1Pigs In A Blanket Wreathpigs in a blanket wreathAndrew bui

This adorable holiday app will become an instant legend to all of your family and friends. It’s a centerpiece worthy of your holiday table—plus one that you can eat—which is the best kind of centerpiece in our opinion.

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2Christmas Punchchristmas punchPHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER; FOOD STYLING: ERIKA JOYCE

This Christmas punch forgoes all the added sugar and instead derives its natural sweetness from apple cider. Add some spice from ginger beer and tartness from unsweetened cranberry juice, and you have a sophisticated, festive punch for your next Christmas party.

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3Mushroom, Spinach & Gruyère Stuffed Pork Tenderloinmushroom spinach and gruyere stuffed pork tenderloinPHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON4Garlic & Feta Mashed Potatoesbowl of creamy mashed potatoes topped with feta crumblesPHOTO: DOAA ELKADY; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCER

Mashed potatoes are the perfect blank canvas that can really be taken in any flavor direction. For this recipe, we decided to go with feta but kept the other add-ins fairly standard so the tanginess of the feta could really shine through.

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5Eggnog Truffleseggnog trufflesAndrew bui

Even if you’re not an eggnog fan, you’re going to love these truffles that encapsulate all of those cozy winter flavors—cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, cream—all wrapped in white chocolate.

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6Copycat Honey Baked Hamcopycat honey baked hamPHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCER

Honey Baked ham is grand, deliciously smoky, and has a signature caramelized crust all over. Sadly, it’s something you have to plan to order in advance and can be a little on the pricey side. If you didn’t have time to order a ham, want to save some money, or just try a homemade version of this classic centerpiece, this copycat recipe is for you.

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7Pesto Pizza Stuffed Star Breadpesto star breadPHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE8Harissa Deviled Eggsharissa deviled eggsAndrew bui

Give your classic deviled eggs a spicy kick with store-bought harissa (Tunisian chili pepper paste) and crispy fried shallots. Tip: Because spice level can vary brand to brand with harissa, start small and build up to control the heat!

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9Snowman Cupcakessnowman cupcakes topped with shredded coconut snow, marshmallow faces, candy scarves, and peanut butter cup hatsPHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: BARRETT WASHBURNE

We can’t think of a better way to welcome the first snow of the season than with these adorable snowman cupcakes. Marshmallow snowmen sit atop sweet, frosted coconut cupcakes to create a dessert guaranteed to put you in a festive mood.

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10Roasted Shrimp Cocktail With Lemon-Horseradish Aioliroasted shrimp cocktail with lemon horseradish aioliPHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: LENA ABRAHAM

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11Fancy Christmas Cheese Ballfancy christmas cheese ball covered in pomegranate seedsPHOTO: RACHEL VANNI ; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON12Bacon Brie Crescent Wreathbacon brie crescent wreathJoel Goldberg

Looking for an easy appetizer that doubles as a centerpiece? This cheesy, savory crescent ring is perfect for your holiday gathering. If it’s a vegetarian app you’re after, we’d suggest subbing in sautéed mushrooms.

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13Spritz Cookiesspritz cookiesErik bernstein 14Cranberry Apple Sangriacranapple sangria in a wine glassPHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSON

Apple cider is THE go-to when it comes to taking summery sangria into fall, but it can be a little sweet. Pair it with cranberry juice to keep it tart, and you can drink this all fall and winter long.

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15Cheesy Spinach Dip Christmas Treecheesy spinach dip christmas treeJoel Goldberg 16Perfect Prime Ribprime rib sliced with rosemaryPHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: SPENCER RICHARDS

Prime rib, also referred to as standing rib roast, is a beautiful piece of meat. Whenever we need a truly showstopping holiday roast, we turn to it. A well-cooked prime rib is juicy, full of flavor, and not at all difficult to make.

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17Steamed Carrots With Hot Honey Buttersteamed carrots with hot honey butterJoel goldberg

To make this delicious vegetarian side dish, you’ll toss a pound of steamed carrots in a slightly spicy honey-butter glaze. Rather than cooking the carrots and the glaze together in the pan, you’ll cook the carrots and the glaze separately, reducing the risk of mushy veggies.

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18Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookie Tartcaramel chocolate chip cookie tartERIK BERNSTEIN

This tart is our formal request to have chocolate chip cookies in all forms. The crust is more like a shortbread version of the classic cookie to make it sturdy enough to perfectly hold its shape and the caramel and chocolate layers on top. It’s a sliceable, shareable cookie and a really wonderful option for your next gathering.

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19Sausage Roll Wreathsausage roll wreath with cranberry sauce for dippingPHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: BARRETT WASHBURNE

Every holiday gathering needs a showstopper on the table. That being said, maybe you want something new this holiday season. Enter: this classic British sausage roll with a Christmas–appropriate makeover.

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20Pear Saladpear saladAndrew bui

This simple yet satisfying fall salad packs a flavorful punch with slightly smoky seared pears, creamy blue cheese, and ultra-crunchy candied pumpkin seeds. Tied together by a sweet-sour honey vinaigrette, it’s the perfect holiday side salad but can just as easily be bulked up with some protein like seared chicken or crumbled bacon to be a filling dinner all on its own.

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