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September 11, 2013

Recipe: California Avocado Breakfast Casserole

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California Avocado Breakfast Casserole from www.dineanddish.netWake up!

Are you one of those people who wakes up quickly and gets out of bed to get ready for the day right away? Maybe you hit the snooze button a few times, catching a few extra winks? Or maybe you are like me and open your eyes as soon as your alarm goes off, but then continues to spend and extra 10 minutes in bed browsing Instagram before starting your day?

Either way, I find if I have a great breakfast to look forward to in the morning, I tend to have a little more hustle and bustle in my step than normal. Any breakfast, like this California Avocado Breakfast Casserole, will definitely get me moving fast so I can enjoy it!

Wake Up Breakfast with California AvocadosDara and I can’t wait to see what recipes you all come up with for our Wake Up Breakfast with California Avocados recipe link up party! Remember, we’re looking for your favorite breakfast recipes featuring California Avocados to be shared from September 19th through October 3rd…and those who participate will have a chance to win $1600 in great prizes! Check out this blog post for complete details. Remember to follow the #CaAvoBreakfast hashtag on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram so you don’t miss out on any of the fun!

Avocado Breakfast Casserole from www.dineanddish.net

Now, while you are dreaming up your favorite breakfast recipes, how about I share this California Avocado Breakfast Casserole recipe? Also, make sure to check out the amazing creation of Dara’s…Sweet Potato Hash with Creamy Avocado Sauce. Oh my!

We can’t wait to see what you create!

California Avocado Breakfast Casserole from www.dineanddish.net
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California Avocado Breakfast Casserole

California Avocados give this recipe a fresh take on a traditional egg casserole recipe!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 12 slices

Ingredients

  • 1 8 ounce package Pillsbury Crescent Rolls
  • 10 slices cooked bacon cut into bite sized pieces
  • 1 cup shredded hash browns – thawed
  • 1 California Avocado diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes sliced in half
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 5 eggs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • Kosher salt and cracked black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Lightly spray with cooking spray a 9×13 glass cake pan. Press crescent rolls on bottom and up sides of pan.
  • Layer bacon, hash browns, California avocado, and tomatoes on top of crescent roll dough.
  • In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and milk together. Pour egg and milk mixture over the top of other ingredients in the 9×13 pan.
  • Sprinkle cheddar cheese over the top. Bake in 350 degree oven for 30-35 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and sprinkle Kosher salt and cracked black pepper over to taste. Serve and enjoy!

Disclosure: I am a compensated member of the California Avocado Ambassador team. As always, all opinions expressed are my own. 

 

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  1. Cookin' Canuck says

    September 11, 2013 at 12:08 pm

    Now that’s what I call a breakfast casserole! I’m excited to see the recipes roll in for the link-up. Bring on the avocado!

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  2. Georgia @ The Comfort of Cooking says

    September 11, 2013 at 12:15 pm

    Now this is my kind of breakfast! Totally irresistible, Kristen.

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  3. Rachel Cooks says

    September 11, 2013 at 12:26 pm

    Oh how I wish we were neighbors. Why aren’t we neighbors? Any schools in the area need a principal? Any hospitals need a PT? We’ll move! I’ll move for this casserole. I’m sure Ben will get on board when I tell him how much I’d like to have a weekly cup of coffee with my friend Kristen. Yeah…

    PS: Sounds fun — I better go buy some avocados 🙂

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    • Becca from ItsYummi.com says

      September 11, 2013 at 12:56 pm

      You can live on one side of Kristen, and I’ll live on the other? Deal? 🙂

      Reply
  4. Heather says

    September 11, 2013 at 12:48 pm

    I’m pretty sure I’d eat anything that you and Dara make – literally. Anything. It’s always so delicious!

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  5. Becca from ItsYummi.com says

    September 11, 2013 at 12:57 pm

    You just blew my breakfast brains clear into heaven. WHOA… I need to get some avos… PRONTO!

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  6. Jenny Flake says

    September 11, 2013 at 1:20 pm

    What a perfect breakfast Kristen! Loving the fun colors too!

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  7. Erin @ The Spiffy Cookie says

    September 11, 2013 at 1:45 pm

    I would love to wake up to this in the morning!

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  8. Sues says

    September 11, 2013 at 4:31 pm

    I love everything about this. EVERYTHING.

