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Easter Brunch, Buffet StyleEaster is the ideal time for a celebratory brunch. It's the perfect day of the week, the perfect season, and — whether you're honoring the religious significance or simply spring's arrival — the perfect occasion.A brunch menu is fun to develop, especially if you take the opportunity to cover an array of possibilities. Good choices include eggs and other standard breakfast fare (gussied up, of course), fresh produce, delightful breads and a selection of just-right beverages. Here are some ideas for each of these categories:Standard breakfast fare?rises to the occasion with the addition of unexpected ingredients.?Additions to pancake and waffle batters make these standards especially delightful. Simply add poppy seeds for texture and almond extract for a slightly nutty flavor. Raspberry flavor adds the perfect brightness to this sweet treat. For those who opt for savory dishes at brunch time, enhance egg and potato dishes with robust seasonings, such as garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and smoked paprika.?ASPARAGUS FRITTATA WITH THYMEIngredientsEgg Mixture8 ?large eggs?2 tablespoons?Greek yogurt?1/4 teaspoon black pepper1/4 ounce sea salt4 ounces?feta cheese, crumbled?2 tablespoons?olive oil?1 cup?leeks, chopped?1 bunch?asparagus, chopped?1/2 teaspoon thyme1/2 teaspoon paprika1/4 cup?sun-dried tomatoes, chopped?Toppings1/2 cup?fresh arugula?1/2 cup?grape tomatoes, halved?Directions1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Grease 12 muffins tins with cooking spray, set aside.2. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs with the Greek yogurt and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir in the feta cheese, set aside.3. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil and leeks and cook, stirring frequently, until softened, about 5 minutes.?4. Add the thyme, paprika, and the remaining salt and pepper, toss to combine. Stir in 1 bunch of chopped asparagus, cover and cook until crisp-tender, 3 to 5 minutes.5. Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes and cook one minute more. Remove from the heat and divide the veggies among the 12 muffin tins.?6. Evenly pour the eggs over each muffin cup.?7. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes or until the eggs are set.?8. Serve garnished with arugula and grape tomatoes.Fresh Produce?will add nutrition and pizzazz to your brunch table. Start with a simple fruit salad, but toss in small pieces of crystallized ginger and serve with Honeyed Yogurt Sauce. Or serve seasonal fruits in cottage cheese, spiced with cinnamon and allspice and sweetened with maple syrup. Ruby red grapefruit halves sprinkled with maple syrup granules and cinnamon are easy to prepare and worthy of guests.?HONEYED YOGURT SAUCEIngredients1 cup plain Greek yogurt1 tablespoon honey?1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractDirectionsIn a small bowl combine the yogurt, honey, and vanilla. Mix well. Store, tightly?covered, in the refrigerator.Brunch breads?of all shapes, tastes, and sizes -- sweet braids, French toast, muffins — make good Easter brunch fare. An assortment of scones is always appreciated; these can also serve as your special sweet treats.?Serve breads with special condiments such as apple butter or fresh berry jams.?Other baked sweet treats might include coffee cakes and?streusel.Beverages?will likely include coffee and juices. An assortment of hot herbal teas?is also a nice offering, as is orange pekoe tea?or chai tea flavored with cinnamon and cardamom. (This can be made ahead and served chilled as well.)CHAI TEA LATTEIngredients5 cups?water?2 tablespoons?rounded, of black tea3 cups?non-fat milk or 3 cups?soy milk1/3 cup?honey?4 cinnamon sticks?or 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon5 whole cloves?or 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves1 bay leaf6 whole cardamom pods,?green or black or 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamomDirectionsCombine all ingredients in medium saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 30 minutes. Strain.?A few final tips:If you're serving a crowd, be sure to choose at least some dishes that you can prepare ahead, so that you'll have time to enjoy your guests.Have fun decorating your tables with pastel linens, Easter eggs, and plenty of greenery (fresh flowers such as daffodils and tulips or potted plants or even some wheat grass grown in a flat as a centerpiece). If it makes you think of spring, it'll likely work!Have fun looking for recipes! You'll find lots more brunch recipes, including many dishes appropriate for vegans and those who prefer a wheat-free treat among Frontier Co-op's breakfast and brunch recipes at . ................
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