{"id":246060,"date":"2025-12-07T03:00:14","date_gmt":"2025-12-07T03:00:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/blog\/?post_type=articles&#038;p=246060"},"modified":"2025-11-19T20:24:46","modified_gmt":"2025-11-19T20:24:46","slug":"christmas-menu-recipes-for-a-stress-free-day","status":"publish","type":"articles","link":"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/blog\/articles\/read\/246060\/christmas-menu-recipes-for-a-stress-free-day\/","title":{"rendered":"Christmas Menu Recipes for a Stress-Free Day"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Preparing a holiday meal can be stressful. We&#8217;re here to alleviate some of the anxiety of planning by gathering an assortment of Christmas menu recipes for a stress-free day. Featuring a variety of appetizers, main dishes, side dishes, desserts, and holiday drinks, both seasoned cooks and novice cooks can make these recipes. Mix and match, grabbing what works with your favorite family recipes to create a meal your family will love.<br \/>\n<!-- Recipe Roundup 6223755625889792 --><\/p>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/drink\/non-alcoholic-drink\/old-virginia-wassail-cider.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/CoH1Rj44e-FQWmV2GIBDwPjBJ01nZtuhbN5M4gb36Z_LyaQxVzR7PccXS-LZPqs83JGMT6TylQb4INRMsvIULG0KDj1kC205mIxnnMEMwwUz_FUP8CjO\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">YVONNE CORBETT<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">KALISPELL, MT<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/orz-bbAp8xvxn78tzh-mhnLRM0KGRS01twmjSjbgN_f6bk8qSl82K3EIBFVTSuNMZmuHsi3FEGu_TNJy2lXwVw7bRSQ27D8mK9DNdJs=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/drink\/non-alcoholic-drink\/old-virginia-wassail-cider.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Old Virginia Wassail Cider<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;This is a good drink anytime, but especially during the holidays. Great for cold weather entertaining. The smell of it simmering on the stove is like a little slice of heaven.&#8221; &#8211; Yvonne<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/side\/vegetable\/easy-cheesy-creamed-spinach-garlic.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/45hWuPFJS3tjHi84UiSJreLRBH3kDYKR7BG9LPmg5ChHxoA7vwGNBhY_x0NVR1rPb69giDp-j9Vy4squLpt-4uB0zhlPincqQXwlqn1Q8If4WxVzTOk\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">LAUREN CONFORTI<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">HARRIMAN, TN<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/LgHgWz-qDgTfWubjYhi-PEX11EBvY1HdteXsyvadIUahgoUqbGVYS7pV6vtYAcorAZKsheWiF1N7L5T1eY-nnW_aFiVwezT26HCXUE8=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/side\/vegetable\/easy-cheesy-creamed-spinach-garlic.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Easy Cheesy Creamed Spinach With Garlic<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;My mother-in-law makes a wonderful creamed spinach. I tried my version, adjusted it to my taste, and added Parmesan cheese.&#8221; &#8211; Lauren<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/pork\/honey-glazed-ham.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/8gCzPWHA1wJN5Wjdm5FnetYowjXNmcXAqjqfv24ls6Ccw9xhGu--Izs0oGy0iJqwwfCgCNqy6THVUoKsb3FaTCxVUhaF8JiVeu5iT3w5n3ZCZagQd34V\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">MAUREEN COOPER<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">TILBURY, ON<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/RE9GupD8bZ8_kMaLH_y7QZ_T_2zDMRTDTnRwFIl_bSZaKJj5KObnPSdR9mlLT534VatQ5_HLKja1mpQvjpWw8fZQckXjG2gCT8_befI=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/pork\/honey-glazed-ham.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Honey Glazed Ham<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;My in-laws just love this ham. The ham comes out moist and juicy. Makes great leftovers for ham sandwiches.&#8221; &#8211; Maureen<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/side\/potatoes\/candied-yams-4.