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What is a traditional Christmas dinner menu?
A traditional Christmas dinner is very similar to Thanksgiving and consists of roast turkey, turkey stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, dinner rolls, cranberry sauce and pies such as apple or pumpkin. Other non-traditional main dish favorites are ham, roast beef or lasagna.
What are the top 10 Christmas dinner foods?
Top 10 Christmas Dinner RecipesClassic Bread Stuffing.Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Pecans.Pillsbury™ Tourtière.Roasted Rosemary-Onion Potatoes.Crispy-Coated Lemon-Pepper Salmon.Perfect Apple Pie.Simple Cranberry Sauce.Slow Cooker Wild Rice with Cranberries.More items...
What food is served for Christmas dinner?
32 Best Christmas Dinner Recipe CollectionMaple Glazed Ham.Stuffing.Oven-Roasted Turkey.Cranberry Apple Pork Chops.Roasted Parmesan Potatoes.Beef Brisket.Roasted Butternut Squash Parmesan.Potato Leek Soup.More items...•
What is the most popular food for Christmas dinner?
The Most Popular Christmas Dishes The #1 pick is roast potatoes, with a win percentage of 76%. Mashed potatoes came in second (75%), and turkey was third (73%)—the only protein in the top five.
What do you cook on Christmas Day?
60 Iconic Christmas Dinner Recipes To Fill Out Your Whole Menu of 63. Perfect Prime Rib. ... of 63. Cranberry Brie Bites. ... of 63. Perfect Mashed Potatoes. ... of 63. Pull-Apart Christmas Tree. ... of 63. Beef Tenderloin. ... of 63. Bûche de Noël. ... of 63. Roasted Red Potatoes. ... of 63. Classic Eggnog.More items...•
What's a good meat for Christmas dinner?
The 5 Meats of Christmas1) Beef Tenderloin. If you love filet mignon, this is the holiday roast for you. ... 2) Crown Roast of Pork. A crown roast is created by taking a bone-in pork loin and assembling it into a circle with the ribs pointed upward. ... 3) Prime Rib. ... 4) Spiral Ham. ... Holiday Short-Cut Rump Roast.
What vegetables go on a Christmas dinner?
Christmas VegetablesPotatoes.Celery.Carrots, Parsnips and Red Onions.Sprouts.Olive oil.Butter.Salt & pepper.Fresh parsley.
What can you make ahead for Christmas dinner?
How to get ahead for ChristmasGet-ahead gravy.Classic mince pies.My Christmas cake.TiramisùSloe gin gravlax.Amazing Yorkies.Pigs in blankets.Meat stuffing.More items...•
What are 3 food items that are popular for Christmas dinner?
Candy Cane can be hung as edible decorations.White Christmas, a sweet slice made of copha and mixed fruit.Cold ham and cold turkey.Seafood and salads.Roast chicken, ham and turkey.Stuffing.Christmas cake or Christmas pudding.Custard.Gingerbread in Christmas shapes.More items...
Stuffed Spiral Ham
This Christmas ham dinner menu tastes as amazing as it looks. The elegant yet easy entree is stuffed with orange slices, rosemary, and garlic, then can be dressed up in your choice of five signature glazes.
Stuffed Pork Loin
Would you rather: spinach and apricots or cherry and wild rice? We have options that feature both so you can customize this pretty pork loin recipe as you like. To save time on Christmas day, prepare the focaccia side and the pork stuffing a day in advance.
Pumpkin Mac and Cheese
Please vegetarians with this cheesy, easy Christmas dinner menu. Rich pumpkin mac casserole alongside buttery roasted sprouts—it’s such a decadent spread that no one will even notice the meat is MIA. Layer the red, white, and green Christmas Trifle in a clear dish ($18, Bed Bath & Beyond) and prepare for rave reviews each and every course.
Chicken-and-Biscuit Pot Pie
If comfort food is one of the items on your holiday wishlist, consider your wish granted by this Southern Christmas dinner menu idea. The cozy single-skillet stovetop casserole takes just about an hour yet tastes like you simmered the pot pie filling all day long.
Coffee-Crusted Beef Tenderloin
Please gluten-free diners with this traditional Christmas dinner menu that includes zero wheat. It certainly won't taste like you're missing a thing, though! The rub on this gorgeous beef tenderloin is packed with flavor: ground coffee, brown sugar, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Marmalade-Glazed Roast Turkey
Give holiday guests a Christmas dinner menu to remember with this top-rated turkey. Stuffed with cherry-cranberry stuffing and resting on a bed of roasted root vegetables, the impressive entree gets a flavor boost from its citrus marmalade glaze. Just add rolls and quick-cooking garlicky green beans for the ultimate Christmas Eve dinner menu.
Petite Beef Wellingtons
Beef tenderloin wrapped in a flaky pastry with mushrooms, shallots, and garlic makes a savory and delicious main course for your traditional Christmas dinner menu. Your guests will rave about this take on the classic French recipe—and won't be able to get enough of the squash and citrus sides, either. (Add a sparkling cocktail to up the ante!)
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Breakfast and Brunch Recipes
Valentine's Day is known for a romantic dinner, some red wine, and a killer dessert. Yet, morning is also a great way to feature some Valentine's Day-themed recipes and dishes, as it will start the day off on a cute, romantic note with your S.O. that will carry on over into the next couple of hours.
Dinner Recipes
If you're searching for a wow-worthy meal to cook for two, then look no further. Rich lobster is the star of these recipes that serve two. They range from succulent Champagne-basted tails to hearty grilled rock lobster.
Appetizer & Snack Recipes
When the action on the playing field heats up, which would you rather do: leap up and cheer or fuss around with plates and cutlery? I thought so. That's why I say the best game-day foods are bite-sized snacks you can easily eat with one hand.
