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Christmas

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.



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recipe for potatis korv (swedish christmas sausage)

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

recipe for copycat caribou coffee's hot apple blast

Copycat Caribou Coffee's Hot Apple Blast

Thought hot apple cider was good already? It may be, but throwing in caramel and cinnamon syrups a la Caribou makes it simply fabulous.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for 7 bone standing rib

7 Bone Standing Rib

Prime rib is a prime choice for an impressive dinner. This recipe uses a peppercorn-garlic rub with rosemary and basil to give the rib an herby seared crust.

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for ginger glazed carrots

Ginger Glazed Carrots

Ginger glazed carrots are a delicious and easy way to add some extra flavor to your side dish. This dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or holiday meal.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for pink cotton candy cherry fluff salad

Pink Cotton Candy Cherry Fluff Salad

This perky pink dessert is always a favorite of kids and grownups. It uses a combination of cherry and strawberry pie fillings but you can use all of one flavor if...


Time:   1-2 hours

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recipe for brown sugar-glazed carrots

Brown Sugar-Glazed Carrots

Simple but delicious! Carrots are glazed with brown sugar, butter, and orange peel.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for marinated prime rib

Marinated Prime Rib

With a marinade of red wine, Worcestershire and herbs, this mouthwatering main course tastes even better than it sounds.

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for slow cooker colonial hot buttered rum

Slow Cooker Colonial Hot Buttered Rum

A classic holiday drink made in the crock pot. This version of hot buttered rum is made with brown sugar, butter, cinnamon sticks, cloves, nutmeg, rum, and topped...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for easy shortbread

Easy Shortbread

Butter, sugar, flour...if you think you can't bake desserts, this shortbread is here to prove you wrong. It's a great base recipe to turn into all sorts of shortbread flavors or...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for no bake fruit cake

No Bake Fruit Cake

A holiday favorite that doesn't require the oven. This is also known as an ice box cake, made with wafer cookies, sweetened condensed milk, coconut, fruit, and nuts.


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for lena's buttery rum balls

Lena's Buttery Rum Balls

With creamy butter, crunchy nuts, and just the right amount of rum, these bite-sized rum balls are perfect for sharing or enjoying solo.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for hard rock cinnamon candy

Hard Rock Cinnamon Candy

Try your hand at candy making with this simple recipe. Cook sugar, corn syrup and water to the hard-crack stage, then add in cinnamon oil for flavor and red food coloring.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for pistachio-coconut cookies

Pistachio-Coconut Cookies

Easy cake mix cookies that are the perfect sweet treat

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for copycat starbucks' caramel apple cider

Copycat Starbucks' Caramel Apple Cider

Make your own version of the popular drink from Starbucks made with apple juice, cinnamon syrup, whipped cream, and caramel syrup.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for vegan tom & jerry cocktail

Vegan Tom & Jerry Cocktail

Thanks to some Silk Nog, this creamy holiday treat is going vegan. Splashes of rum and brandy along with cinnamon and nutmeg make this cocktail a splendid choice for those...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for double chocolate cherry bourbon balls

Double Chocolate Cherry Bourbon Balls

These little chocolate balls have a little kick of Bourbon while satisfying your sweet tooth.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for dolly parton's christmas sugar cookies

Dolly Parton's Christmas Sugar Cookies

The famous country singer has another talent - baking! These simple cut-out cookies are perfect for holiday baking or any occasion.

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for clementine cake

Clementine Cake

Made with eggs, orange liqueur, clementine, icing sugar, clementines, sugar, butter

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for pecan green beans

Pecan Green Beans

Nutty and buttery, these green beans are a perfect holiday side dish

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for austrian christmas gebackener karpfen

Austrian Christmas Gebackener Karpfen

Made with lemon, carp fillets, salt, flour, bread crumbs, eggs, shortening

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for cinnamon wassail

Cinnamon Wassail

You can't go wrong with hot apple cider on a cold night, but this mulled wassail made with whole cloves and cinnamon takes it to a new level.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cherry wink cookies

Cherry Wink Cookies

Made with shortening, milk, vanilla extract, eggs, flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, pecans, dates

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for easy pecan cookies

Easy Pecan Cookies

Made with just a few simple ingredients, these pecan cookies come together in just minutes. Pecans add a lovely crunch, while the brown sugar gives the cookies a beautiful caramel...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for christmas fragrance

Christmas Fragrance

Get into the holiday spirit with this simple recipe. Simmer cloves, cinnamon sticks, and nutmeg in water on the stove for a wonderful scent that will fill the house.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for australian traditional christmas cake

Australian Traditional Christmas Cake

The folks down under have a killer take on a Christmas cake. Brandy, lemon zest, warming spices, and raisins make for a deliciously fruity affair.