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  9. Stefanie @ Sarcastic Cooking says

    September 11, 2013 at 5:19 pm

    Amazing recipe! I can’t wait to share some avocado-y goodness! I am all about spending at least ten minutes laying in bed scrolling through Instagram before I officially wake up. It eases me into the day and helps me think about what I want for breakfast!

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  10. Amy @Very Culinary says

    September 11, 2013 at 5:33 pm

    I get up at 5am every morning. But that stack of deliciousness would actually make it worth it!

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  11. Denise says

    September 11, 2013 at 7:10 pm

    I am just like you with that snooze button. In fact, I have set it an extra 10 minutes before I really need to get up for the gym, just to catch up on IG. Great recipe – I am always on the look out for breakfast casseroles for breakfast. We have become regular eaters of the avocado for breakfast, especially since doing this re-calibration of our lifestyle and eating.

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  12. patsy says

    September 11, 2013 at 8:10 pm

    Oh, wow… this is the kind of breakfast dish that would make me want to jump out of bed in the morning!

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  13. Tieghan says

    September 11, 2013 at 8:53 pm

    KILLER This is like a dream breakfast for me! I would jump out of bed for this every morning!

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  14. Les in NE says

    September 11, 2013 at 9:01 pm

    Forget breakfast, I’m going to make this for dinner! It looks delicious!!!

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  15. Shawn@ I Wash You Dry says

    September 11, 2013 at 10:34 pm

    So… this looks completely awesome! I love the way you plated the casserole on top of each other, very cool! 🙂 And of course, the casserole sounds amazing. Anything with those delicious California Avocados is a winner in my book!

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  16. Brian @ A Thought For Food says

    September 12, 2013 at 7:10 am

    Oh darling… you had me drooling from the moment I laid eyes on this beautiful creation.

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  17. DessertForTwo says

    September 12, 2013 at 7:26 am

    The best way to get me out of bed is avocados for sure! I’m one of those weirdos that wakes up before my alarm 🙂

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  18. Erin | The Law Student's Wife says

    September 12, 2013 at 8:27 am

    TOTALLY the Instagram in bed-er. You called it Kristen. Avocado anything would definitely get me out from under the covers though. This looks perfect for my next brunch!

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  19. Anna @ Crunchy Creamy Sweet says

    September 12, 2013 at 10:02 am

    I am so not a morning person but this breakfast idea would make me jump out of the bed for sure! Love the photo!

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  20. Meagan says

    September 12, 2013 at 12:56 pm

    What a lovely breakfast casserole! I love all the flavors going on – this is a breakfast worth getting out of bed for!

    Reply
  21. Shaina says

    September 12, 2013 at 1:52 pm

    You know I want it. Avocado anything, really, but specifically with eggs in the morning. Divine.

    Reply
  22. Sommer @ ASpicyPerspective says

    September 12, 2013 at 7:51 pm

    What a great breakfast dish!

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  23. Amanda says

    September 12, 2013 at 9:06 pm

    Looks seriously amazing. I love it!

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  24. Cc says

    September 12, 2013 at 10:20 pm

    10 slices of bacon and then 5? So 15 all together or is it a misprint?

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    • Kristen says

      September 13, 2013 at 6:47 am

      Thanks for catching that! It was an error. It should be 10 slices of pre-cooked bacon.

      Reply
  25. Annalise says

    September 13, 2013 at 10:16 am

    Oh my, this is exactly the Saturday morning breakfast I want to enjoy tomorrow. Yum!

    Reply
  26. Elizabeth says

    September 16, 2013 at 10:31 pm

    Oh my word. This is the best thing ever. I made it for brunch this past weekend and it was a hit. My husband told me it was the best brunch ever. 🙂 I will be making this a lot!!

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  27. Alice says

    September 17, 2013 at 2:35 pm

    The link on tastespotting for this dish is wrong – I had to do some sleuthing to find the actual page!

    Reply
  28. El says

    September 19, 2013 at 9:31 am

    Beautiful. It looks delicious!

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  29. Rachel says

    December 22, 2013 at 5:26 pm

    Could this be prepared ahead of time and then cooked in the morning?

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  30. Joan says

    March 15, 2014 at 12:18 pm

    Thank you for sharing this easy, crowd pleasing recipe. Quick to assemble and bake, this recipe was exactly the sort that makes feeding a crowd easy and fast. I served the avocado and tomato on the side with salsa and fresh herbs. There were two pieces leftover that I wrapped and put in the fridge. I’m anxious to see if they hold up and make a quick, on-the-go weekday breakfast solution.

