The Heart of the Table | Generations & Legacy

The Christmas Morning Chaos

C hristmas morning arrives and it’s present unwrapping time! The delight of every child and most adults, whether giving or receiving... gifting is FUN and fast. Immediately after gift unwrapping comes cleaning up the papers, bags and bows.

A beautiful Christmas morning breakfast table spread with coffee and hot dishes

Then there’s the sorting and piling. And then... very soon after it all begins, everyone wanders into the kitchen and asks the inevitable question. "What’s for breakfast?"

The Joyful Commotion

My menu usually includes slices of spiralized, sugared ham, warmed in the oven with a bit of butter and brown sugar. I pair that with an egg casserole that is the perfect venue for either your favorite veggies or salty meats, and a cheesy hash potato casserole that comes out hot and bubbly.

It takes all the stress out of the morning and keeps you from playing short-order cook. You get to actually sit back, pour a cup of coffee, and soak in the joy of the room. Merry, Merry to all and to all a Great Season of Family Gatherings!