Who says the egg is the only way to go?

These breakfast recipes are egg-free and delicious.

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You don’t have to get cracking to have afilling breakfast.

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Our Favorite Buttermilk Biscuit

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Our favorite buttermilk biscuit recipe also happens to be the simplest.

You need just butter, flour, and buttermilk to make these flaky delights.

Once learned, you will easily get into the rhythm of creating these on the regular.

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For those with an egg aversion, however, it just might serve as the main dish.

Your guests will be grateful no matter the approach.

you might also call this brunch or lunch, and dare we say it,dinner as well.

Sausage Bread

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Slow Cooker Cranberry Pear Butter

This seasonal recipe is the perfect addition to a holiday brunch.

Send a mini Mason jar of Slow Cooker Cranberry Pear Butter home with guests as a sweet favor.

Your loved ones will be so grateful for this thoughtful gesture.

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This perfectly portioned oatmeal is so simple to throw together before bed.

It’s like a peanut butter and jelly sandwich andpeanut butter banana sandwichall rolled into one.

As you know, potatoes have broad appeal.

Slow-Cooker Cranberry-Pear Butter

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This one is a crowd pleaser that you will put on repeat.

Hurry-Up Homemade Crescent Rolls

Homemade bread sounds intimidating, but this five-ingredient recipe makes it easy.

These are a lovely addition to weekend brunch or an easy on-the-go option for weekday mornings.

Sausage Gravy Casserole with Cheddar-Cornmeal Biscuits

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This vibranthomemade jamonly takes three ingredients, so make an extra batch to make your neighbor’s day.

Who needs an egg when you have this delicious marriage of flavors?

You will be so pleased at how easily this dish comes together, and how few ingredients are required.

Blueberry Overnight Oatmeal

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We love to keep a batch of thisfresh fruit saladin our fridge at all times to round out breakfast.

Biscuits And Gravy Casserole

This breakfast casserole comes together so quickly you won’t believe it.

The fact that eggs are not included hardly matters.

Smoothies

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This hearty choice will become a family favorite.

Our Best Ambrosia Ever

This isn’t your Mama’s ambrosia salad!

It’s the perfectmake-ahead breakfastto have on hand for breakfast guests.

Fried Skillet Potatoes

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Feel free to make your own pimiento cheese or useyour go-to store bought brand.

You will not be able to resist making these on the regular.

confirm your tomatoes are good and ripe so that they release their liquid into the gravy.

Hurry-Up Homemade Crescent Rolls

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Slow Cooker Apple Butter

Our readers can’t get enough of this apple butter recipe.

It couldn’t be easier to make, and there are countless ways to use it.

Typically, apple butter is spread over biscuits, toast, or pancakes.

Strawberry Jam

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The key difference is that hint of spice from the cayenne pepper.

We’ll consider that a win!

When you’re making breakfast or brunch for a crowd, this approach is ideal.

Country Ham Hash

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We don’t have to tell you aboutthe endless ways you could use baconoutside of breakfast and brunch.

Drizzle some maple syrup over a few slices for an extra decadent breakfast treat.

We guarantee this recipe will be a permanent addition to your breakfast rotation.

Spicy Bisquick Sausage Balls

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A sprinkling of pecans and brown sugar adds crunch and helps balance the sweetness.

You might just get a charge of energy after enjoying this sweet morning treat.

Creamy Overnight Fruit Salad

The “overnight” part of this recipe is essential.

Fresh Fruit Salad

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The recipe makes enough to serve a crowd and is easily modified based on your tastes.

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Hashbrown Casserole

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Blackberry Jelly

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Blueberry Breakfast Bars

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Our Best Ambrosia Ever

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Southern Living Honey-Chai Granola in a bowl to serve over greek yogurt with fresh fruit

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Pimento Cheese Sausage Balls

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Southern Living Tomato Gravy on biscuits

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Southern Living Slow Cooker Apple Butter

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Biscuits-and-Gravy Skillet

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Millionaire Bacon

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Cooked grits with a slice of butter melting on-top

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Sweet-and-Spicy Sheet Pan Bacon Recipe

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Pecan Rosemary Candied Bacon

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Baked Oatmeal

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Southern Living Breakfast Potatoes in a bowl to serve

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Creamy Grape Salad With Pecans in a bowl with a fork and linen

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Creamy Overnight Fruit Salad

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