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/pwSv99iuA8kMaK3xEfo-X3o9tgEOgRk9fx6VJSJbcQwQgrAnt0fW5ac2ojRTfbvVluRM2oiC-Gb9jI333I4KGmOzZHmcIrNRHhSyE6M\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">FANNIE MCCOY<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">RUSK, TX<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/PP-RCGIxoan5A9MFLRM5XUspkUPcMKbVPao-Od65iT3moQLbiIB2LTfCBwriMs0fqzBS-bXCeoK99LDPnfFZsd09pQHp74PzTSMAlWg=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/side\/potatoes\/candied-yams-4.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Candied Yams<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;Candied yams (sweet potatoes) are a must for the holidays. Gotta love that country cooking!&#8221; &#8211; Fannie<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/dessert\/pudding\/yorkshire-pudding-perfect-with-prime-rib.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/VFZoz2H2xnvCPpK1n1S_PC5Taf5rARYxc_ZUiCm6nN3wToj8WwBr7CULgBLKK9-B5eqyfAx0E5ewWcceeZLsmXWr--LKhoSDX4LEjdqBiXFQTK71Ubhd\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">DEB CRANE<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">EAGLE, WI<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/laZCiqh7IHHwr5n9TMZTa_OzrxZYlfeddVxKCgpfP1_zf4sgL7xVvbS73sniooUbL4DSeP7osLvRPfUt-I41I0eopqu0I9qAe5wrde_-=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/dessert\/pudding\/yorkshire-pudding-perfect-with-prime-rib.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Yorkshire Pudding (Perfect With Prime Rib)<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;This is the recipe I use when I make Prime Rib. I never go without Yorkshire pudding when I make Prime Rib. This uses the rendered juices from the roast. Perfect for soaking up the great Au Jus that the roast renders!&#8221; &#8211; Deb<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/side\/potatoes\/deborahs-super-delicious-sweet-potato-casserole.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/qxa0slMw4sDpv_j32IKo70MxjJp8-sNDd929EDJ2XV3g1K2pMiF3zkUpytfBiD0Y5DRsVkW-m8l_WWLYuYa3PwFDWBFxi7wZrAUlvfmIlQZokO86eYed\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">DEBORAH GONZALEZ<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">FT. LAUDERDALE, FL<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/yIAks2EQIFlEvTJWfHutUbW8dguPemN1kvzgS9RUoKPT_5XaHiJTH5GjeOzUyvaCesOVVgazH29HyWByHCIsFPeUiflZ0K4551nm92Z_=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/side\/potatoes\/deborahs-super-delicious-sweet-potato-casserole.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Deborah&#8217;s Super Delicious Sweet Potato Casserole<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;I have been perfecting this recipe for 25 years, maybe longer. I learned the basics from my grandmother and have added a few extra things along the way. I believe this is my best ever!&#8221; &#8211; Deborah<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/appetizer\/cheese-appetizer\/savory-mushroom-brie-en-croute.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/f52UMVq4Q7mhmwxpsaFIG4sA6tegjmGlt-e3D04plSbo3JLBXkMYUgK7UZJxbAXZ1WsmaHRKz6YPOsxQ54O_2-8rff1_UIQgBvOPVd2IyuVzC6wsSRG1\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">ARLENE JACOBSON<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">GRAND TERRACE, CA<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/VnDNBhGCJnnA53PBaG3ipGgubaKAdrWS1Wg7Wgr_noItbGuCYR0exu5FqNAn2LH-FrDejbTDpqG-nIZNf8-enUk2njYwu25UQ-pyKbc=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/appetizer\/cheese-appetizer\/savory-mushroom-brie-en-croute.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Savory Mushroom Brie En Cro\u00fbte<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;My husband and I love to entertain. I love Brie, and he loves mushrooms. I tried to create a new recipe that includes both to share with our friends. Everyone loves this recipe.&#8221; &#8211; Arlene<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/dessert\/cake\/christmas-trifle.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/s1gPtDwu-P9ILq-kOMw3y5MvjLBkV5oZYDkWuMTnpFOZrKbwwL4-p6_87iuHyIeCCvfzP3WTv3_fQ5hwFSquvofD3qSP8xtiIamj6q0Wr3c8yldRu9w\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">REBECCA MCCRIGHT<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">KERRVILLE, TX<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/eIGqb9ny45oz2UzFOfCR_hUsQ8mP3o-9mJM3bQJtEuIuf_wQke0Oq2TlLoP0pf0eqIgBYL1Qf2wHUrTuQMpdQa6e7sirmvwbbo78Nz8T=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/dessert\/cake\/christmas-trifle.