For those who appreciate traditional flavors, this recipe for Pepperidge Farm's ginger man cookies marries molasses and a mix of warming spices to create a stand-out...
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Christmas
While most holidays have some special foods attached to them, Christmas seems to have the most variety. It's probably because Christmas is celebrated in so many ways leading up to the actually holiday - and it usually involves food. No matter how you celebrate at the holidays, we hope that these recipes will make things just a little extra festive for you and your family.
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celebrating the holidays
Office, school, or just celebrating "the holidays" with friends. These parties often involve festive drinks like wassail or hot buttered rum. Cookies are another huge part of Christmas. It seems like everyone has their favorite kinds that they make year after year: shortbread, candy cane cookies, cathedral windows, cherry winks, mincemeat and more
christmas dinner
The actual Christmas feast can include a day-long feeding frenzy from a family brunch to dessert after dinner. Some traditional dinner foods include prime rib, turkey, goose, or ham. The side dishes often are similar to those served at Thanksgiving and include sweet potatoes, green beans, or stuffing.
Pepperidge Farm Ginger Man Cookies
Reindeer Belly Buttons
Made with red and green candy-covered chocolate pieces, pretzel rings, chocolate kisses
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Cut-Out Sugar Cookies with Butter Icing
These simple iced sugar cookies are perfect for cutting up and decorating to your heart's content.
Method: oven
Time: 2-5 hours
Classic Prime Rib
The key to this classic recipe prime rib is a thorough browning in the pan for a wonderfully seared outer crust before oven-roasting to perfection. Flawless.
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Slow Cooker Christmas Wassail
A citrus wassail with light spice flavors. It's made with apple cider, pineapple juice, orange juice, cloves, and cinnamon sticks.
Method: crock pot
Time: 1-2 hours
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Snowflake Popcorn
Everything is better with sprinkles! Popcorn is coated with melted marshmallow cream and covered in red and green candy sprinkles.
Method: oven, microwave
Time: under 30 minutes
Prime Rib With Yorkshire Pudding
A truly English affair. Yorkshire pudding cups are a perfect match for thick-cut prime rib doused in rich gravy.
Method: oven
Time: 2-5 hours
Wassail with Tea
Break out the mugs and make this hot, spiced, fruity tea. The combo of sweet cranberry juice with cinnamon, cloves and oranges makes the coldest winter day feel just a little warmer.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Cathedral Windows
Made with margarine, chocolate chips, chopped walnuts, colored mini marshmallows, grated coconut
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Stained Glass Cookies
Made with salt, baking powder, Lifesavers candy, sugar, shortening or butter, vanilla extract, eggs, flour
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Low Calorie Eggnog
This eggnog won't linger on your hips! It's made with skim milk to cut calories and uses a sugar substitute and vanilla extract to add sweetness.
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Thick And Creamy Eggnog
Eggs, sugar, cream, and bourbon are all it takes to make this creamy holiday classic. Some nutmeg and a cinnamon stick stirrer complete the magic.
Time: 30-60 minutes
Candy Cane Ice Cream
A quick and easy Christmas dessert. Just mix softened vanilla ice cream, peppermint extract, and crushed candy canes together and refreeze.
Method: microwave
Time: 1-2 hours
Non-Alcoholic Eggnog
This is a delicious non-alcoholic version of the classic recipe. It starts with a cooked custard-style base made with eggs, sugar, and milk.
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Holiday Wassail
This festive wassail blends the sweetness of apricots with the tang of pineapple, plus apple and orange juices. All spiced with cloves and cinnamon. Perfect for family gatherings or...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Christmas Pizza
You won't find this pizza under your tree, but it does have a Christmas tree on it. This colorful pizza is fast, easy and fun to make with the kids!
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Gingerbread House
Building a gingerbread house with the whole family is a great way to create lasting memories. The recipe provides very detailed instructions on every step.
Method: oven
Time: over 5 hours
Christmas Tree Tostadas
A perfect Christmas snack! Flour tortillas are cut into Christmas tree shapes and topped with taco meat and decorated with tomato, bell pepper, olives, and monterey jack cheese.
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Rudolph Sandwiches
Take your PB&J game to the next level with Rudolph sandwiches that will make you the envy of the lunch table.
Time: under 30 minutes
Eggless Eggnog
Nog, aka eggless eggnog, is a heavenly holiday treat. Pudding mix and vanilla ice cream are the secrets to the recipe
Time: 30-60 minutes
Magic Reindeer Food
Let the kids mix together oatmeal, sugar, and colored sugar crystals and sprinkle it on the ground outside to help the reindeer guide Santa's sleigh to your house.
Time: under 30 minutes
Christmas Eggnog
Embrace the festive spirit of the holidays with this classic Christmas eggnog. A creamy concoction of eggs, milk, and a touch of spirited brandy and rum, this drink is both...
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
English Cream Toffee
This English cream toffee recipe is a sweet throwback with a homemade twist. Perfect for when you need a little nostalgia with your sugar rush.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Easy Brown Sugar Toffee
This brown sugar toffee is like a little square of heaven. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth or impressing guests with your candy-making skills.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Potatis Korv (Swedish Christmas Sausage)
Sausage and potatoes are a great pairing to begin with, so why not put shredded potatoes right in the sausage?
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
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