Heres how to make it your own.

All of a sudden, the festivities are underway and the stomachs are starting to rumble.

It’s become one of our most beloved traditions to look forward to each year.

Christmas-Morning Coffee Cake

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Sweet, savory, and occasion-worthy, these dishes come together for the easiest special meal ever.

(And can all be made ahead of time.)

Instead, she opts for a baking dish.

Sausage Balls - Southern Living

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It can be made ahead and baked the day of.

Easy Homemade Pancakes

Ah, now the star of the show.

My mother makes thebestpancakes.

Mini Cheese Grits Casseroles

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It can be made ahead and reheated, though she usually makes it the day of.

Easy Homemade Pancakes

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asparagus quiche with a slice out - Southern Living

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