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18 Go-To Holiday Recipes to Keep in Your Back Pocket

Need a recipe for the holidays? Whether it’s for a potluck, a last-minute cookie swap or your contribution to the family dinner, here are a few suggestions that will come to your rescue for any reason or occasion, and are easy to make, too!

1. Potluck recipes

With the last potlucks of the season popping up at the office or among your friends, trying to come up with yet another festive contribution can be trying. These two recipes are simple to make but will stand out on the table!

2. Party bites

Holiday hors d’oeuvre ideas are aplenty, but you still want to make something that is original, tasty and looks great. Try one of these two suggestions (one vegetarian and one not), served on a stick, that’ll leave behind empty platters.

3. Drinks

Every celebration requires a drink, but if you’re not a mixologist, you’re likely looking for a few quick ideas you can easily pour together. We’ve got the perfect cocktail and mocktail for you!

4. Starters

Soup or salad? These choices for starters don’t have to be elaborate to be delicious and make an impression. Case in point: these two simple recipes.

5. Side dishes

If you want to offer your guests some choice when it comes to side dishes but don’t have the bandwidth, glazed carrots and roasted potatoes are classics that will always be a hit.

6. Main dishes

Oh no! Have plans changed and now you’re the one hosting the family meal? If the supermarket is already out of turkey, you can still pull off a flawless main dish with either pork or beef.

7. Desserts

In charge of dessert at your sister’s place this year? Try a simple mille-feuille made by layering graham crackers and vanilla pudding–of course you can buy instant pudding to save time!–or a festive cheesecake.

8. Gourmet gifts

No matter where you go this season, a host/hostess present or thank-you gift is good manners. They don’t have to be elaborate, and you can easily make a few edible offerings at home.

9. Cookies

Got a last-minute cookie exchange to attend? Or maybe you just need a recipe for Santa. These two suggestions are easy to make and offer some variety.

Want more holiday ideas? Check out our complete selection of recipes: