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Tuesday, February 22, 2011

Waiting for the Breakfast Pies!




After putting away the colorful dishes from my Valentine's Day and Blue Monday settings, I wanted some relief from all that color. What a better way to solve that problem, than to set an all white table.

This table is set for four people who are enjoying some fruit and bread (biscuits, of course - I am a southerner, after all!), while waiting on the main attraction, "Breakfast Pies" (recipe to follow).




Don't you love how the early morning light streams through the shutters?



The tablecloth is an old one of mine and the white placemats and napkins are purchases from Belk. I used a square silver napkin ring and an addition to the place white napkins - lace doilies, which look like tiny aprons.


The main dinnerware service is "Yardley" by Mikasa. The only exception is the "Sunflower White" plate by Clay Art, which holds the ramekin full of strawberries. The ramekin is from Pier I.





Both crystal patterns are from Schott Zwiesel. The water goblet is the “Delilah” pattern, but I do not know the pattern of the juice glass. I purchased 8 of these at Tuesday Morning a few years ago and there was not pattern name on them.


On the bread and butter plate, I used a butter knife from the stainless flatware that I chose as a bride. It is "Cantata" by Oneida. When the first purchases were made, it was bought by the piece only. It is a classic, since Oneida has never stopped making it, but now it can be bought in sets.




One way to make your guests feel special is to present them with an individual domed butter server. I bought these at one of the kitchen outlet stores.



The white flatware is from Wal-mart.







I love the way that all of the whites mix – everything from “white” white to almost cream. The urn that holds the flowers is a purchase that I made years ago and holds white mums, white daisy mums and white tulips. The tulips give me hope that spring is just around the corner!


I hope that you will enjoy this break from color, before winter is swept away and our senses are filled the color and fragrance of spring!
I, also, hope that you enjoy the Sausage and Egg Pie recipe. It is one of my favorites, but there is a disclaimer – these pies cannot be classified as “health food”!

Sausage and Egg Pie
Two 8 inch pie shells, unbaked
12 ounces of Mozzarella cheese, grated
One pound medium or hot sausage
3/4 cup of milk
Four large eggs
1/2 teaspoon salt
Pepper to taste
Grate cheese and sprinkle over the bottom of the pie shells. Brown and drain sausage.
Sprinkle sausage over cheese. Mix eggs, milk, salt and pepper. Pour over sausage. Bake in the oven for 30 to 40 minutes at 350 degrees. Let cool a few minutes, then cut into “pie” wedges and serve.




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- Diane

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28 comments:

  1. La Vie QuotidienneFebruary 19, 2011 at 10:15 AM

    What a pretty table. There are so many lovely things...the flower dishes, the centerpiece...and the purity of the all white with the sun coming in the window. I have always wanted some of the little butter servers ~ they are so cute! All very nice.(-:

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  2. Linda@Coastal CharmFebruary 22, 2011 at 7:16 AM

    I'm lovin' all the beautiful WHITE...it's very pretty!

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  3. UnknownFebruary 22, 2011 at 7:43 AM

    Very pretty. I love all the white. By the way, I am willing to try the breakfast pie whenever you are ready to make it!

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  4. JocelynFebruary 22, 2011 at 11:07 AM

    What a lovely breakfast table. Love the clean look of white!

    Jocelyn
    http://justalittlesouthernhospitality.blogspot.com

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  5. paperbutterflyFebruary 22, 2011 at 9:58 PM

    The white table scape is so refreshing. i felt the same way after Valentine's.
    Loved that you had time to share with us at TTTT. Looking forward to seeing you soon.
    Blessings,
    Pam

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  6. JanaFebruary 22, 2011 at 11:04 PM

    Mmm! I wish I could pull up a chair. Thanks for linking up over at Giggles, Glitz & Glam!

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  7. Maggie LamarreFebruary 23, 2011 at 12:39 PM

    wow, wow, can I come over? I am going to recreate this for the weekend...

    Don't forget to add this project in our linking party where every Wednesday we showcase projects for our readers to discover.
    http://www.passionatelyartistic.com/2011/02/colours-of-spring-be-inspired-linking.html
    Thank you,
    Maggie
    http://passionatelyartistic.com

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  8. Wanda LeeFebruary 23, 2011 at 6:49 PM

    Hello there Diane,

    What a fresh white, teascape, breakfast table you have set!.., You've done a great job with every little exquisite detail from the food to the dishware/plates, flowers, cutlery and napkins .., Last but not least; the fabulous food.., Yum!


    Thanks for joining in with the fun for this week's TTTT and also with the 71st,'Tuesday Tea For Two'.

    Cheers and hugs from Wanda Lee

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  9. Decor To AdoreFebruary 24, 2011 at 9:44 AM

    What a gorgeous table setting! I love the tablecloth and all the white.

