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Try some of my celebratory New Years’ recipes. From breads made with champagne yeast like champagne brioche to fancy New Year’s brunch recipes like Monte Cristo crepes and good luck soup to can’t-miss appetizers and party snacks like broiled goat cheese crostini and a retro port wine cheeseball, you’ll find lots of ways to celebrate.