These small-serving recipes will make your Christmas dinner hassle-free.
These recipes are meant to serve a few, or the leftovers can be frozen for later.
Trust us, this recipe is impressive enough to serve for Christmas dinner.
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All you need are five ingredients and 35 minutes to make a simple and delicious side dish.
Butterscotch-Bourbon Lava Cakes
These butterscotch-bourbon lava cakes are quite literally bursting with flavor.
It’s also ready in 35 minutes, meaning you don’t have to spend all day cooking it.
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With just 10 minutes of active time, this recipe is easy to throw in the oven and enjoy.
This recipe features a richmushroom gravyto add a delicious umami flavor that’ll keep you satisfied this holiday.
Halve the recipe for an intimate gathering.
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This recipe is the perfect creamy, rich dish this holiday.
you’ve got the option to prepare this recipe and freeze half to enjoy later.
You’ll have some leftovers with this recipe.
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Just reheat them in the oven to ensure the topping doesn’t get soggy.
It’s hearty and pretty enough for Christmas dinner, but comes together in just 30 minutes.
Serve with a side salad anddinner rollsfor a complete meal.
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Add mashed potatoes and green beans for a restaurant-worthy special occasion meal.
With just 10 minutes of active time, these caramelized carrots offer a sweet bite to your holiday dinner.
Garnish with an orange peel twist.
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Ham-And-Vegetable Cobbler
This cobbler with ham and vegetables is simple but impactful.
Don’t forget delicious gravy on the side.
The beef mixture cooks in a slow cooker, which gives the flavors time to develop.
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you’re able to freeze any extras for up to three months if desired.
With just six ingredients needed, this delicious recipe is simple and packed with flavor.
This brightly colored cocktail has fresh citrus flavor, making it a good choice for holiday festivities.
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Ingredients like fennel seeds, sweet Italian sausage, red wine, and Parmesan pack intense flavor.
Mississippi Pork Chops
Inspired by the popularMississippi Pot Roast, these chops deliver on flavor.
These chops also cook in a delicious gravy that’s just right for spooning over mashed sweet potatoes.
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Adding the coating toward the end of cooking helps the colors remain lively.
Ingredients like chicken cutlets and deli ham and cheese help it come together quickly.
Pork Tenderloin Schnitzel With Fennel Slaw
Move overfried chicken.
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Breaded and fried pork cutlets can provide the crunch you crave.
Roasted red peppers and pickled cherry bell peppers flavor the filling.
In just 30 minutes, you’ll have a simple, decadent dish ready to serve this holiday.
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