Green bean casserole. Corn pudding. Mashed potatoes. Sound familiar? Christmas dinner is traditional because…let’s face it…most people serve the same thing every year. If you’re looking to enliven that tradition with a new take on an old favorite or a totally new culinary venture, check out some of these recipes.

Appetizers

• Bacon-Apple Mini Empanadas
• Roasted Radishes with Chive Vinaigrette
• Ham-Asparagus Spirals
• Artichoke and Cheese Tarts
• Peanut Butter Fruit Dip

Main Dishes

• Cheese and Prosciutto-Stuffed Chicken
• Almond Chicken and Strawberry Balsamic Sauce
• Artichoke-Spinach Lasagna
• Spinach and Gruyere Soufflé
• Kale and Sausage-Stuffed Turkey Breast

Sides

• Apple-Cranberry Relish
• Mascarpone Mashed Potatoes
• Shredded Brussels Sprouts
• Green Beans with Cherry Tomatoes
• Sweet Potato Oranges

Desserts

• Red Velvet Trifle
• Candied Popcorn Stars
• Chocolate Peanut Butter Saltine Toffee 
• Eggnog Pudding
• Hot Chocolate Meringue Cake

Beverages/Cocktails

• Skyy Candy Cane
• Peppermint Froth
• Red Rudolph
• Snowball
• Bubbletini