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  31. Lily@LittleSweetBaker says

    August 17, 2014 at 7:09 pm

    Made it this morning for my family and in-laws, it was fabulous and easy to put together, love it! Thank you for such a great recipe, this one is a keeper X

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    • Kristen says

      August 17, 2014 at 9:55 pm

      Oh I’m so glad! Thanks for letting me know 🙂

      Reply
  32. Chris Gilbreth says

    September 7, 2014 at 4:51 pm

    Made this today and it was a hit. But there was a lot of liquid in it after it baked. Any ideas how to make the hash browns and tomatoes a little dryer going in?

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  33. Jessica says

    September 29, 2015 at 8:11 pm

    Is it possible to prep everything ahead and freeze to bake later?

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    • Kristen says

      September 30, 2015 at 10:00 am

      Hi Jessica –
      I’m honestly not sure. Most breakfast casseroles can be prepped ahead of time, but I’m not sure how well the avocados would freeze (would they turn brown)?
      If you try it let me know, but I haven’t tried it so can’t really say. I’m sorry!
      Thanks!
      Kristen

      Reply
  34. GREGG C says

    January 3, 2021 at 12:49 pm

    5 stars
    Great dish for Brunch! Used 1 sheet puff pastry and used a 1/4 sheet pan to bake it. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  35. Lyndsay Renée says

    October 3, 2013 at 9:03 pm

    I had hoped to get this made up but didn’t have my thick bread. the recipe I developed was for avocado, strawberry and pecan stuffed french toasted with a chocolate fudge sauce speckled with cocoa nibs and more fresh strawberries Thanks for the contest =o) Hope I’m doing it right

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I love being a parent of teens...but I miss the days of parenting kids who loved going to school, who didn't struggle with major anxiety, who loved their bodies, and were confident about how they looked. I miss pre-covid days where lunch wasn't distanced, kids had the opportunity to connect and socialize at school, where mask-wearing wasn't even a topic, let alone one that divides. 

The past 2 years have changed my kids. They have gained so many positive things, but they've also gained a new kind of anxiety that wasn't there before. And I hate it for them. They've seen first hand how long haul covid has changed our family. They've seen the selfishness of others in ways they haven't seen before. They've had to grow up faster, worry about things they shouldn't have to worry about, and learn the hard way how this world can really be. And it hurts my heart for them. 

I have a new senior, sophomore and 6th grader here at home. Missing my sophomore in college a ton. I hope the world is kind to them and they are kind to the world. I want nothing more than for them to be happy and to be surrounded by good people who love and accept them for who they are and who also push them to live a full, rich and happy life. I pray every day for them - and for your kids...and pray that we are all raising a generation of empathetic and kind changemakers.

#loveoneanother❤️ #parentingteens #momofteens #anxietyawareness #backtoschooloutfit #changemakers #parenthood_moments
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These two small business owners had a successful launch day for their new clothing and accessory brand, @impatient.us I’m so proud of my daughter @kellykdoyle & daughter from another mother, @kyleemdunn for making the time and financial commitment to launch their dream brand! They’ve done it all so independently and have navigated starting a small business way better than I could have at 17! Thanks to everyone who sent words of encouragement and showered them with support. It’s means so much! 

Follow their journey at @impatient.us and shop the link in their profile!

#smallbusinesslaunch #clothingbrands #teenentrepreneur #launchday #launchparty #teenbusiness #shopsmallbusinesses #proudmoment
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I was a “houseplant lady” before the pandemic, but I think since the pandemic I get to add the word “crazy” to that title. So. Many. Plants. I’m not mad about it!

This weekend @kctinygreenhouse I picked up this beautiful Monstera Peru as well as a bag of Jeff’s Jungle Mix. You know when a new to you potting mix has you super excited, you’ve crossed the line into la la land 😂 Swipe to see how pretty it is!

What pandemic hobby did you pick up?

#plantmomlife #crazyplantpeople #houseplantlove #monsteraperu #pottingmix #plantobsession #plantcollectors #plantsmakepeoplehappy
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Yesterday we spent a few hours down in the West Bottoms visiting the grand opening of @kctinygreenhouse newest location . KC Plant fam, head there. Just trust me! Plants loved and cared for with the best good vibes, all ready to join your crazy plant person home. You’ll find goodies from local KC artisans as well, like @pigeoncandles 

Come for the plants, leave with a heart full of happy!

