My Neighborhood Holiday Recipe Guide
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Appetizers
Parmesan Panko Potato Balls
Elegant and savory, this potato appetizer was created just for the holidays… but you’ll want to serve it all year long.
Potato Bruschetta
A twist on the classic bruschetta—quick, easy and a definite crowd-pleaser.
Black Olive Risotto Balls
Jazz up the appetizer platter with these Black Olive Risotto Olives
Dried Figs with Chevre and Hazelnuts
The savory flavors of these crowd-pleasing starters pair well with the light vanilla and oak notes in Mirassou’s California Pinot Noir.
Chicken Pate
The beauty of this recipe is that you can use it as is with leftover chicken or turkey, or you can doctor it up with your own creative flair.
Miso-Glazed Olives
Pressed for time, but looking to elevate that classic bowl of olives to something spectacular? Miso-Glazed Olives are a quick crowd-pleaser for any holiday gathering.
Cabernet-Braised Short Ribs over Olive-Potato Pancakes
Cabernet-Braised Short Ribs over Olive Potato Pancakes are an appetizer that’s always dressed to impress.
Side Dishes
Fennel Corn Salad
A great, refreshing salad for any season and occasion
Savory and Sweet Stuffing
A gourmet side that's budget- and flavor-friendly.
Roasted Vegetable Salad
A seasonal side (or main) that combines classic salad staples with some cooler-weather comforts
Orzo with Black Olives and Feta
A delicious dish featuring California Ripe Olives that's incredibly versatile and open to many interpretations.
Provencal Zucchini Gratin
An easy-to-whip-up Provencal Zucchini Gratin packed with flavor and color.
California Raisin Bacon Brussels Sprouts
A side that has it all -- sweet and savory with a touch of heat
Baked Potato Pancakes (Latkes) with Chipotle Yogurt Sauce
Take a walk on the non-traditional side and serve your latkes with a chipotle yogurt sauce.
Stout Beer Glaze - Three Ways
Whether the star of your holiday feast is pork, chicken, beef or a veggie alternative, add a beer-alicious zing with this malty sweet, lip-smacking beer glaze!
Three cheese potato gratin
Thin slices of potato layered with Parmesan, Cheddar and Gorgonzola cheeses.
Main Course
Roasted Pork with Pomegranate Merlot Sauce
Elegant yet simple, this delicious Roasted Pork with Pomegranate Merlot Sauce is sure to be the star of your table this holiday season.
Lamb Chops with Black Olive Pesto
A holiday-hearty dish that, when paired with pesto made using California Ripe Olives, will take your holiday menu from ordinary to extraordinary.
Christmas Black Bean Chicken Chili
A healthy, hearty holiday dish.
The Ultimate Guide to Ensuring Turkey Success
Cooking tips and recipes to ensure success on this centerpiece of the holiday table.
Holiday Cioppino
A simplified version of the classic Italian seafood stew
Roasted Beef Tenderloin
An elegant, simple preparation for succulent beef tenderloin.
Roasted Spiral-Sliced Ham with Maple & Orange Marmalade Glaze
This holiday table centerpiece, sweet on the outside and savory on the inside, makes a memorable main course.
French Lentils in Puff Pastry
Savory French green lentils, shallots, carrots and parsnips in a rich red wine-flavored broth topped with festive puff pastry.
Brisket with Root Vegetables
A substantial meal to please even the heartiest of appetites on a cold winter's day.
Mushroom-Crusted Lamb Loin with Red Wine Glaze
A hearty and rustic lamb loin balanced by a bold red wine sauce.
Spice-Crusted Roast Salmon with Ginger Beets
This simple, festive treatment for a whole side of salmon is an easy way to feed a crowd with style.
Cranberry & Apple Stuffed Roasted Pork
A simple-to-assemble pork roast stuffed with traditional holiday fruits.
Salmon Wellington
The classic flavors and textures of Beef Wellington transformed into an elegant preparation for salmon.
Baked Eggplant with Nutty Bulgur Stuffing
A vegetarian holiday option that's simply delicious.
Braised Lamb Shanks
A braised, slow-cooked winter treat for garlic lovers.
Classic roast chicken
A lightened up version of classic roast chicken.
Roasted pork tenderloin with cranberry orange relish
This festive roast pork tenderloin is a colorful and savory alternative to turkey at Christmas time.
Desserts
Gluten-Free Vegan Sticky Toffee Pudding
Dense, moist and absolutely scrumptious
Gluten-Free Cinnamon Flax Focaccia Bread
A deliciously creative way to incorporate healthy ingredients into your holiday baking
Salted Caramel and Dark Chocolate Popcorn
Salted caramel AND dark chocolate AND popcorn? It just doesn’t get much better than that.
Peppermint Chocolate Snowball Pops
Christmas-themed cake pops with a super creamy, super secret ingredient.
Baked Apple Doughnuts
Warm, soft melt-in-your-mouth apple doughnuts without the oil or the excessive fat content.
Melissa Johnson's Favorite Pumpkin Pie Recipe
The perfect consistency of creamy-dreamy with an edge of spice that is sure to offer up a smooth kick.
Mini Moscato Cheesecakes
Sweet and delicious, these tasty treats are perfect to indulge in while sipping on Mirassou California Moscato with hints of tropical fruit and honey.
Rum Raisin Shortbread Cookies
Raisins, orange zest and rich, buttery shortbread.
Chestnut Eggnog Ice Cream
Creamy, and nutty with a touch of holiday spice..
Salted Caramel Mocha Cupcakes
A Salted Caramel Mocha Latte is addictive... but it's even better when you whip it into a chocolate-y, caramel-y and salty-sweet creation
Pumpkin Spice Latte Cupcakes
This sweet treat features a dense, moist pumpkin spice cupcake and latte frosting.
Perfect Peppermint Bark
Delicious morsels of white chocolate and candy cane.
Peppermint mocha cupcake recipe
It's peppermint mocha time... and now you can bring the latte goodness home in an absolutely fabulous homemade peppermint mocha cupcake.
Cranberry swirl cheesecake
A deliciously light way to have your (cheese) cake and eat it too.
Drinks
Grasshoppers
A frothy, mint chocolate (and alcoholic!) delight that’s tasty and easy
Homemade Allspice Liqueur
A nice sweetness balanced with a pleasant spiced flavor. Perfect for the holidays!