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All I Want for Christmas Is… This Recipe Roundup!

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Christmas is a time for gathering with loved ones and savoring comforting, festive dishes. This curated collection of Christmas recipes has everything you need for an unforgettable holiday meal. From show-stopping mains like boneless prime rib and honey-glazed ham to crowd-favorite sides like creamy baked mac and cheese and crispy roasted potatoes, these recipes are sure to impress. And of course, no holiday feast is complete without dessert—think gingerbread bundt cake and chocolate Christmas cookies to finish on a sweet and satisfying note.

Get The Recipe: Chocolate Christmas Cake

Overnight Turkey

A golden-brown, slow-roasted turkey graces a white platter, garnished with fresh herbs. In the background, a bowl of Brussels sprouts and a dish of mashed potatoes can be seen. The turkey's skin is crispy and shiny, embodying the essence of an overnight roasted masterpiece.
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This slow-roasted turkey is incredibly tender, juicy, and bursting with flavor! Grab a foolproof brine recipe and check out some friendly tips for making the best Thanksgiving turkey ever.

Get The Recipe: Overnight Turkey

Chocolate Christmas Cookies

a stack of festive Chocolate Christmas Crinkle Cookies tied together with a ribbon
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Spread holiday joy (and deliciousness) with these easy chocolate cookies! Perfect for gifting or enjoying yourself, this recipe is sure to become a favorite.

Get The Recipe: Chocolate Christmas Cookies

Honey Glazed Ham

A close-up of a glazed ham being sliced with a serrated knife. The ham has a shiny, caramelized outer layer with a pink, juicy interior. The knife has just cut through a small portion, revealing the tender inside.
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This glazed ham recipe is sweet, tangy, and savory. The ham is scored and baked with a mouth-watering glaze made with brown sugar, honey, soy sauce, mustard, pineapple juice, orange juice, vinegar, garlic, and ground cloves.

Get The Recipe: Glazed Ham

Creamy Baked Mac and Cheese

a serving spoon digging into a dish of Creamy Baked Mac and Cheese
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Dive into timeless cheesy bliss! This creamy baked mac and cheese is surprisingly simple to make yet guaranteed to be a family favorite.

Get The Recipe: Creamy Baked Mac and Cheese

The Best Broccoli of Your Life

A close up of a plate of food with broccoli and lemons.
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Say goodbye to bland, boring broccoli! This Roasted Broccoli recipe is a flavor explosion waiting to happen. Fresh broccoli florets get a makeover with a simple yet powerful combination of garlic, lemon, and Parmesan cheese.

Get The Recipe: Roasted Broccoli Recipe

Chocolate Christmas Cake

A festive cake with chocolate frosting and drizzled icing, topped with a large chocolate dome. The dome is partially broken, revealing chocolate balls inside. Reminiscent of Christmas cookies, it is garnished with holly leaves and berries, adding a touch of holiday spirit.
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Planning a festive gathering? Look no further! This recipe combines a delightful dessert with a playful element, making it the perfect centerpiece to entertain guests of all ages.

Sausage Stuffing

A close-up of a baking dish filled with golden-brown stuffing, a quintessential Thanksgiving side. The stuffing consists of chunks of bread, chopped vegetables, and herbs, all mixed together and baked to a crispy texture on top. A spoon is partially submerged in the dish, ready to serve.
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Indulge in our sausage stuffing, where rich flavors and delightful textures come together like a culinary party on your plate! Infused with fresh herbs and tender veggies, this stuffing is the life of the festive meal—don’t let it miss the invite!

Get The Recipe: Sausage Stuffing

Green Bean Casserole with Bacon

Green bean casserole with bacon being served with a spoon.
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This tasty Green Bean Casserole with Bacon recipe is the ultimate side dish, featuring a creamy sauce and a crunchy topping.

Get The Recipe: Green Bean Casserole with Bacon

Crispy Roasted Potatoes

a close up image of Crispy Roasted Potatoes piled on a serving dish garnished with thyme
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These aren’t your average roasted potatoes. We’re talking irresistible crunch with a luxuriously soft, pillowy center.

Get The Recipe: Crispy Roasted Potatoes

Sticky Toffee Ginger Cakes

Three rectangular gingerbread cakes, topped with a shining caramel glaze and decorated with tiny gingerbread men sporting colored icing accents, are arranged side by side on a tray. These desserts are irresistibly delightful—you simply can't get enough.
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These individual cakes are the perfect balance of elegance and convenience. Bake them ahead, store them in the freezer, and dress them up with a homemade sticky toffee glaze just before serving. It’s a sophisticated and delicious dessert option that’s surprisingly easy to prepare.

Get The Recipe: Sticky Toffee Ginger Cakes

Gingerbread Bundt Cake

A Christmas bundt cake topped with white icing and garnished with sugared cranberries and sprigs of rosemary on a white plate, perfect for your holiday recipes.
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Moist, flavorful Gingerbread Bundt Cake with rich spices and a cream cheese glaze—perfect for the holidays.

Get The Recipe: Gingerbread Bundt Cake

Homemade Sausage Rolls

A plate of golden-brown sausage rolls, perfect for Christmas gatherings, some with bites taken out. The flaky pastry is crisp and the filling visibly savory, arranged in a slightly overlapping pile on a white plate—a tempting delight straight from cherished family recipes.
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These sausage rolls are a delicious treat, featuring juicy pork sausage wrapped in a buttery, flaky puff pastry shell. Serve them up as a snack, appetizer, or even the main dish, and enjoy the delightful mix of flavors and textures. Perfect for any occasion!

Get The Recipe: Homemade Sausage Rolls

Boneless Prime Rib

A festive plate of sliced roast beef and creamy mashed potatoes, garnished with chopped green onions and parsley, is perfect for your Christmas table. This delightful addition to your holiday recipes sits invitingly on a light-colored tablecloth.
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This juicy, tender Ribeye Roast (also known as Boneless Prime Rib) is sure to be the star of your dinner table, no matter the occasion! Enjoy!

Get The Recipe: Boneless Prime Rib

Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes

A close-up of a creamy, baked dish of make-ahead mashed potatoes with a golden brown top. A serving spoon is scooping out a portion, revealing the smooth texture beneath the crispy surface.
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These Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes are smooth, creamy, and buttery, bursting with rich flavor from Yukon Gold potatoes and real butter. They’re a great way to make any meal feel special, all without the last-minute rush!

Get The Recipe: Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes

The Best Brussels Sprouts of Your Life

A close up image of crispy roasted Brussels Sprouts on a sheet pan.
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Brussels sprouts never tasted so good! This simple recipe adds a kick of garlic and freshly grated cheese, transforming them into a delicious side dish the whole family will love.

Get The Recipe: The Best Brussels Sprouts of Your Life

Brie Bites with Bacon

A close-up of a silver tray filled with puff pastry tarts. The tarts are topped with melted cheese, crispy bacon, and a red fruit preserve. The pastries are golden brown and slightly flaky, highlighting their freshly baked texture.
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Who knew Brie and Bacon could be best friends? These Brie Bites are a revelation! Bite-sized puff pastry cups are filled with gooey Brie cheese, a burst of cranberry sweetness, and the salty magic of crispy bacon.

Get The Recipe: Brie Bites

New York Cheesecake

A New York cheesecake topped with fresh raspberries, blueberries, and mint leaves. A slice has been cut from the cake, revealing a creamy interior. The cake is elegantly displayed on a white marble surface.
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Get ready to impress with this foolproof recipe for a creamy, beautiful, crack-free New York-style cheesecake! Even beginners can master this delightful dessert and wow their friends!

Get The Recipe: New York Cheesecake

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