Two Weeks to Go – Christmas Recipes to Get Ahead of the Game

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Get ready to indulge in a delightful array of Christmas foods that will make your holiday truly special! This slideshow features mouthwatering recipes, including Easy Christmas Dinner Beef Tenderloin Roast, Orange Bourbon Roasted Turkey Breast, and comforting sides like Cheesy Mashed Potatoes Casserole and Garlic Parmesan Mashed Sweet Potatoes. Brighten your table with a Harvest Salad with Roasted Chickpeas or enjoy a delicious Southern Corn Pudding. For dessert, treat your family to Dark and Stormy Sticky Toffee Pudding or an elegant Yule Log. Join us as we explore these delectable dishes and create lasting memories around the table this Christmas!

Easy Christmas Dinner Beef Tenderloin Roast

Carved beef tenderloin roast on a wooden cutting board with rosemary.
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The Christmas pièce de resistance of all holiday centerpiece roasts, a whole tenderloin. This filet mignon beef tenderloin recipe, effortlessly prepared in a single roasting pan, captures the essence of special occasions like a holiday feast, ensuring every bite celebrates the season’s finest flavors.
Get the Recipe: Easy Christmas Dinner Beef Tenderloin Roast

Sauteed Brussels Sprouts Recipe with Pears, Blue Cheese, and Walnuts

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This sauteed Brussels Sprouts recipe with Pears, Blue Cheese, and Walnuts is our favorite way to dress up a healthy side dish.
Get the Recipe: Sauteed Brussels Sprouts Recipe with Pears, Blue Cheese, and Walnuts

The 3 Ingredient Ham Glaze Recipe That Changes Everything

A pastry brush brushing glaze onto a whole ham in a roasting pan.
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A sticky-sweet perfection that is this 3 Ingredient Ham Glaze thanks to tangy ingredients that put those packet mixes to shame!

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Southern Corn Pudding

The image shows a close-up of a corn casserole topped with pieces of corn, green onions, and seasonings. The dish has a golden-brown finish and is garnished with fresh herbs.
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Baked until gorgeously golden, spoonsful of ‘creamy corn pudding bliss’ grace the dinner table in this Classic Southern Corn Pudding dish. If serving as part of a holiday meal, it compliments everything from holiday ham to a tenderloin roast!
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Orange Bourbon Roasted Turkey Breast

Sliced roasted turkey breast on a white platter, accompanied by sprigs of rosemary and thyme, and garnished with sliced oranges.
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Fully cooked turkey breast, once combined with zesty oranges, molasses, and a splash of bourbon—transforms into a roasted turkey that’s both elegant and downright scrumptious!
Get the Recipe: Orange Bourbon Roasted Turkey Breast

Potatoes Au Gratin

Potatoes Au Gratin
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Thinly sliced potatoes baked in a creamy, cheesy sauce make this Potatoes Au Gratin recipe pure potato casserole heaven.
Get the Recipe: Potatoes Au Gratin

Turkey Tenderloin

Turkey Tenderloin
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Whether you choose to make it in the oven or slow cooker, this recipe makes succulent turkey tenderloin that’s bursting with flavor. With a simple brine, a savory sauce, and aromatic herbs, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends.
Get the Recipe: Turkey Tenderloin

Cheesy Cauliflower Casserole

Cheesy Cauliflower Casserole
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Craving something warm and satisfying? Look no further than this Cheesy Cauliflower Bake. It’s a symphony of cheese and creamy goodness in every bite.
Get the Recipe: Cheesy Cauliflower Casserole

Herbed Dinner Rolls

Herbed Dinner Rolls
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Take your typical bread and boost it with this Herbed Dinner Rolls recipe. You’ll love the flavors baked throughout these soft, pillowy dinner rolls with butter and salt on top.
Get the Recipe: Herbed Dinner Rolls

Cheesy Mashed Potatoes Casserole

The image shows baked mashed potatoes in a white oval dish with a serving spoon. The top is covered with melted cheese and garnished with chopped green onions. Nearby, a piece of the dish is served on a plate.
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Prepare this delicious Cheesy Mashed Potatoes Casserole recipe ahead of time for a stress-free holiday meal. Simple steps, big cheesy flavor, and THE PERFECT side dish!
Get the Recipe: Cheesy Mashed Potatoes Casserole

Easy Homemade Biscuits

Two baked biscuits on a white and gold towel.
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Homemade biscuits from scratch are so easy to make and can be on your table in 30 minutes
Get the Recipe: Easy Homemade Biscuits

