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20 Easy Holiday Brunch Recipes

Posted by Bonnie Mo on December 7, 2015

The unsung hero of holiday entertaining is a big, glamorous brunch. From a sausage kale strata to croissant bread pudding, here 20 delicious brunch dishes you need to break out this holiday season.

  • Breakfast Sausage, Egg and Cheddar Waffle-wich
     
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    Breakfast Sausage, Egg and Cheddar Waffle-wich

    <p>A sausage patty with a fried egg and cheese get stuffed between two crispy waffles and drizzled with smoky bacon flavoured maple syrup, making for a messy, knife-and-fork version of the classic brunch staple.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/breakfast-sausage-egg-and-cheddar-waffle-wich/17489/" target="_blank"><strong>Breakfast Sausage, Egg and Cheddar Waffle-wich</strong></a></p>
  • Giada De Laurentiis' Italian Sausage and Egg Bake
     
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    Giada De Laurentiis' Italian Sausage and Egg Bake

    <p>Filled with cheese, eggs, Italian sausage, spinach, tomatoes and bread, Giada’s hearty brunch bake will feed the hungriest of crowds. </p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/italian-sausage-and-egg-bake/16986/" target="_blank"><strong>Giada De Laurentiis' Italian Sausage and Egg Bake</strong></a></p>
  • Ina Garten's Challah French Toast
     
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    Ina Garten's Challah French Toast

    <p>Eggy challah bread is flavoured with freshly-grated orange zest, pure vanilla extract and a dollop of honey. Serve it piping hot with maple syrup, raspberry preserves or a dusting of confectioners' sugar.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/ina-gartens-challah-french-toast/16053/" target="_blank"><strong>Ina Garten's Challah French Toast</strong></a></p>
  • Healthy Breakfast Bake with Spaghetti Squash
     
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    Healthy Breakfast Bake with Spaghetti Squash

    <p>This healthy, <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/photos/high-protein-breakfast-recipes/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">high-protein breakfast dish</a> combines baked spaghetti squash with tomato sauce, spinach, mushrooms, ham, onion, cheese and of course, eggs!</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/healthy-breakfast-bake-with-spaghetti-squash/15311/" target="_blank"><strong>Healthy Breakfast Bake with Spaghetti Squash</strong></a></p>
  • Cardamon Crumble Shortbread Squares
     
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    Cardamon Crumble Shortbread Squares

    <p>Sweet and savoury cardamom lends a pop of spice to these cherry, blueberry and blackberry shortbread squares. These delightful treats are a great end to a holiday brunch.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/cardamom-crumble-shortbread-squares/17490/" target="_blank"><strong>Cardamom Crumble Shortbread Squares</strong></a>.</p>
  • Apple-Stuffed French Toast
     
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    Apple-Stuffed French Toast

    <p>Save this gorgeous apple-stuffed French toast for the guests you really want to wow over the holidays.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/apple-stuffed-french-toast/15101/" target="_blank"><strong>Apple-Stuffed French Toast</strong></a>.</p>
  • Croissant Bread Pudding
     
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    Croissant Bread Pudding

    <p>Leftover croissants help soak up every last drop of egg and vanilla-doused cream for a special-occasion breakfast pudding your brunch guests will wish they discovered sooner.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/croissant-bread-pudding/15387/" target="_blank"><strong>Ina Garten's Croissant Bread Pudding</strong></a></p>
  • Blueberry Scones with Lemon Glaze
     
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    Blueberry Scones with Lemon Glaze

    <p>Coax the family from slumber with the smell of these blueberry lemon scones baking in the oven, and you instantly win during the holidays.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/blueberry-scones-with-lemon-glaze/16468/" target="_blank"><strong>Tyler Florence's Blueberry Scones with Lemon Glaze</strong></a>.</p>
  • Eggs Benedict With Peameal Bacon on Scallion Waffles and Tomato Cream
     
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    Eggs Benedict With Peameal Bacon on Scallion Waffles and Tomato Cream

    <p>Perfectly poached eggs sit atop savoury scallion waffles with a freshly puréed tomato sauce that will blow your mind.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/eggs-benedict-with-peameal-bacon-on-scallion-waffles-and-tomato-cream/10002/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Anna Olson's Eggs Benedict With Peameal Bacon</strong></a></p>
  • Grilled Asparagus Frittata
     
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    Grilled Asparagus Frittata