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Christmas Trifle<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;Trifles are such fun! So many variations, and so many ways to make them look pretty. They&#8217;re a wonderful chance to get creative. My sister wants to substitute gingerbread cake for the vanilla next year. Sounds yummy!&#8221; &#8211; Rebecca<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/beef\/the-finest-prime-rib-seasoning.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/2LbPXjyNYo-J2gQBYw6vw_MSZfUIYV2Q-OnFXyoxvhoNMIAoiUf2vgSDXY29H0vOrOPFWAksf-9G6Ge7zs_3PJy1AS_qzS9KAdxy6fAyW1ogE5RrHE-E\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">LARINDA COOK<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">PRIEST RIVER, ID<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/s0gfd0JjdTHMBk6xvuVO8hKc2JZevQA-kiRDsQBU4ZyHXtURdGqxNkTbWVtKxS3qq-CaulyfcsqP3JLEnU4thB-CgYUKeYEZvAkccTw=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/beef\/the-finest-prime-rib-seasoning.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Prime Rib Seasoning (Awesome)<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;This is definitely a gourmet restaurant-quality recipe! I have had this recipe for over 30 years. I have always mixed up batches and given them to people over the holidays.&#8221; &#8211; Larinda<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/bakedbroiledandbasted.com\/peppermint-bark\/?utm_source=featured-blogger&#038;utm_medium=curatorcrowd&#038;utm_campaign=curatorcrowd&#038;utm_content=justapinch.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/Voc9RDccm7nu5s2M8M2Cio2fI7NwpCOFnX9e2trGjGFk_RXyelmlEwBNQmJc3XW4qyk9_mykv5uxdqGI2Ky1Y_T0SnMBxk_8k2M2FCFhkfSuRNRimIg6\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">FEATURED BLOGGER <\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/ADrOTxRjcmqfedLJqk3fj42ltYdwTFC9pwYdoZHFGJO4vvqly7uOP0z_XTaoFcdXMvEP3vZWObo6DckQ7HcXwufkkh5kARCup3wmGbo=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/bakedbroiledandbasted.com\/peppermint-bark\/?utm_source=featured-blogger&#038;utm_medium=curatorcrowd&#038;utm_campaign=curatorcrowd&#038;utm_content=justapinch.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Peppermint Bark<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;Peppermint Bark is a Christmas candy with a layer of dark chocolate, then white chocolate. The top is dusted with minty Christmas candy canes.&#8221; &#8211; Debbie<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/appetizer\/seafood-appetizer\/crab-balls.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/OJhBePNHh7oJYYfbJM7E9iG4lACFc6Ff5DX1iEspXUWKZWpSNEZ3oehA8zRMAfPwas-44KypVEcIGH96z8Gz4f36l4tafPgvbDGwkMGWwDDjYwE6WlnCUQ\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">MELISSA TURNER<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">EAST MOLINE, IL<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/TEj9XfzsDfjg-5eRYUpp25pdlKm7D4zTw87V1v5qu3JwqJiuCt7nhkNmyfKlS_xd_D7fhlhWxaAQ96VybQhsEp-fpDY38wooLjGze9w=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/appetizer\/seafood-appetizer\/crab-balls.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Crab Balls<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;These baked crab balls are fun and super easy to make. This recipe could be enjoyed as an appetizer or even a light dinner.&#8221; &#8211; Melissa<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/appetizer\/cheese-appetizer\/hot-bacon-cheese-spread.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/ULwYShe1-aJ4G2709SlRpz98mQXdlJPZ7FRTk_Klf3ogjemIUnlGRrHBSSMHJr1yIRws3dY-hMwmfpQFaYV3GGCYs6ftQImoCdpY79edYAIST-4vhh_F\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">DEBBE GUSTER<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">ORRVILLE, OH<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/rrGz6B8gt3q9kmxofQ7zxKBVzlSBOGlR_VeuTEKrywAuydXM7nz49cWe21k2nUcqO8S96dd8eIaTQcFt5Yhhe2ocoPncpyxS746UzjbS=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/appetizer\/cheese-appetizer\/hot-bacon-cheese-spread.