#westbottoms #tinygreenhouse #plantfamily #pandemicprojects #shoplocalkc #happyplants #plantvibes #summerofyes
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Last night in the suite @kcroyals ...I almost cried. Man it feels so good to be doing normal things. I’ll never take this for granted! Making this the summer of yes...I’m going to say yes to as many events/outings/opportunities as possible! Who’s in? #summerofyes
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Ella is 15 today! Those of you who have been with Dine & Dish since the very beginning have been a part of Ella’s life since the start too! 15 years sure does go by in a flash, both with businesses and babies.
Happy birthday @ella.r.doyle 💕💕💕 We love you!
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I want to live in the big city, yet also want to live in the country. I want to live by the beach, yet also want to live in the mountains. I either need multiple lives or multiple homes! 

#farmlifeisthebestlife #chickensofig #barnlife #iwantitall #hensofinstagram #citygirlcountrygirl
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I’m officially one step closer to reaching peak plant lady status! 🪴

I’m welcoming these plant cuttings from the Hello Kathy Plant Etsy Shop to my already booming collection. When I saw people rave about her “Mystery Box” of plant cuttings I knew I had to buy one. 2 things I love...mystery boxes and plants!

Now I need to figure out how to keep them alive. Any advice? 😃 🪴

#plantladyisthenewcatlady #plantladylife #plantcuttings #newplants #etsyshopping #shopsmallbusinesses #plantloversofinstagram
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Hi, friend! I Thought I’d just say “hey” and check in and add some pretty flowers to your feed.

We’re over here dragging ourselves across the school finish line...so close to done physically, but over done, mentally. Can you relate?

My coaching business is going great, I’m working with some truly incredible, inspiring women right now which makes me so happy! I’ll be launching 2 new group coaching  classes (for women and entrepreneurs) in a few weeks so be sure to follow @rockyourhappy if you are interested in being updated on those!

Jacob comes home from college this week and my parents are coming to visit for a couple of weeks as well. And it’s almost my favorite time of the year, summer!! 

How are things going with you? What’s going good and making you happy? Or what do you need a hand or listening ear with? Touch base! I’ve missed you!

#pinkflowers🌸 #happyday💕 #touchingbase #spreadhappiness #thursdaytherapy #lifecoachforwomen #springflowersmakemehappy
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Book Lovers Giveaway (read to the end)!!! ⬇️ ⬇️ 

Supporting my local independent bookstore @rainydaybooks looks a lot different than it used to these days. Temporarily gone are the days of lingering in store, browsing the shelves, walking out with an armful of books I didn’t expect to buy. The pandemic has made independent bookstores pivot in ways they’ve never had to before, but I’m so happy to say they are CRUSHING IT! And as we virtually celebrate Independent Bookstore Day on 4/24, I wanted to share a way you too can help keep Independent bookstores afloat now (and in the future).

You know I’m a huge fan of @librofm , the absolute best audiobook alternative that gives money back to the independent bookstore of your choice with your audiobook purchases. Well, to celebrate Independent Bookstore Day on 4/24, they are giving YOU a free audiobook! Here’s what you need to do…

Spend $15 or more at your bookstore between April 24th and 26th. Submit your receipt at libro.fm/ibd and Libro.fm will email you a link to your free audiobook by April 28th! Easy peasy, right?

Wait! There’s more! 🌟 I’d love to give one Dine & Dish follower the chance to win a 3 month @Librofm audiobook membership. To enter, simply tag your favorite independent bookstore here and tell me what you love the most about it! That’s it! Winner will be chosen at random on April 27th. Yay, books!

#indiebookstoreday #indiebookstore #bookstoreshoutout 
#booksbooksandmorebooks #bookgiveaway #audiobook #librofm #independentbookstore @indiebookstoreday
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Can’t believe we’re doing the college tour thing already with my second baby! 

So question for any of you who sent your kids to out of state schools or went to out of state schools...how did you do it? She wants to get the heck out of Kansas (I’d like to go with her!). We have money saved, she’ll most likely get a scholarship or two, she’s paying and has money saved as well...but even with that out of state tuition is a beast of an amount. So, did you just assume that student loans were going to be part of that life? And is that worth it to give your kids a shot at a new life outside of your home state? I wish I would have left Kansas for university, and have been here since I was born 😩. I want different for her if that’s what she wants but also just don’t have any experience with how people do out of state college! Any tips?

