Guide Note

If entertaining guests or a large family, Christmas may necessitate an elaborate preparation of breakfast foods. Rich, savory dishes and sweet dishes are usually made for Christmas morning. Breakfast preparation can be faster and easier if some dishes are made ahead of time. Foods that can be made in advance are breakfast casseroles, doughnuts, pastries and bagels.

Fast Facts

1. Breakfast casseroles can be made ahead of time
2. Eggnog pancakes or French toast are a good way to use up leftover eggnog
3. Simply Recipes and All Recipes promote savory egg and sausage casseroles

1. Mix 1 tablespoon sugar, 1 1/2 cups flour, 1 tablespoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg in a large bowl.
2. Make a well and pour in 2 tablespoons melted butter, 1 cup eggnog, 1/2 tsp vanilla extract and 1 egg, slightly beaten. Mix until the batter is uniform.
3. Pour the batter, 1/4 cup at a time, on to a hot nonstick pan, over medium heat. Cook each pancake until golden brown and flip. Let it cook for 30 more seconds or as needed until it is spotted brown. Serve warm.