Simple Christmas Dinner Menu

The Hummingbird

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Start off the festivities by serving a bubbly, floral hummingbird cocktail.

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Mulled Wine and Manhattans

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Christmastime calls for a steaming mug of mulled wine, but for those guests who want something slightly more powerful, offer mulled bourbon Manhattans.

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Apricot, Goat Cheese, and Almond Bites

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Apricot, goat cheese, and almond bites are vegetarian and take almost no time to prep.

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Mushroom and Brie Bruschetta

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A flavorful and elegant appetizer is mushroom and brie bruschetta. Your guests won't be able to stop eating this one.

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Brie and Fig Preserve Pie Bites

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These mini "pie" bites are stuffed with a little square of brie and a dollop of fig preserves.

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Porchetta Roast

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Fill your house with the wonderful aroma of a slow-cooked rosemary porchetta roast.

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Shredded Brussels Sprouts Salad

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Provide your guests with a crisp and delicious salad filled with shredded brussels sprouts and kale.

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Green Beans With Caramelized Onions

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This simple, classic side dish doesn't take much preparation. Green beans with caramelized onions accompany your main porchetta roast perfectly.

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Mashed Rutabagas

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Mashed rutabagas are an interesting side dish. The vegetable is flavorful and your guests will surely enjoy it.

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Chocolate Beet Cake

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Moist chocolate beet cake is completely delicious. Trust us on this one, you'll love it.

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