Brunch

Here's a terrific twist on the classic fruit-and-shortcake theme.

A quick and easy breakfast treat.

I like to serve these colorful peppers, drizzled with extra-virgin olive oil, as part of an antipasto platter. Active time: 2 hr Start to finish: 3 hr (plus 1 week for flavors to develop)

This delightful open-face omelet is aptly named; it's bursting with flavor and style.

Here's a delicious new take on smoked salmon.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

A colorful salad of cooked green beans, roasted red pepper strips and marinated artichoke hearts looks and tastes terrific with this meatless version of a classic. Pass a plate of brownies for dessert.

The ingredients of the traditional Denver omelet top savory French toast. Alongside, offer sliced tomatoes with balsamic or red wine vinegar and crumbled marjoram. End with oatmeal cookies and oranges.

Onions, olives, basil and lemon accent this unusual combination from Un Grand Café in Chicago, Illinois. If you cannot find Yukon Gold potatoes, regular white-skinned potatoes will do nicely.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Using frozen hash brown potatoes really reduces prep time. This easy hash goes well with fried or poached eggs and some steamed broccoli.

A moist and flavorful banana-nut muffin with a distinctly tropical twist.

Brunch drinks get updated with this take on the traditional duo of orange juice and champagne. Note that freshly squeezed orange juice is not the best choice here, as its intense taste can overwhelm the other juices. Topping the drink with a boysenberry "floater" creates a vibrant color contrast.