18 Easy, Elegant Recipes for Christmas Dinner

From the appetizers to the dessert, treat everyone’s palate to the happiest of holidays with these Christmas dinner menu ideas.Plan your Christmas dinner menu with these no-fail recipes that are sure to impress. From roasted sides drizzled with maple syrup, to an impressive standing rib roast, to a delicate vanilla cake garnished with sugared cranberries, we’ve lined up the ultimo. We’re all for breaking with convention and trying something new on special occasions, but sometimes only classic dishes will do on Christmas Day. We’ve put together a menu of our favorite traditional festive recipes for inspiration.

Turkey Schnitzel with Leeks & Butter Sage Sauce at Christina’s Cucina

Mushroom-Walnut  Meatless Loaf with Ketchup Glaze at Vegan Huggs

Pecan Roasted Better than Sweet Potato Casserole at Wholesome Yum

8 Ingredient Spinach Artichoke Dip at Wholesome Yum

Cauliflower Broccoli Casserole with Ham at Leela Licious

Honey Sesame Roasted Sweet Potato and Carrots at Leela Licious

Whole roasted duck with kerala spice rub at Spice in the City

Scalloped Potatoes Au Gratin with Bacon at Savory Tooth

Brussels Sprouts Gratin at Girl Gone Gourmet

Savory Stuffed Honeynut Squash at Garlic & Zest

Cranberry & Brie Bites at Kitchen Sanctuary

Herb Roasted Boneless Turkey Breast at 24 Carrot Kitchen

Easy Maple Glazed Roasted Turkey Breast at The Seasoned Mom

Roasted Root Vegetables with Fresh Herbs at Eating by Elaine

Slow Cooker Italian Beef Stew at The Life Jolie

Pork Chops with Port Wine & Cranberry Reduction at Lemon Blossoms

Creamy Pumpkin Puree with mushrooms and garlic oil at Happy Kitchen Rocks

Orange Pomegrante Rosemary Pork Roast at Flavor Mosaic