Ep 5. Rise and Shine

In season 8 episode 5 of The Kitchen titled "Rise and Shine", the hosts are ready to help jump-start your day with some delicious breakfast dishes. Sunny Anderson starts off the episode by demonstrating how to make a savory breakfast casserole with sausage, eggs, and cheese that can be prepared the night before and quickly heated up in the morning. Jeff Mauro has a unique take on bacon and eggs with his bacon egg and cheese breakfast burger. He also shows how to make a quick and easy breakfast parfait that is both healthy and delicious.

Katie Lee Biegel prepares a yummy recipe for homemade granola. She shows how to make it with oats, nuts, and honey and then pairs it with Greek yogurt and fresh fruit for a healthy breakfast that will keep you full until lunchtime. Meanwhile, Geoffrey Zakarian has a mouthwatering recipe for blueberry muffins, although he adds a twist and makes them sour cream blueberry muffins. He also demonstrates how to make a homemade blueberry jam to go with them.

As always, the hosts offer some great tips and tricks along the way. For example, Katie Lee Biegel suggests cooking bacon in the oven to minimize the mess and Jeff Mauro has a few helpful ideas for using English muffins in new and creative ways. Sunny Anderson advises viewers to always keep a frozen bag of berries on hand for smoothies and other dishes.

In addition to the breakfast dishes, the hosts also share some great ideas for morning beverages. Geoffrey Zakarian demonstrates how to make a spiced latte using cardamom and cinnamon, while Katie Lee Biegel whips up a refreshing grapefruit and rosemary cocktail that is perfect for brunch.

Overall, season 8 episode 5 of The Kitchen is full of delicious breakfast ideas that will help you start your day off on the right foot. The hosts offer a wide variety of recipes and helpful tips, so there is something for everyone. Whether you prefer a sweet or savory breakfast, there is bound to be something in this episode that will catch your eye.