With Easter just a week away, I thought I would share some ideas for an easy Sunday brunch menu. I love Sundays…and if brunch is involved I love it even more. First of all it eliminates a meal. Breakfast and lunch are combined so the day’s work is reduced. It’s a relaxing way to feed your family and friends. Many times you can set up a casual buffet and everyone can help themselves. First up is a Drake family favorite.
One of the easiest things to do for your main course is a make-ahead Ham and Cheese Breakfast Casserole. The ingredients are super simple and it’s all done the night before so it’s ready to go in the morning with no mess in your kitchen. I’ve been making this for so long that I know the ingredients by heart…but I posted it over on my eBay blog so just click HERE to get the recipe. I also made a quick video that will show you the steps.
So…you need something to go with this casserole right? I have two amazing choices. The first is Cinnamon Roll Cake.
This is an easy coffee cake that uses basic ingredients from your pantry. I usually make a small cake but the recipe, which can be found HERE, is for a 9 x 13 that is big enough to feed a crowd.
Next is a Sour Cream Coffee Cake. I use a bundt pan for this and it really does make a beautiful addition to your brunch menu. You can definitely make this the day before too. Just store in an air-tight container and it will stay fresh for several days…but it probably won’t last that long! Click HERE for the recipe.
If these two coffee cakes won’t work for your family, take a look at my Quick Breads category. Quick breads are a great substitute for coffee cakes and all of the recipes can be made into muffins. (If you prefer.)
To round out your menu, a bowl of fresh fruit works perfectly. If you want a little project that the kids can help with, make fruit kabobs. They are so pretty and super easy to serve. Top things off with juice and coffee.
I thought at the last minute you might want to print off your menu…especially if you are serving a buffet. You could pop it in a frame and set it beside your plates/utensils. I made a printable of the menu chalkboard.
Click to download Chalkboard Menu Printable
(Just remember when you print it out to change your text color to white.)
I hope this has helped lighten the load a little. Have a lovely day!
Hi Ann
Your b/fast casserole looks divine! I looked at the recipe and it reads:
2½ Cups half and half
From the picture I see there is milk – would this mean half milk and half cream maybe?
Look forward to hearing from you :)
Made the Ham and Cheese Casserole – YUMMY. Ann, you have really helped me in the kitchen. Thank you for sharing!
Julie
We are on the same page – I’m making a version of this casserole using sausage and adding bell peppers, asparagus, and onion. I also make a small plain version for those that opt for no veggies. Yours looks so good, my mouth is watering.
i just love it when you cook, Ann…I always end up feeling like I could eat the words right off this screen! LOL!
“Ann’s Place” has a nice ring to it don’t you think? I know, I know…you’ll start your little bakery in your spare time…hehehe! A girl can dream a lil’ dream:D
Brunch is a great idea for Easter. I wish I could talk my family into going to an early service rather than the 11:25 service! My husband has already put in his order for an Easter ham, but if ham’s in the casserole, he might be satisfied with that!
Have a blessed Holy Week!
xo,
RJ
Thank you. I will be making the sour cream coffee cake. I’ll let you know what the family thinks.
Ann, as usual the recipes look so delicious. I plan to try them out this weekend. Thanks
Don”t know yet if my kids are coming but, I may just make some just for me. Lol!
Thanks you for the recipes, they all look great. and for the menu.
Have a Blessed day
Hi Ann,
Just want to thank you for your blog. I enjoy so many of your posts and have pinned all these recipes. They sound delicious! I know I will use them soon.
Thank you for the delicious looking recipes, Ann! I’m wondering if I could print out your menu and put it in a photo frame. Then I could use a chalk pen to write directly on the glass and use it over and over?
I’ve never printed out a chalk board printable- do I use black paper?
Thanks for your help and have a blessed Easter!
Jeanne that’s a great idea! Just print it out like a normal document. No need to use black paper. Have fun!
Hi Ann!
First of all I want to tell you how very sorry I am about your mom.From my own experience I already know that you don’t get over it but through it.
Next I must tell you how wonderful all your recipes are and how much I’ve enjoyed making them.
I have a question, is there any way to print out your “breakfast ham & cheese casserole? I’ve printed out all of yours but don’t see a way with this one.
Happy Easter to you and your family.
Best wishes, Gayle
These sound delicious Ann! I will definitely be trying these for our next get together! Thanks so much for sharing!