How I Put Together An Easy Peasy Christmas Brunch

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And the stockings were hung by the chimney with care in hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there.  It’s here, Christmas 2022. The long holiday weekend has begun and I hope you’re all snug as a bug ‘cuz winter storm Elliott is bringing snow, wind and cold, to the Great Lakes and Northeast. There’s an arctic blast that reaches all the way down South with hard freeze warnings as far as Florida. Brrrrr!

But all is calm, all is bright at Casa Djalali. The kiddos descend this afternoon and we have a jam-packed weekend planned. There’s bowling, and movies, and presents and lots and lots of food! Maybe even a cookie or two for yours truly. I’ve been fairly good this year so fingers crossed Santa leaves something special underneath the tree. I’m so blessed to have my family here to celebrate Christ’s birth.

Oscar is by my side ready to greet the clan so let's get this party started! Christmas morning I serve an easy peasy Christmas brunch with a menu that stays the same year after year. I started making this sausage cheese casserole as a young bride and it’s been a family tradition since then. I also whip up a french toast casserole and chocolate chip coffee cake. A mimosa and bloody Mary bar make it easy for the family to mix their own drinks and of course, coffee is brewing in the kitchen.

The Summary

  Today, I'm sharing an easy peasy Christmas brunch and bar

  I'm also sharing my Christmas Eve outfit

  My outfit and tablescape are shoppable via text- and image-widgets

  Merry Christmas from Oscar, Ollie, and me to all of you!

An Easy Peasy Christmas Brunch

1. Kate Straight-Leg Pant

(J.Crew)

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Sophia Sweater (Tuckernuck) | Cobble Hill Sweater (similar, Tuckernuck) | Kate Straight-Leg Pant (J.Crew) | Mini Block Heel (Frances Valentine)

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2. Sausage Cheese Casserole

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Christmas Tree Dinnerware Salad Plate (Spode) | Luna Flatware Set (Williams Sonoma) | Napkin Ring (Walmart) | Christmas Cutlery Pouches (Etsy) | Burlap Cutlery Holders (Etsy) | Spiral Table Placemats (Walmart) | Gingham Check Napkin (Walmart) | Crystal Double Old Fashioned Glasses (Waterford)

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Egg & Sausage Casserole

5 from 2 reviews

  • Author: Beth Djalali
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Ingredients

Units Scale

1 pound bulk sausage

8 eggs

1 cup cheddar cheese

21/2 cups milk

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon ground mustard

6 slices white bread (cut into 1/2 inch cubes)

Instructions

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and stir in sausage. Cook and stir until sausage is crumbly, evenly browned, and no longer pine, about 10 minutes. Drain and discard any excess grease.

Beat eggs in a large bowl; stir in milk, salt, and mustard, Fold bread cubes, cheddar cheese, and sausage into egg mixture. Pour into a lightly greased 7×11 baking dish. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Remove casserole from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking.

Bake in preheated oven until a knif inserted near the center comes out clean, about 40 minutes.

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3. Christmas Bar

Christmas brunch should never be complicated so I stick with the basics and/or classics. If you like a boozy brunch, keep it simple with a Bloody Mary and Mimosa Bar. Bloody Marys are easy to concoct with a ready-to-serve mix like Mr. & Mrs. T and vodka. It’s easy to set up a bar for guests that include individual servings of orange juice and Prosecco for Mimosas. There’s no right way to make a Bloody Mary But here are some ideas to include in your bar:

-- Rim the glasses with Old Bay Seasoning

-- Fill the ice bucket with ice

Condiments: 

  • Pickled okra
  • Pickles
  • Martini olives
  • Lemon Wedges
  • Pepper
  • Hot sauce
  • Celery
  • Worcestershire
  • Jalapeños

 

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Christmas Tree Dinnerware Salad Plate (Spode) | Luna Flatware Set (Williams Sonoma) | Napkin Ring (Walmart) | Christmas Cutlery Pouches (Etsy) | Burlap Cutlery Holders (Etsy) | Spiral Table Placemats (Walmart) | Gingham Check Napkin (Walmart) | Crystal Double Old Fashioned Glasses (Waterford)

