How to make the perfect Christmas dinner?
How to cook the perfect Christmas dinner
- Turkey and gravy. Thanks to a national fondness for tradition, turkey remains the centrepiece of most festive celebrations in this country, despite its reputation for tinder-dry blandness.
- Sage and onion stuffing. Felicity’s perfect Christmas stuffing. ...
- Cranberry sauce. ...
- Bread sauce. ...
- Roast potatoes. ...
- Brussels sprouts. ...
- Mince pies. ...
- Brandy butter. ...
What are the best Christmas dinner ideas?
Unique Christmas Dinner Ideas
- Crab Legs: Crab legs are a festive way to celebrate the holidays. ...
- Boneless Prime Rib Roast: Tender and juicy meat is what you’ll get with this boneless prime rib. ...
- Pull-Apart Christmas Tree: It’s a festive treat that’s perfect for any holiday party. ...
What is the perfect Christmas dinner menu?
Let’s Talk Prep:
- Marinated Olives: These can be prepped 2 days ahead of time. ...
- Baked Brie: This can be made a few days ahead of time too. ...
- Butternut Squash Soup: This can be prepped entirely ahead of time. ...
- Winter Greens Salad: this is best made day of! ...
- Sautéed Brussels Sprouts: Best made day of!! ...
- Green Beans: this recipe is super simple and best done day of! ...
What is considered a traditional Christmas dinner?
What is considered a traditional Christmas dinner? Traditional Christmas dinner features turkey with stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, cranberry sauce, and vegetables such as carrots, turnip, parsnips, etc. Other types of poultry, roast beef, or ham are also used.
What is a normal Christmas dinner?
Traditional Christmas dinner features turkey with stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, cranberry sauce, and vegetables. Other types of poultry, roast beef, or ham, are also used. Pumpkin or apple pie, raisin pudding, Christmas pudding, or fruitcake are staples for dessert.
What should be on Christmas dinner menu?
70 Best Christmas Dinner Menu Ideas for an Unforgettable Holiday... of 70. Bacon-Wrapped Turkey. ... of 70. Easy Baked Brie. ... of 70. Cauliflower Gratin. ... of 70. Bacon-Wrapped Scallops. ... of 70. French 75 Cocktail. ... of 70. Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Preserves. ... of 70. Cocktail Meatballs. ... of 70. Duchess Potatoes.More items...•
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 is the most popular dinner for Christmas?
The Northeast is especially likely to enjoy the Italian main dish, lasagna (79% vs 61% of all Americans) or Christmas ham (72% vs 62%). Those residing in the Northeast also enjoy fruit salad (69% vs 55%), squash (55% vs 42%), and beans and rice (53% vs 43%) more than the rest of the country.
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 traditional Christmas foods?
Traditional Christmas Food, Ranked From Best-Ever to WorstChocolate and Peppermint. Peppermint bark. ... Sugar Cookies. At my house, it just isn't Christmas until we roll out my great grandma's cut-out cookies. ... Sticky Toffee Pudding. ... Brie Cheese. ... Gingerbread. ... Roast Beef Tenderloin. ... Chocolate Bark. ... Sweet Potatoes.More items...•
What is the most popular meat for Christmas?
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 should I cook for Christmas?
Looks festive, easy to make, exceptional flavour!Juicy Slow Cooker Turkey Breast.Rosemary Crumbed Rack of Lamb.Baked Parmesan Crusted Salmon with Lemon Cream Sauce.Juicy Roast Turkey.Christmas Mains.Christmas Baked Salmon: Easy & Make-ahead.Maple Glazed Ham.Pork Roast with Crispy Crackling.More items...•
What should I cook for Christmas?
Looks festive, easy to make, exceptional flavour!Juicy Slow Cooker Turkey Breast.Rosemary Crumbed Rack of Lamb.Baked Parmesan Crusted Salmon with Lemon Cream Sauce.Juicy Roast Turkey.Christmas Mains.Christmas Baked Salmon: Easy & Make-ahead.Maple Glazed Ham.Pork Roast with Crispy Crackling.More items...•
What is a traditional Christmas?
Popular customs include exchanging gifts, decorating Christmas trees, attending church, sharing meals with family and friends and, of course, waiting for Santa Claus to arrive.
What are some fun Christmas activities?
Just choose your favorite from those below or use them to inspire an idea all your own.Take a Holiday Card Photo.Visit A Christmas Tree Farm.Decorate a Gingerbread House.Bake Unique Christmas Cookies.Plan a Family Photoshoot.Host A Holiday Game Night.Host a Christmas Craft Party.Write Letters to Santa.More items...•
For a simple holiday spread, check out these easy Christmas dinner ideas. Find tasty recipes for mains, sides and apps
For a simple holiday spread, check out these easy Christmas dinner ideas. Find tasty recipes for mains, sides and apps.
