Christmas time is a time of celebration and spending time with family. It’s also a special treat because you get to eat delicious food! If you’re stressed out about what to cook for Christmas dinner, don’t worry. This article will give you seven unique dinner ideas that will leave your taste buds tingling
1.Ham Dinner
Having a large family come for Christmas dinner can be stressful, especially if you’re used to being alone. As mentioned at kitchenauthority.net, you need to ensure that you have enough room and food for everyone. However, this doesn’t mean you go beyond and spend a fortune on expensive kitchenware and food. With a guide on what you may need, you can ensure that your kitchen is adequately equipped for the big day.
Ham dinner goes better with such big family gatherings. When preparing ham dinner, you can cut it into thin slices and lay them on a sheet pan with some garlic cloves. Some may also add vegetables such as broccoli or cauliflower for added side dishes. You can cover the ham dinner with aluminum foil before setting it to bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit (176 Celsius) for 20 minutes per pound of meat.
For an alternative way of preparing ham, you may deep fry this tasty dish instead of baking it.
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2.Easy Turkey
Having turkey for dinner is a must during the holidays. It’s not only delicious, but it can be really easy to make too! You need to:
- Slice your turkey into small pieces and add them to a pot with gravy, vegetables, or herbs for flavor
- Bake at 400 degrees F until everything inside of the oven is cooked thoroughly
- Serve hot!
This dish serves about six people, depending on how big you cut your turkey pieces.
3.Mashed Potatoes with Butter and Cream Cheese
Another food that you can try for your Christmas dinner is mashed potatoes. The best thing about this dish, aside from tasting good and creamy, is that it’s so easy to make! All you need are the right ingredients, such as:
- Potatoes (preferably boiled)
- Milk
- Butter
- Cheese
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Just put everything in a blender, mix it up, heat the mixture for a few minutes, then serve. You can top your mashed potatoes with cheese or bacon bits if you want something extra!
4.Baked sweet potatoes topped with cinnamon sugar or marshmallows
Baked sweet potatoes are delicious and perfect for the winter season. You can put so many different toppings on them, but it’s recommended you either use cinnamon sugar or marshmallows.
For the cinnamon sugar topping, mix one tablespoon of sugar and one teaspoon of ground cinnamon. Then, just before serving, top each sweet potato with about two tablespoons of the mixture.
If you’re in the mood for something a little more gooey and melted, try using marshmallows instead! Just put them on top of the potatoes right before baking. You can also add a bit of extra flavor by drizzling some melted butter on top.
5.Chicken Pot Pie
Chicken pot pie is a portion of classic comfort food that will fill you up. There are so many different recipes, but you can use this one to get started.
Ingredients:
- One rotisserie chicken, shredded
- Two cups of frozen mixed vegetables
- One can of cream of mushroom soup
- One cup of milk
- Half a cup of flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Combine the chicken, vegetables, soup, milk, and flour in a large saucepan. Season with salt and pepper. Pour the mixture into a pie dish. Bake for about half an hour or until the crust is golden brown.
6.Pepper-Crusted Prime Rib
This one is easy to make and tastes fantastic!
You will need:
- A prime rib roast
- Fresh ground black pepper
- Rosemary, for garnish
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Pat the roast dry with a paper towel and generously season all over with freshly ground black pepper. You can’t be shy with the pepper!
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the roast. Sear on all sides until evenly browned, about 15 minutes total.
- Transfer to a roasting pan and bake in a preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- Reduce oven temperature to 275 degrees F and continue roasting until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the meat’s center reads 130 degrees F (medium-rare), about 45 more minutes. Remove from the oven and let rest for about half an hour before slicing. Serve sliced rib.
7.Chicken, Sausage and White Bean Stew
Slow-cooked chicken, sausage, and white beans make this a hearty, healthy stew. It’s perfect for a chilly winter night.
Ingredients:
- olive oil
- chicken thighs (skin on)
- Saltpepper
- smoked paprika
- garlic cloves, minced
- onion, diced
- red bell pepper, diced
- celery ribs, diced
- chicken sausage, casing removed
- cannellini beans, drained and rinsed (or any other white bean of your choosing)
Optional toppings: Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley
Instructions:
- Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Add them to your hot pan and cook until browned on both sides and cooked through (about six minutes per side). Removed from the pot and set aside.
- Add the onion, bell pepper, celery ribs, sausage, and beans to the pot. Sauté for about eight minutes or until everything is softened.
- Return the chicken to the pot along with any accumulated juices. Stir everything and let it all cook together for another five minutes or so. Serve warm topped with Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley.
Getting your dinner Christmas sorted is key to a great day. This piece has shown you some fantastic ideas that will get your taste buds tingling. From traditional turkey with all the trimmings to something a little more adventurous, you’ll find something to get excited about here. So, what are you waiting for? Get cooking!