I know the holidays can get super stressful, so I’m here to make cooking and hosting a whole lot easier for you. I wanted to create this “holiday hub” where you can find everything you need for this holiday season (so go ahead and bookmark this page!!)
Below are a variety of recipes you can whip up for Thanksgiving, Christmas or any other holiday this winter. Some are OGs from my blog and others you can find in my cookbook (which makes a great gift :)) I promise all the recipes you’ll find are guaranteed crowd-pleasers no matter what holiday you’re celebrating!
I also rounded up kitchen essentials I always end up realizing I need too late, so you can avoid that last-minute scramble. Hope this helps!
APPETIZERS
- Veggie Lovers Pizza Dip
- Cucumber Sandwiches
- Veg Masala Puffs
- [BOOK] Paneer & Amul Cheese Spring Rolls [page 97]
- [BOOK] Tandoori Onion Tart [page 238]
- [BOOK] Masala Cashews [page 245]
SIDES
- Creamy Mashed Potatoes
- Festive Cranberry Salsa
- Beat & Orange Salad
- Kale Salad with Grapes, Walnuts and Pecorino
- Butternut Squash Rigatoni
- Spicy Mac & Cheese
- Curried Brussel Sprouts
- Queso & Shells
- [BOOK] Kale & Quinoa Salad w/ Roasted Cauliflower, Apples & Curry Vinaigrette [page 79]
- [BOOK] Aachari Stuffed Mushrooms [page 240]
NON-TRADITIONAL MAINS
- Veggie Tikka Masala Stuffed Shells
- Paneer Bhurji Stuffed Shells
- Poblano Enchiladas
- Spicy Eggplant Parmesan
- Paneer Kathi Rolls
- Paneer Bhurji
- Gravy Chicken
- Taco Pizza with Cilantro Jalapeño Sauce
- [BOOK] Masala Pot Pies [page 121]
- [BOOK] Spaghetti Squash Masala [page 126]
- [BOOK] Spinach-Artichoke Lasagna Roll-Ups [page 143]
- [BOOK] Mom’s Falafel [page 146]
- [BOOK] Lamb Kheema-Stuffed Peppers
- [BOOK] Paneer Makhani [page 156]
- [BOOK] Dal Fry & Jeera Rice [page 180]
- [BOOK] Lamb Chops with Chimichurri Couscous & Garlicky Yogurt Sauce [page 223]
DRINKS/DESSERTS
- Spiced Nanaimo Bars
- Spiced Apple Cider Sparklers
- Pineapple Serrano Margaritas
- [BOOK] Rose Sangria Surprise [page 246]
- [BOOK] Gin-ger & Tonic [page 249]
Kitchen & Hosting Essentials I always realize I need too late
- 9×13 Casserole Dish for things like Eggplant Parm & Lasagna Roll Ups
- 9×9 Baking Dish — perfect for Dips & Nanaimo Bars
- Quality Cocktail Glasses — these are simple but so versatile
- Wine Glasses — I can never have enough and love the shape of these!
- Potato ricer — if you want THE creamiest mashed potatoes, trust me & get this
- A mandolin that won’t chop your fingers off
- Love this set of small vases for easy and simple decor
- A pie server — this one can cut and serve in one and is great quality!
I also linked some holiday tablescape items here! Be sure to bookmark this page, so you can keep referring back and don’t forget to tag me @thechutneylife. I can’t wait to see what you make !
