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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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