Holiday recipes

You can jazz up plain graham crackers and turn them into truly festive cookies, bursting with vibrant flavors. To make this, you'll need peanut butter for the graham cracker sandwich filling and...

Sablet means "shortbread" in French, and indeed, it turns out very crumbly and shortbread-like. To ensure the cookies retain their texture, don't overwork the dough; it will...

Make mashed potatoes with milk and butter, and add a couple of tablespoons of prepared horseradish for a more piquant flavor. The resulting side dish is very aromatic, delicious, and has a pleasant texture.

The key to delicious mashed potatoes lies in three key ingredients. First, there's the potatoes themselves. Boil them in their skins, peel them, and mash them into a smooth or chunky puree, depending on your preference.

Bring a vibrant color to simple mashed potatoes by adding a few extra ingredients with rich, interesting flavors. First, boil the potatoes in their skins, peel them, and...

This recipe will help you make healthy, delicious, and presentable mashed potatoes for the holiday table, perfect as a side dish for any meat or fish dish. To make it...

Mashed potatoes turn out very airy and smooth if you strain them through a mashed potato sieve. And to make them even more creamy, add a whole package of cheese...

The recipe for these date balls is inspired by the traditional English date toffee pudding, a delicious and caramelly treat. Unlike the pudding, however, these balls don't require baking. Just...

These butter cookies, made with a mixture of flour, peanuts, and oats, are delicious, crisp, and crumbly. Roll the dough into small balls and stamp them with a deep...

Melba toast was invented and named after Australian opera diva Nellie Melba. They're made similar to Italian biscotti, meaning they're baked twice. Bake...

A very simple way to make chocolate milk toffee. All you need is a can of condensed milk and dark chocolate. Melt them together, pour them into a mold, and let them sit for a couple of hours...

These giant cookies, filled with delicious treats like M&M's, white chocolate chips, salted straws, and peppermint candies, will be a real highlight of your Christmas table and will captivate everyone with their...

Corned beef is not only a way to preserve meat for a long time, but also a delicious delicacy. Beef brisket is best for curing. Soak it for 10 days in a brine with spices and nitrates...

A casserole made with several root vegetables adds vibrant flavor, aroma, and interesting texture. Combine slices of sweet potato, potato, fennel, and celery root in a mixture of heavy cream and grated...

Traditional potato gratin is a potato casserole topped with a creamy cheese sauce, which adds a stunning creamy texture and flavor. But for those who don't eat dairy...

This festive casserole consists of two parts that can be prepared and refrigerated ahead of time. On the day of serving, combine them in a pan, bake in the oven, and serve warm. The bottom layer...

This potato gratin takes on a truly autumnal look with an assortment of small potatoes in a variety of colors and shades, capturing all the hues of autumn. Cut the potatoes in half, place them in a baking dish, and...

Make cinnamon rolls, but make them small enough to fit into the hollows cut out of baked pear halves. These miniature "lady's slippers" are a perfect treat with a cup of tea, which...

You know those bright '60s hippie-inspired T-shirts with a multicolored swirl pattern? They're incredibly beautiful, but likely quite challenging to replicate. So...

This wonderfully tender puree is complemented by the aromatic ripeness of Parmesan and black pepper. But of course, cheese alone won't make a side dish creamy and delicate, which is where the melted...

Mashed potatoes have been with us since childhood. We eat them at home, in kindergarten, at school, and even in the cafeteria at work. It's hard to imagine a more perfect and filling side dish. However, there's no limit to perfection, and taste...

Potatoes are found in almost any kitchen. This starchy root vegetable has long been a staple in most families' diets. And rightfully so, as they can be used to make a huge...

Remember the conversation about potato dishes on "Girls"? They can be fried, steamed, or boiled. But mashed potatoes, perhaps, hold a special place among them. It's a wonderful side dish that goes well with...

This dish is simple, delicious, and can be prepared in advance and baked just before serving. You can never have enough of this creamy, delicate puree. Just...

This easy-to-make dish will make you want to make it again and again. Although served as a side dish, the mashed potatoes are sure to earn more compliments than a juicy piece of meat.

