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christmas eve dinner ideas

Christmas Eve Dinner Ideas for Memorable Family Moments


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8-10 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A collection of creative and delicious ideas for your Christmas Eve dinner.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 whole turkey, 12-14 lbs
  • 2 cups stuffing
  • 4 cups green beans
  • 2 cups cranberry sauce
  • 1 cup mashed potatoes
  • 1/2 cup gravy
  • 1 loaf of bread
  • 3 cups assorted holiday cookies

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F.
  2. Prepare the turkey by seasoning it and stuffing it with your stuffing mixture.
  3. Place the turkey in the oven and roast for approximately 3-4 hours.
  4. While the turkey cooks, steam the green beans until tender.
  5. Prepare the cranberry sauce according to package instructions.
  6. Make the mashed potatoes and keep warm.
  7. Heat the gravy in a small saucepan.
  8. Toast the bread for serving.
  9. Once the turkey is done, let it rest for 20 minutes before carving.
  10. Serve the turkey with sides, bread and dessert.

Notes

  • Feel free to substitute the turkey with ham or a vegetarian option.
  • Prepare some dishes in advance to save time on Christmas Eve.
  • Consider adding a salad for freshness.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 hours
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 800
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 45g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 50g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg

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