The holiday season often come with a side of stress. Uncomfortable holiday gatherings, long lines for presents, and shovelling piles and piles of snow are always on the list of not-so-jolly holiday “chores”. This holiday season, we’re challenging you to bring some joy to your table with 25 simple holiday recipes for you and your family to choose from and try. There’s something in here for everyone.
Browse through our 25 holiday recipes and comment your favourites – which will you try first?
1. 2-Minute Prep Apple Roasted Chicken – For a quick prep-it-and-leave-it family protein.
2. Bacon-Wrapped Steak with Mango – For a fancier family dinner.
3. Almond Herb Roasted Tofu – For a warm and comforting vegetarian dish.
4. Melt-in-Your Mouth Lamb Shanks – For an incredibly tender and juicy protein.
5. Quinoa Enchilada Casserole – For a tasty P2 comforting family meal.
6. Holiday Roast – For a quicker-prep (and elegant!) family protein.
7. Mashed Fauxtatoes – Because what’s the holidays without some mashed fauxatoes?
8. Apple Chicken Liver Pâté – Serve with Socca crackers or vegetable crudités.
9. Grain-Free Savoury “Donuts” – Serve with homemade nut butters, cream cheese, or hummus.
10. In-A-Minute Smoked Trout Pâté – Serve with Socca crackers or vegetable crudités.
11. Smoked Salmon Deviled Eggs – The cutest “ornament”-shaped holiday platter!
12. Sweet Potato Latkes – Serve with homemade applesauce (recipe here >>)
13. Homemade Nut Butters – Serve with fresh fruit and/or Socca crackers
14. Chocolate Hazelnut Protein Bites – Make ahead for a healthy snack whenever you need it.
15. Peanut Butter Power Cookies – Keto friendly!
16. Almond Coconut Macaroons – A delicious, guilt-free option for holiday cookies.
17. Elegant Chocolate Dipped Fruit – Quick and impressive for any holiday gathering.
18. Grain-Free Pumpkin Spice Muffins – Kid-friendly, allergen-free option that everyone will love.
19. Apple Cinnamon Muffins – Use those apples that are so abundant this time of year.
20. Quick and Easy Chana Masala – serve with Cauliflower Couscous or Parsnip Rice
21. Moroccan Chicken Stew with Apricots – Apricots are popular during the winter season!
22. Manhattan Clam Chowder – For a warming seafood soup that’s quick to make and delicious to eat.
23. Chef Kenzie’s Dairy Free “Cream” Dessert – Serve with fresh fruit or berries.
24. Keto Chocolate Custard – Low-carb version of the popular recipe from our book Always Delicious.
25. Pumpkin Pie Tartlets – Because what’s the holiday season without a bite of pumpkin pie?
Pleases share your ideas/favorites with our Facebook Group as well – we always love to see what you’ve been making! You can also tag us on Instagram at @alwayshungrybook or @chefdawnludwig or @chefkenzieosborne
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