Holiday Party Food Ideas for Stress-free Hosting
Hosting a holiday party can be … a lot. We’ve rounded up some easy and delicious holiday party food recipes, so you can host with confidence.
National Mashed Potato Day is a pretty big deal around here. What’s not to love about a day celebrating a classic What do you love most about the holidays? Quality time with friends and family? Twinkling lights? Christmas caroling? The nostalgic smells and flavors?
Taking the time to truly enjoy those special holiday moments can be a challenge during this busy season — especially if you’re the holiday host. But a little planning and some quick and easy recipes can ease the stress of hosting a holiday party.
With these in your back pocket, you’ll feel ready to entertain and get the chance to enjoy the reindeer games, laugh at the ugly sweaters and catch up with family and friends at your Christmas party.
Stock up for the holiday season
Start by taking inventory of your kitchen and clear out unwanted items. Create a list of staples you’ll need for cooking, baking and entertaining — think spices, nuts, and assorted beverages.
Having a few ready-made items on hand at this time of year is always a good idea. At some point, you’ll be ready to Bring Out the Bob™!
Bob Evans® dinner sides give you the ability to serve classic comfort foods without the hassle or cleanup. Our ready-to-heat Mashed Potatoes, Mashed Sweet Potatoes and Sliced Glazed Apples are delicious as-is or incorporated into holiday recipes that will have everyone asking for seconds.
And the best part? They’re ready in minutes, so you’ll have plenty of time to enjoy the festivities. Here are some holiday party recipe ideas perfect for the season.
Greek Potato Dip
Mashed potatoes are so versatile you can even use them as the base for a dip. One of our favorites is this herby and lemony Greek Potato Dip. The oh-so-fresh hors d’oeuvre for a holiday party feeds quite a few. Leftovers? We recommend curling up under a blanket with a bowl of this Greek dip and some veggies or pitas and turning on a favorite holiday movie.
Sweet Potato Casserole with Streusel Topping
The creamy sweet goodness of a sweet potato casserole complements the savory of the turkey or ham so perfectly that it’s a staple at Thanksgiving and Christmas feasts. And in our humble opinion, this streusel-topped version reigns supreme. The sweet, nutty crunch on top of a rich bed of sweet potatoes is heavenly.
Cinnamon-Apple Dumplings
Embrace the flavors of the season with this decadent dish. Cinnamon spiced fruit enveloped in a delicious pastry, drizzled in caramel — is it any wonder this festive desert is a favorite at Christmas parties and beyond? Did we mention the prep time on these is only 25 minutes? Talk about a Christmas miracle.
Capture that holiday spirit
The holidays are a magical time of year. We hope these recipes for Christmas appetizers, desserts and sides give you back some time so you can enjoy this season of gingerbread, togetherness, and joy to its fullest.
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