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Crispy, creamy cheesy mac & cheese bites are the perfect kid-friendly holiday snack. Easy to make ahead and reheat, these handheld treats pair perfectly with turkey or ham.
Marcus Hale
Baking, Desserts
This vibrant fruit salad bursts with seasonal color and flavor, ready in 10 minutes. A make-ahead holiday side that pairs perfectly with savory mains.
Rex Morrow
Soups, Salads
This tangy cold cranberry relish with orange zest, ginger, and honey is the perfect make-ahead holiday side. Serve with turkey, ham, or vegan dishes for a festive, zesty finish.
Rex Morrow
Soups, Salads
This vibrant beet and goat cheese salad with citrus vinaigrette is ready in 25 minutes. Perfect for holiday dinners, it adds earthy sweetness and tangy richness to any main course.
Liam Croft
Comfort Food, Grilling
Bring farmhouse charm to your table with this rustic slow cooker smoked sausage and veggie stew. Hearty sausage, carrots, potatoes, and peas simmer together in a savory broth for a comforting, nutrient-dense meal.
Liam Croft
Comfort Food, Grilling
This viral 15-minute Christmas crack toffee with caramel, saltines, and peppermint is the most addictive holiday treat ever. Over 10 million views prove it!
Marcus Hale
Baking, Desserts
Transform Christmas morning with these 20 magical breakfast recipes! From cinnamon rolls to savory casseroles, these make-ahead recipes will create unforgettable holiday memories.
Marcus Hale
Baking, Desserts
From overnight French toast to slow-cooked roasts, these 20+ crock pot Christmas recipes let you sleep while your meals cook. Wake up to holiday magic!
Marcus Hale
Baking, Desserts
These cranberry cocktail meatballs deliver nostalgic sweet-tangy flavor with modern shortcuts for zero-stress entertaining. Serve warm in the slow cooker for holiday gatherings.
Liam Croft
Comfort Food, Grilling
This festive pull-apart Christmas tree garlic bread features 4 easy variations: classic mozzarella-garlic, pizza-pepperoni, herby feta-olive, and vegan olive-oil glaze. Perfect for holiday parties!
Nora Blaine
Vegan Recipes, Plant-Based
No one should miss a Yorkshire on Christmas—this vegan, gluten-free version rises tall with crispy edges and tender centers. Perfect for gravy and second helpings.
Nora Blaine
Vegan Recipes, Plant-Based
Build your holiday dessert table with 25+ vegan Christmas desserts—no-bake snowballs, bakery-level tiramisu cups, and make-ahead cookies. Perfect for over 50 guests!
Nora Blaine
Vegan Recipes, Plant-Based