Occasion: Christmas
No matter how your family celebrates Christmas, we have great ideas for everything from appetizers and sides to entrees and desserts. Whether you're looking to make cookies for Santa or a new dish, our recipes are sure to become a family tradition.
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       Dessert DessertClassic Angel Food CakePlan ahead: Allow at least two days for the elderflower syrup to sit at room temperature before starting the cake. This recipe appears in… Likes: 1
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       Dessert DessertClassic Pound CakeEnjoy a slice of this classic cake on its own or topped with berries and whipped cream. Likes: 3
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       Dessert DessertPear Tarte TatinPrepare Martha Stewart's pear tarte tatin recipe from the "Pâte Brisée" episode of Martha Bakes. Likes: 1
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       Entree EntreeCrown Roast of Pork with Wild Rice StuffingMartha Stewart's crown roast of pork recipe appears in the "Perfect Roast" episode of Martha Stewart's Cooking School. Likes: 1
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     Dessert DessertMaple Mille Crêpes CakeGâteau Mille Crêpes is a classic French cake recipe. The crêpes are layered with maple-scotch pastry cream and covered in caramelized… Likes: 10
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     Entree EntreeRicotta Gnocchi with Salsa della NonnaMake this ricotta gnocchi recipe with salsa della nonna for a romantic dinner. There are surprisingly few ingredients. Recipe shared by… 
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     Dessert DessertCherry ClafoutisMake this French dessert, cherry clafoutis with Kirsch, fresh cherries, eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract. Recipe shared by Chef Patrick… 
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     Entree EntreeBraised Beef Short RibsMake this braised beef short ribs recipe with Cabernet Sauvignon, carrots, celery, leeks, chicken stock, and tomato paste. Recipe shared by… 
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     Entree EntreeVirginia Ham and OystersThis dish was served all over Virginia as a combination. Oysters traveled very well, especially in cooler months. While Colonial cooks… 
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     Dessert DessertCookies and Cream TrufflesCelebrate Valentine's Day with this cookies and cream truffles recipe. Combine chocolate sandwich cookies and cream cheese then roll in… 
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     Soup and Stew Soup and StewSweet Potato Leek SoupSweet potatoes have more flavor than regular potatoes with lots of vitamins, and this recipe is relatively easy to make. Food blogger Marc… 
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       Side Dish Side DishHerb-Roasted PotatoesThis herb-roasted potatoes recipe from Martha Stewart is a delicious side dish that does not require great skill to make taste… 
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     Beverage BeverageClassic Hot ToddyThis classic warming cocktail is the perfect nightcap for a day spent out in the snow or generally being with loved ones. Food blogger… Likes: 1
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     Dessert DessertDark Chocolate Cinnamon Holiday CookiesWhip out some perfect Christmas cookies for Santa Claus with your children. Food blogger Jenna Weber explains why these are quick Christmas… Likes: 1
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     Snack SnackWhite Bean Cashew DipThis appetizer is certain to please even the most finicky reveler at your party. 
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     Dessert DessertCoconut VegaroonsFlaxseeds stand in for the egg whites in this recipe, while garbanzo bean flour helps to bind them. The result is a flawless macaroon that…