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Brunch is a nice idea; it really is. Unfortunately, hopes of having strong, spicy bloody marys and breakfast among friends turn into the reality of hour-long waits, mostly OJ mimosas, and overcooked eggs.
Make the brunch ritual actually enjoyable again by leaving the long lines behind, and picking up a pan yourself. Treat someone to a four-star start to their day with these 10 Brunch Dishes Everyone Should Be Able to Make, courtesy of the cooking pros at Food52.
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10. Crunchy Maple French Toast with Maple-Whiskey Butter
Cornflakes added a nice crunchy texture to the outside of each slice. And aren't you curious about the magic that happens when you whip butter with whiskey? The combo is as heavenly as it sounds. Get the recipe at Food52.
9. Strawberries with Lavender Biscuits
This dessert is a clever riff on strawberry shortcake. Even though the biscuits contain whole wheat flour, you won't believe how feathery and tender they are. Get the recipe at Food52.
8. Lamb Merguez
This recipe reminds us how simple making your own sausage can be—you don't even need to fuss with casings. Perfectly spiced, it's as at home with poached eggs and toast as it is with pita and tzatziki. Get the recipe at Food52.
7. Cardamom Crumb Cake
Instant espresso combines with cardamom in the crumb topping here, putting the "coffee" in coffee cake. Get the recipe at Food52.
6. Petite Pea Omelet with Mint and Mascarpone
The combination of the mascarpone and egg yolks makes for a wonderfully rich omelet. Cheery in color and just a bit decadent, this recipe makes a terrific Easter brunch. Get the recipe at Food52.
5. Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins
These muffins are extra lemony: not only is the glaze made with both lemon juice and zest, but the batter also contains lemon zest. And the poppy seeds aren’t exactly shy. They congregate throughout the rich, buttery muffins, providing each mouthful with a delicate crunch. Get the recipe at Food52.
4. Virginia Willis' Deviled Eggs
There is a secret ingredient here: butter, just a tad. Mixed in while it's soft, it rounds out the more acidic ingredients and renders the filling unbelievably creamy without overtaking it. Get the recipe at Food52.
3. Smoked Ham with Pomegranate Molasses, Black Pepper and Mustard Glaze
Pomegranate molasses is something that wouldn't have occurred to us to slather on a baked ham, but it turns out it's genius. It's sweet but also tart— a great partner for spicy Dijon and black pepper—and highlights the smoky porkiness of the ham rather than overpowering it. Get the recipe at Food52.
2. Leek, Lemon, and Feta Quiche
We love the delicate flavor of leeks, crisp puff pastry, and especially the slabs of feta that, instead of being crumbled into the egg mixture, are laid gently across the top of each quiche before baking. Get the recipe at Food52.
1. Naughty Rhubarb Scones
This cream scone needs no jam or butter. Just slice rhubarb, toss into a quick-leavened dough, pat, slice, and bake. Get the recipe at Food52.