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hot Bacon Cheese Spread<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;I made this recipe for our Christmas Eve party. I set it down and went to hang my coat up, and when I got back, half of it was gone. They loved it and asked for it every year.&#8221; &#8211; Debbe<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/dessert\/pie\/chocolate-kahlua-pecan-pie.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/h8iEec1KafhGijQ95NcTHkz0bNpoa-M1AJkka4M61GoZvDp1UtFjpne0T7NeqSI36jbvR-bpL268F3CvkPq2knTAHjdqxsbDfX36oTaz\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">BAILEY JANE SHERRY<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">KANSAS CITY, KS<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/btq6dtgKpwfZPFrmSvnreI4u1uRbUCQJ6lOrk76nvleiqe5Zbvgk2yGlS95WGTdupFPr734nu3XY0TxZjW0w6AjTCiT_hzbNn0mGFm-l=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/dessert\/pie\/chocolate-kahlua-pecan-pie.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chocolate Kahlua Pecan Pie<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;I made this for Thanksgiving this year and it was a great success! It&#8217;s an easy pie, with just a little extra flair. It&#8217;s sure to please and never disappoint.&#8221; &#8211; Bailey Jane<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/drink\/non-alcoholic-drink\/hot-cranberry-tea.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/ZzWm4WbbqlfPif1uEWxszIH9waUckQvfFNuxVgRkjqz5APM0TTJGRAj4fhKKSJcdlO7_O906UPqth7w6Gs8Mzn_MxxjJYNBNGLfwq0PciMdumYxUN3PfZg\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">DEANNE DYER<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">JACKSONVILLE, IL<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/4uAal9os3N1C78S2sWT5HMPU61g_EecpwcSVs6LgNeACzLzzmhbw_ex2_FFooae-Cr2TX52QC7fd2PZ_QU1MZzoP4w-o60o89j2i_A=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/drink\/non-alcoholic-drink\/hot-cranberry-tea.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hot Cranberry Tea<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;This yummy, tasty drink is a tradition in our family during the holidays.&#8221; &#8211; Deanne<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/side\/side-vegetable\/favorite-green-bean-casserole.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/esnQr1pjnAcDvb9NTg9HZtxhF5b1mHOsO29S8N8rvYL9hUdReBk-1q5Tiq6AV6E4HiODyAlOSCKSzgoZesGwP3Gb2y0Bzqt7gJ_4bZGgckrIRrbJh--RmQ\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">DENE MITZEL<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">BILOXI, MS<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/VeS0inYgnDLxCUQ297vs5JdbugdFOBeSXackGoPaE-5-vSYrALDr5-np9JyqtiapHKXgvFiUiO9YcJ1GcWS3yMHD8GK_1mtQdm-Uhg=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/side\/side-vegetable\/favorite-green-bean-casserole.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Favorite Green Bean Casserole<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;Some of the green bean casseroles I have made over the years have been just plain boring! I have tried many different ones, adding this &#8216;n that, trying to jazz it up or add something to make it a little different from the rest. So far, this is my favorite, and we have been having this for holiday dinners for several years.&#8221; &#8211; Dene<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/bread\/bread-sweet-bread\/sweet-fluffy-dinner-rolls.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/wKgX3kjfN6pn03AoiOzQw_LUx67RVa3G-VGISXLLTbVsNijTFma6WCwpdBlBWB1GYt5UJMMUMAqUOk-JF-XFvcj2T5aGSvnaJn-HaRqL0cce1VoJ_GbB\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">CHRISTINA HALEY<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">UNION CITY, TN<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/SdpoEIK9TZXOv7i9RSMouoeStnMoWGxdXlmFMFRLpUaXd3hWnwNKF9_gEXDBbhQpX9v22Z3gw6yN2aeukjgyLbtx-dx_JvEg1kUpq5gTAqqY1l1m69Ah=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/bread\/bread-sweet-bread\/sweet-fluffy-dinner-rolls.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sweet &#038; Fluffy Dinner Rolls<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;These are delicious for any occasion.&#8221; &#8211; Christina<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/dessert\/pie\/mellinas-eggnog-sweet-potato-pie.