What I’m Excited to Make in December!
What I’m Excited to Make in December is a collection of delicious, seasonal recipes that highlights produce like squash, winter greens, cranberries, and more! Plus, I’ve included some extra flavorful dishes to make sure you are armed and ready for Christmas, New Years Eve, and all the impromptu holiday gatherings!
Howdy, December!
The last month of the year.
Between the winter-like temperatures, caroling, cookie decorating, and a big week of holidays – Christmas & New Years. There’s a lot to do, see, and eat!
Anyway, as we continue along on our winter adventures, I put together a collection of yummy food to make this month. You’ll find the following produce in season:
- Broccoli
- Brussels Sprouts
- Citrus
- Cranberries
- Kale
- Pears
- Pomegrantes
- Sweet Potato
- Winter greens
If you are looking for a specific ingredient, don’t forget to check out our dedicated ingredients page! Just click on any ingredient you wish to cook and it will pull all of the specific recipes using said ingredients. It’s super cool! Click to find the Recipe Index!
Brussels Sprout Recipes:
- Brussels Sprouts with Pistachios and Lime
- Crispy Lemon Brussels Sprouts Mac & Cheese
- Vegetarian Brussels Sprout Bake with Parmesan & Pomegranates
- Roasted Baby Potato Brussels Sprout Poutine
- Brussels Sprout Thai Pizza
- Egg Sandwich with Balsamic Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Lemon Aioli
- Creamed Brussel Sprout Tater Tot Casserole
- Roasted Brussel Sprout Quinoa Bites Stuffed with Gruyere
Pomegranate Recipes:
- Winter Greens and Pomegranate Pizza
- Open-Faced Persian Chicken Sandwich with Pomegranate Honey
- Pomegranate & Ginger Glazed Chicken Thighs
- Apple, Pomegranate, & Ginger Cobbler
- Autumn Acorn Squash Pita “Nachos” with Pomegranates & Blue Cheese
- Ginger Pomegranate Paloma
- Pomegranate Rum Punch
Pear Recipes:
- Sauteed Pears with Bacon & Blue Cheese
- Sesame Steak Salad with Spiralized Pears
- White Chicken Naan Pizza with Sauteed Pears & Gorgonzola
- Potato Bisque with Pears
- Ginger Pear Oat Smoothie
- Puffed Pear Pancake
- Ginger Pear Oatmeal Cookie Crisp
Christmas Breakfast or Brunch Recipes:
- Christmas Morning Punch
- Smoked Sausage and Spinach Tater Tot Breakfast Bake
- Citrus & Toasted Almond Panettone Strata
- Carrot Apple Muffins with Citrus Glaze
- Sausage, Cranberry & Brie Egg Casserole
- Eggnog Banana Bread Muffins with Cinnamon Rum Glaze
- Prime Rib Hot Brown Egg Sandwiches
Christmas Dinner Recipes:
- Persian-Style Baked Cornish Hens
- Rosemary Bacon- Wrapped Pork Tenderloin
- Tomato Pumpkin Gratin with Spiced Gruyere Breadcrumbs
- Coffee-Rubbed Prime Rib with Easy Horseradish Sauce
- Herb Roasted Lamb Shanks with Harissa Wine Sauce
- Bacon & Cranberry Stuffed Pork Tenderloin
Christmas Appetizer Recipes:
- Ultimate Party Mix
- Raspberry Chipotle Black Bean Gratin
- Duck Fat Pork Sliders with Raspberry Greek Yogurt & Goat Cheese
- Wonton Veggie Pizza Bites
- Shrimp and Grit Squares
- Apple Glazed Beef Meatballs
- Holiday Crackers: 3 Ways!
- Baked Three Cheese Onion Dip
Christmas + New Years Eve Cocktails:
- Bourbon Pomegranate Sangria
- Cranberry Whiskey Sour
- Easy Mistletoe Margaritas
- Homemade Cranberry Sauce + Bourbon Cranberry Cider Smash
- Sparkling Pear Cider
- Spiced Merlot Sparkling Punch
- Jack and Ginger Cocktail (+ how to make homemade ginger ale)
- Christmas Citrus-Cinnamon Punch
Christmas Dessert Recipes:
- Gingerbread Cookie Bars with Caramel Frosting
- Gingerbread Loaf with Caramel Cream Cheese Frosting
- Gingerbread Stout Squares
- Chocolate Mocha Glazed Gingerbread Fritters
- Santas Trashed Up Cookies
- Mom’s Christmas Sugar Cookies
