Create a memorable Christmas brunch menu with our go-to recipes.
Its a green spin on a North African specialty.
Though usually made with tomatoes, this version calls for spinach,cilantro, and artichokes.
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Serve with a ham and egg omelet and afestive Christmas drink.
The oats are thickened withpecansand seeds, which add flavor, texture, and healthy fats.
Top with yogurt for a little extra creaminess and protein.
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Start by cooking up a sweet potato hash, amped up with some chili powder and black beans.
This skillet gets its rich protein content from a half-dozen eggs and twocans of beans.
Plus, its got kale and mushrooms for a boost of fiber.
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Lemon Poppyseed Sheet Pan Pancakes
How do you make pancakes even better?
Mix up the mixins.
Apple Cinnamon Chia Pudding
Pudding for brunch?
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When its made withchia seedsdefinitely.
Use whateverfrozen fruityou prefer, but we like using dark cherries and mixed berries.
Colorful and just sweet enough, this custard is the perfect centerpiece for Christmas brunch.
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Youll feed six in one fell swoop, without wasting precious meat or veggies.
Pepper and Chive Biscuits
No brunch spread is complete without a basket of steaming biscuits.
Theyll remind you of sour cream and onion chips, and your guests will ask you for the recipe.
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To offer up some healthy options on Christmas morning, arrange this winter fruit salad.
These donuts, known as sufganiyot in Hebrew, are a popular dish for Hanukkah celebrations.
You know how sweet potatoes get all gooey and caramelized when baked?
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And this recipe gives you an excuse to enjoy cakecarrot cake, to be specificfor brunch.
It takes a few hours to bake, so this is one to make the night before.
Serve with a pile of toast for dipping into the jammy yolks and making open-faced sandwiches.
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The tomato sauce gets its savory depth from sausage, onion, garlic, and oregano.
Crispy, cheesy baguette slices are the best vessel to soak up every last bite.
If you need inspiration, look no further.
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After all, they do containcarrots, which are an excellent source of antioxidants and fiber.
Sausage, onion, andbell pepperbring a flavor punch while eggs bind everything together.
Scatter thinly sliced jalapeno pieces and chives on top for a little bit of heat.
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Turn it into a fun group project by getting the troops involved in the baking process.
Classic French Toast
There’s nothing quite like classic French toast on a cozy holiday morning.
White Pullman bread cut into thick slices and topped with true maple syrup makes for the best French toast.
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Serve with fresh fruit.
But how could we make it even better?
Well, the bread pudding is nearly effortless to assemble: Mix the ingredients and bake for 30 minutes.
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For the best results, you’ll need a cast iron skillet to make this mega pancake.
However, with this recipe, you might make them just as easily at home.
Serve with your choice of sides.
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Serve withsliced bread, and save the leftovers for tomorrow’s breakfast sandwich.
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