Gear up for the holidays with a flavorful feast featuring our favorite sweet and savory comfort food recipes for a memorable meal. From succulent smoked ham to cheesy potatoes and flaky rolls, these recipes promise to add warmth and unforgettable flavor to your festive gatherings. For a delightful finishing touch, indulge in the delectable desserts and candies.
Bourbon Pecan Pie
Take pecan pie to the next level with this delectable treat. A warm, spicy bourbon infusion enhances the sweet and salty flavor, making this Bourbon Pecan Pie a guaranteed favorite for your holiday dessert.
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Christmas Pinwheel Cookies
Bake up festive and delicious Christmas pinwheel cookies. These colorful treats taste amazing and add a pretty touch to any cookie tray, making them a delightful addition to your holiday cookie collection.
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Baked Sweet Potatoes With Apples & Cranberries
Enjoy this tasty, colorful side dish with baked sweet potato slices with sweet apples and tart cranberries for a simple, tasty, and healthy addition to your festive fare.
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Christmas Crunch Popcorn
Share the joy of the holiday season with this fun and festive Christmas Popcorn. A delightful treat to enjoy with family and friends, adding a touch of cheer to your holiday gatherings.
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Stuffing Muffins
Enjoy a fun twist on traditional stuffing with these stuffing muffins. Filled with sweet Italian sausage, apples, cranberries, sage, and pine nuts, they offer a flavorful alternative in perfect portion sizes for a festive feast.
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Mandarin Orange Bundt Cake With Canned Mandarins
Refresh your palate with this Mandarin Orange Cake featuring sweet, juicy mandarins. A citrusy dessert topped with a sweet orange drizzle icing, ensuring a slice of pure delight for a festive and flavorful experience.
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Cranberry Cherry Glazed Turkey
Elevate your holiday table with a cherry cranberry glazed turkey. The slightly sweet and sticky glaze infuses the bird with a festive flavor, creating a standout dish for your holiday feast.
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Cornbread Chestnut Stuffing
Delight in the rich flavors of Chestnut Stuffing made with toasted cubes of homemade cornbread. Filled with sausage, mushrooms, fennel, cranberries, and fresh winter herbs, it’s a hearty and festive addition to your holiday menu.
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Red Velvet Bundt Cake
Dive into the rich flavor and tender crumb of a homemade Red Velvet Bundt Cake. Topped with cream cheese frosting, this dessert is a total eye-catcher that promises both yumminess and a festive touch to your holiday celebrations.
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Chocolate Chip Peppermint Scones
Transform traditional scones into a festive treat. These Chocolate Chip Peppermint Scones are a perfect blend of amazing taste, making them ideal for breakfast or dessert during the holiday season.
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Pine Cone Cheese Ball
Learn how to make a festive Pine Cone Cheese Ball using almonds. Skip the cream cheese and opt for a garlic homemade cheese dip to create a perfect appetizer that adds a touch of holiday charm to your gatherings.
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Green Beans with Cranberries, Bacon & Goat Cheese
These tender green beans add a healthy and flavorful touch to your holiday table. Cranberries, bacon, and goat cheese create a nutritious and delicious dish.
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Garlic Herb Prime Rib Roast
Make a showstopper for Christmas Dinner with this Garlic Herb Prime Rib Roast. A savory blend of garlic and herbs complements the tender, juicy roast, creating an impressive and flavorful centerpiece that’s perfect for any festive meal.
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Old Fashioned Cinnamon Rock Candy
Add a burst of festive sweetness with Cinnamon Rock Candy. Decked out in red, this spicy cinnamon treat brings holiday cheer in a delightful and visually appealing form, making it a perfect addition to your holiday fare.
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Buche de Noel
If you want to THRILL your family this holiday season, make this fancy (but easy!) Bûche de Noël or Yule Log. Chocolate cake, whipped cream, and chocolate buttercream rolled together in a simple cake roll will take your holiday table to the next level!
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Smoked Ribeye Roast
Elevate your meaty dishes with the king of all roasts—Smoked Ribeye Roast. Infused with extra flavor from smoking, this dish promises a culinary experience that doesn’t get much better than this.
