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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    Orange-Pistachio Divinity

    Old-fashioned divinity candy is even yummier with a hint of refreshing orange zest and bits of crunchy pistachios. Store-bought versions...


    Broccoli Stir Fry

    Broccoli Stir-Fry is a great way to dress up a nutritious vegetable. Reports Susan Davis of Vernon Hills, Illinois, As...


    Fried Mozzarella Cheese Appetizers

    A crisp coating holds marvelous melted cheese, which tastes terrific when dipped into a homemade tomato sauce.—Jay Davis, Knoxville,...


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    Favorite Chocolate-Bourbon Pecan Tart

    I grew up in Louisiana where, as in most of the South, pecan pie is a staple. This tart variation...


    Honey-Bourbon Hot Chocolate

    My husband and I like to enjoy this grown-up version of hot chocolate on a cold winter evening. It's even...


    Cherry-Filled Cookies

    This luscious cherry filling peeking out of these rounds is just a hint of how scrumptious they are. Using a...


    White Chocolate Coconut Fudge

    A small bite of this rich candy is all you need to satisfy a sweet tooth. My family prefers it...


    Puffy Lobster Turnovers

    Tender bits of lobster are nestled in golden brown puff pastry for an easy, elegant appetizer. Get ready to hand...

    Pistachio-Crusted Chicken Breasts

    As a salesperson in the medical field, I'm often in hospitals during the lunch hour. One day, I was fortunate...


    Cranberry Salsa with Cream Cheese

    Here's a busy host's dream! Stir together the zippy, Christmasy red salsa ahead of time, then just spoon it over...


    Cranberry Chip Monkey Bread

    Monkey bread is no stranger at our house, but I wanted a holiday version. This one with cranberries and eggnog...


    Apricot-Almond Tartlets

    These delicate, buttery tarts melt in your mouth. With their jeweled apricot tops, they make a pretty presentation on a...


    Pink Party Punch

    This easy punch will be the highlight of any party. The fruity flavors blend perfectly together, making it impossible to...


    Apple Frangipane Phyllo Tart

    An almond-flavored frangipane creates a nutty bottom layer for my apple tart. Golden phyllo dough creates a delicate and crispy...


    Chocolate Espresso Martini

    After-dinner drinks and dessert come together delightfully in this chocolate espresso martini that's sure to perk up java lovers. A...


    Slow-Cooker Spiced Fruit

    My late aunt who lived in Hawaii gave me this cherished recipe. She would prepare a traditional tropical meal for...


    Smoky Beef Brisket

    A friend and I first ate this brisket at a restaurant, then came home and duplicated it with great success....

    Savory Steak Rub

    Marjoram stars in this recipe. I use the rub on a variety of beef cuts—it locks in the natural juices...


    Prune Cake

    This recipe is definitely from the South. We had a friend who used to make our family a prune cake...


    Hot Apple Pie Drink

    A perfect holiday drink for adults, these are simple and fun to make.—Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin


    Sausage Stuffing Muffins

    This recipe puts stuffing into a muffin form for a special presentation. I made these when I cooked my first...


    Mediterranean Slow-Cooker Mashed Potatoes

    I love to use my slow cooker when family comes over. On Sundays when I make my special turkey meat...


    Mimosa Floats

    Everyone needs a little treat at brunch! I wanted to kick things up a notch, so I added a scoop...

    Raspberry Fizz

    As a festive, non-alcoholic beverage for adults, our Test Kitchen staff came up with this pretty pink drink. It has...


    Christmas Pudding with Brandy Sauce

    We developed this classic Christmas pudding that's served with a caramel brandy sauce. Packed with fruits, nuts and spices, it's...


    Creme de Menthe Cream Puff Tree

    A tower of creme de menthe-flavored puffs makes a spectacular centerpiece for your dessert table. Guests will have this sumptuous...


    Maraschino Cherry Rice Pudding

    As a grandmother, I've been cooking for many years and love to share my recipes. This pretty pastel dessert is...


    Apricot Raisin Rugelach

    Rugelach is a classic addition to holiday trays. The flaky, buttery pastry slices encase a spiced fruit and walnut filling....


    Chocolate Molten Cakes

    Be prepared to swoon when you dip into this indulgent flourless cake and warm chocolate oozes from its center. This...