Sunday, August 16, 2009

Mosaic Monday and convenience in a can...

ok, I went for it. I'm admitting it, I'm easily swayed by the words NEW or IMPROVED. Well, maybe not so much improved but definitely new. and when the Seattle Times Online Food Section came into my inbox with the headlines BATTER BLASTER, I had to check it out! I did love cheese in a can. I still do. This had to be pretty good. Or so I thought.






Here's the first attempt! Starting off, I pretty much stunk at pancakes in a can. but it gets better. A little.





















We're getting there. I finally figured it out, SHAKE THE CAN!

















There's always the good side and the not so good side of a pancake. Why is that?





Miss Picky saw the can and said "EWWWWWWWWWW!" right from the start! She may be right this time.


So here they are good side up! They were ok. No real mess, no mixing bowl, no spoon. We'll take the mess next time. Even Miss Picky likes pancakes from scratch. Or at least a mix! and by the way, the bacon...precooked for the microwave. What can I say, sometimes easy is ok. Just not from a can. Unless it's cheese!

I wonder if they'll decide to add different flavors. Blueberries from a pressurized aerosol can would probably be a little dangerous. At least in my kitchen!


I'm joining Mosaic Monday with Mary from The Little Red House. My mosaic is Sunday Breakfast...


Be sure to stop by the Little Red House to see all the other excellent mosaics this week!

Click HERE for the original posts labeled "breakfasts" in the mosaic!

These are the printable recipes...

Chocolate French Toast

Cinnamon-Bun Filled Pancakes

Garden Frittata
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29 comments:

  1. ArleneAugust 16, 2009 at 2:06 PM

    I laughed when I saw this. I tried it several months ago. I was not impressed. Passable but not ideal.

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  2. A Grain of SaltAugust 16, 2009 at 8:29 PM

    Oh, Carol, I just knew you would try this! Sorry it wasn't as good as pizza in a can! ;-) Thanks for testing and reviewing.

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  3. Sandi (Meme)August 16, 2009 at 10:44 PM

    Oh dear, as easy as pancakes or french toast are to make, why would they make pancakes in a can? What is this world coming to? he he Have a wonderful week, and be sure to stop by and visit sometime!

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  4. Pat @ Mille Fiori FavoritiAugust 16, 2009 at 11:02 PM

    Oh wow...lol ... I think I'll stick to conventional pancakes...lol

    About the only good thing that comes out of an aeresol can is whipped cream!

    Your breakfast looks yummy -- good idea for a mosaic!

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  5. Pat @ Mille Fiori FavoritiAugust 16, 2009 at 11:05 PM

    PS The link to the mosaic recipes isn't working ...it keeps bringing me back to the original page. I'd love to see them! Thanks!

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  6. EbieAugust 16, 2009 at 11:13 PM

    My main blog is here.
    Hahaha! I got a laugh of this! I'll stick to the pancake in the box or better yet from the freezer in an instant!

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  7. CarolAugust 16, 2009 at 11:25 PM

    Thanks, Pat! It's fixed :)

    LOL, we're sticking to the frozen or the mix from now on! Thanks for the all the comments!

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  8. UnknownAugust 17, 2009 at 1:09 AM

    I laffed when I saw this too as I tried it and had the same results... Pancakes shouldn't be that hard to make even if you do get the hang it it for that price... Also I burned a couple because of the sugar content in the batter... Yeah.. I make really easy and great homemade! YUMMY mosaic for sure!
    Delicious Mosaic! Have a great week!
    ~Really Rainey~

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  9. ~JarieLyn~August 17, 2009 at 1:22 AM

    What a great theme for a mosaic. That chocolate french toast looks yummy!

    I've never heard of batter in a can, but after your review, I doubt that I will run out and buy it any time soon.

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  10. Confessions of a Plate AddictAugust 17, 2009 at 6:30 AM

    How funny! I had not heard of these! Your breakfast mosaic is very yummy looking! Happy week!...Debbie

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  11. Regina August 17, 2009 at 7:24 AM

    Nice and yummy:)
    Great post.

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  12. CynthiaAugust 17, 2009 at 9:22 AM

    Hey Carol, at least you're always willing to give new things a try.