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4. McCall Mini Block Heel Velvet Red

(Frances Valentine)

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Sophia Sweater (Tuckernuck) | Cobble Hill Sweater (similar, Tuckernuck) | Kate Straight-Leg Pant (J.Crew) | Mini Block Heel (Frances Valentine)

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5. Christmas Decorations

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Christmas Tree Dinnerware Salad Plate (Spode) | Luna Flatware Set (Williams Sonoma) | Napkin Ring (Walmart) | Christmas Cutlery Pouches (Etsy) | Burlap Cutlery Holders (Etsy) | Spiral Table Placemats (Walmart) | Gingham Check Napkin (Walmart) | Crystal Double Old Fashioned Glasses (Waterford)

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Beth Djalali

is the Founder and CEO of Style at a Certain Age. She writes Sundays-Fridays on all topics ranging from fashion, health, wellness, home design and more.

She’s 63, 5’8, and size 8.

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  1. Sylvia Espinoza says:
    December 23, 2022 at 11:27 am

    Merry Christmas to THE BEST style blogger for seasoned ladies! We’re looking our best thanks to your hard work day in and day out. Top Tip Ever: Proportions!!! Works EVERY time! Thanks for the recipe today. Love and Blessings to The Djalali Family ❤🌲❤🌲❤



  2. Celine Stanasolovich says:
    December 23, 2022 at 11:34 am

    Merry Christmas Beth. I enjoy the daily posts from you and your tribe. Wishing you and your family a wonderful Christmas with good health, happiness and peace in the New Year.

  3. Annie says:
    December 23, 2022 at 12:33 pm

    Merry Christmas, Miss Beth, to you and yours. And, a Most Joyous and Happy New Year 2023.

    You’re a Doll! Thanks for ALL your hard work on your blog. ❤️🎄

  4. Éva says:
    December 23, 2022 at 1:01 pm

    Merry Christmas! Have a peaceful holiday! With love, Éva

  5. Julie says:
    December 23, 2022 at 2:24 pm

    Hi Beth, everything looks beautiful. Wishing you and your family plus Oscar and Ollie a very Merry Christmas, have a lovely time, much love from Julie and hubby Graham xx

  6. Helen says:
    December 23, 2022 at 2:36 pm

    Hey Beth,

    Thank you for your blog. I’ve been following your for a couple of years and always enjoy your tips and decorating ideas.. Your home looks gorgeous! Christmas wishes to you and Oscar, Kelly and your extended family.

  7. Nancy B says:
    December 23, 2022 at 3:11 pm

    Merry Christmas, Beth, to you Oscar, Ollie and your whole family! Thank you for all your amazing work behind the scenes to bring us mature woman beautiful styles. I appreciate what you do and can’t wait to see what is in store for us in 2023! 🎄

  8. Lisa says:
    December 23, 2022 at 3:23 pm

    Your home is perfectly styled. The dining room planter of poinsettias blew me away. Merry Christmas Beth.

  9. Sangita says:
    December 23, 2022 at 3:49 pm

    Merry Christmas Beth to you and the family! You are a bright spot in my day. I appreciate all the hard work you put into each post and enjoy them immensely. Best Wishes to all of you for the Holidays and the New Year!!
    God Bless you!

  10. Carol says:
    December 23, 2022 at 6:31 pm

    Merry Christmas Beth to you and your family. I love your daily posts and have learned much from you. Best wishes in the new year.



  11. Sherry Ulrich says:
    December 23, 2022 at 8:01 pm

    Have a fabulous Christmas holiday with your family and Oscar and Ollie. Sounds like you are going to hate a blast!
    Going to Christmas Eve service tomorrow night and then out to eat. Back here for pie and visiting. Christmas dinner with daughter and family, presents and games. It is really cold here in Minnesota
    14 below this morning with 25 mile an hour winds most of the day. So chilly here so staying in most of the weekend
    Love your outfit for Christmas Eve. I have those pants and might have to wear them to church tomorrow night with similar sweater instead of sequin joggers as planned because of the cold weather.
    Jesus is the reason for the season.

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