Your Ultimate Christmas Recipe Guide

There's no need to splurge on a store-bought glazed ham. 

These menus cover everything from winery-inspired feasts to amazing regional-specific fare.

These classic Italian recipes will make Christmas dinner a breeze.

Use the versatile puff pastry to create a variety of festive and impressive appetizers, ranging from tarts and turnovers to quiches and baked brie.

Relax with friends and family over a delicious mid-morning meal from our menu collections.

Win the hearts–and appetites–of friends and family with fresh-baked biscuits, rolls, and quick breads.

Homemade jams, spreads and sauces in festive jars are food gifts that are sure to please.

Get the party started with these impressive, savory appetizers.

Roll up those sleeves and let's get crafty! These fantastic treats are not only delicious, but they're a lot of fun to assemble.

There's no hot oven required for these easy, no-bake cookies that are perfect for holiday entertaining and gift giving.

Come in from the cold to enjoy warm holiday ciders and mulled wine with a touch of spice.

Cut back on the chaos this Christmas. Our best make-ahead Christmas appetizers (like this festive Christmas Owl Cheeseball, this easy-to-assemble Frudité Platter with Mint-Lime Dip, and these Classic Cheddar Cheese Straws) allow you to spend less time in the kitchen and more time with family this holiday season.

From savory breads and spicy sauces to decorated cookies and festive cakes, these easy and creative recipes will inspire you to prepare delectable gifts from the kitchen this holiday season.

Homemade treats like crisp biscotti, decorated cookies, or moist loaf cake spread holiday cheer among friends and family.

Get ready to indulge in our tastiest holiday recipes. Warning: Do Not Lick Your Screen.

These top-rated seasonal sides are all easy and incredibly delicious.

The days leading up to Christmas are like the calm before a storm. Use this weekend, before company starts rolling in, to plan ahead and prep crowd-friendly breakfasts, apps, snacks, casseroles, and wow-worthy mains. These recipes will last in the fridge or freezer, and a few sealed on a counter, until your guests arrive and are ready to chow down.

Traditional spices provide the flavor and aroma of the holidays. Cooking Light offers ideas to further explore their versatility.

Some of the best Christmas traditions, like holiday markets and decorating trees (and not to mention some of the best Christmas cookies around), originated in Germany. And with hearty dishes like pork loin, spaetzle, potato salad, and sausages, German cuisine feels especially appropriate for Christmastime, and desserts from stollen to springerle make perfect holiday treats. We’ve rounded up our best German recipes for Christmastime, from intricate cookies to satisfying sides.

From rum-laced banana bread to mini cranberry panettone, these festive breads make perfect holiday gifts.

There are few things quite as comforting as a holiday roast. Whether you're looking for something traditional (you'lll love this Roast Goose with Potatoes, Onions, and Apples and this Seasoned Roast Turkey), something unique (check out this Spice-Roasted Salmon with Roasted Cauliflower), or something budget-friendly (who says you can't have chicken for Christmas dinner?), we've got you covered with this collection of perfect Christmas roast recipes. Hungry for more? Check out 35 Make-Ahead Christmas Recipes next. 

Whether you're planning a fancy holiday brunch or just have the whole family staying over, a breakfast casserole is the perfect way to feed a crowd. These Christmas breakfast casseroles have everything you want for Christmas morning—easy prep, a hands-off cooking method, and tons of flavor. Maybe you're looking for a crowd-pleasing breakfast bake, a simple overnight casserole, or a nice big batch slow-cooker French toast. We've got all that and other popular breakfast options, like shrimp and grits casserole, hashbrown casserole, and cheesy, savory quiche.

The holidays are a perfect time to bust out one of these Italian Christmas cookie recipes. Whether you're making pizzelle, biscotti, or amaretti, these cookies will spread lots of cheer.

Check out our top holiday casserole recipes, featuring everything from green beans to broccoli.