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Between all of the cookies and sweets that are sure to come your way this season, we wanted to put together a list of recipes you can easily whip up when you're craving a veggie or two. Here are 31 feel-good, seasonal recipes to cook in December.
This month is all about using simple produce to its fullest potential—think cabbage, carrots, squash, leeks, onions, and garlic. There's so much you can do when you add a little olive oil, salt, and pepper. Now, let's get cooking!
Breakfast
Pear, Yogurt & Granola Muffins
Eggs Poached in Tomato & Fennel Sauce
Squash Waffles With Candied Bacon
Lunch
Sesame Chicken with Fennel & Orange Salad
Roasted Broccoli Salad with Orange & Ginger
Crispy Chicken with Fennel Salad
Dinner
Lentil Curry with Squash & Spinach
Cabbage & Tofu Stir Fry with Peanut Sauce
Roasted Butternut Squash & Sweet Potato Soup
Apps & Sides
Roasted Cabbage Wedges with Orange Vinaigrette
Roasted Carrots with Honey & Cumin
5-Ingredient Roasted Garlic Dip
Carrot Salad with Savoury Granola
6 cozy drinks for the holidays
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Potato Gratin
Creamy and comforting? Check. Rich and delicious? Check. This simple, classic side has everything you could ever ask for in a potato gratin. We guarantee you'll make it again and again – and again!
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Creamy and comforting? Check. Rich and delicious? Check. This simple, classic side has everything you could ever ask for in a potato gratin. We guarantee you'll make it again and again – and again!
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Slow Cooker Pulled Pork
Serve this saucy pulled pork as sandwiches: piled high on buns, with bowls of garnishes, such as pickled jalapeños, sour cream, shredded cheese and thinly shredded red cabbage and let guests build their own sandwiches.
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20 Savoury Potluck Dishes To Bring To Your Next Holiday Get-Together
Sausage Rolls with Honey Mustard Dip
Sausage rolls are a sure hit at cocktail parties. Just be sure to let them cool for a few minutes once they're out of the oven. If your guests are fans of spice, add a pinch of hot pepper flakes to the filling to heat things up.
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20 Savoury Potluck Dishes To Bring To Your Next Holiday Get-Together
Pomegranate Brie Bites
The pomegranate syrup is simple to make and you can use the extra to drizzle over desserts, cheeses and grilled meats.
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20 Savoury Potluck Dishes To Bring To Your Next Holiday Get-Together
5-Ingredient Roasted Garlic Dip
Our foolproof 5-ingredient roasted garlic dip couldn't be simpler to make.
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20 Savoury Potluck Dishes To Bring To Your Next Holiday Get-Together
Luscious Layered White Chocolate And Raspberry Dessert
This twist on classic Italian tiramisu is the perfect potluck dessert.
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20 Savoury Potluck Dishes To Bring To Your Next Holiday Get-Together
Hearty Greens With Creamy Tahini Dressing
A big, fresh bowl of Hearty Greens With Creamy Tahini Dressing is my go-to dish for any potluck. It complements everything on the table and adds a welcome touch of freshness.
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Mini Cheese Balls
We're bringing back the cheese ball with these bite-size versions of the retro party snack. Roll them in your choice of ingredients to coat and skewer each with a breadstick for a fun twist.
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20 Savoury Potluck Dishes To Bring To Your Next Holiday Get-Together
Sandy's Christmas Punch
Add this boozy punch to your holiday party cocktail menu.
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Pull-apart pesto bread wreath
This gorgeous bread wreath does double-duty: It's a warm pull-apart roll for guests to enjoy and an attractive centrepiece to anchor the table. Serve with our Garlicky Basil Butter.
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BACON-WRAPPED TENDERLOIN KABOBS
Bacon helps lock in juices in otherwise lean pork tenderloin. Rosemary infuses it with flavour. For the best taste, choose unseasoned tenderloins.
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TEX-MEX SEVEN-LAYER DIP
This ultimate party dip comes with seven layers of different flavours and textures to create an irresistible dip that will satisfy all tastebuds.
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EASY PIGS IN A BLANKET
These one-bite snacks are a cinch to make and are perfect for a party at your friends' house.
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20 Savoury Potluck Dishes To Bring To Your Next Holiday Get-Together
Christmas Nog
Enjoy all the flavours of a classic eggnog but with a boozy twist.
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LEMON-MUSTARD ROASTED ROOT VEGETABLES
Since veggies always seem to be missing at the potluck, we've found an easy dish for you to bring.
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MILE-HIGH BACON CHEESE BISCUITS
Serve these cheddar-and bacon-stuffed biscuits as a savoury holiday starter. Cooking the bacon with water helps it brown evenly and means you don't have to stir it.
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CHILI CHEESE CRAB DIP
Bubbly cheese dip with chunks of crabmeat is a retro throwback that's bound to be a hit. While not overwhelmingly spicy, this dip has kick; for less heat, seed the chilies or substitute with diced sweet red pepper.
20 Savoury Potluck Dishes To Bring To Your Next Holiday Get-Together
MINI ITALIAN PIZZA BITES
If you're not a fan of smoked cheese, use pizza mozzarella, Gouda or Fontina.
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20 Savoury Potluck Dishes To Bring To Your Next Holiday Get-Together
POTATO & CHEESE PANCAKES
Serve this dish up with sour cream for an easy grab & go option at your potluck.
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FAMILY-SIZE MAC 'N' CHEESE
You can't beat a classic comfort dish like mac 'n' cheese. It's a family favourite, student soul food and late-night crowd-pleaser. Making it from scratch isn't difficult—once you prep a big batch of the sauce, the rest is child's play.
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