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What greater way to tell Mum you love her than with a perfect yummy Sunday brunch!
Enjoy this collection of brunch recipes from our archive.
Scrambled eggs with smoked salmon and champagne
Corn pancakes with crispy bacon and chipolatas
Basil frittata with smoked salmon and horseradish cream
Smoked salmon with pitta and beetroot tahini
Baked rhubarb & rose compote with oat crunch & yoghurt
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