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    Cooking Gorgeous » MSN Posts

    Christmas Eve Supper Ideas

    Published: Dec 17, 2024 by Ayla Clulee · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Whether you’re planning a cozy family meal or a festive spread for guests, this collection of Christmas Eve Supper Ideas is packed with simple and delicious recipes to make the evening feel special. From hearty mains to crowd-pleasing sides and desserts, these dishes are easy to prepare while still bringing a festive touch. With a mix of classic favorites and fresh ideas, you can create a memorable Christmas Eve supper without any stress.

    Salmon Quiche

    salmon quiche with spinach
    Ayla Clulee

    Salmon and Spinach Quiche is a light, creamy, and indulgent treat that is perfect for a delicious breakfast, brunch, lunch, or a light dinner. 

    This flavorsome quiche features a buttery homemade pastry crust, and a creamy egg base scattered with fresh spinach and salmon filling. It is very straightforward to make at home with simple ingredients, and impressive enough to wow your guests!

    To learn more: Salmon and Spinach Quiche

    Steak Pie

    steak and mushroom pie recipe
    Ayla Clulee

    This delicious “lid only” Steak Pie is a quintessentially British dish made of slow-cooked beef and topped with flaky golden shortcrust pastry. It is the ultimate comfort food for cold winter nights when paired with some Pomme Purée (Creamy Mashed Potatoes) on the side.

    To learn more: Steak Pie

    Braised Beef Cheeks

    braised beef cheeks served with mashed potatoes
    Ayla Clulee

    Slow Braised Beef Cheeks in red wine is a flavourful, rich, and comforting dish that is elegant enough to serve for a dinner party and easy enough for a mid-week meal. 

    This melt-in-the-mouth stew is best when served with Pomme Puree - Creamy Mashed Potatoes or buttery Turkish Rice (Sehriyeli Pilav) and sautéed green vegetables.

    To learn more: Braised Beef Cheeks

    Fish Pie with Leeks

    fish pie served with broccoli sprouts
    Ayla Clulee

    This Easy Fish Pie Recipe With Leeks is perfect for you if you love fish and you are a big fan of a Cottage Pie or any other pot pie. 

    It is the ultimate British comfort food made with chunky pieces of fish, leeks, peas, and aromatic fresh herbs in a creamy white sauce, topped with fluffy and cheesy mashed potatoes.

    To learn more: Easy Fish Pie With Leeks

    Lasagna

    Ayla Clulee

    This is the Best ever Homemade Lasagna Recipe that doesn't require any ricotta or cottage cheese. 

    It is made with layers of tomatoey meat sauce, precooked lasagna sheets, and béchamel sauce topped with a mixture of cheddar, parmesan, and mozzarella cheese.

    To learn more: Best Lasagna Recipe Without Ricotta Cheese

    Baked Shrimp Casserole

    baked shrimp served with salad and crusty bread
    Ayla Clulee

    Cheesy Baked Shrimp (Karides Guvec) is a delicious Turkish dish usually served as an appetizer or a hot meze in seafood restaurants. 

    It is made of fresh plump prawns cooked in a garlicky tomato & mushroom sauce and then topped with cheese.

    To learn more: Cheesy Baked Shrimp (Karides Guvec)

    Mince Beef and Onion Pie

    Ayla Clulee

    Mince Beef and Onion Pie is a comforting and delicious dish made with minced beef, onions, peppers, and tomatoes filled in a buttery and crispy pastry. It is the perfect dish for weeknight meals, but also great for a Sunday lunch or special occasions such as Thanksgiving or Christmas.

    To learn more: Mince Beef and Onion Pie

    Lamb Ragu

    a bowl of slow cooked lamb ragu mixed with pasta
    Ayla Clulee

    This authentic Italian Braised Lamb Ragu recipe is super easy to make and packed with flavors everyone will love. 

    It is rich, hearty, and meaty-ultimate comfort food for lazy weekends or special occasions such as Christmas, Thanksgiving, or Easter.

    To learn more: Braised Lamb Ragu

    Mushroom Pie

    Mushroom and leek pie
    Ayla Clulee

    A creamy mixture of leeks and mushrooms topped with a crispy, golden handmade pie crust. 

    This vegetarian Mushroom and Leek Pie Recipe is great when you need a meatless main meal that even the most meat-lovers will enjoy. 

    To learn more: Mushroom and Leek Pie Recipe

    Oven Baked Cod

    serve it with homemade tartar sauce and chips
    Ayla Clulee

    Crispy Oven Baked Cod With Panko and Parmesan is an easy 20-minute dinner, ideal for busy weeknights. 

    This Baked Cod dish is made with a light and flaky cod fillet topped with a buttery crispy parmesan & panko crust and then oven-baked until golden brown.

    To learn more: Baked Cod With Panko

    Thai Fish Cakes

    thai fish cakes and mango salad
    Ayla Clulee

    Thai Fish Cakes (or Tod Mun Pla) are a popular street food/appetizer that pairs perfectly with Thai Style Tomato Chili Jam and a bowl of Spicy Thai Mango Salad. 

    They are packed with traditional Thai flavors such as Thai red curry paste, fish sauce, fresh lemon grass, kaffir lime leaves, chilies, and coriander leaves.

    To learn more: Thai Fish Cakes - Tod Mun Pla

    Individual Salmon en Croute

    salmon en croute cut in half
    Ayla Clulee

    Individual Salmon en Croute (or Salmon Wellington) is a classic French gourmet dish made with fresh salmon, spinach, and cream cheese wrapped in buttery and flaky puff pastry. 

    Ready in just 40 minutes, this delicious salmon dish will be a family favorite that you will want to make again and again!

    To learn more: Individual Salmon en Croute

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