Harvest Salad with Roasted Chickpeas

Harvest Salad with Roasted Chickpeas
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This hearty harvest salad features roasted chickpeas, pecans, and apples for added crunch and protein. Combined with seasonal vegetables and a creamy pumpkin dressing, this is a satisfying meal on its own or as a side.
Get the Recipe: Harvest Salad with Roasted Chickpeas

Beet, Carrot and Pomegranate Salad

A colorful beet salad on a white plate, featuring sliced red and yellow beets, pomegranate seeds, pistachios, and fresh herbs. A fork rests on the side, and the salad is lightly dressed and sprinkled with cracked pepper.
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Add some vibrant color and crunch to your holiday lineup with this Beet, Carrot, and Pomegranate Salad. The sweetness of beets and carrots pairs perfectly with the tangy pop of pomegranate seeds, making this salad a great choice to prep in advance for a festive touch. It’s a refreshing way to balance out those heavier Thanksgiving dishes.
Get the Recipe: Beet, Carrot and Pomegranate Salad

Dark and Stormy Sticky Toffee Pudding

Dark and Stormy Sticky Toffee Pudding
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If you like the Dark and Stormy cocktail, then you’ll love this Sticky Toffee Pudding! The classic British dessert gets an upgrade with spicy ginger and dark, tropical rum. Top these melt-in-your-mouth moist cakes with an easy butter rum sauce for an unforgettably boozy treat!
Get the Recipe: Dark and Stormy Sticky Toffee Pudding

Basic Cranberry Sauce

A jar of cranberry sauce on a wooden table, surrounded by fresh cranberries, pecans, a gold spoon with some sauce, and a striped cloth.
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This Basic Cranberry Sauce brings just the right balance of tart and sweet to complement all your Thanksgiving dishes. It’s easy to make ahead, giving you more breathing room on the big day. You can also tweak it with different flavors to keep it fresh every year.
Get the Recipe: Basic Cranberry Sauce

Slow Cooker Brussels Sprouts

A decorative ceramic dish filled with roasted Brussels sprouts, pomegranate seeds, and crumbled feta cheese. The colorful dish is placed on a white plate, with another plate of the same dish in the background. A slow cooker is slightly visible to the left.
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These Slow Cooker Brussels Sprouts make Thanksgiving easier by letting your slow cooker do all the work. With fresh cranberries and a sprinkle of feta, it’s a vibrant and tangy side dish that can be made ahead. Perfect for saving space in the oven while adding a pop of color to your table.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Brussels Sprouts

Garlic Parmesan Mashed Sweet Potatoes

A pot of creamy orange mashed sweet potatoes topped with grated parmesan cheese and black pepper. A wooden spoon is immersed in the mash, and a small dish of additional cheese and pepper is placed nearby.
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These Garlic Parmesan Mashed Sweet Potatoes combine the natural sweetness of the potatoes with savory garlic and cheese. You can easily make this dish ahead of time and heat it up when needed, saving time for other Thanksgiving tasks. The flavors are a comforting twist on a classic side.
Get the Recipe: Garlic Parmesan Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Easy Chocolate Mousse Recipe

Easy Chocolate Mousse Recipe
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This easy chocolate mousse recipe whips up in just 15 minutes! So airy & light, with a rich, deep chocolate flavor. Fancy, yet so quick & simple!
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Garlic Butter Prime Rib

A beautifully presented photo of Garlic Butter Prime Rib
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This garlic butter prime rib is juicy, tender, and full of flavor. Plus, it looks beautiful at the center of any holiday table.
Get the Recipe: Garlic Butter Prime Rib

Best Brine Recipe for Turkey

A raw turkey breast is submerged in a pot of brine with orange peels, garlic cloves, peppercorns, bay leaves, and sprigs of herbs, preparing for cooking or marinating.
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Brining your bird with this Best Turkey Brine Recipe ensures a moist and flavorful centerpiece for your Thanksgiving feast. It’s a simple step that can be done ahead of time, giving you more room to breathe on the day of. Whether roasting or deep-frying, this brine helps your turkey shine.
Get the Recipe: Best Brine Recipe for Turkey

Yule Log Recipe

Yule Log Recipe
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This chocolate yule log recipe will make your whole holiday! Chocolate cake spiraled around a fluffy chocolate filling & frosted with whipped ganache.
Get the Recipe: Yule Log Recipe

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About Jenny deRemer

I am a Charleston, South Carolina-based culinary novice, an ardent authority on all things travel, a designer by trade, and the creator of Not Entirely Average. I have a weakness for farmers' markets, delight in adventures way off the beaten path, enjoy documenting my many moods through photography, and have been known to conquer the occasional yard sale with gusto!

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