Mother's Day Brunch Recipes

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This sandwich is a great option for Mother's Day on-the-go. Homemade buttermilk biscuits make this more than your average breakfast sandwich.

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Drop fresh blueberries into the lemon-scented batter after the pancakes have been on the griddle for a few minutes. Serve them hot with maple syrup and butter.

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This is a simple one-dish breakfast. Use any vegetables you have in your fridge for a meal you can whip up Mother's Day morning.

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There's nothing like the smell of fresh banana bread wafting through the house. Banana, sour cream and eggs are blended in a food processor for a smooth bread without any lumps of banana.

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Any hearty greens you have on hand work great for this dish. (Spinach and kale are a few other options.) Sprinkle the eggs with cheese and serve with whole grain toast.

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This french toast recipe is prepared the day before and left in the refrigerator overnight. When they're ready to serve, dust them with confectioner's sugar and garnish with mint and strawberries.

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This candied bacon is the perfect marriage of salty and sweet. It taste wonderful with eggs and makes a great buffet brunch side dish.

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Instead of a sweet dessert, opt for this light and refreshing fruit salad. Vanilla, sparkling cider and lemon zest add new flavor to your everyday fruit salad.

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Garlic, paprika and onions give life to your average hash browns. Cook the potatoes in a skillet to get them brown and crispy.

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The buttery brioche in this recipe creates the best french toast. If you can't find mascarpone, substitute it with cream cheese.

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These cheesy eggs are a great alternative to scrambled eggs. Fold in your mom's favorite cheese and herbs for a breakfast she won't believe you made.