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  • Healthy Hollandaise Sauce on Eggs Benedict
    Food,  Recipes

    How to Make an Easy, Healthy Hollandaise Sauce with Recipe

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    Make Eggs Benedict for brunch with this healthy Hollandaise Sauce recipe. Enjoy time with friends without feeling guilty about the calories in the meal.

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  • How to Make a Fruit Charcuterie Board
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    Easy Ideas How to Make a Beautiful Fruit Charcuterie Board

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    Here are some great ideas for how to make a beautiful fruit charcuterie board. It is so easy to create a simple fresh fruit board in your own kitchen. Fruit charcuterie boards are an easy and favorite way of mine to present an appealing appetizer or dessert. Use the easy recipe techniques and ideas below to make a great appetizer worthy of any breakfast or brunch. It is also perfect for special occasions like baby showers and bridal shower brunches. Take your date night to the next level with a fruit charcuterie board! It can be a great addition to your romantic night as it is a great option for…

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  • Delicious Baked Egg Thanksgiving Leftover Breakfast Casserole
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    How to Make Thanksgiving Leftover Breakfast Casserole Recipe: Southwest Style

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    Bake up this Thanksgiving leftover breakfast casserole using your Happy Thanksgiving leftover turkey! Are you one of those people who love Thanksgiving dinner leftovers? I am! In fact, the next day I usually look forward to them even more than the original feast. This is why I’m excited to share this recipe for a Thanksgiving leftover breakfast casserole southwest style. It’s easy to make and it’s a delicious way to use up some of your turkey leftovers lurking in your fridge. So why not give it a try? Your taste buds will thank you! Thanksgiving Leftover Breakfast Casserole Maybe the next morning after Thanksgiving you used a few leftovers for…

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  • A Simple Mother's Day Brunch Menu
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    Beautiful, yet Easy, Simple Mother’s Day Brunch Menu Idea

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    A Simple Mother's Day Brunch menu with grocery list, step-by-step guide and recipes.

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    Easter Brunch Ideas | A Complete Menu with Wine Pairings for a Fabulous Spring Brunch Gathering

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    These Easter Brunch ideas include a full menu of recipes and wine recommendations to give you everything you need to make a delicious and impressive Easter Brunch. I just love brunch! The idea that you can sleep in, enjoy a mid-day meal with breakfast-inspired foods, and still have the evening to relax just makes it a perfect meal to invite friends over to enjoy. I know restaurants are open and many people go out for brunch, but I don’t care for the noise and hurriedness of the waitstaff to get you to eat and move on. I like to enjoy brunch in a relaxed manner, have time to sip my…

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  • Dark Chocolate Bundt Cake with Red wine glaze on a glass cake stand
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    How to Make a Striking Brunch Dessert | Recipe for Dark Chocolate Bundt Cake with Red Wine

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    This recipe for Dark Chocolate Bundt Cake with Red Wine makes a delicious and elegant dessert to serve at your next spring event.  It is sure to impress your guests with its rich flavor and beautiful color. Plus, it is easy to make and can be prepared in advance. So why not give it a try? Your taste buds will thank you! Not only is this recipe for chocolate bundt cake unbelievably delicious, but it is also a colorful addition to your table. The dark pink almost rose-colored icing is just gorgeous against the dark chocolate background of the cake. Of course, the color of the icing depends on the…

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    Creamy Salmon and Cucumber Bites on a platter

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  • Vinaigrette dressing with a bowl of salad for a Mother's Day Brunch Idea
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    Best Recipe for Salad Dressing on Greens Wows Spring Brunch

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    This recipe for Salad Dressing Over Crisp Vegetables creates salad brunch perfection. If you are looking for a delicious and healthy salad to serve as part of your Easter or Mother’s Day brunch menu, look no further! The salad features a variety of brightly colored vegetables, including carrots, sweet red peppers, and grape tomatoes. The dressing is made with Dijon mustard, olive oil, and red wine vinegar for a tangy flavor that pairs perfectly with a spring vegetable salad. Best Spring Salads are Homemade When the weather begins to turn and winter falls behind, I look to simple green salads to lighten up my meals. Did you know, salads are…

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  • Crustless Quiche Baked and ready to serve
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    Recipe for Crustless Quiche – A Delicious and Easy Brunch Recipe Idea

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    Look no further for a recipe for crustless quiche that is delicious and easy to serve at your next brunch. This crustless quiche will please everyone at your brunch gathering. It is healthy, easy to make, and can be adapted to include any of your favorite ingredients. Plus, it can be made ahead of time so you don’t have to worry about last-minute preparations. So, gather up your eggs, and let’s get cooking! What is Quiche? According to Wikipedia, quiche has a pastry crust with a filling of eggs and milk and/or cream. It can be made with vegetables, meat, seafood, or just about anything you have on hand. And,…

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  • Creamy Salmon and Cucumber Bites on a platter
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    Brunch Appetizer Recipe for Quick and Elegant Easy Salmon

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    This brunch appetizer recipe makes a beautiful platter of elegant and impressive Creamy Salmon and Cucumber Bites. When you are hosting a brunch, you want to make sure that your guests are impressed from the start. What could be better than an elegant finger food appetizer? This recipe is simple but looks and tastes amazing. You can make it ahead of time, so it is perfect for busy hosts, and it will add a touch of elegance to any brunch menu. Beautiful Brunch Ideas A brunch can be a casual affair, or it can be more elegant. It all depends on your style and the type of brunch you are…

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  • An Elegant Mother's Day menu
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    How to Make an Elegant Menu for Mother’s Day Brunch Ideas

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    This menu is a bit more involved but so worth the effort for this beautiful, memorable brunch for Mom. P.S. If this helps you please share or forward it to friends! Cheers Y’all!

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    Happy Eggs Benedict – How to Make Hollandaise Sauce 5 Ways

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    Your key to happy Eggs Benedict is the Hollandaise sauce. It doesn’t matter if your yolks run beautifully, your English muffin is toasted perfectly, or your bacon is star-worthy crisp if you don’t make a great hollandaise sauce. Here are five ways to make delicious Hollandaise sauce for happy Eggs Benedict. Who invented Eggs Benedict? Hey, here’s one for you. What do a traitor, a guy with a hangover and a pope have in common? Eggs Benedict!  Ba-dum-bum! The origin of Eggs Benedict is a bit muddy, but the name clearly matches that of a famous traitor.  Benedict Arnold actually had a short, but successful career in the Continental Army…

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The Hostess of Lone Star Gatherings

Howdy!  I’m your host, Rani.  As a WSET certified wine lover and cooking enthusiast, I love to entertain at home. With 25 years of experience cooking, entertaining, and pairing wine, let me guide you through stress-free gatherings with amazing food, wine, and cocktails! Grab a drink and join the party!

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