There's nothing better than waking up to a full breakfast made and ready to eat, especially around the holidays or when you have people staying the night. This crowd-pleaser layers hash brown potatoes, bacon, sausage, tomatoes, chiles and spices for a Southwest spin.

While everyone loves an ooey-gooey chocolate cookie in the afternoon, a morning cookie should be less decadent. One perfect solution: These delicious cookies with oaty goodness, sweetness from apples and maple syrup, and the apple-pie spices cinnamon and nutmeg.

Many people know that a bowl of oatmeal is a healthy way to start the day. There's a lot of nutrition packed into that bowl of goodness, including whole-grain oats, spicy cinnamon and usually fruit and nuts on top. I set out to create a quick bread that had all the nourishment of a bowl of oatmeal -- but that would be easy to slice and take with you.

Since Molly was little, she's always been more of a sausage person than a bacon person. These are the perfect combo of salty and sweet with a hint of maple syrup!

Pumpkin Spice Breakfast Smoothie is a creamy, nutrient-packed blend of pumpkin puree, warm spices, yogurt, and sweeteners. Perfect for a cozy, flavorful, and energizing start to your morning.

In this recipe, we've got Southwest flair with the seasoned scrambled eggs, freshly diced red pepper and punchy cilantro. And we've got the down-home comfort charm with spicy country sausage and extra-sharp Cheddar cheese. All rolled up into a million little pockets of glory.

Breakfast Tart with Pancetta and Green Onions is a savory pastry featuring crispy pancetta, fresh green onions, and creamy eggs baked in a flaky crust. A delicious and elegant way to start your morning.

After any big holiday meal, it’s great to flip the leftovers into a new dish. Here a sweet-and-smoky salsa transforms a Rosh Hashanah brisket into Southwestern-style breakfast tacos that use ingredients you likely have in your kitchen. The optional potato chips add delightful crunch.

I have a breakfast bar recipe in an earlier book, but this is the new, improved version: gluten-free, dairy-free and enough seeds to make you start sprouting. I've used no sugar, but before you start thinking this is virtuously sugar-free (which I could claim it to be), remember that the sweetness that comes from the dates is, in essence, sugar, though certainly it's unprocessed and full of fiber at the same time. There are a lot of ingredients, but you need a good mixture to give crunch and chew--and all manner of smugness-inducing nutrients--though you can fiddle about with them. You can, for example, use sunflower seeds in place of flaxseeds, or half and half rather than all flaxseeds, as below, and you can also use puffed rice (gluten-free if needed) or buckwheat flakes in place of cornflakes. In theory, cornflakes (and oats) should be gluten-free, but if crucial, make sure it's stipulated on the packet. If you can't get hold of medjool dates, then use 350 grams (12 ounces) pitted dried dates and up the water to 400 milliliters (scant 1 3/4 cups). And they'll take about 10, rather than 5, minutes to cook until they're soft enough to mash to a purée. Make these bars at the weekend, and you'll be set up for the week if you're someone who needs to grab-and-go in the morning. They come in pretty handy for that 4pm slump, too.

Full English Breakfast is a hearty, traditional meal featuring eggs, bacon, sausages, baked beans, grilled tomatoes, mushrooms, and toast. A classic, satisfying way to start the day with rich, comforting flavors.

Breakfast is one of the hardest meals to plan for when you're having overnight guests, who tend to get up at different times. To the rescue: These scrumptious breakfast cookies. Bake them ahead and they'll be ready no matter what time your company wanders into the kitchen.

Peanut Butter Breakfast Bread Pudding is a warm, comforting dish combining soft bread soaked in a creamy peanut butter custard, baked to golden perfection. A sweet and satisfying way to start your morning.

Grilled Sausage and Egg Breakfast Sandwiches feature juicy, grilled sausage patties and fluffy eggs nestled in toasted buns or bread. A satisfying, savory way to kickstart your morning.

Mini pancakes, waffles and French toast sticks are the star of this breakfast charcuterie board, but the homemade hot honey, blueberry maple syrup and vanilla whipped cream add the perfect touch of sweetness that’s sure to impress. A breakfast charcuterie board is a fun way to make hosting easy while incorporating the perfect mixture of protein, carbs and fresh ingredients. Plus, your guests can customize their meals with the vast number of choices your board provides, making it a great option for crowds with varying tastes and preferences.

This one-skillet folded egg sandwich isn't new, but it's certainly viral! I've been making and enjoying something similar for decades. I like it because it's efficient, delicious and fun, and the technique is easy to master with a little practice.

Quick and easy to assemble, it makes sense why tacos are enjoyed during any time of the day in Mexico. Make these with hard shells instead of soft corn tortillas for a crunchy, egg-filled breakfast. Both little and big kids can help measure, and big kids can help scramble the eggs.

Breakfast Burritos with Chorizo feature spicy, flavorful chorizo paired with scrambled eggs, melted cheese, and sautéed peppers, all wrapped in a warm tortilla. A bold, satisfying meal perfect for breakfast or anytime craving a spicy kick.

Quiche with Country Ham is a savory, flaky pie filled with rich eggs, creamy cheese, and smoky country ham. Perfectly balanced and hearty, it makes a classic, elegant breakfast or brunch centerpiece.

Double-0-Cinnamon Apple Breakfast Bowl blends creamy Greek yogurt with spiced cinnamon apples, crunchy granola, and a drizzle of honey. It’s a wholesome, flavorful bowl that’s both comforting and energizing to start your day.

Anyone from New Jersey knows what a pork roll, egg & cheese is. The Aristocrat is a Jersey classic taken to the next level with the addition of some bacon onion jam and baby arugula. What is pork roll you ask? Pork roll is a big cured and smoked sausage of sorts that is sliced like lunch meat and grilled. Imagine if bologna and that famous ham in a can had a baby. If pork roll isn’t available in your area, you can substitute any breakfast meat that you like. They will all taste great!