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    Cooking Gorgeous » MSN Posts

    Christmas Recipes and Food Ideas

    Published: Nov 28, 2024 by Ayla Clulee · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Treat your loved ones with this collection of the most delicious Christmas recipes and food ideas, perfect for impressing a crowd. From classic roast turkey with all the trimmings to festive desserts and flavorful side dishes, these recipes will make planning your Christmas feast easier and more enjoyable.

    Roast Turkey

    Perfect Roast Turkey Recipe - Easy Method from the side
    Ayla Clulee

    Whether it's Thanksgiving or Christmas, all you need is this Perfectly Roasted Turkey Recipe cooked the easy way. 

    This foolproof recipe requires minimal preparation and is ideal for serving at large gatherings to impress family and friends. 

    To learn more: Perfect Roast Turkey Recipe - Easy Method

    Duck Fat Roast Potatoes

    potatoes roasted in duck fat
    Ayla Clulee

    These amazing Duck Fat Roasted Potatoes are extremely delicious with the most crispy skin and a fluffy & creamy inside. 

    They are the most essential side dish of any roast meal whether it is a Christmas Dinner, Easter, or a Sunday Lunch.

    To learn more: Duck Fat Roasted Potatoes

    Bulgarian Christmas Bread - Pitka

    koledna pitka bread recipe
    Ayla Clulee

    Baking Bulgarian Pitka Bread (Koledna Pitka) is a tradition in Bulgaria during the festive Christmas period. 

    Just like Homemade Sourdough Dinner Rolls and Japanese Hokkaido Milk Bread, it is a pull-apart, tear-and-share type of bread and it's a great treat for every special occasion. 

    To learn more: Pitka (Bulgarian Christmas Bread)

    Potatoes au Gratin

    a slice of potatoes au gratin
    Ayla Clulee

    Dauphinoise Potatoes, also referred to as Potatoes au Gratin, are a classic French dish consisting of thinly sliced potatoes cooked in cream and topped with nutty Gruyère cheese.

    They are luxuriously rich, wonderfully tender, and incredibly delicious.

    To learn more: Potatoes au Gratin - Dauphinoise Potatoes

    Cauliflower Cheese

    cauliflower cheese served in a bowl
    Ayla Clulee

    If you are looking for a simple, quick yet extremely delicious side dish for your Sunday roast, Christmas lunch, or Thanksgiving table, this Baked Cheesy Cauliflower Casserole (or Cauliflower Cheese) recipe is perfect for you.

    To learn more: Baked Cheesy Cauliflower Casserole

    Chicken Liver Parfait

    chicken liver pate with red onion marmalade
    Ayla Clulee

    Smooth Chicken Liver Parfait (or Pâté) with brandy is an elegant yet fuss-free dinner party starter and can be made up to three days in advance. 

    It is one of my favorite starters/appetizers to serve on special occasions such as Christmas or Thanksgiving, especially when I want to spoil my dinner guests.

    To learn more: Chicken Liver Parfait - Pâté

    Mini Sausage Rolls

    Ayla Clulee

    These homemade Shortcrust Pastry Mini Sausage Rolls are a delicious combination of flaky and buttery shop-bought pastry with perfectly seasoned hearty sausage meat. 

    They are the perfect appetizer or finger food for your Christmas parties and are also great for lunch boxes, picnics, or snacks.

    To learn more: Shortcrust Pastry Mini Sausage Rolls

    Sticky Toffee Pudding

    sticky toffee pudding recipe
    Ayla Clulee

    This Easy Sticky Toffee Pudding (aka Sticky Date Pudding) is a classic English dessert consisting of a moist sponge cake made with dried dates and covered with a sticky toffee sauce. 

    It is a warming pudding with loads of flavor and you can easily make it at home.

    To learn more: Easy Sticky Toffee Pudding

    Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts

    brussel sprouts cooked in an airfryer with bacon
    Ayla Clulee

    Enjoy crispy and flavorful Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts with Bacon that are incredibly easy to prepare and ready in under 20 minutes. 

    These tiny cabbages are lightly seasoned with salt and pepper, mixed with bacon and olive oil, and topped with Parmesan for a savory finish!

    To learn more: Crispy Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts with Bacon

    Mini Pigs in a Blanket

    mini pigs in a blanket served with skewers
    Ayla Clulee

    These homemade Mini Pigs in a Blanket, or "Kilted Soldiers," are a classic British treat made with mini cocktail sausages wrapped in streaky bacon.

    They're traditionally served as a side with roast turkey or lamb for Christmas dinner, and the leftovers are perfect for Boxing Day—whether in sandwiches or as a quick breakfast snack.

    To learn more: Homemade Mini Pigs in a Blanket

    Swede and Carrot Mash

    garnish with herbs and serve
    Ayla Clulee

    Buttery Swede and Carrot Mash is a classic British side dish that’s both simple and flavorful, making it the perfect pairing for a variety of meat dishes, especially roasts. In our home, Christmas dinner wouldn’t be the same without this vibrant, delicious, and low-carb side dish!

    To learn more: Swede and Carrot Mash

    Cranberry Sauce

    cranberry sauce with orange in a glass bowl
    Ayla Clulee

    This delicious and fruity homemade Cranberry Sauce with Orange Juice is extremely easy to make with only 3 ingredients. 

    It is the perfect condiment to serve with your Christmas lunch or Thanksgiving dinner. 

    The leftovers are great for sandwiches or cheese boards, and it only takes 15 minutes to prepare

    To learn more: Cranberry Sauce with Orange Juice

    Potato Boulangere

    a portion of potato Boulanger
    Ayla Clulee

    Potato Boulangere (or Pommes Boulangere) is a French potato & onion bake that is very easy to make and a lighter alternative to Potatoes au Gratin -Dauphinoise Potatoes.

    It complements perfectly most meat, chicken, or fish dishes, especially succulent roast lamb.

    To learn more: Potato Boulangere

    Cranberry Cheesecake Brownies

    3 pieces of cranberry cheesecake brownies
    Ayla Clulee

    These delicious Cranberry Cheesecake Brownies are the perfect combination of Fudgy Dark Chocolate Brownies and creamy & tangy cranberry cheesecake. 

    They are extremely easy to make and taste so delicious, a showstopper dessert perfect for any special occasion when you want to wow your guests!

    To learn more: Cranberry Cheesecake Brownies

    Honey Roasted Carrots and Parsnips

    honey roasted carrots and parsnips are served in a bowl
    Ayla Clulee

    These Honey Roasted Carrots and Parsnips make the perfect side dish for a Sunday roast, weeknight dinner, or a special occasion such as Christmas Day or Thanksgiving. They are flavored with simple ingredients such as garlic, fresh herbs, and mustard.

    To learn more: Honey Roasted Carrots and Parsnips

    Slow Roasted Turkey Leg

    slow baked turkey leg with vegetables
    Ayla Clulee

    This delicious Slow Roasted Turkey Leg With Gravy is a great alternative to a traditional whole-roasted turkey. 

    It is extremely easy to make, requires a minimum of effort, and you will have an amazing turkey gravy from scratch too. 

    Whether you are having a small Christmas gathering or you are a dark meat lover, these oven-baked turkey legs are perfect for you.

    To learn more: Slow Roasted Turkey Leg With Gravy

    Smoked Salmon Pate

    smoked salmon pate served on a piece os bread
    Ayla Clulee

    This easy Smoked Salmon Pate recipe is the perfect appetizer for your festive table whether it is Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year celebrations. 

    It is a simple and flavorsome dish made with a combination of smoked salmon and poached salmon for extra texture and flavor.

    To learn more: Smoked Salmon Pate

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