Every Recipe You Could Possibly Want For Your Christmas Dinner

Spinach-artichoke dip is a classic appetizer, but let’s make it a little more festive! Wrapped in puff pastry, the dip can be shaped into cute little Christmas trees and becomes individual apps. The tree gets topped with a little cheese star, as all trees should be.

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In-season vegetables find their way into this healthy, colorful side dish that's perfect for elegant dinner party menus, simple weeknight meals, or paired with richer, holiday spreads.

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Looking for a stunning Christmas app that comes together in no time? Look no further than the humble cheese ball. They’re a retro idea that we’ve really run with here at Delish, taking them fully into modern times with creative ingredients and decorating methods. This one is our winter holiday masterpiece, filled with three different types of cheese and studded with gorgeous pomegranate seeds.

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This adorable holiday app will become an instant legend to all of your family and friends (who doesn't love pigs in a blanket!?). It's a centerpiece worthy of your holiday table—plus one that you can eat, which is the best kind of centerpiece in our opinion.

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Get ready to plan a Christmas dinner party around this ham alone! The tart cherries and bourbon work together to bring a slight sour and oaky tartness to the spiral ham, and the glaze has just enough cayenne pepper to deliver a subtle smoky heat.

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Honey-glazed melted brie, plus herby crispy pizza dough, is an equation for true happiness. Your friends, family, or colleagues will be ready to dive into this edible wreath once you stroll through the door… after all, you want to eat the cheese while it’s warm and gooey.

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Tourtiere is basically a prettier way of saying “meat pie.” Originally from Quebec, the pie is traditionally made in a “tourtiere” dish and eaten during Christmas. It’s been around for hundreds of years and has yet to lose its meaty luster.

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Though these cheesy, herby bites of deliciousness may make you feel like you should be written up on the naughty list, we promise that if you make these for your holiday dinner guests, you will be sealed on the good list forever.

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We don’t believe in boring salads at Delish, and crunchy apples and tart cranberries bring a lot of life to this one. The slightly sweet and lemony dressing is easy to make, and you’ll want to have extra on hand to pour it over everything.

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Nothing says hostess with the most-est like a charming and delicious antipasto Christmas tree. This cheesy appetizer sculpture will help you decorate for your Christmas party and feed your guests all in one fell swoop.

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Mini brie toasts are a super-easy appetizer, and caramelizing the tops is a great party trick. The crunchy sugar topping gives way to an oozy slice of brie and sweet jam.

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Just when we thought dinner rolls couldn't get any better—we stuffed them with goat cheese. These golden brown beauties are rich, soft, and full of honey and herby goat cheese. Best part of a cheese-stuffed roll? It doesn’t need any butter.

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Ever wonder how you can get all of the flavors of a holiday cheese board with a fraction of the effort? Wonder no more. This cranberry-topped whipped feta dip is here to save your holiday appetizer planning.

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Pork can be intimidating to cook because it has a bad rep for being bland and boring, but not here. Woody herbs like thyme and rosemary infuse a lot of fragrant flavor into the meat, and mustard gives classic flavor that pairs nicely with the brown sugar. Also, butter. Always butter.

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Making this salad might seem intimidating, but it doesn't actually require much prep. Tossed with a combo of toasted almonds, shaved Parmesan, and pomegranate seeds, Brussels make a great side for any fall get-together.

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Fish pie is usually seafood in a cream sauce topped with mashed potatoes. For this version, we took inspiration from Greek cuisine (specifically avgolemono soup) and added dill and lemon.

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You know what’s great? Mashed potatoes. You know what’s even better? Roasted garlic mashed potatoes! That extra savory flavor from melty, roasted garlic adds the perfect kick to classic mashed spuds. (We also add a splash of tangy balsamic vinegar to kick them up a notch.)

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While some pork recipes can verge on being a bit boring and bland, this pork loin is anything but. Roasted with an herby, garlicky baste (and plenty of butter), this roasted pork loin gets extra-tender in the oven, while maintaining a strong, irresistible flavor. If you're looking to switch up your holiday roast this year, this easy recipe deserves a spot at your table.

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Few things are more pleasing than a melty, cheesy square of lasagna. This creamy white version, made extra-luxurious from a cheesy béchamel-type sauce called Mornay, is packed with chopped chicken, spinach, mushroom, and fresh herbs–and a few time-saving secrets. 😉

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Is it even the holidays without this cozy side? This recipe makes green bean casserole even simpler; instead of using an oven, it can be mixed and cooked in your slow cooker.

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