quite simple – a tortilla stuffed with traditional breakfast ingredients, depending on personal preferences: processed yellow cheese, pork, and eggs are just some of the most common ingredients used in the... READ MORE

Sausage gravy is a popular breakfast item throughout the Southern parts of the United States of America. It consists of sausage drippings, flour, milk, salt, and pepper. Cooked sausage is added to the combination, sometimes along with some more se... READ MORE

Poppyseed muffins are American sweet treats that are typically made with a combination of flour, sugar, butter, baking powder, poppy seeds, and, quite often, a variety of other ingredients and flavorings such as cinnamon, lemon juice, or blueberri... READ MORE

Bizcochito is the official state cookie of New Mexico. Deeply rooted in its history, it was originally invented by the first Spanish colonists of New Mexico as a way of expressing the local culture, customs, and flavors through gastronomy. These c... READ MORE

Papadzules is a Mexican dish with Mayan origins consisting of egg-filled tortillas drenched in a sauce made with pumpkin seeds and epazote. The dish is usually consumed for breakfast on the streets of Yucatan, although it is also found in... READ MORE

Enfrijolada is a Mexican dish consisting of fresh corn tortillas smothered with beans in their liquid. Fillings and toppings vary from one cook to another since this dish is popular throughout Mexico due to its nutritive value and inexpensive ingr... READ MORE

Tamales de elote is a simple Mexican dish made with fresh elote corn. Steamed elote tamales are often served hot on the side as a starchy part of a meal, and it is recommended to drizzle some milk or cream over them for added flavor. They can be s... READ MORE

Traditionally associated with the Pennsylvania Dutch, scrapple is a regional delicacy that is created with the by-products of pig slaughter. It is prepared with a spicy blend of pork scraps, cornmeal, or buckwheat that is cooked down in pork stock... READ MORE

Entomatadas is a Mexican specialty dish consisting of filled tortillas doused in a rich tomato sauce. Tomatoes, onions, and garlic are the main ingredients of every tomato sauce recipe and can be enriched with various other ingredients, spices, an... READ MORE

Bammy is a traditional cassava flatbread. The dough is often soaked in coconut milk, then fried, steamed, or baked. It originates from the Arawaks, who are the island's original inhabitants. The bread can usually be bought from local vendors, and ... READ MORE

Cachapa, chorreada, arepa de choclo, güirila, toquera, tortilla de choclo, and tortilla changa, are all names that describe a Latin American corn dish that can be categorized as either a pancake, tortilla, or flatbread, depending on the count... READ MORE

Doubles is a staple of Trini street food, a sandwich that consists of two fried flatbreads (bara) filled with curried chickpeas (curry channa). It is believed that doubles were invented in 1936 in Princes Town, and nowadays they ... READ MORE

Huevos divorciados is a Mexican dish consisting of two fried eggs, each placed on its separate corn tortilla with a different sauce (one has green salsa, the other one red salsa). The dish is served on one plate and is commonly consumed for breakf... READ MORE

Ackee and saltfish is the national dish of Jamaica consisting of an unusual fruit of West African origin and any sort of dried and salted fish, usually cod, mahi mahi, or mackerel. The dish is very popular either as a nourishing Jamaican breakfast... READ MORE

Torta de tamal or guajolota is a popular Mexican street food item that is usually consumed for breakfast, consisting of a soft bolilloREAD MORE

Huevos motuleños is a popular Mexican dish categorized by many as a true representative of comfort food at its best. The dish, named after a Yucatan town, consists of crispy tostadas topped with eggs, plantains, roasted tomatoes, and beans,... READ MORE

Klobasnek is a savory snack that was first made by Czechs who settled in Texas. The snack consists of the same dough that's used to make kolaches, but it is filled with a kielbasa sausage instead of fruit. It is believed that the first klobasnek (... READ MORE

Also known as a Wilbur, and sometimes described as a "culinary car crash", slinger is a St. Louis specialty that is known as a great hangover cure. Traditionally served for breakfast or lunch, it typically consists of fried eggs, two hamb... READ MORE

Goetta is a sausage-like patty that is synonymous with Cincinnati, although its roots are steeped in German heritage, due to the influx of German-born immigrants in the 19th century. The sausage is commonly eaten for breakfast, and consists of por... READ MORE

Maple bacon donut is an American invention that is commonly served for breakfast or as a dessert. The simple meal consists of a donut that is glazed with maple syrup and topped with a few slices of bacon. Today, there are various versions of this ... READ MORE

Huevos ahogados (lit. drowned eggs) is a simple Mexican dish consisting of eggs that are poached in a sauce made with tomatoes, onions, garlic, and (sometimes) chili peppers. Peas are often added for extra flavor and texture. After the eggs have b... READ MORE

Touton is a small pancake made by frying bread dough in pork fat, butter, or both. It is a staple of Newfoundland cuisine that is traditionally served for breakfast, either with fruit jam or molasses. Due to their bread-like texture, toutons can a... READ MORE

Quesito is a Puerto Rican pastry made with dough that is shaped into a cigar, then filled with sweetened cream cheese and various fruit preserves. After they have been glazed and baked, quesitos can be bought at bakeries throughout the island, and... READ MORE

Milk toast is an American breakfast staple consisting of slices of buttered, toasted bread that is either dipped or covered in hot milk. There are many varieties, so raisins, maple syrup, cinnamon, salt, or pepper might be added to the dish in ord... READ MORE

A Dutch baby pancake is a large, fluffy pancake baked in the oven, usually in a cast-iron skillet. It's made from a simple batter of eggs, flour, milk, and sugar. When baked, it puffs up dramatically around the edges, creating a light, airy textur... READ MORE

Saltfish buljol is a spicy Trini dish made by soaking and boiling pieces of salted fish, then blending them with tomatoes, hot peppers, sweet peppers, onions, and oil. The dish is most commonly enjoyed as a hearty breakfast, when it is placed into... READ MORE