#collegetour #bestlifenow #outofstate #studentloans #junioryear #kansasstate #adviceneeded
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J is for...jam!
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My friend @wakschmale makes the best strawberry jam...and I completely forgot about a jar she gave me last year until this morning. Which then inspired me to make my favorite buttermilk biscuits. So so good. Are you a jam, honey, just butter or plain biscuit fan? I love biscuits allll the ways, except with gravy. I have super bad memories of biscuits and gravy growing up. 🤢
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I’m still slowly making my way through the alphabet for @kimklassen_innercircle a-z photo challenge. I’m bound and determined to finish. It may just take me a little longer than I originally anticipated 🤗.
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#homemadejam #eatcaptureshare #biscuitsandjam #homemadebiscuits #sundaybaking #easylikesundaymorning #foodphotograph #foodpics #slowsunday #breakfastathome #kimklassen_innercircle
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It took me 2 months to get this Crispy Chickpea Pantry Pasta recipe up on the blog. 🤦‍♀️But it’s there now! You can find the link in my Instagram profile.
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Also, just noticed Instagram took away the like count on posts. I kind of like that...what do you think?
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#pastarecipe #chickpeapasta #dinnerideas #dinnerrecipes #vegetarianrecipe #eatcaptureshare #slowblogging  #totallifechanges
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I is for Inspiration!
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The “long haul” effects of having Covid back in December are really presenting themselves lately. The continuous persistent headaches are taking a toll and the connection between the brain fog and word retrieval function of my brain has been extra challenging. I had no idea a couple months out, the cognitive effects would still be hanging around.
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With that said, when I get a burst of inspiration I’m grabbing on for dear life. I made our favorite chocolate chip cookies recipe yesterday and felt the desire to update the blog post photos from 2007! We make these cookies all the time, so I’m not sure why it’s taken me so many years to give that poor post some new photos.
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If you’re interested in the recipe you can find the link currently in my profile. Enjoy!!
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@kimklassen_innercircle #kimklassen_innercircle #chocolatechipcookie #cookiestagram #foodphotography #feedfeedbaking #plateofcookies #cookiephotography #eatcaptureshare #recipeoftheweek
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H is for...high!
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It was so strange being on a plane again. I’m so thankful I have the antibodies because the flights were full, which seemed wrong, but everyone around me did seem to keep their masks on, so that was good.
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I can’t wait until travel becomes a regular part of life again. I’ve missed it so much!
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 @kimklassen_innercircle @southwestair @windowswap #cloudphotography #cloudsofinstagram #flightview #iflyswa #imisstravelling #skylove #planepics #myviewtoday #beautifulviews
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G is for...oh so grateful!

I flew to South Texas yesterday to visit my parents whom I haven’t seen in 2 years. They live around 17 hours away from us. We typical get to see each other a few times a year but with the pandemic and other health issues it just wasn’t able to happen and I’ve missed them soooo much.

Grateful to have had COVID last month. Although it was not at all fun, it gave me the antibodies to make this trip possible. My dad is having surgery tomorrow so I’m helping with my mom so my dad can recover without having to worry about her.

Kansas is enjoying frigid temperatures and snow. I picked a great week to head south.
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#palmtrees🌴 #palmtreesfordays #blueskiesandsunshine #wintersun #texasskies #kimklassen_innercircle @kimklassen_innercircle #silverlining
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F is for...food photography.
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This time of year especially, food photography (and I guess all photography actually) is a tug of war with time and light. I had planned on making and photographing a delicious pasta recipe, but my grocery delivery ran a couple of hours late because of snowstorm. So, at the eleventh hour I decided to make a cake...that took over an hour to bake and I had about 90 minutes of natural light left...leaving me with about 30 minutes of ok light to work with.
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Anyway, this wouldn't work for a client shoot because the cake, although delicious, didn't turn out looking so great. But it will work great for today's F photo for the @kimklassen_innercircle A-Z photo project:) Lemon Citrus Yogurt Cake from this weeks @cabotcheese newsletter. So good!
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#eatcake #eatcaptureshare #eatcakebehappy #lemoncake #cakecakecakecake #foodiegram #yahoofood #dessertsofinstagram #sweettooth #kimklassen_innercircle #fisforfood
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