    <p>Giada’s cheesy asparagus and tomato frittata gets a splash of creaminess from a dollop of whipped cream.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/frittata-with-asparagus-tomato-and-fontina/15443/" target="_blank"><strong>Giada De Laurentiis' Grilled Asparagus Frittata</strong></a></p>
  • Smoked Trout Nordic Toasts
     
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    Smoked Trout Nordic Toasts

    <p>A gorgeous addition to your holiday brunch table, these Northern European-style open-faced sandwiches called 'smørrebrød' start with a base of rye bread that is slathered with creamy mayonnaise, smoked rainbow trout and flourish of fresh chives and dill to finish it off.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/smoked-trout-nordic-toasts/17491/" target="_blank"><strong>Smoked Trout Nordic Toasts</strong></a>.</p>
  • Phyllo Egg Cups with Ham and Cheese
     
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    Phyllo Egg Cups with Ham and Cheese

    <p>Make these crunchy egg cups when you're expecting a crowd — they come together easily and look like they took all morning.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/phyllo-egg-cups-with-ham-and-cheese/13596/" target="_blank"><strong>Phyllo Egg Cups with Ham and Cheese</strong></a></p>
  • Sausage Kale Strata
     
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    Sausage Kale Strata

    <p>Sausage, mushrooms, eggs, cheese and kale get tossed together with ciabatta bread for a substantial holiday brunch main.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/sausage-kale-strata/16502/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>The Pioneer Woman's Sausage Kale Strata</strong></a></p>
  • Leek & Gruyère Quiche
     
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    Leek & Gruyère Quiche

    <p>Proof that a tart doesn't have to be sweet, this elegant cheese, egg and leek quiche gets a boost of flavour and flakiness thanks to Anna's savoury pie crust.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/leek-and-gruyere-quiche/16999/" target="_blank"><strong>Anna Olson’s Leek &amp; Gruyère Quiche</strong></a></p>
  • Michael Smith's Brunch Bake
     
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    Michael Smith's Brunch Bake

    <p>Michael Smith combines all the hallmarks of brunch — eggs, sausages, toast and cheese — into one, easy-to-cook breakfast bake.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/brunch-bake/6788/" target="_blank"><strong>Michael Smith’s Brunch Bake</strong></a></p>
  • Potato Hash
     
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    Potato Hash

    <p>A mix of russet and sweet potatoes are fried together with with red bell peppers, yellow squash, onion and zucchini for a tasty vegetarian brunch. Serve with a soft poached or fried egg.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/potato-hash/16500/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>The Pioneer Woman's Potato Hash</strong></a></p>
  • Ham and Scallion Scones With Lemon Herb Chevre
     
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    Ham and Scallion Scones With Lemon Herb Chevre

    <p><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/baking/photos/sweet-savoury-scones/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Savoury scones</a> get holiday-ready with a dash of lemon and herb goat cheese.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/ham-and-scallion-scones-with-lemon-herb-chevre/9952/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Anna Olson’s Ham and Scallion Scones With Lemon Herb Chevre</strong></a></p>
  • Crêpes
     
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    Crêpes

    <p>A great way to let your guests enjoy their favourite fruit and toppings, this simple and tasty dish makes a great holiday brunch centrepiece.</p> <p>Get this recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/crepes/15924/" target="_blank"><strong>Alton Brown's Crêpes</strong></a></p>
  • Breakfast Baskets
     
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    Breakfast Baskets

    <p>These fuss-free breakfast egg baskets nix most of the work involved in creating brunch and bring everything together in one simple dish.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/breakfast-baskets/13884/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Breakfast Baskets</strong></a></p>
  • Maple Oat Nut Scones
     
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    Maple Oat Nut Scones

    <p>For a holiday-worthy treat, finish these sweet, buttery pecan and oat scones with a decadent coffee maple icing.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/maple-oat-nut-scones/15630/" target="_blank"><strong>Ree Drummond’s Maple Oat Nut Scones</strong></a>.</p> <p><em>Bonnie Mo is a Toronto-based editor and the face behind Food Network Canada's 1 Dish, 2 Ways column. She's also a contributing editor over at <a href="http://slice.ca/" target="_blank">slice.ca</a>. For more recipe ideas, visit <a href="http://bonniemo.ca/" target="_blank">bonniemo.ca</a>, or catch her on Instagram <a href="http://instagram.com/bonniemo" target="_blank">@bonniemo</a>.</em></p>
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