Christmas 2025: Recipes, Menus, Gift Ideas, More!
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Roasted Potatoes with Bacon & Brussels Sprouts
Perfect for a cold evening.
Jun 21, 2023
Savory Stuffed Pumpkin with Sausage and Gruyère
This stunning savory stuffed pumpkin is bound to be the pièce de résistance at your next party, but don’t fret — while it is definitely a noteworthy centerpiece, it won’t give you nearly as much grief as a turkey dinner for 12 people! This recipe, a mash-up of sausage, bread and cheese, is guaranteed to impress guests when it makes its grand debut at the table.
Jun 8, 2023
Pecan Pie Cheesecake Is Over-the-Top in All the Right Ways
Here's what happens when classic New York-style cheesecake meets Southern pecan pie.
May 16, 2023
Citrusy Breakfast Polenta Cake
This is how to up your pancake game for holiday brunch.
May 5, 2023
Orange-Maple French Toast Casserole
Step up your holiday brunch with this make-ahead breakfast casserole.
May 5, 2023
This Make-Ahead Pancetta and Gruyère Breakfast Casserole Is a Fancy Take on Classic Ham and Cheese
It's got pancetta, cheese, eggs, and unending delight for everyone.
May 5, 2023
Tip: Press Vintage Glassware onto Your Sugar Cookies
So, you don’t own a cookie moldWell, unless you consider vintage glassware special equipment.The thing is, you can do this trick with a lot of everyday kitchenware. While vintage glasses are more likely to have pretty little patterns cut into the bottom, some new ones do, too. Country Living, where we read this tip, mentions that you can also use silverware or Jell-O molds to press a design into your cut-out dough before baking.
May 3, 2023
Seafood Gumbo Is Comfort Food on Every Level
It makes for the most delicious leftovers.
Mar 3, 2023
A Complete Guide to Buying Ham
A succulent ham is one of the reigning centerpieces of holiday feasts, and rightly so. It’s an easy main dish with virtually no cooking required, and it serves a crowd. But since there is nearly no cooking (depending on the type you buy), all the work of a ham lies in the choosing. How do you decide what kind of ham to get? Where do you buy it from, and what should you look for? Read on — we have the answers! Ham comes from the back leg of the animal.
Mar 1, 2023
Fattah Is the Most Delicious Centerpiece of Egyptian Orthodox Christmas
I've received many texts along the lines of "Merry Christmas and enjoy the fattah."
Jan 5, 2023
15 Fast and Fancy Appetizers for New Year’s Eve
These festive bites take less than no time to make and are sure to garner plenty of praise.
Dec 15, 2022
Is Publix Open on Christmas Day 2022?
Here's what you need to know.
Dec 23, 2022
All the Grocery Stores Open on Christmas Day 2022
Just in case you forget the wine!
Dec 23, 2022
Rompope Is a Celebratory and Easy-to-Customize Drink
It's similar to eggnog and tastes delicious hot or cold.
Dec 21, 2022
Spicy Shrimp Creole Is the Ultimate Comfort Food
The magic is in the easy homemade shrimp stock.
Dec 20, 2022
My Great-Grandma's Christmas Cookies Are My Favorite Holiday Tradition
It's the perfect recipe for little helpers.
Dec 20, 2022
I Tried Cranberry Sauce Baked Brie and It’s a Decadent Dish I Would Serve at Any Holiday Feast
"With the dish’s ease and fabulous taste, I would absolutely make this again — even after the holidays are over."
Dec 18, 2022
Chocoflan, aka "Impossible Cake," Is Pure Magic
Caramel flan sits atop the chocolate cake like a golden, caramel crown.
Dec 17, 2022
Spiced Almond Polvorónes Are Buttery, Crumbly, and Totally Irresistible
The zest from one orange adds a little brightness, while the brown sugar pairs nicely with the toasted flour and almonds.
