Holiday Recipe Guide
I’m sharing my best holiday recipes that you can make ALL season! From brunch to appetizers, sides, desserts, and a few cocktails, this Holiday Recipe Round-Up has something for everyone! Happy Holidays to you all!
It’s the MOST wonderful time of the year! This holiday recipe round-up includes easy brunch ideas, delicious appetizers, serious sides, decadent desserts, and cocktails. You can make these recipes all season long, but this round-up might be helpful as we’re in the thick of December. I’ve got you covered if you still need to plan your menu! What recipe are you looking forward to making the most? Share/tag me when creating your recipe. Can’t wait to see what you all are making this holiday season!
Homemade Peppermint Mocha
Homemade Peppermint Mocha. Saving you money from that famous coffee place so you can spend that money somewhere else!
French Blonde Cocktail
This citrusy cocktail is made with fresh grapefruit juice, gin, elderflower liqueur, and Lillet Blanc. Add a touch of class to any evening and this French Blonde Cocktail might be your next favorite drink!
Pomegranate Mimosas
This Holiday Pomegranate Mimosa is a sweet and delicious twist on a traditional mimosa. Perfect for any holiday brunch or party, and so easy to make! With two different ways to create these mimosas, they’re both equally fun and festive. Enjoy! And Happy Holidays! I completed class 6 of 11 this week. A little more
Pomegranate Cosmopolitan
The holidays need a festive cocktail, and this Pomegranate Cosmopolitan is a seasonal twist on a classic perfect for the season! Cheers, my dears!
Marinated Mozzarella
These marinated mozzarella balls are filled with simple flavors that make an easy appetizer recipe. Fresh garlic, basil, chili flakes and quality olive oil are what make this recipe so delicious.
Easy Shrimp Cocktail
Shrimp cocktail is a classic appetizer. Quick, easy, and super fancy. Once you make homemade, you’ll never buy store bought again. Add this easy shrimp cocktail to your next party and you’ll be sure to impress your guests!
Baked Brie in Puff Pastry
Learn how to make Baked Brie in Puff Pastry with the toppings of your choice for an easy appetizer to serve for any get-together!
Nectarine Crostini with Whipped Ricotta
This Nectarine Crostini with Whipped Ricotta pairs in-season nectarines with savory ricotta cheese for the perfect summer appetizer. Easy, flavorful, this will quickly become a go-to recipe for a fancy snack, meal, or appetizer at your next party!
Mushroom Polenta Bites
These crispy Mushroom Polenta Bites are the perfect quick and easy bite-sized appetizer recipe! Packed with flavor and easy to make, these mushroom polenta bites will surely be a hit with every dinner guest!
Easy Buttermilk Pancakes
Easy Buttermilk Pancakes. A secret ingredient you’ll never guess. They’re light, fluffy, and even half whole grain! Nutritious and delicious!
Easy French Toast
My go-to recipe for Easy French Toast. Easy. So easy you can make it during the weekday!
Easy Vegetable Frittata
Vegetable Frittata is a great way to use up your leftover vegetables. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dinner, frittatas can be prepared right before mealtime or well in advance. An easy, yet impressive dish to add to your repertoire.
Blender Dutch Baby
This Blender Dutch Baby (aka German Pancake) is mixed in the blender and served either sweet or savory with your favorite toppings. And voilà, just like that you have a simple yet elegant breakfast on the table in minutes.
Caprese Christmas Wreath
Caprese Christmas Wreath- With just 5 ingredients and less than 10 minutes, you can make this beautiful Christmas salad. A perfect addition for holiday parties that’s festive and fun!
How To Build An Epic Cheeseboard
I’ve been making a cheeseboard for Thanksgiving the last few years. And even though this year is different, I still wanted to create one. During this pandemic one of my outlets has been creating epic spreads of whatever I’m making, writing a recipe from it, and photographing the finished product. So this cheese board was
Roasted Carrots – Garlic, Walnuts & Goat Cheese
Roasted Carrots with Garlicky Walnuts and Goat Cheese. These delicious Roasted Carrots make the perfect side dish for just about any meal. Roasting them at a high temperature brings out their natural sweetness and gives them the perfect caramelized edges and tender-crisp texture.
Skillet Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Skillet Roasted Brussel Sprouts are a quick and easy way to prepare brussels sprouts. Crispy, caramelized, and doesn’t require an oven. Add this to your weeknight dinners for a delicious side dish!
Crispy Roasted Cabbage
Crispy Roasted Cabbage. Roasting cabbage makes it super tender. Add on a crispy panko breadcrumb mixture to give texture and you’re talking flavor perfection. This dish is simple enough for a weeknight dinner, but also elegant for a dinner party!
Rosemary Parmesan Potato Stacks
Potatoes. Is there ever a wrong way to prepare potatoes? These Rosemary Parmesan Potato Stacks are simple yet elegant. Crispy edges and a creamy center, they’re just one more potato dish to add to your list to make! Bon Appetit!
Easy Peppermint Bark
This Easy Peppermint Bark recipe is made with just 4 ingredients: dark chocolate, white chocolate, peppermint extract, and candy canes. An easy and delicious no-bake holiday treat that you’ll never have to buy again!
Chocolate Discs (Mendiants)
Mendiants are French confections served around Christmastime – melted chocolate with dried fruit and nuts. Perfect for homemade gift-giving or keeping for yourself! So many combinations, endless possibilities!
Maple and Cinnamon Poached Pears
Simple yet elegant, these Maple and Cinnamon Poached Pears are a simple dessert that will leave your friends and family talking! They’re that good!
So there you have it. Here are a few of my favorite recipes to make this holiday season. The holidays are a time to come together, connect with food, and create memories. As a dietitian, I always love to encourage people to ‘be in the moment’ and enjoy. Food is more than just fuel; it’s social, celebratory, cultural, and connects people. If you’re living with a chronic health condition, find joy in the holidays this season, enjoy the food, and embrace connections!
This is a round-up of my favorite holiday recipes. But I also love giving ‘gifts of experience.’ If you’re looking for a gift to create a memory, find an activity or a moment to share with your special people. Here are a few ideas for an alternative gift-giving guide! Happy Holidays, my internet friends!
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