The holiday season is fast approaching and that means it's time to prepare mentally, emotionally, and physically. Big family get togethers can be so stressful thanks to family drama, the traveling, the decorating, the hectic shopping, and all the cooking that needs to be done. Well, we can't offer your family therapy sessions, help you book your plane ticket, pick out your tabel setting, or do any of your personal shopping for you (although personal shopper sounds like a really cool job), but we are able to help you out in the kitchen!
Even if you are a learned cook, natural cook, or an amateur you could always use some easy recipes when the holiday season comes around. It's such a busy time that no one wants to be running around a hot kitchen all day. So in order to help you figure out your options, we gathered 50 easy holiday recipes that include drinks, appetizers, sides, main courses, and desserts. This will cover you from November to New Year's Day!
These recipes are not only delicious and easy, but they can also make fun projects for the little ones. Flip through to find delicious sweets that are festive for the holidays and the young ones will love to eat! These sweets include snowmen, turkeys, dreidels, and Santa hats!
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1. Emeril's Anytime Eggnog
You can't really get into the holiday spirit without egg nog. If you want to try making it at home instead of buying from the store, then you're in luck! You can find the recipe here.
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2. Warm And Spicy Autumn Punch
Eggnog doesn't have to be the only thing you serve to your guests. Switch things up by serving punch. You can find the recipe here.
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3. Hot Spiked Cider
Warm up your guests with hot cider, but also get them to losen up by adding some alcohol. You can find the recipe here.
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4. Spinach and Goat Cheese Tartlets
Serve something tasty to your guests before the main course is ready. They'll be impressed although this doesn't take much to prepare. You can find the recipe here.
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6. Puff Pastry Pear Tartlets
This fruity appetizer will surely keep your guests happy. You can find the recipe here.
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8. Sweet and Spicy Pecans
This is a nice treat to have around at any time during the day! You can find the recipe here.
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9. Toasted Ravioli
Try this different take on ravioli. You can find the recipe here.
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13. Hummus
Start off Hannukkah off right with some hummus. You can find the recipe here.
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15. Crostini with Thyme-Roasted Tomatoes
This is another appetizer that you just can't mess up! You can find the recipe here.
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16. Easy Parmesan Risotto
Have to bring a dish to the family potluck, but you're not much of a cook? Try this! You can find the recipe here.
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17. Eggnog Monte Cristos
This is quick, tasty, and will definitely be a favorite at dinner time. You can find the recipe here.
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18. Rachel's Christmas Pasta
Branch out from spaghetti and meatballs by serving up this pasta dish. You can find the recipe here.
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19. Lemon Pepper Green Beans
This side dish is healthy, easy, and tasty. What more could you want?You can find the recipe here.
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20. Black-Eyed Pea And Tomato Salsa
Need a flavorful side dish to complete your dinner table? Try this! You can find the recipe here.
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21. Prosciutto and Smoked Gouda Panini
This is another easy entree that will quickly disappear from your guests' dinner plates. You can find the recipe here.
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22. Corn Pudding
Use this recipe in case you want to branch out from corn on the cob or creamy corn. You can find the recipe here.
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23. Baked Sweet Potatoes
Sweet Potatoes are always a treat! You can find the recipe here.
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24. Cream Corn
You can't go wrong with cream corn. You can find the recipe here.
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25. Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
I think everyone can agree that mashed potatoes are easy and delicious! You can find the recipe here.
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26. Blood Orange And Red Onion Salad
This salad recipe couldn't get any easier. You can find the recipe here.
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27. Smoked Duck Salad With Walnuts And Raspberries
Your taste buds will thank you! You can find the recipe here.
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28. Mussles On The Half Shell With Curried Crumbs
This entree are for shellfish lovers! You can find the recipe here.
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29. Roasted Pork Loin With Balsamic Gravy
A main dish that doesn't include much muss and fuss. You can find the recipe here.
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30. Rib Roast With Rosemary-Garlic Potatoes
This dish will certainly get the job done. You can find the recipe here.
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31. Vanessa's Make Ahead Beefy Lasagna
Lasagna doesn't have to be complicated! You can find the recipe here.
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32. Pork Chops Herb Mustard Butter
You have never had pork chops like this before! You can find the recipe here.
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33. Tuscan Pork Chops
Bring Tuscany to your table this holiday season. You can find the recipe here.
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35. Sweet Roasted Grapes
Skip the dip and put together some grapes. You can find the recipe here.
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36. Thanksgiving Cupcakes
If you have kids then making these will be a great way to make memories. You can find the recipe here.
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37. Rugelach
A simple, tasty treat for Hanukkah. You can find the recipe here.
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38. Apple Crisp
Instead of going for apple pie try apple crisp! You can find the recipe here.
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40. Bite Size Carrot Cake
These little cup cakes will get eaten up quickly! You can find the recipe here.
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41. Marshmallow Driedels
You love eating these driedels are much as you will love making them. You can find the recipe here.
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42. Sweet Potato Pie Cupcakes
For all of you sweet potato lovers! You can find the recipe here.
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43. Santa Hat Brownies
Get into the christmas spirit with these easy brownies. You can find the recipe here.
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44. Sugar Cookie Pops
These will add color to your table and be something your guests can enjoy. You can find the recipe here.
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45. Bananas Foster Parfaits
If you want to go for a more healthy alternative for dessert then put together these parfaits. You can find the recipe here.
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46. Mini Ginger-Almond Cheesecakes
These delicious cupcakes will be the talk of the party. You can find the recipe here.
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47. Marshmallow Snowmen
Celebrate the season by putting together these festive snowmen! You can find the recipe here.
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48. Mini Vegan Pumpkin Pies
Need a vegan dessert? We got you covered! You can find the recipe here.
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49. Christmas Trifle
Another sweet dessert that doesn't take much effort, but serves many! You can find the recipe here.
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50. Rice Krispies Candy Canes
You can't go wrong with rice krispies. You can find the recipe here.
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