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cj7305
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Christmas Dinner thread
What's on your menu for Christmas dinner? I just found out I'm hosting and need to make a plan. Small group of us- only 9 people (including 2 vegetarians). Would like to switch things up a bit this year. Ideas?
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Posted 12/5/15 7:29 PM  |
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jeanyus27
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Re: Christmas Dinner thread
We do the traditional Italian seafood dinner on Christmas Eve...and by "we" I mean my mom makes:
Mozzarella & tomato salad
Lobster tail with melted butter
Shrimp cocktail
Fried shrimp
Fried fish filet
Baked clams
Stuffed mushrooms
Mashed potatoes
String beans
Corn
It's served buffet style...now I'm hungry & can't wait!!
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| Posted 12/6/15 1:01 AM |
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Re: Christmas Dinner thread
On Christmas I love eating Italian Style!!
Penna Alla Vodka, Caprese Salad, Bread.
Those are some of my favorites.
Everyone usually serves shrimp cocktail and stuffed mushrooms for appetizers. Or a nice cheese and fruit board.
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| Posted 12/6/15 8:15 AM |
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Lauren82
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Re: Christmas Dinner thread
Christmas Eve we do the feast of the fishes...Christmas Day we do roast filet of beef and lasagna.
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| Posted 12/6/15 9:57 AM |
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LulaBell
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Christmas Dinner thread
Great question!
I do Xmas Eve and am planning;
Stuffed mushrooms
Caprese salad
Broccoli rabe
Shrimp scampi
Penne a la vodka
Maybe veal cutlets?
I'm looking for ideas
Last year I did penne w shrimp and peas in a pink sauce and it was a hit. Want to stay away from lasagna and such.
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| Posted 12/6/15 7:32 PM |
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cj7305
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Re: Christmas Dinner thread
Posted by LulaBell
Great question!
I do Xmas Eve and am planning;
Stuffed mushrooms
Caprese salad
Broccoli rabe
Shrimp scampi
Penne a la vodka
Maybe veal cutlets?
I'm looking for ideas
Last year I did penne w shrimp and peas in a pink sauce and it was a hit. Want to stay away from lasagna and such.
Yes, I'm trying to not do baked ziti/lasagna/shells this year. Ala vodka is always a good possibility. I'm sure I'll do a spiral ham and some sides too. Hmmm, so many choices!
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| Posted 12/6/15 7:42 PM |
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luvmykids8
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Re: Christmas Dinner thread
Lamb
Shrimp Oreganata
Fried Shrimp
Baked Clams
Stuffed Mushrooms
Asparagus tossed in bread crumbs and EVOO
Cauliflower Fritters
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| Posted 12/6/15 9:42 PM |
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Posted by cj7305
Yes, I'm trying to not do baked ziti/lasagna/shells this year. Ala vodka is always a good possibility. I'm sure I'll do a spiral ham and some sides too. Hmmm, so many choices!
I have an amazing lasagna recipe if you want it!
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| Posted 12/7/15 7:07 AM |
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TTCbaby
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Re: Christmas Dinner thread
Christmas Eve:
Antipasto
Fish Salad
Fried Calamari
Baked Clams
Sausage
Broccoli Rabe
Penne Alla Vodka
making cioppino this year (which has cod, shrimp and mussels)
Christmas Day I host:
Baked Brie
small antipasto
Beef Tenderloin
Double Stuffed Potatoes
Glazed Carrots
Roasted Asparagus
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| Posted 12/7/15 9:54 AM |
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cj7305
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Re: Christmas Dinner thread
Posted by BaysideForever
Posted by cj7305
Yes, I'm trying to not do baked ziti/lasagna/shells this year. Ala vodka is always a good possibility. I'm sure I'll do a spiral ham and some sides too. Hmmm, so many choices!
I have an amazing lasagna recipe if you want it!
I'd love it, thanks!!
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Posted by BaysideForever
Posted by cj7305
Yes, I'm trying to not do baked ziti/lasagna/shells this year. Ala vodka is always a good possibility. I'm sure I'll do a spiral ham and some sides too. Hmmm, so many choices!
I have an amazing lasagna recipe if you want it!
I'd love it, thanks!!
http://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/lasagna-with-turkey-sausage-bolognese#recipe-ingredients
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| Posted 12/7/15 11:46 AM |
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cj7305
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Re: Christmas Dinner thread
Thanks for the recipe!
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| Posted 12/7/15 8:59 PM |
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Hofstra26
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Re: Christmas Dinner thread
I'm not hosting Xmas Eve so I'm not sure what's on the menu..........although we usually do Italian since we're Italian. 
