Pear-Cranberry Sparklers

The best greeting is one made with cocktails in hand.

Float a cranberry or two on top to snaz them up.

Almond Pancakes With Sour-Cherry Syrup

Pancakes say lazy-day lounging with friends.

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Sour-cherry syrup, which you’re free to make a week ahead, adds a twist on taste.

Biscuits

Your friends might not bake from scratch, but they’ll be psyched that you did!

Be sure to use fresh baking powder or the bread won’t rise.

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Maple Sausage

Stuff those biscuits with maple sausage, and they’re almost too good.

Prep the patties the day before, then cook them quickly just prior to serving.

Tropical Fruit Salad

A fancy-pants fruit salad with a tropical flair really sweetens things up.

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Chop fruit in advance; assemble day of.

Bell Pepper and Goat Cheese Strata

Brunch sans egss isn’t brunch!

Stick this strata in the oven as guests arrive.

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Kale Salad With Dates, Parmesan and Almonds

Balance the meal with a savory salad.

Dress kale a day ahead; toss at the table.

Clementine Mulled Cider

Cider is the ideal way to warm up the roomespecially if it’s spiked.

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