When it comes to planning a christmas eve dinner, the options are endless. Whether you’re looking to impress with a bronzed roast duck or keep it simple with a slow cooker brisket, there’s a recipe in this collection that’s right for you. There are also plenty of vegetarian-friendly recipes, like a hearty vegetable lasagna and versatile salmon salad, to make sure everyone at the table can enjoy their food.
For many families, Christmas Eve is a special day to celebrate family and friends, and share a festive meal together. It is also the time when mythological gift-bearing figures such as Santa Claus, Christkind and Saint Nicholas depart for their annual journey around the world.
During this night, it is also common to break a special wafer or “oplatek” together, known as a Christmas wafer cookie, which symbolizes good health and prosperity for the year ahead.
As with other Western holidays, Christmas Eve dinners vary by culture. French-speaking countries, for example, celebrate a special dinner known as Reveillon, while Italians (especially Sicilians) follow the tradition of a Feast of the Seven Fishes. In some cultures, a Christmas Eve dinner is served following a 24-hour fast.
For some families, a Christmas Eve dinner might be as simple as a roasted turkey, mashed potatoes and cranberry sauce. For other families, it might be more elaborate and include appetizers such as a light smoked salmon, a salad or soup, and a main course such as a roast chicken or grilled steak with vegetables. A traditional dessert might be panettone, which is especially popular in Italy.
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Karlling Battery Operated Christmas Lights,13 ft Short Clear Wire String Led Twinkle Fairy Light for Small Mini Xmas Tree and Wedding Party Indoor/Outdoor Decoration(Multicolor)
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Christmas Elf Behaving Badly Plush Toy | Elfette Novelty Long Bendy Naughty Girl Christmas Doll | 12 Inches
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jargebur 20 Inches Initial Monogram Christmas Stocking Personalized,Deluxe Black Velvet Body with Super Soft Plush Cuff Embroidered Letter,Holiday Season Decor
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Command Outdoor Light Clips, 20 Clear Clips and 24 Command Strips, Damage Free Hanging Christmas Decorations with Weather Resistant Strips, Wall Clips for Hanging Outdoor Lights and Cable Management
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SUDDUS 33ft 100 LED Outdoor String Lights, Warm White Fairy Lights Battery Operated with Remote, Led Twinkle Lights for Bedroom, Dorm, Backyard, Wedding, Tree, Mason Jar, Wall, Christmas
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The Elf on the Shelf: A Christmas Tradition - Boy Scout Elf with Blue Eyes - Includes Artfully Illustrated Storybook, Keepsake Box and Official Adoption Certificate
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Brightown 12 Pack LED Fairy Lights Battery Operated String Lights - 7ft 20LED Waterproof Silver Wire Firefly Starry Moon Lights for DIY Crafts Wedding Table Centerpieces Party Bedroom Christmas
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Touber Tree of Life Ornament, Christmas Decoration, Holiday Present Idea, Heirloom Keepsake, Round Ceramic, Bauble Present, Tree of Life
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