    I was a little skeptical about the pancake batter in a can when you first told us about it. .... You never know unless you try. :)

    Beautiful breakfast mosaic ... gorgeous frittata.

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  13. Brenda PruittAugust 17, 2009 at 10:40 AM

    How fun! I dare say I probably won't try it, but I love to watch others try out things to see if their kitchen doesn't explode! Blueberries...yeah, I think that might be rather volatile. I'm all for easy. I usually have scrambled eggs and oatmeal for supper. So you see I'm not very versatile. Or exotic. What a cute mosaic idea!
    Brenda

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  14. ChristieAugust 17, 2009 at 10:50 AM

    I've never tried "Batter Blaster"...the photo mosaic sure does look yummy though...especially since I haven't had my breakfast yet!
    Happy Mosaic Monday!

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  15. CarolineAugust 17, 2009 at 12:40 PM

    I liked the batter blaster! I thought the pancakes came out really light and airy. I won't buy again only cuz it's so expensive and only get about 10 out of it. Oh well, gotta try right? Love the mosaic...and that french toast!

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  16. Cass @ That Old HouseAugust 17, 2009 at 1:21 PM

    Holy smokes -- I didn't even know there was such a thing as Batter Blaster. How funny! It looks as if you got the hang of it . . . but I agree that good pancakes are worth the mess.

    Love your mosaic ... on Sundays I'm coming to YOUR house for breakfast!
    Cass

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  17. WildflowerhouseAugust 17, 2009 at 2:22 PM

    Good grief! What will they think of next.... I am coming to your house next Sunday! LOL Sharon

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  18. SuzyAugust 17, 2009 at 3:13 PM

    This is the kind of thing you just have to try..ONCE~ lol My tried some and my Mom said they were a disaster! Maybe she didn't shake. I know you make a great breakfast..I've seen the evidence.

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  19. SavoringTime in the KitchenAugust 17, 2009 at 3:54 PM

    Even with homemade batter the first pancakes never turn out as good as the rest. I wonder why that is?

    Thanks for the consumer report :)

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  20. Jenn@ You know... that Blog?August 17, 2009 at 4:14 PM

    Pancakes in a pan. Oi. Somethings are best left uninvented ;) Thanks for trying it out for the rest of us though, so we don't have to!

    I get hungry every time I load your site and that lovely quiche pops out at me. *sigh*

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  21. JeanneAugust 17, 2009 at 6:28 PM

    thanks for sharing your efforts. The end results look delicious!

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  22. KathleenAugust 18, 2009 at 12:52 PM

    LOL, Carol, pancakes in a can..who knew..
    You know who would be appalled...you should post it there just to get a reaction..:)
    Hot enough for you???

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  23. MaryAugust 18, 2009 at 4:12 PM

    Pancakes in a can? Um, no thanks. But Chocolate French Toast? I'm drooling at the very thought... :)

    Thanks so much for sharing your story at Mosaic Monday. :)

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  24. Country ReflectionsAugust 18, 2009 at 7:59 PM

    Goodness, I never knew there was such a thing as pancakes in a can! I think I need to get out more!! lol! The chocolate french toast looks delicious!

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  25. CindyAugust 19, 2009 at 2:08 PM

    Saw it in an end of aisle display at Whole Foods last week. I said to Mike "look spray butter!" Not quite, lol. The thought of either one was pretty eww wee. Thanks for confirming it, lol.

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  26. imjacobsmomAugust 19, 2009 at 2:17 PM

    We were sucked into buying this product too. They were promoting it at our state fair last year and gave out coupons. Live and learn. ~ Robyn

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  27. FoleyAugust 20, 2009 at 5:11 AM

    I'm glad you tried it...now I know I can skip by it in the grocery! lol
    You can be the S&S Official Researcher and Tester!! lol

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  28. JoyceAugust 20, 2009 at 10:18 AM

    My husband purchased 3 cans in the package at Cosco and we ended up throwing them away after I served them one time. Once was enough for me:)
    Joyce

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  29. MarysolAugust 24, 2009 at 4:24 PM

    Yummy-looking breakfast mosaic!

    And Carol, thanks for sacrifing your taste buds to canned pancakes! I will have to try this product soon.

    Kidding!

    But, just between us, I will admit to being a fan of Cheez-Whiz in a can.

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