Bread Recipes
Looking for a delicious way to bake with fresh or frozen strawberries? Your search ends here. Strawberries add fruity flavor and vibrant color to these breads and muffins.
Dessert Recipes
When the fourth quarter hits, it's time to put away the dips and snacks and reach for something sweet. Celebrate the win — or drown your sorrows — with these favorite desserts for the Super Bowl. From football-shaped confections to classic fudge brownies and more, these desserts are sure to be crowd pleasers at any watch party.
Drink Recipes
Super Bowl Sunday should be dedicated to big plays and big flavor. Go beyond beer this year with one (or many) of these delicious game day drinks. Whether your watch party calls for a family-friendly punch or spiked cider, you'll find the right fit here. Get ready for the big game with these easy, thirst-quenching heavy hitters.
Tried, True, and Delicious
A freelance journalist and avid home cook, Cathy Jacobs has more than 10 years of food writing experience, with a focus on curating approachable menus and recipe collections.
Cranberry Cocktail Meatballs
These cranberry cocktail meatballs make a fabulous appetizer at traditional Christmas dinner parties. The berry flavor in the sauce mixture adds a tangy, fruity lift that makes these meatballs extra festive. Serve on a platter with toothpicks to serve them as a starter or plate them as a first course at the table for a more elegant presentation.
Marsala Stuffed Mushrooms
Marsala stuffed mushrooms are a delicious, savory appetizer that is ideal for holiday gatherings. The mushrooms are first soaked in Marsala wine before they're stuffed with savory sausage, salty Pecorino cheese, and crunchy seasoned breadcrumbs. You can easily multiply the recipe to serve a big crowd.
Deep-Fried Camembert With Cranberry Sauce
Christmas and cranberries go together like Santa and presents. Here's a decadent holiday appetizer that would make an ideal starter or appetizer at Christmas dinner. Creamy, soft Camembert cheese is cut into wedges, dredged in seasoned flour, and fried until crunchy-on-the-outside and gooey-on-the-inside.
Christmas Goose
Dine on the same meal that Scrooge and the Cratchit family enjoyed in the Charles Dickens classic "A Christmas Carol." Bring a wonderful old-fashioned Christmas tradition to life when you serve a whole roasted Christmas goose. This modern take on a Victorian recipe has you brining the bird overnight to ensure flavorful and moist meat.
Honey Glazed Ham
For your Christmas dinner, this mouthwatering recipe for honey glazed ham is simply spectacular. Baked ham is a holiday favorite that's great for slicing and serving to a crowd. Here, the meat is coated with a rich and thick caramelized glaze, spiced with cardamom, cloves, and pepper.
Toffee Eggnog
Eggnog is a Christmas holiday essential. The sweet taste of toffee is the perfect way to dress up the drink this holiday season. You can serve this toffee eggnog recipe with or without alcohol. Try garnishing it with crushed toffee candy or broken Skor bars, for an extra-special holiday treat.
Ultimate Southern Christmas Dinner
The holidays are a perfect time to satisfy your down-home, comfort food cravings. This scrumptious collection of dishes highlights Southern classics like Giblet Gravy, Cornbread-Biscuit Dressing, and Swiss-Squash Casserole.
Sit Down For a Wintery Feast
This hearty midwinter's meal showcases the bounty of the season and pairs especially well with a crackling fire.
Easy and Elegant Holiday Menu
Impress guests and delight family with an elegant menu that's a breeze to cook.
Home-Cooked Classic Holiday Menu
Cozy classics cooked to perfection turn a good holiday meal into perfection.
An Elegant Holiday Dinner Menu
The highlight of this year's Christmas menu features a dazzling beef tenderloin and new favorites you'll crave year after year.
Celebrate Christmas in Style
Give the holidays extra sparkle with dressed-up recipes and beautiful crafts that show off the season's best.
Quick and Easy Christmas Dinner
Enjoy this delicious array of no-fuss holiday dishes that will add sparkle to your table this season.
Tis the Season for Delicious Traditions
A freelance journalist and avid home cook, Cathy Jacobs has more than 10 years of food writing experience, with a focus on curating approachable menus and recipe collections.
Smoked Salmon Crostini
Smoked salmon crostini is a fantastic appetizer at Christmas celebrations, but can also be a dish you serve during the morning-after brunch. Use baguette, ricotta, herbs, and good quality smoked salmon to make these open-faced bites.
Spinach and Artichoke Dip
This warm dip is a great option to occupy your guests' appetites while you're finishing up dinner. Tangy and creamy, our dip has cream cheese, mayo, Cheddar and Parmesan – it's a really decadent appetizer. Soft onion and aromatic garlic go into the filling, and vibrant green spinach and artichoke give texture and color.
Duck Liver Pâté
Duck liver pâté is an elegant addition to your holiday table, and its richness and creaminess go really well with wine and liquors during cocktail hour. Use duck liver in place of foie gras, or go for chicken liver if that's what you can easily get.
Cheese Ball with Pecans
Cheddar and cream cheese are the base for this decorative – and tasty – party appetizer. Plan ahead, as this cheese ball needs at least 24 hours in the fridge to set. Replace Cheddar with a different cheese in the same proportions and experiment with other flavors if you're into sharper types of cheeses. Goat or blue cheese are other great choices.
Cranberry Brie Bites
Bite-sized Brie and cranberry puffs are wonderful appetizers for your parties, and they can be easily transported if you need to contribute a dish to a Christmas party.
Prime Rib Roast
Serving prime rib is such a treat for your guests, and that's why nailing the right cooking method is always important. You don't want to ruin such a delicious and expensive cut of meat! Our close oven technique is the best way of guaranteeing a medium-rare, juicy inside and crusty outside.
