As one of the busiest times of year, it is very important to plan ahead and stay prepared for the holiday season. With a constant flow of special events, year end corporate parties, family gatherings, gift buying and more, having a few tips and tricks to stay on top of it all can really help. One of the most time intensive and necessary parts of the holidays is planning meals and cooking. These days with the wide popularization of gluten free diets, vegan and vegetarianism and more specialty preferences, keeping things simple and easily adaptable will save you plenty of time and energy in the kitchen.
Here is a list of some speciality holiday recipes from our favorite recipe blogs:
Appetizers
For any gluten free, vegetarians and anyone on a low-carb diet, this new twist on the classic deviled egg should surely satisfy most party guests. This recipe incorporates a lot of fresh herbs and interesting spices, but feel free to mix and match to taste.
For the full recipe, visit here.
Cream of Pumpkin Soup with Curried Pecans
This simple soup packs a huge punch and incorporates two favorite southern holiday flavours–pumpkin and pecans. Whip this up in less than 30 minutes for any surprise guests! This vegan, gluten free soup can be adjusted to fit nearly any dietary need. For the full recipe visit here.
Main Dishes
Black Rice, Corn and Cranberries
Vegetarians are often faced with limited options and simple replacements–particularly during large holiday celebrations. This Black Rice, Corn and Cranberry Salad will appease both meat enthusiasts and picky vegetarians. With such a large flavor spectrum, this dish provides a perfect blend of sweetness with hearty rice and corn. The coloring and beautiful nature of the dish alone will help send your meal to new, inventive heights! For the full recipe, visit the New York Times Blog.
As its namesake implies, Prime Rib is one of the most delectable pieces of beef rib meat. Due to its special, impressive nature, this roast is largely saved for special occasions or holidays. For those looking for an alternative to the typical ham, Prime Rib provides a delicious, succulent full flavor option–perfect for a Southern style meal. It may be difficult to find true Prime Rib at your local supermarket, so you may have to call ahead or find a specialized meat market. With just a few spices and some patience, prime rib will likely be the star of your holiday meal. For a full recipe, visit the Pioneer Woman’s website here.
Dessert
Gluten Free Salted Caramel Apple Dumplings
For those of you with special needs guests, this gluten free dessert adds a touch of speciality and thoughtfulness with just the right amount of American classic flavoring. For the full recipe, more photos and detailed instruction visit here.