Christmas Meatballs
Cranberry sauce and brown sugar create a tangy glaze for moist meatballs that are good Christmas appetizers or Christmas dinner ideas. We love them so much, I prepare them year-round. —Joyce Bentley, Redlands, California
Spiral Ham with Cranberry Glaze
The sweet, tangy glaze that complements this ham looks so pretty, and the cranberry flavor pairs well with the meat. It’s been a tradition in my home for as long as I can remember. —Pattie Prescott, Manchester, New Hampshire
Triple-Cheese Broccoli Puff
This rich-tasting souffle is always on our Christmas morning menu. Like any puffy souffle, it settles a bit after you remove the dish from the oven, but the pretty golden top is very attractive. I often add some cubed ham. —Maryellen Hays, Wolcottville, Indiana
Cheddar Seafood Chowder
Shrimp and scallops make this thick, cheesy and chunky chowder extra special. It’s packed with veggies, and the crispy bacon makes a yummy garnish. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Buttery Mashed Potatoes
These creamy, buttery mashed potatoes use simple ingredients. The tricks are to use Yukon Gold potatoes and then to warm the cream and butter before adding them to the potatoes. —Rashanda Cobbins, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Quick Green Beans with Bacon
Green beans with bacon and onions makes such an easy side dish. Fresh beans lend a crisp, bright flavor to any meal. They're best when served hot. —Mari Anne Warren, Milton, Wisconsin
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Mini desserts put the perfect finishing touch on a Valentine's Day meal and are guaranteed to leave a lasting impression.
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.
1. Chef John's Perfect Prime Rib
The key to a perfect prime rib is not a ton of spices, sauces, or flavors, but how you cook it. Most of the work in this recipe happens during "carry-over cooking" when the oven is turned off! This means you only need to have the oven on for about 20 minutes, then you let residual heat work its magic.
2. Honey Glazed Ham
Ham is a Christmas tradition, and for good reason: sweet, crackling skin and juicy, tender meat. You can baste the ham as it warms in the oven and while you're working on the rest of your Christmas meal. Recipe contributor Colleen B. Smith buys her ham pre-sliced to make serving even easier. Get the recipe.
3. Slow Cooker Herbed Turkey Breast
If you don't want to bother with cooking the whole bird and spending hours using the oven, whip out your slow cooker for this easy showstopper turkey recipe. Turkey breast is covered in fresh herbs and a generous splash of white wine, and the slow cooker does the rest of the work.
4. Simple Savory Pork Roast
A simple combination of fresh and dried herbs and savory spices, this roast may be simple to prepare, but it is a showstopper on the holiday table. For a crunchy crust, TRACYCOOK rubs her roast with a little bit of olive oil before adding the spices, and makes sure the roast is at room temperature before roasting. Get the recipe.
5. Stuffed Acorn Squash
If you're planning a vegetarian dinner for the whole gang or just a few non-meat eater friends, this elegant and colorful dish will wow everyone. Prepared bread stuffing makes it easy to prepare, and make sure to swap out the chicken stock with vegetable broth.
Company Steak with Bearnaise Butter
"This Bearnaise butter will be a very welcome addition to my steaks from now on. I love the tarragon and shallot flavor combination, and when it slowly melts over a steak it is wonderful!"
Gordon Ramsay's Beef Wellington
"An amazing dish—perfect for an elegant dinner party, or perhaps a sophisticated holiday feast!"
Simple Pineapple Sauce for Ham
"I made this sauce for supper tonight and it was delicious with our baked ham. I used my wand blender to emulsify the sauce leaving a few chunky pieces for texture. Very easy to make and tastes great!"
Honey-Roasted Pork Loin
"I was looking for a new way to cook pork loin — this is it! We loved it. I added garlic and used rosemary instead of thyme."
Gingersnap Crusted Ham
"The gingersnaps add a lovely, spicy sweetness to the ham. It totally works and isn't overpowering at all!"
Ham in Coca Cola
"Wonderful way to make ham! I used a smoked pork shoulder and simmered it away for the afternoon in the cola."
Easy Cornish Game Hens
"This recipe is very easy and delicious! I made it even easier by not cutting the hens in half, and I cooked two hens — one for now and one for later."
1. Baked Brie Bites
Start your dinner menu off with a bang! These appetizers are crisp, buttery, and downright addictive.
