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Figuring out what to make for Christmas dinner can be difficult. It’s a big feast day, but with a lot fewer must-have foods than, well, that other big holiday meal. Will you be making that for Easter? We’re taking the worry out by providing you with 16 full-on menus, packed with 118 different recipes. Each menu is selected to make cooking and hosting easy, and to make sure the meal itself will taste delicious, from first bite of the appetizers to the final forkful of dessert.

This comfort-food spread is delicious and warming — and easy to prep well ahead of time, so that you’re not fussing in the kitchen when guests start rolling up. If you’re looking to make things just a little bit fancier, this Christmas menu is what you’ve been looking for. From the beef tenderloin main course to rich Christmas side dishes infused with tons of flavor, this menu will leave your family beyond satisfied. The holidays are a time to delight in the most decadent food, and that’s exactly what this menu does.

Each dish delivers a luxurious look and taste, yet is easy to make. Treat your guests to the ultimate comfort food Christmas feast. This menu includes classic holiday favorites like sweet potato casserole and pecan pie, with inventive spins on them. Each dish is packed with flavor and is sure to leave you in the best food coma ever. Featuring exciting ingredients and creative twists, they’re just the thing you need to make your guests say “wow”—and mean it.

Got a few vegetarians coming over this year? Make them feel right at home with our very best vegetarian Christmas menu ideas. Trust us: You won’t notice a difference. Here, bucatini acts as a satisfying, meatless entrée.