A Beautiful Mother’s Day
Brunch at Home Mother’s Day is the perfect excuse to slow down, set the table with fresh flowers, and gather around for a relaxed brunch at home. These recipes strike a balance between special and simple—a savory puff pastry tart, fluffy lemon ricotta pancakes, and a sparkling berry refresher to toast the day. Whether you’re celebrating Mom, Grandma, or a mother figure in your life, this menu makes the morning feel memorable without keeping you in the kitchen all day.
SPRING VEGETABLE & GOAT CHEESE PUFF PASTRY TART Light, flaky, and bursting with fresh flavor, this tart looks impressive but comes together effortlessly. Serves 6–8
Ingredients: z 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
Instructions: 1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. 2. Roll out the puff pastry slightly and place on the prepared sheet. Score a 1-inch border around the edges without cutting all the way through. 3. Mix goat cheese, cream cheese, and lemon zest in a small bowl. Spread evenly inside the scored border. 4. Toss asparagus, tomatoes, and zucchini with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Arrange over the cheese layer. 5. Lightly beat the egg and brush along the pastry border. 6. Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden and puffed. 7. Cool slightly before slicing and serving.
z 4 oz. goat cheese, softened z 2 tbs. cream cheese, softened z 1 tsp. lemon zest z 1 cup asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces z ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved z ½ cup thinly sliced zucchini z 1 tbs. olive oil z Salt and black pepper to taste z 1 egg (for egg wash)
Serve warm or at room temperature — perfect alongside fresh fruit or a light salad.
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