Top 5 Christmas Dishes to Bring to Christmas Lunch or Dinner

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1 - Turducken Sausage Rolls

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If you're asked to bring something tasty as a starter then these Turducken sausage rolls are the easiest way to create the turducken flavour without dealing with a massive turkey. I dare people to stop at one! ;)

2 - Parker House Rolls

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Everyone loves freshly baked bread but if you're the host you're too busy with the main event like a roast. Make the meal complete with these soft, buttery Parker House rolls!

3 - Roasted Sweet Potato and Caramelised Walnuts

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I'm of the belief that there can never be too many side dishes at Christmas (or in life) because variety is the essential especially for vegetables. This roasted sweet potato is delicious and has a special touch of caramelised walnuts.

4 - Mini Turkey and Cranberry Meatloaves

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If someone has asked you to bring the main but you want to do something simple then I've got you! These mini turkey and cranberry meatloaves are super cute and individually portioned too. Just heat up when you get there!

5 - Pine Cone Cakes

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I give this pine cone cake recipe with a warning: you will steal the show if you bring these to Christmas lunch or dinner! These edible pine cones have a chocolate cake base spiked with Baileys for some extra Christmas cheer. The pine cone detailing is easily done with cereal.

So tell me Dear Reader, do you have Christmases where everyone brings a dish? Which dish would you bring?


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© Lorraine Elliott