These nostalgic recipes taste just like the Christmas you remember.

We all know that they’re the best in the business.

Who do you call when you’re trying to make cocktail meatballs for a Christmas party?

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Who knows just how much alcohol goes into the eggnog?

From holiday appetizers toclassic Christmas treats, these recipes would make Grandma proud.

Recreate that memory with just five ingredients and the option to add liquor.

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This nostalgic dessert is festive and aesthetic yet simple to make.

It also doubles a “reindeer food.”

Using Bisquick ensures a fluffy texture, just like Nana used to make them.

Classic Eggnog

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Buttermilk-Pecan Pralines

This New Orleans favorite is a welcome guest at any holiday dessert table.

Ham Delights

This 13x9 recipe is a quintessential holiday appetizer if we’ve ever seen one.

Oh, and more butter.

Strawberry-Pretzel Jello Salad in a red dish with strawberry linen

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Call us hostages to green beans with just a bit of snap and crispy shallots.

Santa will happily gobble up a plate of these fun-filled cookies, and so will all your holiday guests.

Here’s a dish worthy of all that hard work.

Cranberry Sauce Meatballs

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you might never go wrong.

Easy Black-Eyed Peas

Why wait until New Year’s to serve up this Southern side?

It’s too good to wait.

Smoked-Fish Dip

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This tempting recipe is reminiscent of many of the classics.

With this recipe, thetorch is passedfor delicious results for generations to come.

Simple for first-time holiday hosts but decadent as ever, this entree is dressed in herbs to impress.

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Ask your grandmother what her secret ingredient is and odds are she’ll say: more booze.

Sometimes, the simplest treats make the biggest impression.

Grandma would be proud you spent the extra time.

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Gravy can make or break a meal and this one promises to satisfy.

That having been said, these rich potatoes still pair beautifully with our ultimate make-ahead gravy.

Their tender hearts can’t take it.

Spicy Bisquick Sausage Balls

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verify to dry out your cornbread first, and you’ll know what they mean.

Chicken-And-Wild Rice Casserole

This tried-and-true recipe has stood the test of time.

These sweet treats also make an excellent host gift in a festive holiday tin.

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Box them up to gift to family and friends who will be asking for your recipe in no time.

An upscale twist on Buffalo wings, these snacks will fly off the platter.

Buttermilk-Pecan Pralines

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Ham Delights

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Triple B Milk Punch

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Old School Green Bean Casserole

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Glazed Ham with Pineapple Chutney

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Santa’s Kitchen-Sink Cookies

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Baked Oysters with Bacon, Greens, and Parmesan

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Andrew’s Potato Latkes

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Our Best Ambrosia Ever

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All In One Spaghetti Recipe

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Easy Black-Eyed Peas

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Pecan Logs

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Herb-Crusted Beef Tenderloin

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Cassandra’s “Light” Fruitcake

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Utterly Deadly Southern Pecan Pie

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Our Best Deviled Eggs

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Mamau’s Cheese Straws

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Homemade Cranberry Sauce

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Cranberry Brie Bites

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Make Ahead Gravy

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Southern Living Homemade Mashed Potatoes in a bowl to serve

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Chicken-and-Wild Rice Casserole

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Cream Cheese Christmas Cookies

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Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels

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