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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    Stuffed Shrimp Appetizers

    1 review

    “This wonderful low-fat treat is delicious, full of flavor, and its presentation makes it especially appetizing. We love it.” Shirley...


    Orange Razzletini

    We combined orange juice and raspberry rum to create this fruity martini. The sunny, bright color is appealing.—Taste of Home...


    Poinsettia

    1 review

    Mixing festive red cranberry juice, Triple Sec and champagne creates a fun poinsettia drink for Christmas parties, a New Year's...


    Pomegranate Martini

    2 reviews

    Ring in the holidays with this crimson creation that sparkles with holiday cheer. The pomegranate martini is a smooth delight...


    Cream-Filled Cinnamon Coffee Cake

    14 reviews

    Repeat guests often phone ahead to request my cinnamony coffee cake for breakfast. You can prepare it in advance and...


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    Strawberries ‘n’ Cream Scones

    21 reviews

    This strawberry scones recipe is rich with cream and packed with berry goodness. If you are like me, you won't...


    White Sangria

    11 reviews

    Fruity, sweet and party-pretty, this light, refreshing beverage from our Test Kitchen goes together in minutes. And guests will find...


    Orange Cranberry Bread

    20 reviews

    This orange cranberry bread is packed with the zesty taste of cranberries and orange peel. I suggest serving slices toasted...

    Sand Art Brownies

    3 reviews

    A jar of this attractive layered mix produces a yummy batch of fudgy brownies that are dressed up with chocolate...


    Cinnamon Muffins

    21 reviews

    These cinnamon muffins, with a dash of nutmeg in the batter, are seasoned to please. My husband grew up enjoying...


    Moist Poultry Dressing

    6 reviews

    Tasty mushrooms and onions complement the big herb flavor in this amazing stuffing. This dressing stays so moist because it’s...


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    Classic Stuffed Turkey

    9 reviews

    For years, my mother has made this moist stuffed turkey recipe. Now, I do the same thing. The turkey stuffing...


    Overnight Rolls

    7 reviews

    I'm pleased to share the recipe for these light and tender rolls, which I've made for 25 years. I once...


    Orange Appeal

    2 reviews

    Oranges add color and great taste to winter meals! This dish looks very bright and appealing served in a glass...


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    Pecan Tassies

    21 reviews

    These pecan tassies are very good for parties and special occasions. You'll probably want to double the recipe, because they'll...


    Freeze-and-Bake Rolls

    11 reviews

    These homemade rolls are fancy enough for a feast but handy enough for almost any occasion. —Jayne Duce, Raymond, Alberta


    Asparagus and Ham Strata

    2 reviews

    For a quick and easy make-ahead breakfast, do the prep work the night before. Next morning, just pop it in...

    Nanny’s Fruitcake Cookies

    7 reviews

    My grandmother always made a holiday fruitcake. I turned her recipe into cookies that are perfect anytime, especially with a...


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    Strawberry Mimosas

    2 reviews

    Here's a tasty twist on the classic mimosa. To make refreshing strawberry mimosas friendly for kids or mamas-to-be, substitute lemon-lime...


    Black-Eyed Susan

    4 reviews

    The Kentucky Derby has the mint julep; the Preakness has the black-eyed Susan. The drink is a sunny mix of...


    Lemon Cranberry Sauce

    1 review

    Tangy and refreshing, this quick-fix stovetop sauce will please both guests and the cook! —Robyn Badtke, Green Lake, Wisconsin


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    Tuscan-Style Roasted Asparagus

    60 reviews

    This is especially wonderful when locally grown asparagus is in season. It's so easy for celebrations because you can serve...


    Bourbon Slush

    1 review

    At our holiday parties, Bourbon Slush is definitely a favorite. Have fun experimenting with different teas when you make it....

    Vintage Shortbread Recipes That are Perfect for the Holidays

    There's no better way to celebrate Christmas than baking up a few dozen shortbread cookies. We've rounded-up our top 20...


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    29 Christmas Bar Recipes for Sweet Celebrations

    Sweet and simple, bars are so much fun to bake up for casual celebrations. These Christmas bar recipes are tasty,...


    25 Gluten-Free Sides for Your Holiday Feast

    Make your gluten-free friends and family feel like VIPs at Christmas dinner this year. There are plenty of indulgent gluten-free...


    How to Make a Christmas Ham

    This year, go ham for the holidays with the only recipe you'll ever need.


    Here’s What Happened to the Christmas Goose

    Over the past few decades, the ever-popular Christmas goose has disappeared from most families' menus. Here's what people are eating...


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    16 Festive Leftover Candy Cane Recipes

    Stuck with a box full of perfectly good candy canes and don't know what to do with them? No worries!...