Start mom’s day off right with a peaceful breakfast in bed. Whip up this simple yet delicious sweet potato hash and show your appreciation for everything she does by customizing the dish to her preferences. Philip Monteforte, executive chef at Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington DC Convention Center, says, “You can change ingredients out and make it vegan by removing the egg and adding kale, garbanzo beans and a little curry for added spice to bring in a whole other dimension. On the other side, you can add bacon to the hash and top with a petite strip to do a play on steak and eggs.” Want to really raise the bar? Elevate the dish with duck eggs and shavings of black truffle. The added burst of flavor will be as spectacular as mom herself.

Have the whole family join in the Mother’s Day fun for a decadent (and kid-approved!) brownie that is as enjoyable to make as it is to eat. This recipe isn’t your average brownie recipe — it’s from Palmer House, a Hilton Hotel, where the brownie was first invented. Palmer House’s executive sous chef, Jason Shroeder, says, “What is there not to like about a brownie? It’s pure happiness baked into a fudgy cake. It’s always exciting to see something that makes people happy.” We couldn’t agree more, and mom is sure to feel the same!