Dec 17, 2022
Buttery Alfajores with Dulce de Leche Are Irresistible
In this recipe, cornstarch makes all the difference.
Dec 16, 2022
Grinch Punch Is the Most Festive Holiday Drink
You just need three ingredients to make it.
Dec 16, 2022
Sweet and Chewy Palitaw Always Has a Spot on My Holiday Dessert Table
The flurry of shredded coconut that coats each rice cake reminds me of both the snow in New York, and my childhood in the hot and humid Philippines.
Dec 16, 2022
Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread Is the Best Way to Hack a Pillsbury Can
It's a whimsical bake, perfect for the holiday.
Dec 16, 2022
Champurrado Is Warm, Chocolatey, and Comforting
I can't imagine the holidays without it.
Dec 13, 2022
Honeycomb Candy is Easy-Peasy, Crunchy Perfection
Boiling sugar on the stovetop can be intimidating, but honeycomb candy is short (and sweet!) to cook up.
Dec 13, 2022
Cheesy Skillet Domino Potatoes Will Steal the Show at Your Holiday Feast
They're impossible *not* to love.
Dec 13, 2022
What Is Nochebuena? What You Should Know About the Christmas Eve Celebration
Nochebuena involves an evening filled with lots of delicious food, time spent with family, and other special traditions.
Dec 10, 2022
This Standing Rib Roast Recipe Promises Juicy, Flavorful Results Every Time
It will instantly be the star of any holiday table.
Dec 9, 2022
These 25 Wintery Cocktails Are Extra Festive
And they couldn't be easier to make.
Nov 17, 2022
How to Make Super-Delicious Christmas Pudding (aka Figgy Pudding)
A super-detailed recipe with lots of tips, perfect for first-timers.
Dec 6, 2022
16 of the Best Gifts You Can Score on Major Sale Right Now at Macy’s
Shopping
Get ready — you're about to earn the title of "best gift-giver!"
Dec 2, 2022
This Make-Ahead Breakfast Casserole Is for Anyone Who Likes Sleeping In
Wake up, pop it in the Instant Pot, then dig into the most comforting cheesy breakfast.
Dec 1, 2022
The Ultimate Christmas Dinner Menu
Standing rib roast, Yorkshire pudding, cheesy potatoes, and more! Pull out all the stops with this festive spread.
Dec 1, 2022
These Crispy Fried Oysters Will Transport You to New Orleans
With a variety of dipping sauces, it's the perfect party app.
Nov 30, 2022
This Layered Caramel Apple Cheesecake Is the Most Impressive Holiday Dessert
The sour cream layer is a game-changer.
Nov 30, 2022
Snapshot Cooking: Christmas Bark 5 Ways
We took the classic make 'n' break treat — and gave it an even better upgrade.
Nov 27, 2022
These Holiday Magic Bars Are Inspired by My 96-Year-Old Nonna
She eats them with espresso for breakfast, with red wine after dinner, and, when no one’s watching, as dinner.
Nov 27, 2022
Caramel-Stuffed Amaretti Cookies Are Inspired by My Mom’s Top-Secret Recipe
Store-bought caramel candies keep the process nice and simple.
Nov 27, 2022
I’ve Been Baking Sugar Cookies for Decades — These Are Hands-Down My Favorite
Quarantine Cookies
They're rich in flavor, with crisp edges, an almost fudgy center, and beautiful crackles running across the top.
Nov 27, 2022
Christmas Kolaches
Kolaches taste like a much-less-sweet version of a classic breakfast pastry. They pair amazingly well with strong coffee and early holiday mornings.
Nov 27, 2022
These Creamy Au Gratin Potatoes Are Perfect in Every Way
Cheesy potato casserole. Need we say more?
Nov 26, 2022
Cara Cara Crinkle Cookies
They're soft, buttery, and chock-full of fresh citrus!
Nov 26, 2022
Better-than-the-Box Vanilla Wafers
Never buy the boxed kind again.