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for holiday sugar cookies

Holiday Sugar Cookies

Get ready to enjoy some delightful holiday sugar cookies that are both easy to make and endlessly customizable.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for easy chocolate covered cherries

Easy Chocolate Covered Cherries

Chocolate covered cherries are a classic sweet treat. And so easy to make! They are also great for entertaining and gift-giving.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for prime rib baked in rock salt

Prime Rib Baked in Rock Salt

Made with beef rib roast, Worcestershire sauce, seasoned pepper, kosher salt, Italian dressing mix, egg whites, water, beef broth, onion soup mix

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for christmas meatballs

Christmas Meatballs

Meatballs for the holidays? Why not. These cranberry glazed, sweet and savory meatballs will make a great addition to your Christmas spread, or on toothpicks as a festive holiday...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for white wine eggnog

White Wine Eggnog

A unique, warm eggnog made with white wine, lemon, milk, and honey.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for best-ever prime rib

Best-Ever Prime Rib

You can't go wrong with a classic prime rib recipe, and this is one of the best we've ever tried. The key to success is to start with a good quality cut of beef and cook it low and...

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for copycat jack in the box egg nog milk shake

Copycat Jack in the Box Egg Nog Milk Shake

Blend the nostalgia of a classic milkshake with the holiday allure of eggnog, and you've got yourself the ultimate indulgent sipper.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for cherry christmas jam

Cherry Christmas Jam

Get ready to jar up some joy with this cherry Christmas jam. It's a sweet, tangy, and utterly festive addition to your holiday table or as a thoughtful homemade gift.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for red wine wassail

Red Wine Wassail

Red wine wassail is the perfect drink for a cold winter night. It's warm, sweet, and packed with flavor. This holiday drink is sure to spice up any party.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for diabetic holiday eggnog

Diabetic Holiday Eggnog

This eggnog recipe is a great way to enjoy the classic festive favorite without all of the added sugar. The creamy texture and warm spices give it an inviting flavor that...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for hot spiced wassail

Hot Spiced Wassail

Treat yourself to the warmth and comfort of your favorite holiday drink year round with this recipe. The spice combination brings depth, while still perfectly balancing sweetness

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chocolate fudge truffles

Chocolate Fudge Truffles

Is there any dessert bite better than a rich, cocoa-dusted chocolate truffle? These truffles will send you straight up to chocolate heaven.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for christmas morning cranberry muffins

Christmas Morning Cranberry Muffins

Unwrap the joy of baking with these Christmas morning cranberry muffins. They're like little gifts of flavor, bursting with cranberries and a hint of orange...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for jingle bell fudge

Jingle Bell Fudge

This fudge is all the rage at the holidays. Sweet butterscotch and rich peanut butter mixed together and topped with chopped walnuts make a perfect treat for Santa.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cranberry macadamia cookies

Cranberry Macadamia Cookies

Made with dried cranberries, sugar, brown sugar, butter, salt, baking soda, eggs, all-purpose flour, macadamia nuts

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for edgar allan poe's baltimore eggnog

Edgar Allan Poe's Baltimore Eggnog

Looking to put a twist on traditional eggnog? Edgar Allan Poe's Baltimore eggnog features an intriguing mix of brandy, rum, and Madeira wine, offering a fun take on a...


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for christmas spice potpourri

Christmas Spice Potpourri

Add a little holiday fragrance with this easy to make recipe for potpourri. The combination of orange and lemon peels, cloves, allspice, cinnamon, and bay leaves will...

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for chocolate rum balls

Chocolate Rum Balls

Powdered sugar coated balls of rum soaked cookies make a great holiday or anytime treat. Try different types of rum for different flavor profiles.


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for austrian christmas weihnachtsbaeckerei

Austrian Christmas Weihnachtsbaeckerei

The name "Weihnachtsbaeckerei" literally translates to Christmas cookies. Bring a little taste of Austria with this traditional holiday baking recipe.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for ultimate sugar cookies

Ultimate Sugar Cookies

A classic, soft sugar cookie recipe. Decorate as desired or simply leave plain (they are that good).

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for christmas breakfast casserole

Christmas Breakfast Casserole

Who needs presents when you have this Christmas breakfast casserole? It's a festive feast of bacon and cheese, guaranteed to make even the Grinchiest morning bright.

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for candy cane bark

Candy Cane Bark

Candy cane bark combines the sweet, rich flavor of white chocolate with the refreshing crunch of candy canes, making it a perfect treat for the holiday season.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for breakfast eggnog

Breakfast Eggnog

This unusual mix of ingredients creates a sweet, creamy drink that can be used as an alternative to the standard breakfast smoothie.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for oreo eggnog

Oreo Eggnog

Eggnog and oreos blended with whipped topping makes a heavenly holiday treat.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for santa's nightcap cocktail

Santa's Nightcap Cocktail

A cheerful cocktail using gin, rum, and maple syrup, topped off with fresh lime juice. Served over ice, it's a fun addition to your holiday drinks.


Time:   under 30 minutes





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