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Mint Chocolate Fudge
Impress with these delectable bites of layered Mint Chocolate Fudge. Dark and white chocolate layers adorned with colorful peppermint candies create a visually stunning and delicious addition to your holiday sweets lineup.
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Oven Roast Turkey with Stuffing
Ensure a surefire winner with this classic roast turkey and stuffing. Straightforward, step-by-step instructions guarantee a memorable and easy-to-make meal that will be a hit at your holiday table.
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Mashed Potatoes
Crispy Baked Zucchini in Oven
Enjoy a gluten-free, low-carb delight with Crispy Baked Zucchini. Made with homemade breadcrumbs and golden perfection, these panko-style zucchinis are an ideal appetizer, adding a healthy and flavorful touch to your holiday spread.
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Buttery Crescent Rolls
Indulge in the delectable delight of flaky, buttery homemade crescent rolls that melt in your mouth. These rolls, the epitome of comfort, can be enjoyed as a side dish or a standalone treat, adding a touch of luxury to any festive gathering.
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Winter Fruit Salad
Delight in a burst of flavors with this Cranberry Apple Fruit Salad. This colorful creation is a tasty addition to your holiday spread, featuring fresh cranberries, succulent apples, tangy oranges, and luscious pomegranate seeds.
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Buttery Dinner Rolls
Enjoy the simple pleasure of soft and buttery dinner rolls that steal the show at any gathering. These rolls, the perfect accompaniment to any meal, contribute a touch of luxury and warmth to your holiday fare.
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Apple Cranberry Galette
Savor the flavors of fall with this rustic dessert. A buttery, flaky crust encases fresh apple slices and tart cranberries, creating a delightful free-form pie without needing a pie dish.
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Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes
These cheesy scalloped potatoes are the ultimate comfort food with thinly sliced potatoes, a creamy white sauce, and plenty of cheese. A delectable delight that is sure to please everyone at your dinner , adding a homely touch to your festive feast.
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Savor the ultimate comfort food with Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes—creamy, velvety-smooth, and seasoned to perfection. Prepared in a fraction of the time using the Instant Pot, these mashed potatoes are a classic side dish that pairs perfectly with any main course.
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Corn Casserole
Dive into a creamy and comforting corn casserole bursting with flavors. With sweet corn, crispy bacon, a cheesy cream sauce, and a crispy Ritz cracker topping, this dish is the ultimate indulgence that will have everyone coming back for seconds during your holiday feast.
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Smoked Carver Ham
A kiss of smoke puts this easy-smoked Carver Ham over the top, creating a flavorful and succulent centerpiece for your holiday table—a delightful addition to your festive fare that’s sure to leave everyone wanting more.
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Spiced Cranberry Bread
Embrace the irresistible combination of orange and cranberries in this Spiced Orange Cranberry Bread. Loaded with orange zest and fresh cranberries, it offers a sweet-tart flavor perfect for a festive and flavorful experience.
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Cranberry Pesto Stuffed Lamb
Impress your guests with a gorgeously festive Cranberry Pesto Stuffed Lamb. A simple cranberry pesto made with basil, mint, garlic, and pine nuts transforms this dish into a delicious winter centerpiece for your holiday dinner party.
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Butterscotch Pie
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of this classic Butterscotch Meringue Pie. An old-fashioned favorite that promises to satisfy your cravings for something truly indulgent and delightful.
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Chocolate Mousse Tart
Experience more than a Grasshopper pie with this Chocolate Mousse Tart. A rich chocolate crust, velvety chocolate mousse, and peppermint-flavored whipped cream create a symphony of flavors in every bite.
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Orange Cranberry Sauce
Elevate your holiday table with the simplicity of Fresh Orange Cranberry Sauce. With just four ingredients, it delivers a perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors, making it a welcome addition anytime, especially during the holidays.
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Pecan Tassies
Enjoy the charm of bite-sized pecan pies with these homemade Pecan Tassies. Perfectly sweet and petite, these treats are sure to be a hit at any gathering, adding a touch of delectable delight to your festive fare.
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White Chocolate Dipped Wafer Cookies
Indulge in the perfect pairing of white chocolate and crispy wafers with these delightful dipped cookies. A sweet sensation that’s sure to please, these treats add a touch of festive flair to your holiday dessert selection.
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