Christmas Recipes

When it comes to the holidays, we jingle all the way for Christmas. With traditional Christmas recipes ranging from appetizers to dinner to dessert, entertaining ideas and Christmas cookie recipes galore, we’ve got everything you need to make merry.

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    Spinach Salad with Raspberries & Candied Walnuts

    3 reviews

    I created a bright spinach salad with raspberries for a big family dinner. Even those who don't normally like spinach...


    Four-Cheese Baked Eggs

    2 reviews

    When I created this dish I was thrilled that my husband enjoyed it so much. He normally prefers omelets for...


    Crowd-Pleasing Baked Ziti

    2 reviews

    This isn’t your mama’s baked pasta! My zippy ziti boasts all the comfort and heartiness of Mom’s but with little...


    Chocolate-Caramel Topped Cheesecake

    7 reviews

    We serve this dessert at our house on special occasions. The topping on the cheesecake tastes like turtle candy.


    Banana Cream Chocolate Truffles

    1 review

    This truffle recipe was created from ripe bananas and my imagination, and the outcome blew my family and friends away!...


    Candy Bar Fudge

    9 reviews

    My manager at work, who knows I like to try new treat recipes, shared this one with me. I've made...


    S’more Drops

    7 reviews

    I first tried these gooey morsels in a sixth-grade home economics class. My friends and I would eat each mouthwatering...


    Perfect Pot Roast

    10 reviews

    Cooking meats, I have to confess, isn't my specialty. But everyone who tastes this main-course dish wants more!
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    Green Beans with Pecans

    2 reviews

    I collect cookbooks from all over the world and love to try new recipes for my husband or for entertaining...


    Garlic Mashed Cauliflower

    6 reviews

    I order cauliflower mash every time we visit our favorite restaurant. Lucky us; one night, I figured out how to...


    Sausage-Filled Crepes

    3 reviews

    I first made this recipe 30 years ago, when my children were young. It’s still one of their favorites and...


    Caramel Praline-Topped Cheesecake

    9 reviews

    This cheesecake is a showstopper with its pretty wafer crust, creamy center and the ooey-gooey carmel-pecan topping cascading down the...


    Vegetable Bacon Frittata

    3 reviews

    This fresh-tasting dish is an easy all-in-one meal. The bacon, eggs and hash browns make it hearty while the fresh...


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    Lemon Garlic Caesar Salad

    3 reviews

    Phyllis Schmalz of Kansas City, Kansas shares her popular Caesar toss. The light dressing has a flavorful balance of garlic,...


    Surprise Package Cookies

    15 reviews

    "Each of these buttery cookies has a chocolate mint candy inside," says Lorraine Meyer of Bend, Oregon. "They're my very...


    Garlic Cheese Grits

    2 reviews

    My dad prepared this family favorite every Christmas morning. Grits are a true Southern specialty. The garlic and cheese add...


    Apple Mint Spinach Salad

    2 reviews

    It's a toss-up which ingredient tickles the taste buds most in this attractive apple mint salad. The mix of refreshing...

    Rosemary-Parmesan Popcorn

    1 review

    Fresh herbs and real cheese make this popcorn a homemade favorite that will make you forget about store-bought seasoning mixes....


    Curried Rice Pilaf

    7 reviews

    In this rice dish, green onions give great color, raisins bring a touch of sweetness and almonds add crunch. I...


    Tomato-Cream Stuffed Chicken

    11 reviews

    This recipe works equally well for a weeknight meal or special occasion. The sun-dried tomato sauce is great with the...


    Fluffy Mint Dessert

    6 reviews

    The cool, minty flavor of this fluffy dessert is perfect for Christmas or the hot summer months. Since it has...


    Ham and Cheese Tarts

    1 review

    These savory tarts have been a family favorite for years. Make the ham mixture in advance to save time when...


    Raspberry Nut Pinwheels

    10 reviews

    I won first prize in a recipe contest with these yummy swirl cookies. The taste of raspberry and walnuts really...

    Fresh Herb Dip

    1 review

    From Annapolis, Maryland, Mitzi Sentiff writes, "People won't guess that this delicious dip, which is great for parties, is also...


    Four-Cheese Pate

    1 review

    This impressive and festive-looking cheese spread is simple to put together and never fails to get raves at parties. Before...


    Lobster-Shrimp Salad Croissants

    1 review

    This pleasant seafood salad is mild with a hint of lemon and dill. The recipe calls for imitation lobster, but...


    Creamy Caramel Mocha

    7 reviews

    You can easily indulge in a coffeehouse-quality drink at home anytime. With whipped cream and a butterscotch drizzle, this mocha...


    Garlic-Mashed Rutabagas & Potatoes

    4 reviews

    My family absolutely loves mashed potatoes. I created this recipe to lighten up the calories and sneak in a serving...


    Deluxe Caramel Corn

    2 reviews

    A batch of this colorful crunchy snack mix is perfect for gift giving or serving at a holiday party.