What's not to love about Christmas? It is a time when we get to celebrate with friends and family and indulge in great-tasting food together. The mood should be relaxed and fun. But getting it all done can be daunting, even for the most experienced organizers. For novice cooks, it can be completely overwhelming. With this in mind, we've created doable, delicious, easy-to-follow recipes to create a stress-free season no matter what your skill level. Even better, this bookazine of unforgettable recipes can be used as a guide to entertaining any time of the year.
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Starters & Bites • ‘TIS THE SEASON TO GATHER FRIENDS AND FAMILY TO SHARE IN DELICIOUS SPREADS OF FINE FOOD. LOVED ONES WILL LINGER OVER THE BUFFET, SHARE GLAD TIDINGS AND GIVE THANKS FOR YOUR COOKING.
Meat & Mains • IT’S FUN TO CELEBRATE WITH A FEW NEW TRADITIONS ALONGSIDE HEIRLOOM DISHES. YOU CAN EVEN GRILL SOME OF THESE RECIPES IF THE WEATHER PERMITS—WE PROMISE, GRANDMA WOULD APPROVE.
Sides & Salads • EVERY GOOD COOK HAS AN ARSENAL OF HOLIDAY SIDE AND SALAD RECIPES TO SERVE AS THE CO-STARS TO MAIN ENTREES. THESE ARE SIMPLE TO PREPARE AND USE FRESH INGREDIENTS TO WOW YOUR CROWD.
Desserts • PUDDINGS, CHEESECAKES, PAVLOVAS… OH MY! THERE ARE SO MANY MERRY OPTIONS FOR DINNER FINALES PLUS VARIATIONS TO GIVE GUESTS THE SWEET BUFFET SPREAD OF THEIR DREAMS.
Food Gifts • HOMEMADE TOKENS OF APPRECIATION MAKE THE BEST GIFTS. TUCK IN JARS, WRAP IN RIBBONS OR PACK IN PRETTY BOXES AND PRESENT TO FRIENDS, TEACHERS, CO-WORKERS OR ANYONE WHO DESERVES A TREAT.
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