Christmas 2023: Recipes, Menus, Gift Ideas, More!

It's truly restaurant-worthy.

One is never enough.

You probably have all the ingredients you need to make it already.

Sweet and tangy.

I never celebrate Thanksgiving without it.

And comes together in no time, thanks to canned pumpkin!

Ham is always good, but these side dishes make ham great.

It's key to the juiciest Thanksgiving bird.

You don't even have to cut the potatoes.

Nobody wants to settle for dry or gluey mashed potatoes.

We tried every method out there to come up with the very best.

It's the best every time.

You don't even have to drain them.

Spiking is optional but highly encouraged.

I can't stop snacking on them.

For perfectly cooked green beans that are flavorful, crisp, and tender, you have to employ this quick two-step technique.

We love number 7.

Make this the year you try it.

The secret ingredient comes from the freezer.

Plus they'll solve one of Thanksgiving's most common disputes.

It's a showstopper that only requires four ingredients.

It's much easier than it sounds.

It's even great for beginners.

When the side becomes the star.

Plus, there's little to no clean up.

Ready to pack into little pink boxes — or directly into your mouth.

Thanks to a preheated baking sheet and a drizzle of honey, these sprouts are extra caramelized and extra crispy.

Just saying.

Fast, flavorful, and super easy.

This recipe for fudge is a classic one from my childhood. I like it because it requires no special equipment or ingredients — just sugar, cocoa powder, milk, salt, butter and vanilla. Even a candy thermometer is optional. I like this recipe for its practicality and deliciousness, but I love it because it’s my father’s recipe and every time I make it, it’s like I’m spending time with him again.

There really is nothing quite like a multi-day cooking project to ease winter’s biting chill, and with the current temperatures in the single digits I’m sure we could all use an activity to bide our time indoors. These Southern-style tamales are the perfect way to get your friends and family off the couch and into the kitchen, and a batch is guaranteed to keep your minds occupied and bellies warm!

If hash brown casserole had a bougie aunt, this dish would be it.

Crispy on the outside, buttery and tender on the inside.

Just when I thought I’d filled my arsenal with enough delicious homemade holiday treats, along came heavenly hash to sweep them all under the carpet. The combination of bittersweet chocolate, roasted almonds, and marshmallows is truly a gift from above! Heavenly Hash may be better known as an ice cream flavor, but it actually started out as a candy.

On Thanksgiving, I don’t think any dish inspires quite as much love and jealousy as stuffing. Or, for that matter, technical debate over stuffing vs. dressing. Sure, if it’s baked inside the turkey it’s stuffing, and if it’s not, it’s dressing. But to me, it will always be stuffing — it sounds so much more satisfying than dressing, which brings to mind vinaigrette. And on my table, the stuffing is always some version of this classic sage and onion mix.

It feels so fancy to put them on a cookie tray for a spot of afternoon tea.

Perfect for a cold evening.

Crisp on the outside, gooey on the inside.

This stunning savory stuffed pumpkin is bound to be the pièce de résistance at your next party, but don’t fret — while it is definitely a noteworthy centerpiece, it won’t give you nearly as much grief as a turkey dinner for 12 people! This recipe, a mash-up of sausage, bread and cheese, is guaranteed to impress guests when it makes its grand debut at the table.

Bring together brioche bread and a sweet custard and you have a never-fail, crowd-pleasing dessert.

The very best way to cook Brussels sprouts.

Here's what happens when classic New York-style cheesecake meets Southern pecan pie.

This is how to up your pancake game for holiday brunch.

Step up your holiday brunch with this make-ahead breakfast casserole.

It's got pancetta, cheese, eggs, and unending delight for everyone.

It makes for the most delicious leftovers.

I've received many texts along the lines of "Merry Christmas and enjoy the fattah."

These festive bites take less than no time to make and are sure to garner plenty of praise.

It's similar to eggnog and tastes delicious hot or cold.

The magic is in the easy homemade shrimp stock.

It's the perfect recipe for little helpers.

"With the dish’s ease and fabulous taste, I would absolutely make this again — even after the holidays are over."

Caramel flan sits atop the chocolate cake like a golden, caramel crown.

The zest from one orange adds a little brightness, while the brown sugar pairs nicely with the toasted flour and almonds.

Yes, it is 100% possible.

In this recipe, cornstarch makes all the difference.

You just need three ingredients to make it.

The flurry of shredded coconut that coats each rice cake reminds me of both the snow in New York, and my childhood in the hot and humid Philippines.

Pastry cream, bananas, flaky pie crust, and fluffy whipped cream is a recipe for smiles.