As the holiday season approaches, we salute seasonal lattes, comfy clothes, and of course, all the delicious meals being cooked up on Christmas Day. From side dishes to show-stealing entrees, these are the most popular foods eaten on Christmas Day.
1.Turkey
If you’re not a vegetarian, there’s a good chance you’ll be eating turkey on Christmas Day. Roasted whole or otherwise prepared, this is one of the most popular dishes at Christmas, especially since it goes with so many different sides.
2. Roasted potatoes
Is there a more classic holiday side than baked potatoes? Veggie fries are creamy on the inside and crunchy on the outside. Or, as you prefer to prepare them to your liking. That’s the beauty of this versatile starch-based ingredient.
3. Sauce
Yes, the sauce is so popular that it deserves its own review. Your food would be plain and dry without it, and it adds a decadent drizzle (or heavy pour) of luscious creaminess to any dish. Consider a mushroom-based sauce as well if vegetarians are present.
4. Filling
Whether you make this festive tradition with vegetable broth or turkey broth, the flavors of onions and sage are so cozy and winter-appropriate. Leftover stuffing with eggs, meat, and just about anything else is our favorite thing in the world. Why does the filling only seem to get better the longer it sits in the fridge?
5. Pigs in blankets
Although more of an appetizer, these little bites of meat and puff pastry are always a big hit at holiday parties and family dinners alike. Best of all? There are several tasty frozen options that taste absolutely divine and require no prep.
6. Cranberry sauce
All rich and creamy Christmas foods need some flavor and acidity to cut through that cream. Cranberry sauce or jam has all of those qualities and a hint of sweetness. No matter what festive variety you see, it will almost always have cranberry sauce.
7. Smoked salmon
Christmas brunch is just as important as Christmas dinner to some people, and lox with bagels is a must for your meal. Whether served in a classic tiny meal presentation or as a sort of bagel bar, come Christmas morning these are in many homes.
8. Roast meat
For carnivores who prefer red meat to white meat, this is a decadent option that will have people eating seconds and thirds. Add ingredients like thyme or mustard to bring out those flavors.
9. Roasted Parsnips
One of the most famous vegetarian Christmas side dishes, this root vegetable is often served with herbs and honey. They have an earthy flavor and can be prepared in many ways, but most often they are prepared roasted. When slow roasted for a while, they can have a juicy, complex flavor that even veggie haters will love.
10. Mulled wine
Though it’s more of a drink than a food, it’s been popular throughout the centuries, and even now TikTok users are making modern remixes of the red wine cocktail with star anise, cinnamon, apple juice, and apple rinds. orange. You can also make a mulled cider with rum or whiskey, if you prefer the hard stuff to wine.
11. Brie Cheese
Whether baked whole or served in a puff pastry tart with seasonal ingredients, brie is often on the table at many holiday functions. It’s a festive spectacle on its own, no matter how you prepare it. Especially when drinks are present.
12. Mashed sweet potatoes
Maybe your family likes these with toasted rosemary and walnuts. Or maybe you’re a classic marshmallow and sweet potato person. Either way, this ingredient is basically Mother Nature’s dessert, yet somehow it’s packed with vitamins and other essential nutrients.
13. Pecan Pie
If you eat too much pecan pie, it may hurt your teeth, but it will be worth it. There’s even something called chocolate pecan pie, if you can handle the decadence. With that buttery, flaky crust, gooey middle layer, and perfect crunchy pecans on top, this is always one of the desserts to go first.
14. Brussels sprouts
Everyone knows these need to be roasted and browned (ideally with honey or mustard) to really pop them, but we won’t judge the simple salt and pepper variation either. Brussels sprouts have a subtly sweet and nutty flavor that also lends itself well to almonds in addition to a sauce.
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