Hosting Christmas Eve Brunch--need menu and can I buy part from Whole Foods?

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:pick up a honey baked ham and serve it cold

That's disgusting.

Actually it’s great. Put out some biscuits or Hawaiian bread rolls and honey mustard.

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Anonymous wrote:Definitely a baked French toast, fruit, quiche, bacon and some scrambled eggs. That’s plenty.

For 8 adults I'd do scrambled eggs or quiche, don't need both.

Some may not eat cheese, which is why I scramble eggs.

Hard boiled eggs are a good option if you’re planning on quiche and don’t want another thing to cook the morning of.

[Anonymous]

Is this for Christmas Eve morning or Christmas morning? I’ve never heard of anyone doing a big brunch the morning of the 24th.

[Anonymous]

Make a breakfast casserole with eggs, cheese, etc (you can make it a day ahead and pop in oven in the am), make a French toast casserole, and serve fruit and croissants/biscuits. Do a sheet pan of bacon in oven.

[Anonymous]

I agree with the suggestions for an overnight breakfast casserole. I usually make two - one sweet (https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/15057/overnight-blueberry-french-toast/) and one savory (https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/sausage-egg-casserole/), prep the night before and bake morning of. Buy muffins and fruit salad at Whole Foods. Serve make your own mimosas. Put out Peppermint sticks to stir into coffee for fun.

[Anonymous]

I bake scrambled eggs in the oven, along with French toast.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Is this for Christmas Eve morning or Christmas morning? I’ve never heard of anyone doing a big brunch the morning of the 24th.

NP.

So you think no one anywhere has brunch on Christmas Eve because you don’t? Really?

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This egg casserole has been a staple in my family my whole life - my grandma passed down a version of the recipe. It’s sure easy, everyone loves it, and you can make in advance and reheat or just stick in oven 45 minutes before brunch. Service with a fruit salad or anything else simple you like. Leftovers are great too!

https://houseofnasheats.com/green-chili-egg-casserole/

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Is this for Christmas Eve morning or Christmas morning? I’ve never heard of anyone doing a big brunch the morning of the 24th.

NP.

So you think no one anywhere has brunch on Christmas Eve because you don’t? Really?

No, I don’t think that. I am curious to hear if a lot of people do this, because I honestly don’t know anyone who does. I’m always interested in learning about other people’s holiday traditions that are different from my own or my extended family’s.

I admit Christmas Eve is usually a whirl of last minute getting ready activities at my house, so I wouldn’t have time to attend a brunch on that day, let alone prepare one. But I am loving all the great ideas here because we do have a big brunch on Christmas morning and frequently on the 26th also, so I’m picking out some new recipes from this thread to try this year.

[Anonymous]

Whole Foods prepared foods are not was good as they used to be. Can you get from a restaurant instead?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Is this for Christmas Eve morning or Christmas morning? I’ve never heard of anyone doing a big brunch the morning of the 24th.

NP.

So you think no one anywhere has brunch on Christmas Eve because you don’t? Really?

No, I don’t think that. I am curious to hear if a lot of people do this, because I honestly don’t know anyone who does. I’m always interested in learning about other people’s holiday traditions that are different from my own or my extended family’s.

I admit Christmas Eve is usually a whirl of last minute getting ready activities at my house, so I wouldn’t have time to attend a brunch on that day, let alone prepare one. But I am loving all the great ideas here because we do have a big brunch on Christmas morning and frequently on the 26th also, so I’m picking out some new recipes from this thread to try this year.

DP, Christmas Eve is our big celebration. Christmas Day is more relaxed and the family can enjoy their presents.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Is this for Christmas Eve morning or Christmas morning? I’ve never heard of anyone doing a big brunch the morning of the 24th.

NP.

So you think no one anywhere has brunch on Christmas Eve because you don’t? Really?

No, I don’t think that. I am curious to hear if a lot of people do this, because I honestly don’t know anyone who does. I’m always interested in learning about other people’s holiday traditions that are different from my own or my extended family’s.

I admit Christmas Eve is usually a whirl of last minute getting ready activities at my house, so I wouldn’t have time to attend a brunch on that day, let alone prepare one. But I am loving all the great ideas here because we do have a big brunch on Christmas morning and frequently on the 26th also, so I’m picking out some new recipes from this thread to try this year.

DP, Christmas Eve is our big celebration. Christmas Day is more relaxed and the family can enjoy their presents.

So, you get up and have a big brunch the day before Christmas? When do you open presents, and when does Santa visit (if you do the Santa thing)?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Is this for Christmas Eve morning or Christmas morning? I’ve never heard of anyone doing a big brunch the morning of the 24th.

Now you have. Many want to celebrate Christmas at home with their families. I host Xmas eve brunch. Other friends coming for lunch Xmas day.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Is this for Christmas Eve morning or Christmas morning? I’ve never heard of anyone doing a big brunch the morning of the 24th.

NP.

So you think no one anywhere has brunch on Christmas Eve because you don’t? Really?

No, I don’t think that. I am curious to hear if a lot of people do this, because I honestly don’t know anyone who does. I’m always interested in learning about other people’s holiday traditions that are different from my own or my extended family’s.

I admit Christmas Eve is usually a whirl of last minute getting ready activities at my house, so I wouldn’t have time to attend a brunch on that day, let alone prepare one. But I am loving all the great ideas here because we do have a big brunch on Christmas morning and frequently on the 26th also, so I’m picking out some new recipes from this thread to try this year.

So, you get up and have a big brunch the day before Christmas? When do you open presents, and when does Santa visit (if you do the Santa thing)?

I have guests in Christmas eve. No one is working. They come at around noon and we hang out by the fire listening to Xmas music and sipping wine and mimosas-- for as long as they want. I have a 15 yo so Santa is done. Our small family opens gifts together Xmas morning. It's quiet. Other friends are coming for Christmas lunch. After last year, I want to have people I enjoy around.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Is this for Christmas Eve morning or Christmas morning? I’ve never heard of anyone doing a big brunch the morning of the 24th.

NP.

So you think no one anywhere has brunch on Christmas Eve because you don’t? Really?

No, I don’t think that. I am curious to hear if a lot of people do this, because I honestly don’t know anyone who does. I’m always interested in learning about other people’s holiday traditions that are different from my own or my extended family’s.

I admit Christmas Eve is usually a whirl of last minute getting ready activities at my house, so I wouldn’t have time to attend a brunch on that day, let alone prepare one. But I am loving all the great ideas here because we do have a big brunch on Christmas morning and frequently on the 26th also, so I’m picking out some new recipes from this thread to try this year.

This is OP. I like the idea of the 26th and may try that last year. I like it a lot! Yes, it's as hectic as heck. I am busy working and renovating another part of the house. I will still need to wrap some gifts and all. I sleep well Xmas night!

So, you get up and have a big brunch the day before Christmas? When do you open presents, and when does Santa visit (if you do the Santa thing)?

I have guests in Christmas eve. No one is working. They come at around noon and we hang out by the fire listening to Xmas music and sipping wine and mimosas-- for as long as they want. I have a 15 yo so Santa is done. Our small family opens gifts together Xmas morning. It's quiet. Other friends are coming for Christmas lunch. After last year, I want to have people I enjoy around.