Make ahead christmas dinner

Get ahead for Christmas this year with a make and freeze Christmas dinner. Whether you need ideas for how to freeze roast potatoes or get ahead Christmas vegetable ideas, this free printable (in conjunction with The Full Freezer) is here to help you have a stress-free Christmas.

If you are hosting Christmas this year, I am going to make the food super simple for you. Here are 12 recipes that you can make ahead of time and freeze....

More than 30 of the best make-ahead Christmas side dishes to make for your Christmas dinner this season! Get all of the recipes via @thefreshcooky #christmassidedishes #holidaysides #makeahead

<p>Ina Garten says that the most stressful things about Thanksgiving are carving the turkey at the last minute and keeping it hot on the buffet. What she discovered is that she could carve the turkey in advance, arrange it on an ovenproof platter over a layer of gravy and then reheat it all together. Not only was the turkey moist and delicious, but it stayed hot longer!</p>

I have more than 45 make-head Christmas dinner recipes that you can prepare ahead of time to help you stress less.

Maybe it’s getting a head start with just the main course or something sweet for dessert, or perhaps you prefer to get the bulk of the meal done ahead of time. From the appetizers to the main course to the sides and dessert, we’re sharing more than 30 recipes for festive make-ahead Christmas dinner.

Make Ahead Christmas Dinner Ideas

This isn’t just any mashed potato recipe—it’s a beloved family recipe passed down through generations. Made with Idaho Russets and a few simple ingredients, it captures the authentic taste and texture of classic mashed potatoes.

These heavenly beef tenderloin crostini with tangy goat cheese and pesto are a simple, yet deceptively impressive choice for entertaining.

Host an unforgettable holiday meal with 19 indulgent Christmas recipes. Whether for brunch or dinner, these crowd-friendly dishes are designed to impress and satisfy.