    I hope you will stop by and visit the linky party I am hosting. There are prizes!

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  10. Fuzzy SlippersFebruary 24, 2011 at 10:29 AM

    Yum! The all white tablescape is refreshing and gorgeous!!! :)

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  11. SplenderosaFebruary 24, 2011 at 12:58 PM

    So much fun to visit from BNOTP !
    So nice to meet you. xx's Marsha

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  12. BarbaraFebruary 24, 2011 at 5:52 PM

    I love your all white table. The textures of the dishes really set it off. Food looks wonderful!

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  13. MeredithFebruary 24, 2011 at 6:02 PM

    I do love a white tablesetting! Your recipe looks so good and those butter dishes are really cute!

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  14. PhyllisFebruary 24, 2011 at 8:24 PM

    All white is so lovely.....now I KNOW that I need to purchase a set of white dishes....your table just sealed the deal.....Mr. B had better give me the checkbook! I love your table and the flowers are just perfect, too.

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  15. MarigeneFebruary 26, 2011 at 3:39 PM

    What a way to dine on the first meal of the day...beautiful!

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  16. Christine @ sugarandtrash.comFebruary 26, 2011 at 5:04 PM

    this is so pretty! I am terrible with tablescapes so I love looking at other's. Thanks for linking this up with my Show and Share linky party.

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  17. Sanghamitra Bhattacherjee(Mukherjee)February 27, 2011 at 11:49 AM

    Beautiful !!.Loved your all white tablescape :)
    Sanghamitra.

    http://rainbow-thecoloursofindia.blogspot.com/

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  18. 241IMDUNFebruary 27, 2011 at 3:18 PM

    Beautiful table! Thanks for the recipe!

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  19. Southwest Cottage DesignsFebruary 27, 2011 at 6:49 PM

    Elegant tablescape! Thank you for the recipe. I've saved it because I plan to try that one. I love breakfast! Happy Sunday!

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  20. Sandi @the WhistleStop CafeFebruary 27, 2011 at 8:34 PM

    i am so glad you shared your friday's favorite! that is a beautiful table...good enough for friends :-)

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  21. MarlisFebruary 27, 2011 at 10:10 PM

    Lovely table. I love the white of it! All of it. Your flower arrangement is quite stunning. Thanks for the recipe.

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  22. Entertaining WomenFebruary 27, 2011 at 10:22 PM

    Lovely white-on-white table. The doilie aprons on the napkins is a great idea. Consider it stolen! I like the idea of the sausage-egg dish prepared as a pie. I'll make it for my Garden Friends Bible study. They're going to love it! Thank you for sharing your beautiful design. Cherry Kay

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  23. Bargain Decorating with LaurieFebruary 27, 2011 at 10:56 PM

    Such a pretty breakfast table, and I do love the way the sunlight is such a beautiful accent in this tablescape. Those flower dishes are so pretty, and I love the doilie added to the napkin. Thank you for linking to Favorite Things. laurie

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  24. SarahFebruary 28, 2011 at 11:52 AM

    Your breakfast table with all its white splendor is well, splendid! Love the dishes and those flower plates. Thanks for the recipe. It sound good. ~ Sarah

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  25. Santa's Gift Shoppe and IdeasFebruary 28, 2011 at 3:17 PM

    Hi
    Just wanted to let you know that I “ Featured” you on Santa’s Gift Shoppe Blog Hop today for your great project & inspiration! Be sure to grab the “I was featured” on Santa’s Gift Shoppe Button/Code for your sidebar! You deserve it! Thanks so much..If you’re not a follower already we’d love for you to join us...Have a WONDERFUL Week!!
    Barb

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  26. Chari at Happy To DesignFebruary 28, 2011 at 5:10 PM

    Hi Diane...

    Ohhh...what a gorgeous breakfast table, my friend! Of course, an all white table is one of my favorites! It is a classic and timeless choice! Your place settings are sooo very pretty! I love the petal plate! And...your floral bouquet is fabulous!!! It just doesn't get any prettier, my friend! Your beautiful table looks like it just stepped off of a decor magazine! Thank you for sharing it with us for the Sunday Favorites repost party this week...what a treat!!!

    Warmest wishes,
    Chari @Happy To Design

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  27. The TablescaperFebruary 28, 2011 at 9:05 PM

    What a lovely table. I love all of the white-ness. It all looks so crisp. the white sunflower plates are outstanding. Thanks for bringing your table to Seasonal Sundays.

    - The Tablescaper

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  28. KathleenFebruary 28, 2011 at 9:54 PM

    That looks just beautiful! Very calming!
    And the recipe sounds great!
    Happy SS!

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