1Steak au Poivre
Will Dickey
This peppercorn-crusted steak has the most delicious sauce you’ve ever tasted! You’ll want to pour it over the whole plate. Be sure to pile on the potatoes to scoop up every last drop.
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2Mistletoe Martini
C.W. Newell
Say ‘cheers’ to the holiday season with this festive martini made with vodka, cranberry juice, and elderflower liqueur. There’s also fresh mint for a pop of flavor and color.
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3Sautéed Green Beans with Pomegranates
David Malosh
This green and red side dish isn’t just pretty to look at—it’s delicious, too! The sweet-tart pomegranate seeds, sautéed shallots, fresh herbs, and crunchy pistachios make it so unique.
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4Pimento Cheese Thumbprint Crackers
C.W. Newell
For a holiday starter that’ll get everyone talking, try these homemade thumbprint crackers made with pimento cheese. The savory bites are filled with pepper jelly for an added spicy kick.
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5Mashed Potato Casserole
C.W. Newell
Take your mashed potatoes to the next level with this over-the-top casserole recipe that’s loaded with mix-ins. It starts with prepared onion dip, bacon, cheese, fried onions, and even crunchy potato chips.
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6Blue Cheese and Pear Flatbread
David Malosh
Ree likes to serve up this easy appetizer whenever out-of-town guests arrive. It’s made with refrigerated pizza dough so it couldn’t be easier.
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7Lobster Mac and Cheese
C.W. Newell
The magic of this dish is that it’s both elegant and comforting at the same time. It takes a childhood favorite like mac and cheese and adds lobster and buttery breadcrumbs for a special twist.
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8Christmas Margarita
C.W. Newell
If you’ve got a snowy white Christmas on your mind, try shaking up this festive margarita. It’s made with cream of coconut, fresh lime juice, and a maraschino cherry on top.
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9No-Bake Eggnog Pie
C.W. Newell
You’ll be doing plenty of baking on Christmas Day, so skip the oven and make this no-bake pie instead. It’s cool, creamy, and made with store-bought eggnog.
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10Baked Orecchiette with Bacon Breadcrumbs
Ryan Liebe
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11One-Pot French Onion Pasta
Caitlin Bensel
This baked pasta dish is comfort food at its finest. It’s loaded with rich caramelized onions, mushrooms, and a hearty beef broth. Plus, there’s a layer of cheesy bread slices just like with a French onion soup.
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12Steak Diane 
Antonis Achiellos
A perfectly seared steak is delicious in its own right, but add a creamy, savory steak sauce and it becomes a special occasion dish, especially since this steak sauce is flambéed with brandy.
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13Cranberry Margaritas
Danielle Daly
Give this tequila-based drink a holiday makeover by using sweet-tart cranberry juice for flavor and color. A lime wedge and a dusting of snowy white sparkling sugar or salt on the glass will give it the festive flare it needs.
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14Creamy Mashed Potatoes
Hector Manuel Sanchez
These mashed potatoes are creamy and buttery so it’s no surprise they’re a family favorite. What’s more? They can even be made a day or two in advance.
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15Cranberry Brie Bites
Will Dickey
As far as party appetizers go, it doesn’t get easier than this finger food made with frozen puff pastry. The melty brie cheese, cranberry sauce, and toasted pistachios make it the perfect bite.
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16Beef Burgundy 
Danielle Daly
If you want your house to smell like heaven, just make this comforting beef stew. Its rich and hearty with plenty of red wine and bacon to make it feel like a special occasion dish.
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17Champagne Punch
Danielle Daly
Pop the bubbly to make this crowd-pleasing punch. It’s festive and boozy thanks to the addition of vodka, orange liqueur, and champagne.
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18Lobster Bisque
Danielle Daly
A creamy, elegant bisque will warm your guests right up. This one is made with lobster tails and Creole seasoning so it has plenty of flavor.
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19Eggnog Cut-Out Cookies
Will Dickey
How pretty are these colorful tie-dye cookies? The swirly decorating technique is easier than you might think.
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20Stuffed Artichokes
Danielle Daly
This impressive side dish will wow all your guests. The artichokes are filled to the brim with a cheesy, crunchy breadcrumb stuffing made with garlic, anchovies, and red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.
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