There's something magical about Christmas in the kitchen-whether it's the smell of something baking, a pot of sauce simmering, or the quiet moments of preparing food for the people you love. These recipes are made for those moments.
From cozy dinners and traditional Italian favorites like Italian Manicotti with Crepes, to holiday breakfast favorites, like Overnight From-Scratch Cinnamon Rolls, and festive desserts like Italian Struffoli, you'll find comforting, made-from-scratch dishes that help you slow down and savor the season.
Whether you're feeding a crowd or baking with your kids, there's something here to bring warmth and joy to your holiday table.
Feast of the Seven Fishes Recipes
Christmas Day Dinner Classics
Christmas Morning Breakfast
Desserts for the Holidays
More Holiday Recipes
- Chocolate Whiskey Cake with Salted Caramel Buttercream
- Pepperoncini Dip with Homemade Bagel Chips
- Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin with Apples and Maple Pan Gravy
- Creamy Chicken Marsala (Crock Pot or Slow Cooker)
- Authentic Homemade Italian Manicotti with Crepes
- Thin and Crispy Italian Chicken Cutlets
- Italian Rice Balls (Arancini di Riso)
- Savory Braided Pesto Bread Recipe from Scratch
- Dutch Oven French Onion Soup
- Slow Cook Pot Roast in the Oven (One Skillet Recipe)
- Easy Italian Baked Eggs (Eggs in Purgatory)
- Bourbon Apple Cider Cocktail (Hot or Cold)
- Chicken Vesuvio Recipe
- Crock Pot Chicken Cacciatore
- Crispy Fried Polenta Cakes
- Traditional Steak alla Pizzaiola
- Garlic Butter Pasta Recipe (Ready in 15 Minutes)
- Smashed Red Potatoes with Blue Cheese
- Baked Spaghetti Squash Alfredo Boats
- Creamy Sausage Tortellini Soup
- Cheddar Jalapeno Cornbread Pudding
- Roasted Artichokes with Parmesan
- Easy Slow Cooker Minestrone Soup Recipe
- Baked Sausage and Peppers
- The Easiest Cast Iron Roast Chicken Recipe
- Italian Salmon Recipe
- Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Topping
- Pasta with Eggplant and Spinach
- Easy Spinach Salad with Pears
- Traditional Italian Carbonara Recipe
- Potatoes Au Gratin with Cheddar and Parmesan
- Carbonara Mac and Cheese
- Balsamic Brussels Sprouts with Cranberries and Pistachios
- Stovetop White Cheddar Mac and Cheese
- Italian Lemon Ricotta Cake (Soft + Fluffy)
- Creamy Tomato and Mascarpone Soup Recipe
- Breakfast Pizza Recipe
- Creamy Mushroom Risotto (Vegetarian)
- How to Make the Best Nutella Pancakes Recipe
- Bucatini Cacio e Pepe Recipe (Simple Roman Classic)
- Lemon Chicken Piccata with Caper Butter Sauce
- Homemade Spinach and Ricotta Ravioli
- Instant Pot Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
- Juicy Oven Roasted Turkey with Maple Glaze
- Homemade Italian Spaghetti and Meatballs
- Cheesy Baked Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Shells
- Easy Baked Mac and Cheese Bites
- Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Sage Brown Butter
- Italian Greens and Beans Recipe (30-Minute Comfort Food)
- Orange Cranberry Sauce with Fresh Cranberries
- 15-Minute Creamy Mushroom Tagliatelle
- Cheesy Baked Tortellini with Meat Sauce
- Perfectly Pan Seared Scallops with Butter Sauce
- Rich and Decadent Italian Hot Chocolate Recipe
- The Best Ricotta Meatballs
- Creamy Pesto Orzo Recipe with Chicken
- Stovetop Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs
- Sauteed Green Beans with Bacon and Shallots
- Baked Skillet Asiago Chicken Recipe
- Mini Tiramisu Cups
- Cheesy Stuffed Garlic Bread Bites
- Easy Italian Arugula Salad Recipe with Parmesan
- Crispy Air Fryer Calamari
- Savory Cheddar Dutch Baby with Fresh Thyme
- Cheesy Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms with Parmesan
- Tri-Color Tortellini Recipe
- Apple Cider Turkey Gravy from Drippings
- Cheesy Mashed Potatoes with Gouda & Cheddar
- Antipasto Platter
- Stuffed Pork Tenderloin
- Penne alla Vodka with Chicken Recipe
- Garlic Butter Mussels