Nov 23, 2022
This Simple Trick Will Guarantee a Perfect Pie Crust Every Single Time
Just like the professionals!
Nov 22, 2022
The One Small Step You Should Never Skip When Making Mashed Potatoes
It's nearly effortless.
Nov 20, 2022
Mandarin Orange Salad Is a Super-Fresh and Festive Side
The poppy seed dressing ties all the elements together.
Nov 15, 2022
This $11 Freezer Find Is the One Appetizer You Should Buy at Costco This Holiday Season
Groceries
Skip hours of peeling, slicing, and stirring.
Nov 15, 2022
Bourbon Balls Are an Easy and Fun No-Bake Grown-Up Treat
It's the perfect bite-size dessert for the holiday.
Nov 14, 2022
If You Buy One Thing at Aldi This Fall, Let It Be This $3 Holiday Staple
Groceries
It's a must-have for a well-balanced cheese board.
Nov 9, 2022
Cornflake Cookies Are the Ultimate No-Bake Treat
Move over, Rice Krispies teats.
Nov 8, 2022
Cinnamon Roll Casserole Is an Impressive and Foolproof Breakfast
It's the most decadent thing you can do with two cans of canned cinnamon rolls.
Nov 8, 2022
20 Fun and Festive Holiday Desserts That Aren’t Pie
Because sometimes you just don't want pie!
Nov 8, 2022
Creamy Cacio e Pepe Brussels Sprouts Are Absolutely Irresistible
The vegetable side dish you'll make all winter long.
Nov 5, 2022
How To Make Gluten-Free Gravy
This recipe makes a classic gravy that's perfect for gluten-free holiday tables.
Oct 30, 2022
The Crispy Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon You’ll Want to Make All Fall
Thanksgiving Food Fest
Bookmark this one ASAP.
Oct 30, 2022
The Super-Simple Secret to the Crispiest Oven-Roasted Potatoes
It's an easy side you can always count on.
Oct 29, 2022
Cranberry Orange Muffins Are the Perfect Make-Ahead Breakfast
They're just sweet enough, with a little zing from the cranberries to really perk you up.
Oct 29, 2022
Fruitcake Cookies Are Loaded with Flavor and Texture
Even fruitcake skeptics will approve.
Oct 28, 2022
Individual Beef Wellingtons Are the Perfect Make-Ahead Holiday Main
Everyone gets their own savory pastry package.
Oct 26, 2022
How to Make Perfect Millionaire's Shortbread, According to a Pastry Chef
The shortbread is buttery and tender, the caramel soft but not gooey.
Oct 19, 2022
Level Up Your Steak With This Easy French Pan Sauce
Traditionally, it can take two full days to make; this recipe only requires 40 minutes.
Oct 18, 2022
Candied Orange Peels Will Make Your Home Smell Like the Holidays
They're the perfect holiday gift.
Oct 16, 2022
This Fancy Champagne Vinaigrette Has a Simple Secret
It comes together in mere minutes with a handful of ingredients.
Oct 15, 2022
Garlic Mashed Red Potatoes
The ultimate comfort food.
Oct 15, 2022
The Secret to Soft and Chewy Brown Butter Macadamia Nut Cookies
Hint: It's probably already in your pantry.
Oct 14, 2022
This No-Bake Cake Tastes Just Like a Chocolate Éclair
Without all the hard work.
Oct 12, 2022
This Restaurant-Level Salad Couldn't Be Faster to Make
It's crunchy, sweet, and refreshing.
Oct 12, 2022
This Old-Fashioned Pie Will Make You a Better Baker
Practice makes perfect.
Oct 11, 2022
Cauliflower au Gratin Is Proof Everything's Better with Cheese
Plus a smart time-saving trick.
Oct 8, 2022
The Apple Sausage Stuffing My Entire Family Is Obsessed With
There are few things they love more than this recipe.
Oct 8, 2022