Bring in the New Year with style. Hold a fabulous brunch for friends and family by serving classic dishes with a twist. Nothing sets the mood better for a casual gathering than cooking up recipes while guests wander in and out of the kitchen, helping assemble the meal. Setting up the meal buffet-style adds to the relaxed feeling of the get-together.

Each recipe in this menu takes less than 40 minutes and can be prepared ahead of time. Ask guests to bring bagels, croissants, muffins, jams and jellies or an assortment of fruit or cheese. Serve with celebratory champagne or mimosas, juices and coffee. Decorate the table with bright napkins and a centerpiece of citrus fruits or reuse your New Year's Eve party decorations. Welcome the New Year deliciously and effortlessly. Cheers!