The hardest thing about organizing Christmas celebrations isn't the holiday decorating, or figuring out how to wrap the gifts so they look nice. It's planning the dinner menu. It needs to be tasty, and there need to be at least a few festive and hearty sides to go with it. Here, we've compiled our all-time favorite recipes so that you have everything you need to make a family-pleasing meal worth the celebration.
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1
Beef Tenderloin with Roasted Cauliflower Salad
This juicy beef tenderloin is brightened by a tangy cauliflower-pomegranate salad that is sure to satisfy any crowd.
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2
Red Chile and Orange Glazed Turkey
Pro tip: Use a large cooler to brine your turkey. It will free up precious refrigerator space.
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3
Orange and Cumin Leg of Lamb with Roasted Tomatoes and Garlic
This roast is simple but bright, with grape tomatoes, garlic, cumin, and orange working to create a subtle Mediterranean feel. Although it serves eight, you'll definitely have leftovers—which will make for amazing sandwiches.
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4
Apricot-Stuffed Pork Loin
Seasonal apricots add a touch of sweetness to this hearty winter dish.
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5
Deep-Fried Turkey
Take a cue from both British and Southern traditions: serve up a Christmas turkey, but get it gorgeously crisp and tender. Though this deep fryer recipe takes a little work, the tasty results are well worth it.
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6
Citrus-Roasted Salmon
For a lighter take on Christmas dinner, this rich, succulent salmon fillet is full of seasonal citrusy goodness, and opulent enough to feel fully festive.
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7
Horseradish–Sour Cream Mashed Potatoes
Mashed potatoes are a must-have side dish at any feast. But the bright, peppery flavor of fresh horseradish takes them to a new level.
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8
Roasted Mushrooms and Radicchio
Give this simple salad a try. The earthy mushrooms pair incredibly well with the bitter radicchio, tempered in a balsamic vinaigrette.
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9
Sweet Potato Casserole with Homemade Marshmallow
Everyone's favorite side dish is a must-have on your Christmas dinner table. Don't forget to broil it before serving to get that beautiful browned top.
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10
White Wine and Rosemary Gravy
This aromatic gravy is perfect to drizzle all over your turkey, mashed potatoes, vegetables, and anything else you see fit!
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11
Corn Salad with Bacon and Honey
Deck out your plain dish of corn with chopped up pieces of crispy bacon and a drizzle of honey.
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12
Nancy Fuller's Pecan Slab Pie
Why make two pecan pies when you can just make this easy pecan slab pie that'll feed 16 people?
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13
Broccoli and Cauliflower Gratin
Yes, you have to include vegetables in your dinner spread—but why not load them up with cheesy, creamy goodness? Everyone will be singing your praises.
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14
Parker House Rolls
No dinner table is complete without fresh-baked dinner rolls— especially this recipe that guarantees a fluffy, warm center.
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15
Scalloped Oysters
Switch things up this Christmas with these scalloped oysters, baked with leeks, plenty of butter, and topped with Saltine crackers.
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16
Fresh Herb Stuffing
If you're short on time, this stuffing is a great solution. From start to finish, it takes under an hour to make—which means the quicker you get to eat it.
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17
Fruit and Nut Trifle
Take a break from cookies and pies with this old-fashioned trifle, complete with rich custard and soft sponge cake.
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18
Pecan Snowflake Cookies
Dust these delicious pecan cookies with powdered sugar to make them look like actual snowflakes.
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19
Herbed Cheese Ball
Your appetizer table needs this cheese ball packed with flavorful herbs and coated in crunchy pine nuts.
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20
Cheddar Holly Crackers
Wow your guests with these homemade crackers that are perfect for dips, cheese platters, or just eating on their own!