75 Best Christmas Dinner Ideas for a Memorable Feast
Fill your table with holiday roasts, sides, and appetizers!
Time just seems to speed up around the holiday season. With Christmas gift shopping, tree trimming, and a Christmas dinner menu to plan, there doesn’t seem to be enough hours in the day! Well, we’re here to help—at least in terms of some festive Christmas dinner ideas (the tree is something you’ll have to decorate yourself)! Whether you’re planning a big Christmas potluck with friends or a smaller Christmas dinner with your immediate family, this list of Christmas recipes will make the holiday dinner a night you’ll never forget. You can choose from a classic Christmas roast or Christmas ham, then get creative with one of many Christmas side dishes.
To kick things off, we've also included a slew of festive Christmas appetizers, like cocktail meatballs, baked brie, and pull-apart pigs in a blanket in the shape of a wreath. Serve them up with a cherry punch or winter sangria to keep your guests satisfied while you finish the cooking. Then, pull up a seat at the holiday table for a feast filled with family favorites. If you’re anything like Ree Drummond, then a prime rib is a must-have main course. But you’ll also find rack of lamb, roast chicken, and pasta recipes for anyone planning a vegetarian Christmas menu.
Whether it's an elegant holiday party or a more casual family affair, these recipes will make your dinnertime one to remember. Just don't forget the Christmas desserts!
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