Xmas Day I'm making homemade stuffed shells, hot and sweet sausage, meatballs, garlic bread, a salad, and a spiral glazed ham. I haven't decided what I am doing yet about apps.
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| Posted 12/10/15 8:37 AM |
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tray831
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Re: Christmas Dinner thread
I usually make a Prime Rib on Christmas Day. However, I came across a Beef Wellington recipe that DH and I would like to conquer.
In addition, a very, very small ham.
Most likely accompanied by:
Mashed Potato or Roasted Potatoes
Roasted Carrots
Steamed or Roasted Asparagus....
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| Posted 12/10/15 1:52 PM |
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HomeIsWithU
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Re: Christmas Dinner thread
I host Christmas Day dinner. We always do a turkey and a honey baked ham.
linguini with clams
sweet potato casserole
green been casserole
cranberry sauce
mashed potatoes
gravy
glazed carrots
stuffing
fresh bread
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BriBri2u
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Christmas Dinner thread
We (my mom) does an Northern Italian style Christmas
Antipasta of prosciutto di Parma, Coppa, salami, mortadella, parmigiano cheese, dried figs and foccacia bread
Cappelletti in broth
Roasted veal with potatoes and garlic
Spinach bechemel
Tomato and string bean salad
tray of cheese and fruit followed by
roasted castagne (chestnuts)
Panettone cake - traditional Italian fruit cake
Torrone - traditional Italian candy
Mostarda - traditional Italian fruit and mustard condiment
homemade torta's and cookies
and lots of homemade wine
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| Posted 12/10/15 4:31 PM |
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Re: Christmas Dinner thread
Xmas eve for 11 including 2 kids
We don't eat a ton and try to keep it balanced and light lol
Ham
String beans
Scalloped potatoes
Brussels sprouts au gratin
Meatballs with sauce/pasta
Stuffed artichokes
Apps are light: cheese and crackers, hummus and veggies, chips and dip
Does this sound like enough?
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Re: Christmas Dinner thread
Posted by BriBri2u
We (my mom) does an Northern Italian style Christmas
Antipasta of prosciutto di Parma, Coppa, salami, mortadella, parmigiano cheese, dried figs and foccacia bread
Cappelletti in broth
Roasted veal with potatoes and garlic
Spinach bechemel
Tomato and string bean salad
tray of cheese and fruit followed by
roasted castagne (chestnuts)
Panettone cake - traditional Italian fruit cake
Torrone - traditional Italian candy
Mostarda - traditional Italian fruit and mustard condiment
homemade torta's and cookies
and lots of homemade wine
 my God this sounds amazing!!!!!!!
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Millie3
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Re: Christmas Dinner thread
Lasagna
Spiral ham
Chicken
Would like to do meatballs but I need them pre made
Bread
Mashed potatoes
Vegetable
Would be for 12 adults 6 kids
I feel like I need something else, any suggestions?
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BriBri2u
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Re: Christmas Dinner thread
Posted by BriBri2u
We (my mom) does an Northern Italian style Christmas
Antipasta of prosciutto di Parma, Coppa, salami, mortadella, parmigiano cheese, dried figs and foccacia bread
Cappelletti in broth
Roasted veal with potatoes and garlic
Spinach bechemel
Tomato and string bean salad
tray of cheese and fruit followed by
roasted castagne (chestnuts)
Panettone cake - traditional Italian fruit cake
Torrone - traditional Italian candy
Mostarda - traditional Italian fruit and mustard condiment
homemade torta's and cookies
and lots of homemade wine
I am so lucky that my mom is still up to doing Christmas. I don't think my sister nor I could ever come close to her Christmas menu or cooking for that matter
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| Posted 12/18/15 4:27 PM |
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cj7305
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Re: Christmas Dinner thread
Thanks for the inspiration everyone! OK here is my menu as of now. Def subject to change lol:
-Homemade Stromboli (pepperoni, salami, soppressata, provolone, mozzarella)
-antipasto salad (no meat since doing the stromboli) fresh mozz, peppers, tomatoes, olives, artichoke hearts etc.
-penne ala vodka (homemade)
-pot of meatballs, sausage and maybe
braciole
-eggplant rollatini (ordering from local place)
-garlic bread
-spiral honey glazed ham
-mashed potatoes (son's request)
-candied sweet potato wedges
- buttered sweet peas
- another green veggie tbd
Dessert:
Guests bringing but I'm also making a platter with:
lace cookies
shortbread cookies
raspberry almond shortbread cookies
chocolate chip cookie pie
possibly chocolate wafer icebox cake
Message edited 12/19/2015 3:20:38 PM.
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