2. Maple Glazed Ham
Serving ham for your main course? Don’t settle for store-bought! Make it yourself and your loved ones will surely feel extra loved this Christmas.
3. Stuffing
No Christmas dinner menu is complete without the sides! This stuffing is fully loaded with walnuts, apricots, cranberries, onions, mushrooms, and celery.
4. Oven-Roasted Turkey
We can’t talk about stuffing without mentioning our favorite holiday bird. If you’re serving turkey for Christmas, this recipe is all you’ll need.
5. Cranberry Apple Pork Chops
Tender, juicy pork chops are seasoned perfectly and topped with apples, cranberries, pecans, and walnuts. That’s what I call the ultimate feast!
6. Roasted Parmesan Potatoes
These legendary potatoes are crisp on the outside, soft on the inside, and rich and buttery all over. They’re a must-have on the Christmas table, as everyone loves potatoes!
7. Beef Brisket
Succulent, fork tender beef is smothered with a sweet and smoky barbecue sauce. Talk about drool-worthy!
Dishes to make your intimate gathering merry and bright
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.
Pear and Greens Salad
Winter is the ideal season to add sweet, seasonal pears to a salad. Impress your Christmas dinner guests with this restaurant-style salad that is easy to toss together before the meal. You'll love the combination of tender and slightly bitter greens with a sweet celery seed dressing, tart and juicy pears, salty blue cheese, and toasted walnuts.
Vegetarian and Vegan Roasted Chestnut Soup
You won't give a thought to Jack Frost nipping at your nose when you tuck into this warming roasted chestnut soup. It's suitable for vegan and vegetarian guests and makes a great starter for the holiday meal.
Smoked Salmon Crostini
Simple, bright, and salty smoked salmon crostini is an easy way to impress at holiday time. You need only a few ingredients for this beautiful appetizer that is a great way to use up a going-stale baguette. You can toast the bread slices and prep the ricotta mixture a few days ahead for last-minute assembly when you're ready to serve.
Simple Orange-Glazed Pork Roast
This succulent, fork-tender orange-glazed pork loin is so easy to prepare for Christmas dinner. Just sprinkle on salt and pepper, brush with a simple glaze, and roast until done. You need just four ingredients for a savory pork roast that goes great with all your favorite holiday sides .
French Baked Ham With Spiced Apples and Pears
Adorned with beautiful, caramelized orchard fruits, this maple-glazed, browned, baked ham with spiced apples and pears is the essence of Christmas food. The aroma of the sweet, smoky, salty, and spicy meat baking is truly intoxicating. You'll also get lots of yummy leftovers to use in sandwiches, ham and bean soup, and casseroles.
Roasted Rack of Lamb
This roasted rack of lamb with a classic Dijon, herb, and breadcrumb crust is an impressive entrée for your holiday meal. It is also quick to cook and surprisingly easy to make at home. Ask your butcher for frenched lamb rib roasts, which you can sear whole to seal in juices before crusting and roasting them in the oven.
Planning a traditional Christmas dinner? These mouthwatering recipes will be the highlight of the season
Planning a traditional Christmas dinner? These mouthwatering recipes will be the highlight of the season.
Baked Ham with Pineapple
I first learned the technique for cooking pineapple ham for a themed dinner my husband and I hosted. Since it was widely known as the symbol of hospitality, pineapple was the star ingredient on our menu and on this lovely baked ham. —JoAnn Fox, Johnson City, Tennessee
Horseradish-Encrusted Beef Tenderloin
Wow friends and family with this tender beef encased in a golden horseradish crust. Roasted garlic boosts the robust flavor even more. —Laura Bagozzi, Dublin, Ohio
Duo Tater Bake
I made this creamy and comforting potato dish for Thanksgiving and it was a winner with my family. They said to be sure to include it at every holiday dinner. It's a keeper! —Joan McCulloch, Abbotsford, British Columbia
Holiday Tortellini Soup
Hearty and full of flavor, this holiday tortellini soup freezes well if you want to make it ahead or have leftovers to save for another day. —Michelle Goggins, Cedarburg, Wisconsin
Honey-Glazed Turkey
Even during the holidays, my husband wouldn't eat turkey...until I tried this recipe. Now, he loves it! The sweet and spicy turkey glaze gives the bird a wonderful flavor. —Mary Smolka, Spring Grove, Illinois
Holiday Herb-Cheese Rolls
These low-fat hot rolls are flavored with garlic, dill and cheese—they’re yummy even without butter! Or stuff with your favorite fixings for mini sandwiches. —NANCY BOYD, MIDLOTHIAN, VIRGINIA
