Christmas dinner is one of the most memorable meals of the year, and this collection brings together all the holiday favorites your family loves. Whether you’re planning a show-stopping main dish like prime rib or glazed ham, or searching for the perfect mashed potatoes, stuffing, rolls, vegetables, and other sides to serve with it, you’ll find the classics right here.

These tried-and-true Christmas dinner recipes are comforting, festive, and guaranteed to bring everyone back for seconds!

Classic Christmas Main Dishes

Christmas dinner deserves a stunning centerpiece, and these traditional mains deliver big flavor with minimal stress.

Christmas morning is one of my favorite parts of the entire holiday season. The tree is lit, everyone is still in pajamas, and the house smells like cinnamon and bacon. Whether your family celebrates with a cozy breakfast or a full holiday brunch spread, these Christmas breakfast and brunch ideas make the morning feel magical.

From overnight casseroles to pastries, sweet bakes, and savory classics, these recipes make Christmas morning delicious, stress-free, and totally memorable. Let’s make breakfast the easiest part of your holiday!

Classic Christmas Breakfast Favorites

There’s something wonderful about waking up on Christmas morning to a familiar, comforting breakfast that everyone loves. These classic recipes are the staples—fluffy pancakes, golden waffles, gooey monkey bread, and more.

In this roundup, you’ll find the very best Christmas cookies and treats, from classic sugar cookies and peppermint shortbread to peanut butter balls, homemade caramels, and more. Whether you’re baking for a cookie exchange, gifting homemade treats, or just making memories in the kitchen, this list has something everyone will love.

Growing up, baking Christmas cookies was how we kicked off the holiday season — rolling dough, stealing tastes, decorating cookies, and sharing trays with neighbors and friends. Today I still love carrying on that tradition with recipes that are simple, delicious, and always a hit.

Classic Christmas Cookies

These are the cookies that feel like home — soft sugar cookies, classic gingerbread, and nostalgic favorites that every holiday baking list needs. Perfect for cookie plates, decorating traditions, and sharing with neighbors and friends.

Peppermint & Chocolate Favorites

Rich chocolate meets cool peppermint for the ultimate Christmas flavor combo. These cookies look festive, taste decadent, and always feel like the holidays in every bite.

There’s just something about a big pot of soup simmering on the stove that makes everything feel right in the world, isn’t there? Whether you’re craving something cozy and classic, bold and flavorful, or hearty enough to count as dinner all on its own, we’ve got a soup for every mood and season. These are our favorite tried-and-true soup recipes — the ones our family makes again and again — and we know you’ll love them too!

Cozy & Comforting Classics

Warm, familiar, and totally comforting — these classic soups are like a hug in a bowl. Perfect for busy nights or lazy weekends at home.

1. Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup

2. French Onion Soup

3. Roasted Tomato Basil Soup

4. Slow Cooker Broccoli Cheese Soup

Southwestern & Mexican-Inspired Soups

Bring the fiesta to your dinner table! These soups are bursting with flavor, a little spice, and that cozy Southwestern comfort we all love.

1. Chicken Tortilla Soup

25+ of Our Favorite Ground Beef Recipes

If there’s one thing I know about busy weeknights, it’s that ground beef is always there to save the day. It’s budget-friendly, cooks up quickly, and somehow manages to please every single member of the family (even the picky ones!).

Over the years, we’ve collected so many tried-and-true recipes that start with a pound of ground beef and end with happy, full bellies around the table. From cozy casseroles to quick skillet dinners and a few fun international twists, these are the ground beef recipes we make again and again—and I know you’ll love them too.

Comfort Food Ground Beef Recipes

Ground Beef Casseroles

1. Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice Casserole

2. Taco Casserole

3. Cheesy Ground Beef and Potato Casserole

4. Mexican Ground Beef and Rice Casserole
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