Honolulu Breakfast

One of the things I love about food is how it can transport you to another place. I only visited Hawaii once, in 2002. It was for a swim event, and I was able to enjoy some great breakfasts at a local diner in Honolulu. Spam was on the menu, and of course I had to have some.

I am not ashamed to admit, I have always liked Spam. Growing up, Mom made a casserole with spaghetti, Spam, tomato, Italian herbs, and parmesan. It was one of my favorites. But I haven't had Spam since my visit to Hawaii in 2002.

After spending the day flying from Portland, Maine to Portland, Oregon yesterday, part of me wished the plane had continued flying to Hawaii. So, I planned a simple breakfast, Spam fried in a pan and glazed with Teriyaki sauce, fried eggs, rice with soy sauce and Nori, and a slice of pineapple. For a few moments, I was in Honolulu. It was just what the doctor ordered, but now I'm starting to think about Loco Moco!

what am I making?

Dresden stollen, a longtime family tradition. It's like a rustic, gourmet, sweet fruit bread, and it takes all day to make. I have made it with my mother for at least 30 years. I started helping in my teens when I was a competitive swimmer and had the arm strength to knead the bread. The candied fruit is going to soak in brandy overnight., and tomorrow I will make the stollen. Wonderful recipe, makes four large loaves.