Easter Brunch

Easter is my holiday. I host it every year for the in-laws because it's the only holiday my family doesn't really celebrate and I really can't fit my side AND the in-laws in my house, there just isn't enough room. So, what does a Mom of a toddler and a newborn make for 10+ people you might ask? Easy items that can be prepped ahead of time.

Baked Ham - as in, pre cooked. You could get one from the honey baked ham store or just a regular one with a glaze from the grocery store.

Maple Bacon Breakfast rolls. These lovely things appeared in my in-box the other day and I had to make them. I cooked the bacon in the oven ahead of time, you could buy pre-cooked but it's expensive for what you get.

Fried Green Tomatoes - Yes, like the movie. They are SO good. Slice tomatoes about 1/2 inch thick or so and salt liberally (this step is very important). Season with pepper. Put them in a bowl with about 4 tablespoons buttermilk (regular milk will work though). Then, dredge through flour. Then in some beat eggs and then through breadcrumbs. Fry in peanut oil. Vegetable oil will work but I prefer peanut oil. Voila. Soooo good. There are sauces and chutneys you can make to serve them with but I just like them as is.

Lemon Trifle - You can make this with any berry you want. I suggest doubling the lemon curd recipe and if you still don't feel you have enough you can always fold in some whipping cream or vanilla pudding.

Champagne Limoncello Cocktails

And, the in-laws are also bringing

Fruit Salad
Hash brown casserole
Another vegetable.

I may also add some roasted asparagus because it's easy :) The only thing I'll have to do the day of is warm the ham up a bit, toss the rolls in the oven and fry the tomatoes.