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/TxrF5VnAZ3VN368UOuHV9uG5aK0wIBciFqBAouT6hkfGPU2pSczlwl4QOHS2yuerP7jrb64L5Q0VHpjYjpj1sNPW5XwuhEI0otHeAa4JCMOctLWM-bsm\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">MELLINA LAND<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">CHICAGO, IL<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/Z9ykm5f3L_QgOkLQpWGx1zBH0kmnavGwqlL-XNL55I4lg4iHCZVWcB10zOHx4ENzwDuK00zdi1KPEmkuRR2s-mFpnDyTvPohqrmB_NSO=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/dessert\/pie\/mellinas-eggnog-sweet-potato-pie.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mellina&#8217;s Eggnog Sweet Potato Pie<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;I came up with this Eggnog Sweet Potato Pie with a vanilla wafer crust recipe because I love cooking with eggnog, and I really like sweet potato pie. But, I don&#8217;t care for pie crust.&#8221; &#8211; Mellina<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/appetizer\/seafood-appetizer\/cream-cheese-shrimp-cocktail-appetizers.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/mQhcQ0UWYbeVGtRl1hj4rn49OC3ydax9D2nTwiS7MMja0zVXnqoJRJpfrrIlYaZP4JmtCtmMCTVUfgSfjButn4tEmattWxlwcMZLZn3UqSIlmFpHQ-V3\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">MARY LEE<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">N\/W, IN<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/kMgtIhozNhJk4wy8Tf_DE3YYav6YznexRoMusfWKGGkf-aaavn6cVPANAw0YWM4PGHzvNJQJ_3y5r_cdXkeg6gQRil6HMpyrkOibt1A=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/appetizer\/seafood-appetizer\/cream-cheese-shrimp-cocktail-appetizers.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cream Cheese Shrimp Cocktail Appetizers<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;This recipe has a bit of hotness to it, but it will surely be a big hit at your party. Tiny salad shrimp can also be used in this recipe.&#8221; &#8211; Mary<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/dessert\/chocolate\/panettone-bread-pudding.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/AJoNdKsMntTyd_jAqLWQnbFQfsZjgP_-OT9e2mt4ZO-zvd8mmaQ3F7jRcqmdIXlPq2UKltJsRUbCtd1zEwsuRfoTd-lj_Me4m6gVXcZMBHJHe1OhvA\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">DENISE FISHER<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">SANTA ROSA, CA<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/4-YK4cLRVXCjWGqLFjzVRxdBYpVVu39BgZmJJJqrGerTO96Rd5hs4p6Fzx1cgIcuVSS2vuXwANRJHG4FRff4-AFD80QxSrwFbsRMTWDlnYWOMox7LrA=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/dessert\/chocolate\/panettone-bread-pudding.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Panettone Bread Pudding<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;Delicious panettone bread pudding for a wonderful Christmas dessert.&#8221; &#8211; Denise<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/side\/vegetable\/parmesan-garlic-mashed-turnips.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/GmgK-U7pdTkYLV6u73kb_I1pt8Kh9TW8MeC4kH5j0wPR0LTaLbeHWgCxZ3uPZPcfXiiZSDBp-s8WISf-Wils-1lC32V5KfwaGBtd7U6T95aYvv1fG5A\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">PATSY FOWLER<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">ANDERSON, SC<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/Ge3wpjqzQPzhsxnjBQDLJoG8vF92T-0vGiYskT-SEkZV9qWVDmsBHJdWRD10D00KZQFDuQd963YVuNTzhOLJ0MUMT-4KLgysCZel8pTy=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/side\/vegetable\/parmesan-garlic-mashed-turnips.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Parmesan Garlic Mashed Turnips<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;I love my turnips cooked like this they are very tasty.&#8221; &#8211; Patsy<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/turkey\/turkey-brined-and-bagged.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/58u_JKzqrVCBuddORZc1WRXxRQr144nPwTqKHWv4WLjdGHNRJhMHe-nDFJqgYSdFqXXzXR8ZY_5nNFn0T-p1V25LbisNByct0_MVE1Sr\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">CANDI HUMMER<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">SILVER SPRINGS, NV<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/j4OiGCNaqsqzAcBK-wT1Hiui_Tca9TBGeJUSx4lnAF83a8KGVczM6EoCg2I3r8XipDMTs_g1HNORkvVlpnRTDywUvE53B7MT_SNN-mw=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/main-course\/turkey\/turkey-brined-and-bagged.