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It’s Christmas time, and inviting friends and family is common among various households. As we know, there are various food varieties, and after the side dish, the host serves the main dish.
Generally, people arrange 2 3 main dishes and face issues regarding the best dish to select.
But here I am with the list of 21 Christmas Main Dishes to choose from. It will help you in your selection, as the recipes are really easy and tasty, too.
1. Orange Maple Roasted Duck
Marinate duck in orange juice, maple syrup, garlic, and herbs. Roast until skin is crispy, basting with glaze. Finish with orange zest for brightness.
2. Prime Rib Roast
Season prime rib with salt, pepper, and herbs. Roast to desired doneness, basting occasionally. Rest before slicing for juicy perfection.
3. Herb-Crusted Roasted Leg of Lamb
Rub lamb with garlic, rosemary, and thyme. Roast until tender, and let rest before slicing. Serve with fresh herbs for garnish.
4. Holiday Hens with Fig Glaze and Cornbread Stuffing
Stuff hens with cornbread mix, then glaze with fig preserves. Roast until golden and juicy, basting occasionally.
5. Roasted Whole Mackerel
Season mackerel with salt, lemon, and herbs. Roast until skin crisps and fish flakes. Serve with fresh herbs.
6. Cioppino
Sauté garlic, onions, and tomatoes, adding seafood and herbs. Simmer until seafood is tender. Serve hot with crusty bread.
7. Roast Goose and Stuffing
Season and stuff goose, roasting until skin is crisp and meat is juicy. Rest, then carve and serve with stuffing.
8. Jamie’s Christmas Turkey
Rub turkey with herbs and butter, roast until golden and juicy, basting with pan juices. Rest before carving.
9. Dutch Oven Turkey Breast
Season breast, place in Dutch oven with veggies, and roast until tender. Serve with pan juices.
10. Braised Lamb Shanks with Creamy Polenta
Brown shanks, then braise with wine and herbs until tender. Serve with creamy grits topped with Parmesan and chives.
11. Pepper Corn Roasted Beef Tenderloin
Rub tenderloin with salt, pepper, and garlic, then roast to desired doneness. Let it rest before slicing.
12. Lemon Roast Chicken With Rainbow Carrots
Rub chicken with lemon, garlic, and herbs, roasting with carrots until skin is crisp. Garnish with lemon slices.
13. Beef Bourguignon
Brown beef, then simmer with wine, broth, mushrooms, and carrots until tender. Serve over mashed potatoes or noodles.
14. Vanessa’s Make-Ahead Beefy Lasagna
Layer noodles, beef, sauce, and cheese. Bake until bubbly, then refrigerate for easy reheating later.
15. Turkey in a Smoker
Season turkey, smoke until tender and juicy, then rest before carving. Enjoy smoky flavors.
16. Chef John’s Lobster Thermidor
Poach lobster, mix with creamy sauce, top with cheese, and broil until golden. Serve hot.
17. Alaska Salmon Bake with Pecan Crunch Coating
Coat salmon in honey mustard, then press pecans on top. Bake until crispy and flaky.
18. Chicken Florentine
Sear chicken, then simmer with spinach and cream until tender. Serve over rice or pasta.
19. Spatchcock Turkey
Flatten turkey, season, and roast until skin is crispy. Rest, then carve for easy serving.
20. Crisp Roast Duck
Season duck, then roast until skin is crispy and golden. Let rest before carving.
21. Brioche-Crusted Salmon
Coat salmon with brioche crumbs, bake until golden and flaky, and serve with lemon slices.
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