Mother’s Day will be here before we know it, and what better way to treat Mom then  cooking for her! These recipes are both yummy and easy. I LOVE fruit and on special occasions I love to serve fruit dip as well. Such a great treat! This Cheesy Potato Brunch bake was also tasty, and very easy to make.  I know I would love if my husband/kids made me a special brunch!! 

CHEESY POTATO BRUNCH BAKE

INGREDIENTS

• 1 16 ounce chub Essential Everyday Mild Pork Sausage thawed
• 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 2 4.5 ounce packages Essential Everyday Julienne Potatoes
• 4 cups warm water
• 1 cup 2% milk
• 8 large eggs
• 1/4 teaspoon Essential Everyday Ground Black Pepper
• 1 cup Essential Everyday Shredded Mild Cheddar Cheese

DIRECTIONS

In large skillet over medium heat, cook and crumble sausage, peppers and onions until sausage is no longer pink; drain. Set aside.

In large mixing bowl, combine warm water, milk, eggs, cheese packets from potatoes and black pepper. Whisk until well combined. Stir in potatoes and sausage.

Transfer to a greased 13×9-inch baking dish. Bake in a preheated 375°F oven 40 minutes. Top with cheese and continue baking 5 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean.

CHEESECAKE FRUIT DIP

INGREDIENTS

• 4 ounces cream cheese
• 1 pudding cup (3.25 oz each) Snack Pack® Vanilla Pudding
• 4 about 1-3/4 cups seconds Reddi-wip® Original Dairy Whipped Topping
• 2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar
• 2 cups assorted fresh fruit pieces