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Turkey, Brined and Bagged!<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;Juicy, full of flavor, and even though it&#8217;s a 20 pounder, it&#8217;s gone the day after the holiday round here!&#8221; &#8211; Candi<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/side\/potatoes\/baked-creamed-potatos.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/GlWSk6fZjEKrPyoqa_22gxOfoYP43eqwoLJ1c14xXljOPF5Y4C73adcweMDFrrl_7Q4yfrjfiWYfcu7DPPhU2EgJtk2mKIfJCF1GKgLayXLZFPIyAH7g\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">ANNETTE JOHNSON<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">PANAMA CITY, FL<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/dI4rToeR6Beeh8wNIP5SulzcagqAMNO2MVqdkSYJdyb2fCgotty6jLIg9Wx6lydVNLPoT8FCgDXCaRGGEEc7LEER9AtG6HFV-gJU1Q=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/side\/potatoes\/baked-creamed-potatos.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Baked Creamed Potatoes<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;I have been making this for 40 years since I was 10 years old. I take it to church suppers, and there&#8217;s never any left. My family and friends beg for it.&#8221; &#8211; Annette<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/drink\/non-alcoholic-drink\/homemade-holiday-eggnog.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/90b-5NMaixp3MaVijtNpiNsCFyW_6ST1KHP91fOfnh8jZadJmR9j3LvXyrmGFxyRxvhOSri1srgh8sG4mkRE5cihXSPBV7AxKxvQel8VSrJcjvCsPPQ\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">FRANCINE LIZOTTE<\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\">SURREY SOUTH, BC<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/icDjZws_ushCWaokb9TIDukJ2PDo_KZMMbtSopPBfWqSRA-YLGkLdOHXIEvuJd8G3GvFRGcOqm-b6l4u3jeqmD2xd-Ma4qlA9EMiuYP_=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justapinch.com\/recipes\/drink\/non-alcoholic-drink\/homemade-holiday-eggnog.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Homemade Holiday Eggnog<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;Rich and creamy, this Homemade Holiday Eggnog is sure to please everyone! Sprinkle on some nutmeg and enjoy this incredible traditional beverage.&#8221; &#8211; Francine<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card card-white shadow my-4 mx-auto\">\n<div class=\"position-relative\">\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.closetcooking.com\/gingerbread-cake\/?utm_source=featured-blogger&#038;utm_medium=curatorcrowd&#038;utm_campaign=curatorcrowd&#038;utm_content=justapinch.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/eo5SsaD_yAzGv6MlOvV7CLkMXqLeEQwcZe3WY7-J5W3nH3rYikJ8XSQBwuLwDUWW2wYKzNC-QZUzHf_MiXSXWNu8KXOKZdkVtQai8bc66MKSAtIzKSeO\" class=\"card-img card-img-top\" alt=\"recipe image\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"position-absolute text-white banner-blue\">\n<div class=\"w-100\">\n<div class=\"ellipsis\">FEATURED BLOGGER <\/div>\n<div class=\"small ellipsis\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><img src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/hbo479oDLVnmFba5fwAY1gZ6fI59-4PbppqlMwvPK1yDr-qErba6z0rLfC_YCkka4Ox4-bhI9z0D-lRptXh7qJnxG4Fq4jMQg8biD2s=s78-p\" class=\"position-absolute shadow shadow-lg border border-white rounded-circle\" style=\"top:10px; left: 20px; width:80px; height:80px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.closetcooking.com\/gingerbread-cake\/?utm_source=featured-blogger&#038;utm_medium=curatorcrowd&#038;utm_campaign=curatorcrowd&#038;utm_content=justapinch.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gingerbread Cake<\/a><\/h2>\n<div>&#8220;A moist and tender, traditional style, gingerbread cake that&#8217;s the perfect holiday dessert!&#8221; &#8211; Kevin<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Preparing a holiday meal can be stressful. We&#8217;re here to alleviate some of the anxiety of planning by gathering an assortment of Christmas menu recipes for a stress-free day. Featuring a variety of appetizers, main dishes, side dishes, desserts, and holiday drinks, both seasoned cooks and novice cooks can make these recipes. 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