mom’s day breakfast made easy

What better way to start off Mother’s Day than with a yummy breakfast in bed?  These simple recipes have a slight gourmet flair and are a cinch to whip up.

Apple Pancakes

2 cups pancake mix

1 cup water

1 cup chunky applesauce

1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Preheat griddle or skillet to 375°.

Combine pancake mix, water, applesauce, and cinnamon. Stir just until large lumps are gone. Lightly brush griddle or skillet with vegetable oil. Pour about 1/4 cup batter onto griddle or skillet for each pancake. Cook about 1 minute, until top edges bubble and bubbles break. Turn and cook about a minute longer, or until browned. Makes about a dozen apple pancakes.

Orange Fizz

1 small can (6 ounces) frozen orange juice concentrate

1 liter ginger ale, or 4 cups

ice cubes

1 orange, thinly sliced

Combine orange juice concentrate and ginger ale in a large pitcher. Stir to blend. Place a few ice cubes in each of 4 glasses. Pour orange juice mixture into glasses then garnish with orange slices.
Serves 4.