The emphasis is not on the dinner, but on a gift exchange and the whole family being together. Everyone has already had ham for Christmas. I'm not a great cook. Ages are from 14 months to 67 years. Two members are not big meat eaters but can be tempted if it's good.
2006-12-28 02:07:17 · 17 answers · asked by phyllis 1 in Food & Drink ➔ Cooking & Recipes
Noodles and gravy... with roast beef! It's REALLY good! I think babies can swollow those noodles! Try it!
2006-12-28 02:16:22 · answer #1 · answered by lydiamarie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hi! It really is difficult to say when I am not sure where you live or know about what sort of markets you are near but.....
How about a really nice meatloaf, Italian bread with some garlic herb butter to toast it if you wish, and a nice big green salad. I'd also offer some mashed potatoes with butter, a little cream and some parsley mixed in, and maybe one vegetable... green peas? Heinz makes a nice chili sauce which you could warm up and serve with the meatloaf if you do not want to make an extra sauce. And, serve some pickles; maybe sweet mixed pickles.
For those who do not really like meat, could you make a Quiche Lorraine .. or pick one up at the deli counter to reheat for dinner?
For dessert and coffee: just find a nice cake at the supermarket. Maybe they have a stollen or something Christmassy ... like a light fruit cake or a spice cake ... and pound cake, too. And some thin chocolate mints.
Have a lovely time and Happy New Year!
2006-12-28 02:33:52 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A big pot of chili is usually a hit. Make it with ground pork for a little variety. You can also put some aside before you put the meat in and use Boca crumbles for those who really don't care for meat. Make garlic bread or cornbread and serve a green salad. Put out a bowl of shredded cheese and one of sour cream to top the chili, and serve crackers and tortilla chips.
I would suggest getting a box of chicken fingers from the supermarket deli for the picky eaters. Some kids won't touch chili or spaghetti. Chicken fingers are always a safe bet. Cut them in small pieces and call them mcnuggets. LOL.
For something sweet, just grab a couple of packs of break-n-bake cookies and pop them in the oven. Folks of all ages love those.
2006-12-28 03:44:05 · answer #3 · answered by Amy K 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I recently did a "pit beef" (beef roast on the grill w/ a little smoke) for family and got rave reviews. It's not hard, just rub on a bbq rub or salt/pepper (overnight or couple of hours) and put on grill to desired doneness (min. recommended internal temp 145 degrees). Turn every 15 minutes - charred outside is very tasty. This is hard to screw up, but can get a little overdone - I like medium rare (130 - 150 degrees). The roast I did was some sort of round cut but any cut for roasting will do. To serve, slice thin and serve on rolls. BBQ sauce is good, but I like horseradish, hot sauce, and salt/pepper.
2006-12-28 03:08:39 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A large pot of Spaghetti and garlic bread with a large bowl of Salad with a variety of veggies in it. Various dishes placed about the living room etc with mixed nuts and trays of crackers and cheeses for those who like to munch. This can all be prepared ahead and when guests arrive they can help themselves. Have at least 3 different dressings for the salad and lots of garlic bread. A basic apple or other fruit pie for dessert with Vanilla ice cream an option on the pies or melted cheese for the apple pie. Coffee or Tea for most folks would be plenty. Punch for the kids or sodas. Make it easy on yourself so you can enjoy the festivities too. I believe in making too much so no one will go away hungry. Freeze leftovers. Have fun.
2006-12-28 03:38:12 · answer #5 · answered by Cleo 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take a few whole chickens (enough to serve everyone) and marinade to your taste. Place it in the oven to roast after 45 mins after which you baste with mixture of your favourite BBQ sauce mixed with minced garlic every 15 minutes until finished.
Tastes Great
2006-12-28 02:25:29 · answer #6 · answered by bajan-black_ant 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sometimes it is nice to just make a big spread of hors d'oeurvres and snacks. That way there is not too much emphasis on actually sitting down to eat a big meal.
2006-12-28 02:12:16 · answer #7 · answered by mystery_me 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
how about a duck breast
leg of lamd
pork butt
lamb chop
veal chops
a big bowl of cereal for everyone
pasta
pizza and beer and soda for the kids
sushi you dont have to cook that
2006-12-28 02:14:18 · answer #8 · answered by matzaballboy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
go with a cheese lasanga, it is good. and make a salad and have some italian bread. Lasanga is easy to make, you can find the instructions right on the box of lasanga noodles.
2006-12-28 02:21:11 · answer #9 · answered by jeanjean 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
chicken rotel
green bean casserole
fried cream corn
purple hull peas
cornmeal fried okra
fruit gelatin whipped cream salad
texas toast
lemon icebox pie
strawberry cake with vanilla ice-cream
ice tea, coffee, coke, and diet coke to drink!
go to allrecipes.com
2006-12-28 08:24:47 · answer #10 · answered by lou 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Baked chicken marinated in lemon juice and sprinkled with
paprika. mmmmm mmmmmmmmm
a nice salad and rice pilaf
2006-12-28 02:15:49 · answer #11 · answered by zgirl29171 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