A familiar mashed potato may still be based on the same mashed potatoes, but with a few tweaks, the familiar dish takes on a whole new meaning. If desired, you can omit the shallots...

Sweet potato puree with a spicy, smoky flavor – a combination of maple syrup, chipotle peppers, and adobo sauce, where the sweetness accentuates the spiciness of the smoked chili pepper. This puree can be served, for example, with...

This cake is made from layers of airy Viennese waffles with a raspberry curd cream and gooey chocolate ganache. And the best part is, you don't have to spend hours making it. Baking and...

Gratin is a potato dish, essentially a casserole. The dish, or rather the cooking technique, originates in France and literally translates as "crust" (French: gratin). The French...

While this salad tastes virtually identical to the traditional Italian caprese appetizer of tomato slices, mozzarella, and basil leaves drizzled with olive oil, it looks quite...

Often, a festive table is made rich and elegant by a multitude of small appetizers, simple in composition and preparation, yet impressive in presentation. This appetizer, made from...

A beautifully presented cheese platter is one of the most popular appetizers on any holiday table. Even if you only have goat cheese on your platter, it can be quickly and beautifully presented and...

What at first glance appears to be a chocolate cake is actually a delicate mousse, and its "paper wrapper" is not only edible but also incredibly delicious. To ensure the white chocolate melts more evenly,...

This chocolate cake is incredibly quick and easy to make, and stands out from the typical layer cakes with its simple, Italian-inspired look. It consists of just one layer, baked from...

Crostini is an Italian appetizer consisting of a slice of toasted bread with a variety of toppings. The key to crostini is the crispiness of the bread, which should remain crisp even if...

Whether you're gathering with friends to watch a game or simply hosting a house party, Mexican nachos are perfect for the occasion. Traditional nachos are made with corn...

An appetizer that takes just a couple of minutes to prepare. It's especially perfect when guests are arriving. These pesto and goat cheese rolls, arranged on a serving platter, look and taste delicious.

Swiss cheese fondue has long been a symbol of intimate gatherings with close friends. It's a great way to delight your guests with a delicious appetizer. For the fondue, you'll need two types of cheese,...

Flavorful hot cheese sandwiches are perfect for a filling snack. But when you need to feed a large group quickly, you can bake a giant sandwich and save time on assembly...

In the United States, corned beef and cabbage is often a staple on the St. Patrick's Day table of those of Irish descent. The meat prepared according to this recipe is juicy and...

By preparing this dish, you can have meat, sauce, and a side dish all at once. The steps that require your direct involvement take very little time, and the oven does the rest.

In North America, it's common to make sugar cookies for Christmas, Halloween, or, for example, Groundhog Day. These cookies are often decorated with icing and sprinkles and look very...

This delicious meat with its incomparable crust deserves to be a traditional holiday dish. The spices perfectly complement the beef's flavor. The dish is completed with traditional English...

Surprising guests with this cake is easy. Despite its apparent complexity, the dessert is simply made of square sponge cake layers covered with green frosting. This "New Year's tree"...

This pie, reminiscent of a Christmas wreath, will be a welcome addition to the holiday season and will also grace the table at any other celebration. This dish is perfect for those looking to surprise guests. Under...

This wreath-shaped treat is worthy of taking center stage on the holiday table. Guests will be eager to tear off another piece of the dessert. Serve the cookies with tea or coffee, if desired...

A delicate ring cake with orange flavor and poppy seeds, which complements the spongy texture of the sponge cake perfectly. The finished product can be simply dusted with powdered sugar or glazed with icing.

Even those who don't care for chocolate won't be able to resist this cake. Rich flavor, soft, moist layers smeared with delicate cream, and all of this in abundance. The key is patience and...

Baked chicken always looks elegant and appetizing on the table. The crispy crust and tender meat will impress, especially when paired with a flavorful sauce. For the entire preparation...

This three-tiered pink masterpiece will surely be the center of attention at any feast. While the vibrant pink color will certainly capture the heart of any little princess, this dessert would also fit perfectly...