Christmas is coming up fast, and you are busy. It is a day for family and not to spend the day in the kitchen. Try one of the simple, delicious recipes to make your holiday easier.
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These are my favorite holiday recipes; while most of the recipes on this site are "Christmas friendly," here are some that I hope you will enjoy with your family.
Gatherings are ready-made for food safety issues and leftovers at the party. Let's plan for food safety and get it right. Check out the USDA Food Safety recommendations.
Breakfast Recipes
A great breakfast is a beautiful way to start the holiday morning, but you don't want to be stuck at the stove away from the family fun. Let's do something special with very little work that can be done ahead.
Main Dish Recipes
These recipes are for special and memorable meals that will keep you out of the kitchen.
Side Dish Recipes
A holiday meal is not complete without some tasty side dishes. Here are some excellent choices that will round out the holiday feastโall easy to make or make ahead.
Dessert Recipes
Let's get a sweet ending to the family feast. You want a memorable dessert to top off the day. All of these recipes are guaranteed to satisfy.
Holiday Candy
Homemade candy is great around the house for the holidays and makes terrific house gifts.
๐For the party animals
Don't forget the dog treats.
Have a great holiday.
Molly, Lilly, Wifo, and DrDan
Editor's Note: Originally Published December 20, 2017. It is one of my recurring posts that will be updated and republished about this time yearly
Catherine says
Aloha Dr. Dan, Wifo, Molly and Lilly,
Happy Holidays to All My husband and I Love your recipes. Itโs just
the two of us so I Love crock pot recipes. Everything I have made
of your recipes is super great. Wishing you a Safe Holiday Season
Aloha Catherine and Ric
Jerri says
Merry Christmas, DrDan! I just wanted to say thank you for your efforts in the kitchen to give us great and simple recipes with your tips on making them work!
Leslie says
I have used your menu ideas and recipes for several years, my family thinks I am a foodnetwork star. Thank you for all your hard work
DrDan says
Happy Holidays to You
Dan